5 Amazing Gujarati Sarees For Garba Enthusiasts

By Anushka Batra

Among the thousands of places in India known for their culture, Gujarat stands out for celebrating its tradition through clothes like Gujarati sarees. The famous Bandhani and Patola sarees of Gujarat have held their royal status since time immemorial — and they’re considered auspicious, thought to bring a good future for the bride. There’s a charm to Gujarati saree styles that would pull even a non-Gujju towards them.

Fashion trends to follow this Navratri

It’s never too early to upgrade your wardrobe, especially for the Garba season — the most awaited festival of the year and a very personal Met Gala for Gujaratis. Here are a few new trends to help you put your best foot forward this festive season.

Unconventional dhoti style

The emerging style of dhotis paired with chiffon crop tops and net jackets gives a glamorous look while keeping you comfortable as you dance your heart out. You can also opt for bright bandhej kurtis paired with satin-crepe dhotis that are sure to turn heads.

The evergreen sarees

A Garba night calls for something more than a chaniya choli. A Tuscan-yellow satin saree with tassels and zardozi work is perfect for those who don’t like to follow the herd; for a more sophisticated look, try a mint-green net saree embellished with pearls and sequins.

Anarkalis and palazzo bottoms

Flared palazzos are always comfortable, and pairing them with the right anarkali makes you a fashion icon — a cotton-silk anarkali suit with palazzo, or something more substantial like a cotton-silk suit with kundan butti and a matching georgette palazzo.

Traditional Gujarati sarees for Garba lovers

No matter how far one goes, they always come back home — and even with global exposure, Gujarat stays connected to its roots, pouring heart and soul into handloom sarees that are true masterpieces. Here are five traditional Gujarati sarees that leave anyone spellbound.

Bandhej saree

The Bandhani or Bandhej saree dates back to the Indus Valley Civilisation, where the tie-and-dye technique had just begun. These beautiful sarees carry various tie-and-dye prints that elevate your ethnic look; traditionally, vibrant colours like red, green, blue and yellow are used, and a Bandhani saree goes exceptionally well with silk, cotton, chiffon and georgette.

Gharchola saree

Gharchola is a vintage saree woven with silk and zari threads and later ornamented with bandhani work. It’s worn by Gujarati brides, gifted to them by their in-laws, and usually comes in red, maroon, green and yellow for its bridal nature. It’s a pretty expensive outfit, but still one of the must-have sarees for Gujaratis.

Panetar saree

This festive saree is a match made in heaven for those who love to go all out. A beautiful silk saree with a white body and red border, the Panetar is full of intricacies — woven with Gajji silk and adorned with bandhani motifs, zari and lush embroidery. It’s draped in the traditional Gujarati manner, with the pallu over the right shoulder from back to front.

Patola saree

The Patola is the most prized possession of the Gujarati weaving community. Its price can go as high as several lakh rupees, as it’s a hand-woven masterpiece that takes four to six months to complete. What makes it so exotic is that the intricate designs are identical on both sides of the fabric; common motifs include elephants, birds, flowers and horses.

Gujarati brocade saree

A Gujarati brocade saree has a beautiful sheen and is much thicker, which sets it apart from other Indian brocades. Inspired by the Mughal courts, it’s recognised for its Krishna and Gopi motifs and the presence of jaal and jharokha. A tight weave at the border gives a luxurious pallu, the woven patterns are embellished into the golden surface, and meenakari work is used for the finishing.

These traditional yet unique Gujarati sarees — with their needlework, craftsmanship and embellishment — are impeccable fashion pieces every woman should own. Any woman of any age can drape them easily and look out of this world in no time. If you love regional weaves, our edit of handloom sarees from Odisha is worth a look too. So get ready to don one for a function, or have fun turning it into a lehenga-choli look with your styling skills.