The saree is one of the oldest and the most ethnic garment that a woman can wear. It is moreover the spirit of Indian womanhood. It is indeed the wardrobe staple of every Indian Woman but this in no case undermines the profound status of the sarees at a global and international level. Be it Paris Hilton’s net saree or Madonna in a blue one, sarees have brought India into limelight all over the world. Be it the traditional Kanjeevaram or the Banarasi or the very modern and chic half sarees, they all look absolutely stunning.
The nine yards of sheer beauty and elegance is the saree. If you are a saree fan, wearing one excitedly for your school’s farewell, carrying it in style while working or wearing it for festivals, you know exactly what this sari means to us. And even if you are not exactly a saree fan, there is no reason why you must not have a few of them. A vast treasure trove of sarees available online offers plenty of choices like embroidered, beaded, zari work, half sarees and more than that a vast number of varieties are just waiting to be explored.
So ladies it is time to get you one. Here are our five go to places to shop sari online.
But before we start talking about the sites you can find the best of the choices, here are a few tips that you must look into, before buying that perfect drape.
- A lot of imitation work is available online and also on retail stores for ethnic wear like Kanjeevaram. Many stores are stocked with copies of the same. It is important to check the quality of the silk and the zari on the saree.
- Also, do brush your knowledge when going shopping. This is important for everything you buy. For a saree, make sure you know what a pallu, border or fall The length of a saree generally ranges between 4 to 9 yards. The width of a saree is about 42 inches.
- When buying a saree be assured when and where you wish to wear it. All the rest of the factors would then be chosen on the basis of this choice. This may include the fabric, colour or design and embroidery. Formal events call for chiffon or probably silk, however you might like to go for cotton during the bright daytime. You might want to stick to a traditional silk for events like marriages however you can always play around with georgettes or even net sarees for the same.
- The blouse or the choli plays an important role. The shimmer, contrast and the cut of the blouse are the things you might want to look into. It becomes more of an accessory. A simple saree with a heavily done blouse is absolutely magnificent to see. The blouse if you are wearing for an important evening would include shorter sleeves and a lower back cut. But do remember, there are no set rules for this game at all, so go crazy.
- Do not, I repeat do not neglect the bling. I mean jewelry also makes a statement. Don’t do heavy with an already heavy saree. A set of matching bangles sometimes are just enough and so beautiful. Do look into this when buying a saree, as to what kind of jewelry you would be doing with it.
- The best reason for buying online I feel is that you don’t have a vendor who is harping on your head to pick up that over-expensive saree. We always end up making the wrong choices under such pressure as we get intimidated by the vendor. Ladies never get carried away. Just because your friend owns a saree like that, is no reason to buy the same. There is a saree specially made for you somewhere just waiting to be found. Go hunt!
So now that we have pepped you just right, I think it is time to let you know the 5 online stores where you can find perfect sarees that suit your body, your personality, the occasion and most importantly your budget.
Have a look at our top 5 saree buying websites :
● KashmirBox
KashmirBox, known for their credibility and the standard of quality that they deliver. This is a community of local artisans, craftsmen and producers from Kashmir. They have many different things that you might find interesting available, like the Pashmina Wraps, phirans, ethnic dress material but one of the undoubtedly best is the collection of sarees that they have.
From genuine georgette and chiffon, their sarees are to die for. These sarees are slightly on the heavier side, in terms of work as well as, sadly, on the budget too. However some of the masterpieces are up for sale if that soothes you down a little. But despite all of that, this site is definitely one that you can try out for.
● Voonik Sarees
This option for sarees is the one to look out for because of the vast choices it has. If you are completely clueless as to what you wish to buy, this site is the place for you. This site has one of the best collections of sarees by far. There are Designer Sarees to very ethnic styles of Paithani sarees of Maharashtra, Banarasi or Kanjeevaram. There is an extensive choice of works in zardozi, mirror, sequin, phulkari, bead and patch work just to name a few. You can choose from brands like Sudarshan Silks, Triveni and many many more.
And the other thing that makes it stand out is its prices. There are amazing offers available almost year long on this amazing site. You can also look out for voonik sarees below 300 for a quick change or even gifting purposes.
● MakeMyOrders.com
This is another option for high on quality and choices. There is an extensive and humongous collection to choose from Casual Wear, Festive Wear, Party Wear or Wedding Wear. You can choose from Banarasi, Bhagalpuri, Half and Half and Bollywood Styles of Sarees. For brands there is a very long list, promising quality and choices.
The best part however about this site is not only its diversity but also its prices and offers. With more than 4000 sarees having discounts of 50% and above, it is crazy and easy to find a perfect drape for yourself at a rate that is suitable for your pocket.
● Jabong
For quite some time in the fashion industry and shopping online, Jabong has been our go-to option when it comes to buying clothes online. From sales that we cannot afford to miss, Jabong has always produced and brought to us brands that are amazing. And all of this with the pocket appealing offers. And all of these traits are also evident in the Sarees section of Jabong. With Designer Sarees to printed Banarasi ones from BUNKAR, there is so much to try from Jabong.
Here the discount rates are as high as an astonishing 89% on sarees, and prices starting at just Rs. 279, forget all your budget woes and shop in style. Or as Jabong likes to call it, “Be you!”
● Amazon
Amazon is mostly on this list because it has become one of the most premium choices of the Indian online customer and this trend continues in its collection for Sarees. You can shop from a wide range of handloom, designer, silk, cotton sarees and more. And these sarees are available from a wide collection of renowned brands such as Satyapaul, Mimosa, Indusdiva, Unnati Silks.
Amazon lets you shop by occasion. You can shop for Casual wear, Party wear, Festive wear or for your work. You can also shop by fabric and choose from Cotton, Silk, Georgette, Chiffon. Or the best of all, you can shop by price. Isn’t that simply amazing?
So Are You Ready To Buy Your Next Drape?
Well, with all the sites mentioned above, we hope you find that perfect 6 yards of total happiness. With all said and done, don’t hesitate to try out bolder sarees and different shades and moods. Go in for a sequin worked or a matte look. But most importantly amaze yourself.
Happy Draping!
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3 comments
I ‘ve never bought expensive sarees online. Even though I have seen great collections in Voonit sarees never got the guts to purchase them online:D
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Wow ! I liked this Dia Mirza’s black printed elegant saree which has a great combination of both colour.>>
Yeah Shifa! 🙂