Maharashtra Day 2023: Step By Step Guide To Wear Traditional Marathi Nauvari Saree

MAHARASHTRA DAY 2023: Maharashtra Day is that time of the year when pride and joy fill the hearts of Maharashtra residents. It marks the day the state was established in 1960. So it goes without saying that May 1st is the perfect opportunity for the natives to celebrate the rich cultural heritage, traditions and achievements of their state. Wearing a traditional outfit, especially Nauvari, is the best option if you are planning to take part in a procession or gathering in your neighborhood on Maharashtra Day. Now if you are curious to know what Nauvari is, keep scrolling.

What is a Nauvari?

Nauvari is a traditional sari worn by women in the state of Maharashtra. The name means nine meters in Marathi, referring to the length of a sari. It is draped in a unique way, giving it a trouser-like appearance, with one end tucked back and the other draped over the shoulder. The Nauvari saree is usually made of cotton or silk and comes in an array of vibrant colors and intricate designs.

Types Of Nauvari Sarees And Easy Steps To Drape Them:

Traditional Nauvari Saree

It is the original and most authentic way to drape a Nauvari saree. It is believed that during the Maratha regime, women were given the responsibility of helping their male fellow fighters. To facilitate free movement, women of Maharashtra invented the Nauvari saree, which gives the appearance of men’s trousers. A traditional Nauvari saree is draped as follows:

Steps to wear

1. Start by wearing a blouse and petticoat as you would for a regular saree.
2. Take the saree and fold it so that a quarter of it is on your right and the rest is on your left. Now tie a knot with both ends.
3. Tuck the knot at the back of your waist and make sure it is tight.
4. Bring the saree from the back and drape it like a normal saree but only the left part. After draping one layer, the second loose layer should be arranged in pleats and tucked into the knotted part.
5. In the same way, take the smaller part that is loose and make pleats out of it.
6. Take the remaining fabric and bring it between your legs, tucking it into the waistband at the back.
7. Take the end of the saree hanging over your left shoulder and bring it around your back, over your right shoulder, letting it hang loosely.
8. Adjust the front pleats and make sure the saree is neatly draped.

Peshwai / Brahmani Marathi Saree

Except for the front curtain, which has a leading edge curtain, the basic curtain style of the Brahmani Nauvari saree is similar to the traditional Nauvari saree drape. Usually these sarees are made of cotton, silk or cotton silk.

Steps to wear

1. Choose the edge and tuck it into the back part of the waist after making the pleats, leaving a larger part on the right and a smaller part on the left.
2. Returning to the lower front pleats, take the edge of the right knee and tuck it in a curved fashion to the left.

Contemporary Maharashtrian Saree

This is a modern interpretation of the traditional Nauvari saree, with a fusion of western and traditional styles. The best part is that this saree draper style allows you to wear trousers instead of an underskirt.

Steps to wear

1. Start by wearing a blouse and petticoat/pants as you would for a regular saree.
2. Take the saree and make a pleat at one end, tuck it in the middle of your waist and bring the other corner around your back.
3. Grab the saree fabric from the front and bring it to your left shoulder making a pallu.
4. Take the leftover saree fabric and drape it over your right shoulder, making sure it falls evenly on the front and back.
5. Tuck the saree and you’re done.

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