How to Wear a Saree – A Simple Guide for Beginners
- WiMO Blog Team
- Jun 6
- 2 min read
Wearing a saree can seem tricky, especially if you're new to Indian fashion. This guide shows how to wear a saree step-by-step, along with a modern shortcut—ready to wear sarees that require no pleating or tucking!
🥻 Step-by-Step: How to Wear a Traditional Saree
Step 1: Start with the right base
Wear a fitted blouse and a petticoat (a drawstring underskirt). Tuck the saree into your petticoat starting from the right side and wrap it once around your waist.
Step 2: Make the pleats
From the untucked portion, create about 5–7 pleats (each roughly 5 inches wide), and tuck them into the center front of your waist, facing left. Adjust the pleats to fall evenly.
Step 3: Drape the pallu
Now take the remaining fabric (pallu) over your left shoulder, allowing it to flow freely or pin it in place for a neater look. You can pleat the pallu or leave it open depending on your style.
✅ Tip: Use safety pins at the waist and shoulder for added security, especially if you’re new to draping.
🌺 Other Draping Styles You Can Try
Depending on your region or the occasion, you might also enjoy exploring:
Gujarati Style – Pallu draped from the back to front over the right shoulder
Bengali Style – Wide pleats and keyring-style pallu drape
Madisar / Iyer Style – Traditional 9-yard drape with a dhoti-style bottom
Lehenga Style Saree – Looks like a lehenga but draped like a saree
⚡ The Modern Shortcut: Ready to Wear Sarees
Don’t have the time or confidence to drape a saree yourself? Meet the ready to wear saree—your best friend for stylish, stress-free dressing.
WiMO’s ready to wear sarees are pre-stitched and pre-draped, designed to be worn just like a skirt. Simply zip or tie them on, throw the pallu over your shoulder, and you’re ready to go in minutes—no pleating, no pins!
Perfect for:
Beginners new to sarees
NRIs looking for quick ethnic looks
Busy professionals who want elegance without effort
Teens and first-time wearers
Explore elegant silk, chiffon, and designer pre-stitched sarees in a variety of styles—from festive to casual, wedding to workwear.
🌍 Global Shipping, Fully Customized
Wherever you are in the world—US, Australia, Canada, Singapore, or beyond—we deliver high-quality Indian ready to wear sarees right to your door.✔️ Worldwide shipping✔️ Easy checkout✔️ Fully customized
🙋 Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it hard to wear a saree for the first time?
A: It can take a little practice! That’s why we offer ready to wear sarees—a stylish shortcut that gives you the saree look instantly.
Q: What is a pre-draped saree?
A: A pre-draped saree is a saree that’s already pleated and stitched to fit your size. You just put it on like a skirt—no draping needed.
Q: Can I wear a saree without a petticoat?
A: Yes! Our ready to wear sarees come stitched and don’t require a petticoat at all.
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