Indian Selections One of the most sensuous of attires — the sari, (saree, sare) adorns a woman to become modest and attractive in it. It is not cumbersome but a great, centuries old attire statement, that suits any occasion. Indian women from different spheres of life appreciate the style and strength of the sari. Though one of the oldest apparels, there is something mystical about the way one wraps, folds, tucks and drapes a seamless piece of cloth that creates form from the formless. The sari is a timeless, tried and proven, Indian fashion. The sari both conceals and reveals, depending on the weaver’s whim and conditioning. The style and texture varies from south to north and east to west in India. The latest trend in sari-blouses has become a style of added value to the wearer with a magnetic grace and attraction. All of this Indian culture brought straight to you in the USA. Saree is a rectangular piece of unstitched fabric which is draped in a very fascinating manner. The length of the this fabric is 6 yards (5 meters) long. This is a one piece of clothing which fits all, fat or thin short or tall!!!   The traditional 6 yard saree allows for generous pleating, and draping around the body and over the shoulders almost Grecian in style. The loose end of the fabric, which is thrown over the left shoulder, is known as ‘Pallu’. Pallu usually has extensive design or embroidery woven into it. There is a petticoat, or a slip, which is worn under the saree which holds the saree in place. Along with the saree is a blouse. The blouse is a tight fitting item of clothing, and adds a fashion statement to the saree. The sleeve length of the blouse is dictated by the hottest Indian film stars. The sleeve length travels from full sleeves to half sleeves to sleeveless over a period of time. Saree is very flattering to all shapes and sizes and forgiving of the various flaws. It can ingeniously conceal or it can accentuate the curves — it is all a matter of how you drape the saree. For the simplicity and practical use of this garment has kept it as a mainstay in Indian culture and fashion for well over 5,000 years.