Black Saree Styling Tips

All you saree lovers out there, there is no doubt that you love any good saree. However, truth be told, the most difficult saree to walk away from is a rich black saree. Am I right or am I right? You can never have too many black sarees because they are just so elegant! Black sarees are the traditional version of the little black dress and every woman has at least one of these in their cupboard, if not more. A black saree can be styled in various ways to suit your style and we bet you would look stunning in every way. If styled right, it radiates irresistible beauty and can be worn for any occasion. Who better to show us how to look gorgeous than our very own favorite Bollywood divas? So, here is a list of B-town divas who have created their own unique style with black sarees and we cannot help but admire how magnificent they look.

1. Sonam Kapoor

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The fashion queen of Bollywood, Sonam Kapoor is no stranger to looking extra every chance she gets. Her unique style always stands out and steals the show. Her sister Rhea Kapoor designed a black glam saree and Sonam dons the net saree with a fascinator hat. She wears a tube black blouse and a black belt to go along with her puffy net sleeves and looks like a vintage doll.

2. Sushmita Sen

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Talented actress and single mother to two beautiful daughters, Sushmita Sen looks sizzling hot in any saree. We’ve seen her in Main Hoon Na where she set the temperatures rising with her sultry professor look. The former Miss Universe pairs a black sheer saree with a sleeveless black blouse and a statement necklace and looks like an absolute diva.

3. Vidya Balan

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This versatile actress is mostly seen in sarees and we cannot help but admit that she carries it off with much grace. Apart from styling it the traditional way, Vidya Balan gets creative with how she dons a saree. Right from uniquely styled blouses to adding different accessories, Vidya adds a bit of freshness to her traditional black saree look with a jacket, a silk dupatta or some statement jewelry.

4. Deepika Padukone

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Of course, the leggy actress is on this list. Deepika Padukone pulls off any attire because of her gorgeous looks and tall stunning body. She dons a black saree with a plain black sleeveless blouse and a pair of statement earrings. Her makeup and hair are on point with her attire and she completes this look with some black smoky eyes.

5. Kajol

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Supermom of two, Kajol was the superstar celebrity diva of the 90s. She started taking fewer roles in movies after she became a mom but her fashion and style continued to remain great. Kajol pairs her black embroidered saree with a strappy blouse and wears a nude lip. In another look, she styles her black saree with a three-fourth-sleeve blouse and pairs it with dangling earrings and a bun for the hair. Both these looks are so different, yet she looks beautiful in them.

6. Parineeti

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The cute and adorable Parineeti Chopra has come a long way in her Bollywood career. She wears a black net saree with a plunging black blouse and a pair of silver jhumkas. She dons a perfectly done smoky eye and matte mauve lipstick which makes her look cute and stunning at the same time.

7. Madhuri Dixit

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The ever so gracious, Madhuri Dixit is another Bollywood celeb who looks strikingly beautiful in her Indian ensemble. She puts a creative spin on the way she styles her black saree inspiring unique beauty. She drapes her black shimmer saree in a unique manner, setting a fashion trend. In another style, the Aaja Nachle actress is seen donning a halter neck black blouse and a statement necklace looking graceful and stylish.

8. Kangana Ranaut

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Known for the bold roles she plays in movies, Kangana Ranaut also has a unique sense of fashion. She slays different looks and carries herself with a lot of grace. Be it a traditional look or one with a modern twist, the Fashion actress has always a way of looking charming. Kangana wears printed black sarees with elegance and style. She styles it with statement jewelry and with different hairstyles. A classic bun or a simple wavy hairstyle looks good to wear with a saree.

9. Shilpa Shetty

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Fitness icon, Shilpa Shetty is known to have one of the best-looking bodies in Bollywood. Her chiseled body and flawless skin make her look dashing in anything she wears. Shilpa wears a striped black saree with long dangling earrings and a statement kadha looking stunning.

Who knew there were so many different ways to style black sarees? Go on ladies, go find your black saree and try out any (or all) of these amazing styles inspired by our favorite Bollywood divas. Which was your most desired style? Comment below and let us know.