Sep 26, 2024

Piyali Bhadra

Step into your time capsule

Talking about the 19th-century trends in fashion, Indian Maharanis became the epitome of grace and poise with their chic dressing sense maintaining the legacy and tradition of their culture, while introducing us to stylish trends which took on vintage aesthetic. Let’s take a look at some Maharanis who patronised chiffon.

Maharani Gayatri Devi

Dominating the public imagination for almost a century, Gayatri Devi of Jaipur was an iconic fashion muse and was always seen in chic chiffon saris with a pastel plain end. Her signature draping style with pale pink chiffon and faux pearls created unforgettable magic.

Princess Sita Devi

Princess Sita Devi of Baroda was also known as the ‘Indian Wallis Simpson’ for her iconic hairstyle and similar facial features. Sita Devi was known for her stunning jewellery collection, and looked iconic in a plain ivory chiffon sari with a golden border, exuding grace with simplicity.

Princess Niloufer Farhat Begum Sahiba

One of the last princesses of the Ottoman empire in India, she introduced Hyderabad to the world and was known for designing her chiffon saris with intricate drapes and a border-sewn brocade.

Princess Karam of Kapurthala

This Indian royal attracted the European elite class with her love of fashion and was also photographed by Vogue magazine. A Schiaparelli muse, the vintage queen wore an ivory chiffon sari with a minimal graceful border, topped up with exotic pearls.

Princess Durru Sehvar Of Hyderabad

Elder sister-in-law of Princess Niloufer, this Turkish royal blood by birth was known for her elegant and graceful sari drapes. A muse to several Hyderabadi designers, the princess was seen in a chic white chiffon sari with full-length balloon sleeves. Her chiffon sari also had silver 2-D flowers all along the blouse and bodice which looked unique and stylish.

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Maharani Vijaya Raje Scindia

Rajmata of Gwalior was known for her simplicity and quiet nature but had a loud penchant for fashion. Having a variety of stunning chiffon saris in the hues of ivory and pale shades, the Maharani was mostly spotted in pastel shades with a broad border in a chiffon silhouette.

Mehtab Kaur Sahiba of Patiala

Mother of Punjab’s 15th Chief Minister Amarinder Singh, Mehtab Kaur exuded sheer elegance and stood like a true queen in printed chiffon saris with a graceful blouse and minimal jewellery.

Maharani Usha Devi of Kapurthala

This Punjabi beauty was known for her braided crown hair which accentuated her facial features. She proved you do not need jewellery to look like a queen, as her ensemble made heads turn which featured graceful chiffon saris and gowns with a traditional take.

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