FLO Bangalore organised a saree draping workshop at Vidya’s Centre of Excellence for empowering young girls by equipping them with the most essential skill for building a career in the wedding industry. From bridal styles to modern drapes, every participant gained practical knowledge from this urban skilling program, and now they can offer it as a service.
Each pleat was a step toward confidence, creativity, and self-reliance. They didn’t just drape a saree — they embraced a profession. Led by expert Shikha Agarwal, the participants were taught around 10 versatile techniques of this art. Now, they are eligible to start accepting freelancing styling offers or wedding gigs.
Key Takeaways
- Skill building by learning pleating, pallu styling, and full saree draping techniques.
- Mastered traditional, bridal, and modern drapes.
- Gained a professional skill for freelance styling and event dressing.
- Discussed real-world income opportunities through saree draping.
- Draping based on fabric type: silk, cotton, chiffon, and georgette.
- Smart use of accessories like belts, brooches, and dupattas.
- Built styling confidence through hands-on practice.
- Encouraged experimentation to develop a personal draping style.
A total of 35 young girls benefited from this urban skilling program as they gained saree draping skills. This is a perfect income generation stream, as today’s guests at weddings are looking for support in saree draping. Also, this workshop wasn’t just about style, as it was about skill-building for financial independence.