A Guide to Matching Blouses with a Red Saree

 

Buying a red saree is one thing, but wearing it is another, which requires more conviction. Considering red is a color that gets that extra bit of attention even when toned down or laced up, it is imperative to choose the right occasion to wear it as well as accessorize as well as pair it well with a blouse that also matches.

 

Despite the sheer love you had for this color which signifies passion, aggression, courage, and energy when you went out and bought it-there are days when you have held it close to yourself in front of the mirror and questioned whether it was the right choice! The weather is too hot, or the occasion is not appropriate for red. Even though red catches all the attention, it is one of those sarees that gets its fair share of criticism.

 

A Never Ending Passion for Red Sarees

 

A red saree, however, or any saree for that matter, wears perfectly with a blouse, which gives it a completely different look and feels by toning down the brightness and robustness of the color.

 

The type of saree and the type of person wearing it must be kept in mind while choosing a saree blouse design. In India, there are many trends-the prints, the hand-painted ones, the embroidered ones with a variety of styles, but a wrong choice of blouse could make the saree look either a complete mess or too overdone.

 

There are many shades of red, so how one chooses the blouse pattern will depend on the shade of red, whether the saree is ethnic or not, what style will complement the saree, and the occasion for which the blouse is chosen.

 

Keyhole-Shaped Pattern Blouse Design:

 

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This amazing keyhole pattern is complemented by the mirror work fabric. Red sarees have a natural tendency to attract attention thanks to their dazzling nature. It would be helpful if the blue in the blouse had piping in the same color as the red in the saree.

 

High Neck Blouse Design:

 

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It has gained a lot of popularity as it lends formality to even the most revealing of cuts. The design somewhat resembles an inverted heart. A red saree with a white blouse and a little embroidery at the back will look ravishing when worn with a red saree. In order for it to coordinate with the saree, the collar too could be embroidered in red. As an alternative, the design could be worked on gold as well, as that too looks lovely on white. 

 

Traditional Tie-Back Blouse Design:

 

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Sarees with this pattern look stunning when they are paired with a red and gold Kanjeevaram. When wearing a red saree, there are so many ways to wear a blouse, so for the traditional style such as this one, it should be reserved for more traditional sarees as in this case, and for more formal occasions such as weddings.

 

Simple Deep V Neck Blouse design:

 

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The red blouse below would make any red saree look more stylish. By adding broadband of hand-embroidered zari to the back neck design, the simple deep V neck becomes more lively. It pairs well with red Benarasi georgettes.

 

Broad Round Neck Bright Georgette Blouse Design:

 

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The combination of red and green in this zari work georgette in green adds more vibrancy and richness to the color red as a whole-as such, red and green is a match made in heaven and no other color combination can match its richness. This dress features three-quarter sleeves, a broad round neck, and ornaments.

 

Velvet Shirt Blouse Design:

 

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To make the color green stand out, even more, it would be best to choose perhaps a rich green velvet fabric and pair it with a black net sleeve that has zari work applied to it. Experience the magic of green and red again when you wear it the way the saree below has been. An elegant blouse with long sleeves and a v-neck, the shirt blouse has a button-down front and long sleeves with cuffs that feature work.

 

Chinese Neck Blouse Design:

 

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It would also be a great idea to combine prints with a red saree, whether those prints are rich or subdued, complementary or contrasting. A rich black red and shades of orange saree featuring a floral pattern elevate the look of a plain raw silk saree to a whole new level. The crop top style, with a round Chinese neck, is an alternative to the loose sleeved design and allows you to drape the saree in an innovative manner.

 

Blouse With Leaf Neckline Design:

 

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Red will always look fantastic with bejeweled blouses and in particular those that will draw attention to the red in the saree. Another great color combination would be yellow and red. It would be possible to repeat the work on the leafy neckline in the front too or to make it into a corset blouse as well. Even the heaviest of embroidery looks can be readily absorbed by red.

 

Bow Pattern Blouse Design:

 

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Consider wearing the same design with either a black saree or a red one for a truly dramatic effect. The blouse's buttons are on the front, while the back features an amazing bow pattern for maximum sizzle. This blouse would look amazing with red chiffons.

 

Sheer Alter Neckline, Blouse Design:

 

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The multicolored thread work and sheer alter neckline on the black fabric forms a pop of color against the black fabric, keeping the look smart with a sleeveless blouse. It would look beautiful with a red saree.

 

Scalloped Back Blouse Design:

 

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A red saree with a beautifully defined scalloped back looks very alluring when tied in a bunch. It is best worn with sarees that feature a traditional touch and is more appropriate for weddings, receptions, and Mehandi rituals rather than cocktails and lighter social gatherings. The more embellishments you add to your back the more attention you will get, so choose the design wisely when you have a slim back.

 

Ivory with Zari U Neck Blouse Design:

 

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The blouse is made from heavy dull ivory with zari and thread work detailing beautifully contrasted with the rich red Kanjeevaram silk. A dull gold hue is contributing to the coordination in the blouse fabric. Excellent styling too!

 

Boat Neck Blouse Design:

 

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There is ample chance that your red saree does not necessarily require a red blouse as we have seen in several examples, and here's another-the blue in a stunning turquoise that comes together superbly with this red saree and works fine due to the coordination of the mirror work and even more so due to the multi-colored piping on the saree. To reduce the impact of the large mirror work design, the boat neck and the sleeveless design are used.

 

Jacket Blouse Design:

 

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Consider wearing a kalamkari jacket blouse to help liven up your plain red saree. It is possible to make the red saree look different by pairing it with two varying blouse patterns.

 

Peplum Blouse Design:

 

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We have paired this red crepe de chine saree with a coral blouse with a peplum. It is interesting to wear a saree with such patterns on the blouse. It looks so modern and trending!