Other freelance sari drapers, such as Kanpur-based Anita Awasthi (35) and Kolkata-based Dolly Jain (42) also have their share of a sari repertoire through crash courses and online tutorials.

Wearing a sari for the first time can be a bit overwhelming, but with a little practice and patience, you can drape it perfectly. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to wear a sari for the first ...

I tried several online sari tutorials but they did not help me; one can’t observe those minute techniques that make a difference when you drape a sari as the instructor moves through the steps ...

Made of cotton, silk or both, and sometimes richly embroidered, there are different ways of weaving and wearing the sari everywhere you go in India. A staple of bridal trousseaus, a well-made sari ...

“The Offbeat Sari” explores the influence and evolution of the traditional South Asian garment. By Phyllida Jay The sari, in essence, is a six- to nine-yard cloth draped freely around the body ...

The surprising history of India’s vibrant sari tradition South Asian women have draped themselves in colorful silks and cottons for eons. The ways they’re made and worn are dazzling and diverse.