The six-yard drape has a symbolic value in the fashion world that is indisputable. But these women are breaking the traditional, stereotypical associations of demure, dainty, graceful and well-behaved often associated with the saree by achieving more than a few unconventional feats while wearing the garment. They go the extra mile to take traditionally-believed functionality constraints to new levels. From kiteboarding in a saree to exercising in one of them and even rocking to rebellious feminist lyrics, these women have found creative ways to make a symbolic statement using the garment. Here are 7 incredible women who will inspire you to believe anything is possible, even while wearing a saree.
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1. Kiteboarding In A Saree
In a recent viral video, this woman was seen effortlessly gliding through the waves in a saree. Kiteboarding is an extremely challenging and risky sport but Katya Saini is seen doing it with ease and poise while being dressed in a saree. The saree she picked was minimalist in design, with traditional motifs set against the bright backdrop of yellow with an embellished border. The orange blouse offset the sunny yellow of the saree and was matched with swimming shorts of a similar hue. The video shows Katya preparing herself for the sport before she surfs through the water and lifts off into the sky. This 'saree surfer' as she was called by one of the users in the comments was highly lauded on the internet. One user commented, "Goosebumps, Indian saree made this reel so special" while another said, "You just revolutionsed the sport" and still another mentioned, "Her swag in saree".
There are naysayers everywhere, of course, but one user's comment came from a sense of caution, "I appreciate what these girls can do. Really amazing, the surfing, gymnastics, summersaults, 👍 but Can we keep the saree out of these stunts these days plz 🙏🥺. This sets the rest of the story up nicely as let's see what he means by stunts in sarees.
2. Rebellious Rock Stars In Saree
This all-women rock music band is going the extra mile by trendsetting both through their style and music. Saree-clad and armed with both meaningful (oftentimes rebellious) lyrics and symbolic attire, Meri Zindagi from Lucknow is attempting to be the voice of change bringing to light social issues, about women and children.
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3. Exercising In A Saree
Many would question if this is possible and yes it is. Reena Singh, a fitness enthusiast makes the most of a saree when she works out. She broke all self-imposed limitations as she was seen exercising in a viral video. She inspired many to not just maintain a fitness regimen but also bring traditional attire to use when doing so.
4. Gymnastics In A Saree
It was Parul Arora, a 24-year-old gymnast who took her saree game to another level when she did a backflip in the saree. Her video went viral on Twitter and received a tremendously positive reaction from the internet.
Congratulations @parul_cutearora
— Hoshiyar Singh (@MichaelHoshiyar) March 28, 2021
This is wow.....pic.twitter.com/iw0bJa5mbi
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5. Running In A Saree
Comfort is key especially when it comes to running but Madhusmita Jena went another route to make a statement instead when she wore a khandua pata saree in a bright shade of red. Originating from Odisha, she embraced her culture as she decided to run the 2023 Manchester Marathon.
6. Split In A Saree
Who would have imagined this? It was dancer Rukmini Vijayakumar who literally stunned the internet when her video went viral which showed her performing splits, backflips and more with literal ease. What really took the internet by storm was her ability to perform in a saree. She captioned the video as, "The things we can do in a well-draped saree.
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7. Football In Saree
These women showed that you can even play football in a saree. They broke all stereotypes with their choice of attire, truly embracing strength and femininity. In the viral video, the women were seen kicking the ball in sarees across the ground while the crowd cheered enthusiastically. Absolutely an inspiration for many.
'When drape can signify both strength and femininity!'
— Naturally Sudhaish (@NaturallySudha) March 29, 2023
A group of women turned football players in Gwalior recently. They were spectacular on the field with their athletic skills. It was a 2 day tournament.
The tournament was called "Goal in Saree".pic.twitter.com/18N36cpqQJ
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These women are motivating enough for us to get our saree and gender game even stronger!
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