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Every drape, step by step

24 tutorials made from Mayuri's own step photos, from regional classics to saree gowns and pallu tricks. Pick one, then drag through the steps at your own pace.

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24 step-by-step tutorials

The Basic Drape4 steps
निवीThe Basic DrapeThe everyday Nivi drape: neat front pleats and a pallu over the left shoulder.
Bengali Drape15 steps
बंगालीBengali DrapeBroad box pleats in front and a pallu that comes around to the front on both sides.
Coorgi-Inspired Drape8 steps
कूर्गीCoorgi-Inspired DrapePleats at the back and the pallu brought over the right shoulder, the Kodava way.
Boggili Posi Drape8 steps
बोग्गिली पोसीBoggili Posi DrapeA traditional drape from Andhra Pradesh, recreated with a six-yard saree.
The Sivagami Drape14 steps
शिवगामीThe Sivagami DrapeThe regal queen-mother look from Baahubali, made with a silk saree.
Saree on Lehenga, Broad Pleats17 steps
लहंगा साड़ीSaree on Lehenga, Broad PleatsA saree draped over a lehenga skirt with broad, even pleats for a full, flared look.
Saree on Lehenga7 steps
लहंगा साड़ीSaree on LehengaThe quickest way to turn a lehenga and a saree into one ready look.
Saree on Lehenga, Quick Version5 steps
लहंगा साड़ीSaree on Lehenga, Quick VersionA five-step version for when you have ten minutes before the photos start.
Saree on Lehenga with Two Pallus8 steps
दो पल्लूSaree on Lehenga with Two PallusOne pallu over the shoulder and a second flowing at the front.
Lehenga Drape, Reinvented16 steps
नया लहंगाLehenga Drape, ReinventedNew ways to wear the dupatta and pallu with a lehenga you already own.
Dupatta on the Head, Without Pins16 steps
घूंघटDupatta on the Head, Without PinsA bridal dupatta that stays in place on the head with no pins in your hair.
Dhoti Drape14 steps
धोतीDhoti DrapeA saree turned into dhoti pants with a pallu on top. Easy to move and dance in.
Dhoti Drape with a 6-Yard Saree, Version 18 steps
धोतीDhoti Drape with a 6-Yard Saree, Version 1A neat dhoti silhouette made from an ordinary six-yard saree.
Dhoti Drape with a 6-Yard Saree, Version 212 steps
धोतीDhoti Drape with a 6-Yard Saree, Version 2A fuller dhoti with more volume at the hips and a longer pallu.
Dhoti Drape with a Bow9 steps
धोतीDhoti Drape with a BowThe dhoti drape finished with a pallu tied into a bow.
Saree as a Long Slit Gown17 steps
गाउनSaree as a Long Slit GownA saree draped into a flowing gown with a front slit.
The Chic Saree Look8 steps
चिकThe Chic Saree LookA sleek, modern drape that works for parties and office events.
Saree with a Collared Blouse8 steps
कॉलरSaree with a Collared BlouseHow to drape around a shirt-style collared blouse so the collar stays visible.
Contemporary Drape4 steps
आधुनिकContemporary DrapeA quick, modern drape in four steps.
The Rose Pallu8 steps
गुलाब पल्लूThe Rose PalluThe pallu shaped into a rose on the shoulder.
The Bow Pallu8 steps
बो पल्लूThe Bow PalluA neat bow made from the pallu itself.
The Bangle Pallu8 steps
कंगन पल्लूThe Bangle PalluThe pallu passed through a bangle for a gathered, sculpted shoulder.
Easy Hack for Quick Pleats8 steps
जल्दी प्लीट्सEasy Hack for Quick PleatsMake even pleats in seconds, without a second pair of hands.
How to Drape an Organza Saree8 steps
ऑर्गेंज़ाHow to Drape an Organza SareeTips for a stiff, slippery organza saree that refuses to sit flat.
Across India

Drapes with a home town

India drapes the saree in dozens of ways. Tap a region to see the traditional drapes Mayuri teaches from there.

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Taught in the Professional course.

The full repertoire

Everything Mayuri teaches

Not every drape has a free tutorial yet. These are all taught in the Academy courses.

Traditional drapes

NiviGujaratiMekhela Chador (Assam)KappuluBengaliMaharashtrian NauvariMadisar (Iyer)CoorgiBootheyara (Karnataka)Kunbi (Goa)Namboothiri (Kerala)MohiniattamSanthal (Jharkhand)Pinkosu (Madurai)RajasthaniKerala Kasavu MunduNauvari Jijau (9 yards)Nauvari Brahmini (10 yards)Nauvari Peshwai (12 yards)

Trending drapes

Pant styleDhoti styleBelted drapeSaree on lehengaLehenga styleRetroScarfMumtazMermaidNeck drapeSaree as gownSaree as dressJacket styleHalter neckOff-shoulderBollywoodHip hopTwo-saree MaharaniSaree on jeansRed carpetCoaty style

Drapes for occasions

DiwaliHoliIndependence DayRepublic DayEidRaksha BandhanNavratriDurga PujaJanmashtamiGanesh ChaturthiBaisakhiLohriChristmasMother's DayWomen's DayHaldiMehendiSangeetWeddingReceptionFarewellGraduationMaternity shootCatalogue shootFashion show
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