Karan Johar, one of Bollywood's most influential filmmakers, has a signature style that often includes dressing his actresses in beautiful sarees. This choice is not merely a matter of aesthetics but is deeply rooted in cultural, cinematic, and narrative significance. Here's what Swtantra thinks about Karan Johar using sarees to showcase his leading ladies: 1. Cultural Symbolism The saree is a quintessential symbol of Indian culture and tradition. Karan Johar pays homage to India’s rich heritage by dressing his actresses in sarees. This choice resonates deeply with audiences, evoking a sense of nostalgia and cultural pride. It helps in grounding...

Let our divine sarees make you glow from within this festive season! Discover NOOR - a collection of lustrous sarees and blouses sure to make any festive celebration light up. These light and alluring sarees are designed to showcase sparkling perfection for any celebration.  The sarees portray a melange of delightful colors - From rich Shimmers and cool Pastels to enigmatic Metallics. Noor features carefully crafted designs that appealingly portray delicate necklines, flirty sleeves, bold backs, modern drapes and aesthetic embellishments. Let’s take a look at our bright showstoppers from this collection!  1. White Gold Chiffon Saree with Cowrie Lace In a...

Satin sarees are elegant and luxurious and make you stand out from the rest of the crowd. Add some glamorous satin sarees to your wardrobe without having to fret over their wash and care instructions. Let us share tips on how to effectively remove stains and wash your satin sarees without damaging them. Read on to find out!   1. How to Wash Satin Sarees? - Start by water-testing a small portion of your saree in warm water and observe any changes that the fabric undergoes. If the portion undergoes stretching, shrinking or forms wrinkles then it is advised to go...

The wedding season is here to stay with everyone either getting married or attending a wedding. Finding the perfect #OOTD for such an important occasion can be quite stressful amid all the Bridesmaid duties. So we have put together five Effortless Saree Looks for your Best Friend’s Wedding, that are just as amazing on camera as in person - And you can pull them off within minutes!   1. Accordion Maroon Pre-draped Saree + Belt + Blouse (SET)     A Red Saree look to turn heads - In heat-set pleated fabric, this gorgeous set in deep red has a modern...

A Fashion Faux pas or mistake is given so much importance in the world of Fashion and Style. Whether it’s wearing a pair of Jeans and a T-shirt or traditional Indianwear, the smallest of details can ruin an otherwise on-point outfit. So, how do you know what’s acceptable by the Fashion Police and what’s not? We did the work for you.   1. Being Over-dressed or Under-dressed Dressing up according to your style is all fun and games but flat-out ignoring a dress code is a big fashion no-no and shows disregard for the setting. Sarees are versatile enough to be...

The Indian festive season is in full swing. Ganesh Chaturthi was celebrated with pomp just a few weeks back and two of the most awaited festivals – Navratri & Dussehra will be celebrated in a couple of weeks.  As the name implies, the Navratri festival will be celebrated for nine nights. Each day/night of this beautiful festival is dedicated to worshipping a particular incarnation of Goddess Durga. Interestingly, each day/night of the festival is associated with a specific color and most devotees follow the color code while choosing their clothing.  Swtantra’s in-house designers realized the importance of these colors as...

A satin saree is a multifaceted outfit that can be easily draped for formal office meetings, exciting parties, traditional festivals and even weddings. The best part about such sarees is that you can wear them in a myriad of ways according to your personality, mood, height & weight. No wonder the Classic style drape is one of the go-to styles for any occasion. However, many new saree draping styles are emerging these days which can easily amp up your look for any occasion. Read on to know about 5 new ways of wearing your favorite satin saree. 5 New Ways on...