In full bloom

Now that shes back in town the original desi girl Priyanka Chopra Jonas is making style statements every other day But unlike the shimmery one she wore in the 2008 movie PeeCee picked a black floral saree with a backless blouse when she made an appearance on a reality show She didnt look older than her age which is the biggest problem with floral sarees says citybased stylist Anjali Sharma Ace the look with these tipsKeep it simple Broad elaborate borders are not only outdated but also make you look less curvy if you are skinny Opt for a printed one Taller women should choose ones with large flowers If you are petite opt for smaller and delicate prints If youre choosing a darker colour make sure the design isnt in a dark shade instead opt for patterns in variants of a single family of colours Pick a smart blouse mdash going sleeveless being your easiest bet You can also do your hair up in a high pony paired with large hoops and combat boots for an edgy vibe Avoid bling or bead work unless its quirkyPick the right blouse If you dont want a printed floral pattern on the saree go for light floral bead work and make a statement with a matching printed blouse A net saree works best if you want to highlight the bead work on the traditional Indian drape Highnecked blouses are ideal if you are petite in which case you should avoid tube tops or widenecked blouses You can even play around with the sleeves mdash long or puffed are great optionsRuffle it up A ruffle or layered fall not only adds volume to the saree but when done right in a floral pattern it also looks exquisite Dont mix print and embroidered patterns The former is ideal for daywear while the latter works better for evening wear If youre skinny fluid silks tissue and cotton options are great since they create an illusion of curves Wear a slender belt or a kamarband to draw attention to your waist mdash nothing chunkyColour block it right If you want a plain saree pick one which has flowers in a contrasting shade on the border of the pallu and fall mdash large ones will look more funky unlike the usual petite floral pattern A printed or plain tubetop blouse will suit this pattern You could also pair this with a floral blouse and use colour blocking Go with sarees in pop colours like yellow or pink with a black or blue blouse They make you look curvier Finish the look with heels and matching long earrings And wearing a bindi isnt mandatory so only wear one if the sareecalls for itSay it with elegance Choose an embroidered floral option if a classic look is what want But make sure you pair it with a sleek pair of heels and a uniquelycut blouse A backless blouse will look great even if youre on the heavier side A lowwaist drape is ideal if you want to accentuate your hips Alternatively trycolour blocking on the fall but make sure its a darker or lighter shade from the same family Pair this with silver jewellery or neckpieces with ornate stones Avoid chunky gold jewellery as that will ruin the whole lookDos and donts Dont go OTT and wear floral jewellery a floral wreath on your head or floral shoes Avoid going for an outfit that has too many colours as it will look tackyCatch up on all the latest Mumbai news crime news current affairs and also a complete guide on Mumbai from food to things to do and events across the city here Also download the new mid day Android and iOS apps to get latest updates