Sarees For The Workplace

Sarees may seem like an outdated option for workwear but hear me out. There is nothing more elegant, simple yet commanding that a classic nine-yards. So we have put together a list of sarees that will be perfect for your office wardrobe. All the sarees in the list are a neutral color palette to make it office appropriate with little or no embroidery. Be it a client meeting or afterwork happy hours, there is saree to fit the occasion.

1.       Called the Black Gita Saree, this is a minimalist’s dream saree in striking black with resplendent silver border. This Indian fashion designer saree is designed with handwoven cotton-silk by the renowned saree design-house, Raw Mango. To pull together the look, pair the saree with a striped, high-collared blouse with long sleeves. For makeup, wear a simple red-lip and for accessories, wear simple diamond studs and a pair of silver heels.

2.       This is a Tattva Sari by designer Urvashi Kaur. Part of Urvashi Kaur’s new collection, the saree packs a relaxed, alternative and eco-conscious vibe. This ombre printed fashion designers saree in sheer chanderi with muted, earthy grey highlights displays innovative tailoring and a modern aesthetic. Style it with a grey khadi blouse and white heels. Just like the previous look, keep the makeup minimalistic to make it office appropriate. As for jewellery, go with a simple silver rings or diamond studs or a dainty pearl necklace.

3.      Part of Anavila’s new collection of earthy linen meets metallic zari details, this saree is 100% handwoven linen. This fashion designers saree is the epitome of effortless elegance. And with the right kind of blouse, it can be dressed for day or night. The most interesting feature of this striking saree it’s metallic charcoal pallu. Wear a simple dark-olive green blouse with it and dainty gold jewelleries. Complete the look with a pair of matte-black pumps in suede.

 4.      Aptly named the Firouzeh, this is part of the saree collection of Indian fashion designer Payal Singhal. In this collection, Payal Singhal has combined clean, minimalist cuts with intricate and exquisite pearl and mukaish embroidery. The sarees seamlessly bring together the traditional and the modern with their use of clean silhouettes with scalloped hemlines. This piece in particular is a black number in silk mul. Pair it with a boxy choli in white with polka dots.

5.      Mix-up your work saree wardrobe with this ivory and blue striped number by Anavila. Anavila, the Indian fashion designer, is famous for her simple, elegant light linen saris that are a dream to drape. Look ethereal in this one in an ivory base and blue-lilac stripes in Anavila’s trademark handwoven linen. Pair it with a cream, boxy blouse and gray, suede heels. Keep the makeup simple and accesories with dainty silver jewelleries.

6.       This one is perfect for your office parties. Part of Peachoo's latest collection that combines her classic palette of blacks, whites and sands in beautiful ways. Although the base is a minimalistics champagne tone, Peachoo elevates it to elegance by adding a horizontal striped border and tonal sequins. The fabric is handloom cotton which ensure the comfort and wearability of this piece. Pair this saree with a champagne and gold boxy blouse.

7.      Command the boardroom in this white textured Indian fashion designers saree by Anavila. Part of Anavila’s collection of elegant handwoven linen saris in the softest, most delicious of colours with silver and gold zari details. This piece so as light as the clouds and lovely to drape. Pair it with a dove-gray t-shirt blouse and suede heels.

 Do you often wear Indian fashion designers saree to work? How many workwear sarees do you own?