Saree styles can go from ethnic, classic and the ultra modern ones. There are continuous new styles emerging in daily wear sarees, wedding collections and also fusion works. Traditional Indian saree ranges from pure silks, cotton and chiffons. There is more variety in south Indian sarees and there is a continuous demand for amalgamating patterns and co-working with various blends of fabric.
Sarees can be clad for regular occasions and also special functions. The beauty of the saree is also distinguished because it is elegance personified. Saree suits all forms and draping styles can be adapted for all kinds of body types. The traditional maroon color often the penchant in Indian weddings is seen changing with green, ochre and also silver works on pastel shades.
Combination patterns in silver and golden brocade thread work is the main catch of the season. Sarees in cotton can also be explored in daily wear and there are wonderful pallu or border works which also employ net and silk embroidery. Sari embroidery is an old age pattern and there is a traditional concept in the embroidery of the saree as per the state.
The festive season gears up designers to bring out exclusive ranges in bold patterns. The blouse of the saree often gives more ideas in changing the style or drape of the saree. There can be more drama in the saree blouse with nettings, linings, pipings and thread work. Embellishments are another form of art that actually lends more style to an otherwise plain saree.
The magic of white sarees is exquisite. These come in Bengali prints in the best form of cotton or mulmuls or the heavy work in silks. Kanjivaram sarees are the tradition of the south with more weave, color combination and motifs adding up each year. There is so much variety in kota silk, raw silk, Bengali sarees, ikkat prints and gadchola silks.
Bandhej or block prints offer a great variety. These are the tie and dye patterns usually from Gujarat and Rajasthan. Ethnic jewelry along with the design lends a more traditional charm to the saree. There is also mix n match combination seen in going for a different blouse in print or hue to go along with the typical sari. Heirloom sarees belonging to family traditions can be preserved and the work can be brought back to luster by experts in the field.