- Avarna Jain,
Chairperson RPSG Lifestyle Media
You don’t have to fight the pallu for these…

No one has the time (or patience) to pleat and pin a sari when you’re already running late to the wedding. You want the drama, the elegance of the sari and especially the photographs that make you look like you floated into the room… just without the twenty minutes of struggling in front of a mirror. That’s why pre-draped saris have become the wedding guest hack this season. They slip on as easily as a gown but give you the same wow factor as a perfectly draped six yards.
And designers are not holding back, they’re serving sparkle, metallics, jewel tones, and capes. Basically, saris that look couture without making you suffer for it. Here’s a quick mood board of the ones making the rounds at weddings right now.

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Classic red but easy-breezy. It’s light, romantic, and basically made for twirling through the mehendi or cocktail without worrying if your pleats are still in place.

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This is full-on royal energy. The sequined corset and cape bring the sparkle, while the soft gold base keeps it classy. It’s one of those outfits that says “I made an effort”, even if you got ready in fifteen minutes.

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Think smoky, glamorous, and a little mysterious. This is your cocktail-night sari, the kind that glitters under fairy lights and looks like it belongs in a fashion film.

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Not your typical bridal red. This one feels modern and fresh, perfect for when you want to nod to tradition without being predictable.

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Sparkle turned up to the max. The jewelled blouse alone could carry the look, but with the crystal work on the sari, it’s basically made for sangeet dance battles.

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This one is pure drama. Metallic folds, futuristic vibes, and a colour that screams confidence. Wear it if you’re ready to be remembered as that wedding guest.