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While finding the perfect lehenga for every function is paramount, how you style your dupatta can make or break your look in terms of fashion quotient, aesthetics, and vibe. Much like makeup, accessories, and hairstyles, different lehenga designs call for different styling. Various unique dupatta drapes can also completely change the look of your attire, giving you a brand new ensemble every time. Be it a heady Sangeet, a quirky Mehndi, or a classy reception, our curated list of different dupatta styles is sure to help you find your perfect drape.

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1. Going across the front in a loose drape, pleated on the opposite shoulder

A breezy, no-fuss option for intricately embroidered or embellished lehengas as the style would not steal focus from the detailed work.

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2. Draped from the middle of the head and over the shoulders and let loose over the back

Classic and clean, it is the perfect way to show off an intricate blouse or neckline and statement necklaces.

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3. Draped over the head and coupled with a contrast shawl/dupatta openly pinned and draped over one shoulder

This regal style is perfect to unleash your inner queen on your big day.

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4. Tucked into one side and loosely draped over the opposite shoulder in an open-pallu Gujarati style saree drape

This is perfect to lend a soft, feminine touch to a traditional lehenga.

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5. Pleated in front over one shoulder and secured with a belt

The perfect drape for a Mehndi or Sangeet to be able to dance freely. It is also a great way to add some ornamentation with a heavily embellished or bejewelled belt.

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6. Pleated and worn in Gujarati style saree drape over the right shoulder, paired with a dupatta gently draped over the head and topped off with a contrast shawl over the left shoulder

This intricate, layered style is perfect to add some richness to minimalistic lehenga styles.

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8. Pleated in front on the right shoulder, paired with a dupatta draped over the head

This is an ideal way to add some poise to a beautifully detailed blouse that you want to show off and not cover.

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If you’re thinking of getting hitched shortly as well, you have a lot of choices. You can pick heavy lehengas and dupatta drapes which are in the trend now. If you love these picks, you must visit the Nisha Natthani Boutique for very similar yet amazing designs of such ensembles.