Where does one begin with sarees? Or when does one end? For every Bangladeshi woman, it isn’t a mere attire but an emotion, a sentiment she holds dear to her. And add Spring to that mix, and voila! It’s a love affair for the books! In Bengal, Spring arrives in all her splendour; the air is redolent with heady floral scents from swathes of luscious blooms all around. The air is crisp, as the weather is pleasantly cool and comforts one’s soul with blissful energy and hopes of new beginnings. The very essence of life is brought forth as winter is gone but not forgotten yet, and lovely little buds of new blossoms hint at what’s to come.

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And what better way to celebrate these precious fleeting moments of the year than adorning one’s person with a beautiful saree that reflects the essence and joy of this season? Out with the old and in with the new as they say about spring. Hence embrace all that is bright and fresh, lovely and new, now!

‘Florals for Spring? Ground-breaking!’ remarked cynically the high priestess of fashion Miranda Priestley. However, spring is indeed all about florals! After all, when nature gives us abundance of flowers in all shapes and forms, why not get inspired by their beauty? Florals look lovely in every way; from oversized prints that make a fantastic statement and set you apart in a crowd, to mid-sized ones that are perfect for every day, to small, dainty ones which are easy on the eyes, florals are fantastic for spring, however you like them! This year, it’s all about contrasting shades, so choose a saree with a vibrant colour. Pinks, reds, and oranges look fabulous on white, parrot green, or yellow. Find out the saree that speaks to you!

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Other than florals, prints in general are having a fun moment. From geometric shapes and patterns to delicate ones, prints are pretty and perfect for spring. Again, as contrast is in, go for bright colours juxtaposed in clever ways. A teal saree with pink print will look fantastic, and its contrasting border will be the cherry on top!

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Fun blouses are also another way to bring a flair to your spring style. Go for a unique look — a striped blouse paired with a muslin or tulle saree will look fun and sexy at the same time, and will elevate your style quotient for the next ladies’ spring soirée! Polka dots are very chic at the moment, so go for a blouse in a striking colour, and pair it with a solid-coloured saree to really make a serious stylish statement this spring!

Model: Mysha Rahman

Styling and Fashion Direction: Sonia Yeasmin Isha

Wardrobe: Shahrukh Amin

Makeover: Mehedi Hasan Kajol