How to Wear Saree in Lehenga Style: 7 different ways

How to Wear Saree in Lehenga Style: 7 different ways

Wearing a saree in unique styles has been a part of Indian fashion for generations. Across different regions and traditions, women have creatively redefined the way a saree is worn. One popular trend that has taken center stage is styling a saree or half-sari like a lehenga. And today we will explore just that – 7 different ways to wear a saree in a lehenga or half-sari lehenga style, with easy steps to create each look.

Lehenga Style Saree

Celebrities, weddings or festive occasions – lehengas are always in trend! But instead of wearing one, why not give your saree a lehenga-inspired twist? It takes a little patience and confidence to turn your six yards into a stylish lehenga.

If you have a saree in your wardrobe, it’s time to bring it back to life with these stylish styles.

Important Preparation Steps for Lehenga Style Saree Styling

The following pre-steps make draping your saree like a lehenga easy and neat:

1. Choosing the Right Saree

Choose fabrics like georgette, chiffon or silk, as they can be easily pleated and draped nicely. These flowy materials help create that perfect lehenga flair.

2. Choosing a Petticoat or Underskirt

A well-fitted petticoat gives your saree the perfect structure for a lehenga look. It ensures that the drape remains smooth and well-balanced around the waist.

3. Key Accessories

Don’t ignore safety pins – they will keep your pleats and pallu secure. Add a thin belt around the waist for a trendy, modern twist to your traditional look.

Different ways to wear a saree in Lehenga style

1. Lehenga Saree

In this style, you will turn your regular saree into a lehenga. Choose a saree with a wide border to make the design stand out. Make sure your pleats are even and neatly tucked to give a polished finish.

Steps to wear a Lehenga Saree:

  • Wear a blouse and a flared skirt as your petticoat.

  • Start tucking the saree from your left side and pleat it around your waist until it forms a complete circle.

  • Leave some length for the pallu and pleat it neatly.

  • Tuck the pallu from the right side over your left shoulder.

  • Finally, tuck the remaining fabric from the back.

2. Saree in Lehenga with Half-Sari Style

This method gives you a half-sari look, where the saree acts as a lehenga and the pallu acts as a dupatta.

Draping steps:

  • Wear a blouse and a lehenga-style skirt, fitting it snugly at the waist.

  • Drape the saree and secure the pallu with a pin on your left shoulder.

  • Use the full length of the saree to create soft pallu pleats.

  • Leave the pallu loose on your left hip for a “U” shape at the back.

  • Add a belt around the waist to complete the look.

3. Saree in Half-Sari Style

This looks like a traditional half-lehenga style, which is perfect for festive occasions.

Draping steps:

  • Wear a blouse and a lehenga skirt.

  • Start tucking the pleated saree in the center front.

  • Continue tucking back for a smooth drape.

  • Pin the pallu over your left shoulder.

  • Arrange the pallu neatly in the back to create a U-shape, and complete the look with a stylish waist belt.

4. Half-sari look in lehenga choli style

This version gives the look of a lehenga-choli using just the saree - no actual lehenga required!

Draping steps:

  • Start from the right side and wrap the saree once around your waist.

  • Make small pleats with the wrap and stop at the left side.

  • Take the pallu from back to front and drape it over your right shoulder, either open or with pleats.

5. Half-Lehenga Saree

This look mimics the look of a lehenga paired with a dupatta but is done using a single saree.

Draping Steps:

  • Follow the same method as the previous style but close the pleats on the left side.

  • Take a foot-long piece of fabric and drape it diagonally across the front waist.

  • Bring the pallu from the back to the front, tuck it in and drape it over the left shoulder.

  • Secure with pins for a neat finish.

6. Classic Lehenga-Like Drape Saree

This timeless style is simple yet elegant.

Draping Steps:

  • Plait one end of the saree and pin it over your left shoulder.

  • Leave the long fabric in front and drape it from front to back.

  • Tuck it in at the left side of your waist to create a lehenga-like silhouette.

7. Bracelet Drape Saree in Lehenga Style

This is a trendy twist on the casual style.

Steps to draping:

  • Take the long section of the saree hanging over your right shoulder.

  • Gather it into a large plait and drape it over your left wrist, creating a bracelet-like effect.

  • Secure it with pins.

  • Pin the front plaits to your blouse line for a polished look.

Conclusion

If you are tired of the usual saree drape or the typical lehenga look, this style is the perfect blend of both. Bookmark this guide so you can revisit it whenever you want a fresh, fashionable twist to your ethnic wear.

For more inspiration, explore our collection of Kanjeevaram, Banarasi, Patola, Gadwal, Ikat, Mysore, Kota, Upda, Chanderi, Tussar, Georgette and Chiffon sarees at Tulsi Silk. Bring color, culture and charm to your wardrobe that never goes out of trend.

FAQs: Questions & Answers

Q1. What is the best way to wear a saree like a lehenga?

To wear a saree like a lehenga, start by tucking it into a flared skirt or a lehenga petticoat. Create neat, small pleats around the waist to create a lehenga-style skirt-like look.

Q2. Half saree or lehenga, which is better?

Lehengas are stylish and adaptable outfits suitable for most festive occasions. However, half sarees have a traditional significance and are often chosen for cultural or formal occasions.

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