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...

The relationship between the Indian Woman and the timeless Saree is a never-ending Love Affair. With the Saree always being Popular as elegant Evening wear attire, one is always on the lookout for trendy designs and luxurious fabrics to set you apart from the crowd. Elevate your style this season with Swtantra’s new Eden Collection. Our masterfully curated Spring collection features sarees in rich vibrant hues, solid color palettes, bold chevron prints and dark shimmer silhouettes - making these Sarees in vogue for Evening soirees and parties.   1. Lime Satin Saree with Bronze Pendants Our playful Lime Satin Saree exudes...

Spring is in the Air - and with it comes a promise of a fresh new start. Say Goodbye to Winter blues and step into Spring in style! Spruce up your wardrobe with our artfully created Eden Collection - in hues of fresh pastels and playful bright shimmers, this collection has it all! Whether you're getting ready for day weddings, kitty parties, work events or evening soirees - our Eden sarees are refreshingly versatile for all occasions. Charm your way into Spring with fun floral prints, dainty sequin work and light shimmers that create an everlasting impression. Let’s take a...

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...

Saree is a magnificent outfit for women. They are versatile, enabling women to wear them to almost any occasion like parties, weddings, anniversaries or even formal events like business meetings. Sarees come in different fabrics such as Cotton, Silk, Satin, Chiffon & more. Chiffon fabric, in particular, has been used to make ball gowns, blouses & sarees for high profile events. Due to its lightweight, airy & shimmery nature, it is a preferred fabric for sarees especially during summers. A Chiffon Saree exudes elegance due to its luxurious drape. It is slowly replacing Conventional Indian Sarees made up of cotton...