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5 Must-Have Summer Sarees in Your Wardrobe

Love wearing sarees, but dread wearing them in summer? Most of us do. What with the sweat, the stickiness and discomfort, who wants to wear something that is cumbersome and clings to you? 

But some of us like to flaunt sarees at soirees and summer weddings, and pairing this colourful and versatile garment  with some carefully chosen accessories can really make you look like a diva.

Here is a list of some feather-light, natural fibre options that allow your skin to breathe and feel comfortable, even in this heat and humidity. And which you can wear both to your workplace, and jazz up for that evening do.

5 Comfy Summer Sarees 

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Summers mean natural fabrics, no georgettes, satins or blends please! And in India, we have a huge variety of cottons and silks to choose from.

Linen, Khadi, Matka - The comfy trendy options for young girls, their moms and grand-moms. From celebrities like Vidya Balan and Kangana Ranaut, to the NGO worker and the college student at her freshers’ party, everyone loves sporting a linen, matka or khadi handwoven treasure. They feel like your second skin, and allow you to breathe easy while making you look beautiful.


Chanderi and Maheshwari – These lightweight, soft and lustrous beauties from Madhya Pradesh can function as office wear, as well as party and occasion drapes. A blend of cotton and silk, these naturally woven beauties are dainty and stunning to look at, while being easy on the skin. In a Chanderi, you look stunning with no sweat or bother!

Jamdani, Taant, Shantipuri, Begumpuri, Fulia handlooms - Bengal's gift to textiles, Jamdani can are the last word in comfort! Be wary of the blended stuff though, that's cheaper, but not the real thing,

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Muslin, Dhakai, Linen, all variants of Jamdani are any designer’s favourite. Exquisite, delicate, lightweight and full of finesse, jamdani sarees stun with their elegance. Your occasion wear is sorted with a Jamdani gossamer beauty.

And Shantipur and Fulia have long been centres of the finest and softest cotton sarees. Ideal for Indian summers, these sarees allow you to breathe freely, while being cool and comfortable. So, the summer get-together is not something you need to dread! Just flaunt a Begumpuri or Shantipuri saree in style!

South Cottons – South India has been the textile hub of India for its pure cotton, handwoven Patteda Anchu, Ikkat, Telia Rumal, Kasavu and Kanchi cotton sarees. The popularity of these weaves has stood the test of time. Rich in looks, and soft and smooth in feel, these weaves are summer wardrobe staples.

Mul and Kota sarees:

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These summery sarees are light to wear and offer amazing comfort. Mul sarees are so soft, they feel like feather on skin. Just pair these with a contrast colour sleeveless crop top and you are good to beat the heat. Kota Doria sarees are favourites of elderly women as these are easy to carry and retain their crispness despite the heat and humidity.


What to Pair the Saree with?

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Most girls dread wearing the six yards because they have to wear clingy blouses and petticoats along with them. But fashionistas have shown us traditional blouse can be replaced with a loose shirt, cool tee, or a crop top. 
Even a ganji can be worn as long as you can carry it off. Just pair it with some junk jewellery and oodles of confidence.

As for the petticoat, replace it with leggings or jeggings and create a style statement!


So there, you are good to go! Ace the Indian summer by donning the six yards in style!


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