One saree, five outfits: Ultimate festive fashion hack 2025
Why buy new outfits when your saree can do it all? This Navratri 2025, discover five stunning festive looks you can create from one saree — from lehenga-style draping to Indo-western chic.
New Delhi: Navratri 2025 has already begun with great enthusiasm, and now people are eagerly waiting for the joyous festival of Durga Puja. While the whole nation is swinging in festive spirit, there is an endless dilemma that worries everyone: what to wear and how to slay in the festive season without burning a hole in your pocket? While you start with the endless scrolling through e-commerce websites, the answer might just lie in plain sight. Yes! The old saree that has been lying secretly in your wardrobe for years has the potential to become the ultimate style chameleon this festive season.
Sarees, although a perfect ethnic wear for the festive season, have been overlooked for some years. Interestingly, Gen Z has brought back sarees in the fashion game in their unique, modern, and creative ways. From a single saree, one can create multiple stunning looks. So, this Durga Puja, ditch spending money on new clothes and pick the best old saree to slay in garba nights, dandiya nights, pandal hopping, and simple rituals. Here are five innovative ways to turn your saree into festive-ready looks.
Navratri 2025 fashion guide: 5 Genius ways to restyle your saree
1. The classic saree drape with a modern twist
Nothing can go wrong with the classic saree for the festive season. However, to slay this Durga Puja, go for a traditional drape but add a twist with a belt around the waist or a structured blouse. This style is practical and yet regal for pandal hopping with friends and family. Style with statement jhumkas and block heels or sneakers, and you are ready to take on the festive season with glam.
2. Saree as a lehenga
If you want to go traditional this Durga Puja 2025 but do not have a lehenga, no problem! Take one of your good, old sarees and wrap it around the waist like a pleated skirt and secure it with pins. The pallu can work as the dupatta. This is truly one of the easiest hacks for Navratri garba nights and pandal hopping on Ashtami or Navami. Pair it with a crop top or basic tee and oxidised jewellery to complete the look.
3. Style a saree with jeans or trousers
If you want a boho chic look this festive season, drape your saree over a fitted pair of trousers or denim jeans. Braided hair, heavy silver jhumkas, and beaded chokers will complete the look and help you stand out at dandiya nights and Durga Puja pandal hopping. You can also pair it with sneakers for extra edge.
4. Drape a saree as a gown
You may be sceptical about this look, but once you strategically pleat and pin your saree, you can get a flowy gown within minutes. A saree with chiffon or georgette fabric will work best for this look. Saree as a gown is elegant and works beautifully for Durga Puja evenings or festive parties.
5. Wear a saree as a skirt
You can easily upgrade your saree into a beautiful skirt. This skirt pairs well with a festive blouse or a kurti. Use the pallu of the saree as the dupatta for a complete festive-ready ensemble.
This festive season, your saree doesn’t need to be "just a saree.” With a little creativity, you can restyle it into five different outfits that suit every celebration — from dancing at garba to attending Durga Puja rituals. Who knew one saree could unlock an entire festive wardrobe?