Vidya Balan’s weightless JJ Valaya sari in black is that cocktail party outfit you need

The actor’s classic drape by JJ Valaya proves that saris can be both, impactful and lightweight. Here’s how you can cop her look

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If you have been keeping up with Vidya Balan’s sartorial choices, you’ll know she has an affinity for homegrown brands and sustainable clothing. Among her go-to designers is veteran couturier JJ Valaya. The actor has worn pieces from him on several occasions. Among one of her most memorable JJ Valaya looks is the chevron black and white sari she wore for the promotions of Shakuntala Devi. Then there was her teal printed sari that she styled with a tan belt. There’s plenty of inspiration to take from her recent choices too. Most recently, Balan wore a black sari that came with a unique blouse. Missed seeing her ensemble? Keep reading to take a closer look at it and find out where you can buy a similar drape.

Vidya Balan’s black sari came with a contrasting red blouse 

“Vidya wears a sari from the Nomad series that’s part of our bridge to luxury brand: JJV. It is created from sustainable Tencel fabrics and carries two distinct printing techniques, including digital and foil to create a unique fusion in a nomadic spirit,” says JJ Valaya. The soft spun black sari was juxtaposed with a floral red blouse. The actor has mastered the trick to wearing traditional Indian pieces without going overboard. With this look too, she kept it clean by picking a pair of earrings from Abhilasha Jewelry Collection to complete her look.

If you’re a fan of effortless yet unmissable outfits, we suggest you bookmark this JJ Valaya drape. It’s black shade is a versatile pick and its lightweight textile means you can move around freely. You can easily wear it for a friend’s wedding ceremony with a pair of jhumkas like Balan. Style it right with diamonds and take it to a cocktail party. If you are keen to try her look, we know where you can shop to add the very similar sari to your own wedding closet. With similar accessories, here’s how you can recreate Balan’s ensemble. Scroll through our edit below.


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