Maharashtrian Saree Draping Style

Maharashtrian sarees are unique in its draping style as well in its length as well. While usually we wear six yards saree Marathi saree is of nine yards. It is also called Nauvari. It gives an impression of wearing Dhoti or divided saree.

Maharashtrian Saree is not a common draping style. It is worn on festivals or on weddings by Marathi women. Green glass bangles, nose pin, bindi, gold jewellery and kolhapuri slippers make it perfect.

This saree is worn without petticot. This can be tied on cycling shorts or on tight slacks. There are variations in this draping style as well. Some women drape it simply and a part of lower border is passed between the legs  and secured in back, giving saree a dhoti look from back side. Then pallu is secured on left shoulder. While in other style border of pallu is secured on left shoulder first then central pleat is passed through the legs and secured at the back. After that the portion near the feet is is folded and tucked into the waist so that border is seen at front as well. This is said "Tying Konccha".

So prartice it well, and drape it next Ganpati Festival!!!