A sari is not merely six yards of cloth. Designed right and draped right, it becomes the sexiest thing a woman with any kind of figure can wear. Take a look.

A breezy, summery confection by Arpita Mehta.
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Colour blocking can create wonders, even in a sari. Check out these beautiful designs by Mandira Bedi and Wendell Rodricks.
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You don't always need to drape a sari the traditional way... Sonam and Paras Modi introduce you to a new option.
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Go traditional with these two saris from Gaurang.
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That sari, and that drape, from Tarun Tahiliani will definitely make heads turn.
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Don't you absolutely love these creations from Ilk and Kiram Uttam Ghosh?
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A perfect-for-the-summer look from Anavila.
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Now, who would have thought you could wear mulmul to a party?
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Nikhil Thampi proves it's all in the drape.
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Satya Paul gets flirty with the blouse and the under-skirt.
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A blaze of bold colours, again from Satya Paul.
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From Soumitra's glittery borders to Rimi Nayak's dramatic prints, a sari's always open to experiments.
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Shivan Narresh reveal how sexy a sari can get.
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Yogesh Chaudhary, on the other hand, offers a touch of royal elegance.
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And here's how you flash an elegant leg, even in a sari, courtesy Shruti Sancheti.
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Woot! How can anyone resist these Vaishali S and Sonam & Paras Modi creations?
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Translucent is not just for dresses, says Suneet Varma.
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Farah Sanjana and Karleo show how contrasting borders or just a simple, fade-in colour can be used to wonderful effect.
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How much more modern can you get? Check out this sari by Babita M.
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It can be all about the blouse too... That's what Sabyasachi and Not Like You are telling you.
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