While some saris feel very modern, others feel more like they are part of the past. However, Madhuri Dixit Nene’s most recent appearance, which unites the two, defies that statement. The sari enthusiast, who has donned innumerable saris ranging from gossamer chiffons to hefty Paithanis, has a perfect sense of when to respect tradition and when to break its rules. This peach masterpiece has the feel of a subtle clash between whimsical modernity and old-world charm.
Aari stitching, sequin work, and kiran detailing adorn the elaborate border of Dixit Nene’s sari, which is from the House of Masaba. Raw silk is the cornerstone of the six-yard. It creates a tropical appearance rather than a conventional one by serving as the canvas for the amusing palm blossom designs. However, the tissue pallium is the main attraction. Originating from ancient looms, tissue is a textile that attracts attention due to its glittering shine and gossamer appearance. Historians trace the origins of tissue back to royal ateliers, where skilled weavers infused the fabric with silver and gold threads to create garments that were only used for courtyard festivities and coronations.
The raw silk base is trimmed with kiran edging, sequin work, and aari embroidery. Palm blossom designs, a whimsical diversion from the more recognizable flower or paisley patterns, are scattered throughout it. The pallu, which is made of crushed tissue, gives the ensemble some sheen and texture. Tissue, a fabric that was previously woven with gold and silver threads in royal ateliers, has long been valued for its metallic sheen and gossamer texture, making it a favorite for celebrations.
Tissue is still a staple during celebrations today. It should come as no surprise that when the situation calls for subtle glamour, celebrities like Genelia Deshmukh, Samantha Ruth Prabhu, and Bhumi Pednekar, among many others, wear tissue saris. A few days ago, Janhvi Kapoor chose to wear a half sari made of molten gold by Manish Malhotra for the promotional appearance of her next love movie, Param Sundari.
Madhuri Dixit Nene accessorized her look with temple jewelry. She chose kadas, rings, earrings, and a guttapusalu necklace. She kept her trademark style, which included old-rose pink lipstick and soft, smoky eyes, with her hair arranged in a messy bun topped with fresh roses. Her sari is the ideal option to honor the craftsmanship of the past while remaining current during a season that is dominated by festive enthusiasm.
