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How to customize your look in our Gowns!
It is extremely humbling to share the highlights from our latest Saris and Things Fashion Show that was held on January 28th 2017 at Meadows Club.
The event was FIA's India Republic day which was commemorating Indian culture. It was an opportunity for the Indian community to come together and show their patriotism. Our show featured the latest trends in the Indian Fashion which is heavily inspired by Bollywood fashion.
We showcased numerous latest styles of Lehengas, Anarkalis, Indo-Western G...
Fashion Rewind - Anarkali Disco chali!
Anarkalis have been around since the Mughal era in India – that’s a few hundred years! And now they are back in vogue like never before. Available in fabrics ranging from classic brocade to the delicate nets and georgettes – you have something for every age and style. You can wear these to Indian wedding receptions or Henna parties, Bollywood parties or Sangeet ceremonies and look gracefully Indian!
Here are a few anarkalis styles that are the latest rage -
This black long sleeved piece is a...
Add oomph to your Indian Outfits with Trendy Ready to Wear Saree Blouses
You've got to wear saris and lehengas to your cousin's wedding or an upcoming Bollywood party soon? Are you renting fabulous saris from Sarisandthings, but you'd like to add your own touch to the ensemble? Or you've got your own lehenga choli but want it to look like a stylish statement piece? Today's your lucky day, because the experts at Sarisandthingsare are here with their advice on how enliven your outfits!
Or, you just can't figure out how to look stunning in your mom's sari or your ol...
IIFA Awards – Here we come!
Good food, great clothes, rocking parties and Bollywood... these are things that most of us love. And for all of us Bollywood fans, the upcoming IIFA Awards in Tampa Bay, Florida promises all of these. With events like a rock concert, IIFA Masterclass with Kevin Spacey, IIFA Stomp, and the startstudded awards ceremony from 23rd to 26th April - its an extravaganza to look out for.
It's just round the corner now and those of you planning to go there should get your bags packing. With big names ...
Announcing our Fresh and Exclusive Bridal Lehenga collection!
For us girls, our wedding should be exactly like we've always imagined. The lights, sounds, decorations, arrangements - we have something in mind for everything. But most importantly, what you can't compromise on - is your look on the D day! And your bridal dress is what can make or break your dream.
But if you're living in the US, shopping for your trousseau and Indian bridal dresses can be quite a pain! Can you imagine hunting for your bridal lehenga from one store to another, but not gett...
It’s time to Garba!
Time for Navratri, Dandiya, Garba and Chania Cholis
It’s that time of the year again, when you start receiving invites to various Dandiya and Garba nights in town! For the un-initiated – Dandya and Garba are two popular Indian dance styles performed to drum thumping musical beats and peppy Bollywood numbers!
So, what to expect at a typical Garba or Dandiya party?
Be ready to dance to feet tapping music – both ethnic Gujarati songs and the latest Bolloywood music will greet you at the party...
Indian Wedding Etiquette
Invited to an Indian wedding but don’t know how to dress, what to expect or what to gift? Here’s a complete lowdown on Indian wedding etiquette - to help you sail through the ceremonies and have a great time!
1. Dress & Color Code
The Sari is a fabulous Indian attire that can be worn to most Indian wedding ceremonies and parties. And the best part is – it’s a sensual outfit that will make you look gorgeous! You can choose saris in rich fabrics like silks or in light flowy fabrics like geo...
Dressing your bridesmaids for an Indian Wedding
You’re getting married in a couple of months and are in the middle of all the preparations – your trousseau, your wedding dress, your jewelry, your make-up and so much more. And then you remember – your bridesmaids’ dresses?
Matching bridesmaids’ dresses have become a trend in Indian weddings these days. What better way to make your girlfriends stand out on your D day, than dressing them in matching saris or lehengas that go perfectly with your wedding theme! But, where would you find the per...
Why Renting a Sari Makes Sense
The wedding and party season is approaching and you are excited. But aren’t you also struggling to decide what to wear to the next event you’d love to wear a different sari to each occasion. But your closet is full of saris you’ve already worn before, and you really don’t want to repeat them, or this is your first Indian wedding and you've never worn a sari before. We can help!
Indian weddings are known for their splendor and extravagance. Before the wedding day itself, there are several ritu...
Real Life Princess
Supermodel Kendra Spears is Now a Real-Life Princess!
Supermodel Kendra Spears, who's graced runways for the likes of Louis Vuitton, Diane Von Furstenberg, Lanvin, and Calvin Klein, became a real-life princess this weekend when she married Prince Rahim Aga Khan—the oldest son of Aga Khan, the Imam (spiritual leader) of the Shia Imami Ismaili Muslim world.
The couple were married on Saturday at the Chateau de Bellerive in Geneva, Switzerland, where the private Muslim ceremony was witne...
How to Host a Fun Bollywood Theme Party?
So you've been wanting to throw a colorful, musical Bollywood themed party for quite some time now, but don’t know how to go about it?
Worry not! We at Saris and Things love everything Indian & Bollywood – and here we’ll share with you 6 simple steps to Host a fabulous Bollywood Party!
Invitations
Your invite must be special! So, design a special Bollywood themed invitation for your party. You can create a collage of famous Bollywood stars, or use typical Indian motifs like Henna art, Diy...
Opening night of Lakme Fashion Week saw Bolloywood fashion king Manish Malhotra rule the ramp with his flair for everything Indian !!!
Designer Manish Malhotra showcased his ethnic Indian collection at the curtain-raiser of the Lakme Fashion Week Winter/Festive 2013. He showcased the traditional Indian outfits that include saris, ghaghra cholis, skirts among others. The designer had used lots of pastel greens, pink, and cream along with mirror works. The substitute for ghaghra with sahara pants and fitted tops was elegant and neat. The ghaghra pants and skirts had detailed embroidery work towards the hemline. The saris and...
