The sarees to wear on farewell are the ones that pass two tests: they look lovely in photos under mixed lighting, and they let you dance without stopping every few minutes to fix the pleats. Georgette, chiffon, satin, crepe, light organza and soft silks pass both tests most often. At House of Daisy on Golf Course Road, Gurugram, we help students choose with exactly these two tests in mind, so here is our shortlist, judged one saree type at a time.
What should a farewell saree do well?
Before the shortlist, it helps to be clear about the job. A farewell saree needs to:
- Photograph well under stage lights, phone flashes and dim corners, in close-ups and in the big group picture.
- Move with you when you walk, climb onto a stage, sit on the floor for photos and dance.
- Stay neat for five or six hours without heavy creasing.
Each type below is rated on those three points.
Georgette: the all-rounder
Photos: soft and flattering, with a gentle drape that never looks stiff. Dancing: excellent; it is light and swings with you. Staying neat: good, as it resists creasing. If you are unsure, start here. Plain, printed or with an embroidered border, georgette suits almost every farewell.
Chiffon: the lightest choice
Photos: airy and romantic, especially in soft colours. Dancing: the easiest of all, because there is almost nothing to carry. Staying neat: the pleats can slide, so pin them well. Chiffon suits a warm hall or a summer farewell.
Satin and crepe: the evening sheen
Photos: satin catches light beautifully and looks glamorous at night; crepe looks smooth and polished. Dancing: both are fluid and comfortable. Staying neat: satin can slip, so tuck it firmly and pin the pallu; crepe holds well. These suit an evening farewell with a party feel.
Organza and soft silk: the festive pair
Organza photos: crisp and structured, lovely with a border. Organza dancing: fine, though it feels a little stiffer than georgette. Silk photos: rich colour and natural shine, very festive. Silk dancing: comfortable in a lighter silk; a heavier one can feel warm in a crowded hall. Both hold their pleats well, which helps on a long night.
Ready-to-wear sarees: the stress-free option
Photos: the drape stays exactly where it was set, so every picture looks the same as the first. Dancing: very good, as there are no loose pleats to come undone. Staying neat: the best of the list. We stitch sarees bought from House of Daisy into a ready-to-wear drape, and you can browse our ready-to-wear sarees too. For more choices, see the full saree collection.
Which sarees are harder to manage on a farewell night?
A very heavy saree with dense work all over can look stunning in photos but tire you out on the dance floor. Very stiff fabrics can stand away from the body and look boxy when you move. If you love a heavier look, keep the saree light and put the richness in the blouse instead.
Can I get a farewell saree made to order?
Yes. Choose the fabric for how it moves, the colour from our fabric shade cards, then the border, blouse and any embroidery. Our crafts on made-to-order pieces include gota patti, chikankari, mirror work, zardozi, dabka and aari, with tested zari only. Pieces we make to order are made to your measurements and hand-embroidered in our atelier. Order a made-to-order party outfit 3 to 4 weeks ahead. If your farewell is less than 3 weeks away, we will suggest ready pieces, as we do not take rush made-to-order work.
A ready saree from us comes with an unstitched blouse piece, stitched to your measurements on request, usually in about a week.
Where can I feel these fabrics for myself?
Come to Shop 226A, 2nd Floor, DT Mega Mall, Golf Course Road, DLF Phase 1, Sector 28, Gurugram, open every day from 11 AM to 9 PM. Walk-ins are welcome to see pieces; styling and design consultations are by appointment, and the first design consultation is free, in the showroom or on a video call. Our showroom visit guide has directions and tips.
Common questions
Which saree is easiest to dance in at farewell?
Chiffon and georgette are the lightest and most fluid, and a ready-to-wear saree stays put the whole night.
Which saree looks lovely in night photos?
Satin and soft silk catch the light well. An embroidered border also shows up nicely under flash.
Will a satin saree slip while dancing?
It can. Tuck it firmly at the waist and pin the pleats and pallu, and it will stay in place.
Do you pre-drape a saree I already own?
We pre-drape only sarees bought from House of Daisy.
Farewell par dance ke liye kaunsi saree achhi hai?
Georgette ya chiffon saree sabse aasaan rehti hai. Ready-to-wear saree bhi achha option hai, pleats khulti nahi.
Kya heavy saree farewell ke liye theek hai?
Photos mein achhi lagti hai, par dance mein thaka sakti hai. Saree halki rakhiye aur kaam blouse mein daliye.
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