9 Types Of Dupattas A Desi Girl Needs To Have In Her Wardrobe (And How To Wear Them!)

Back in the day women used to wear dupattas as a symbol of modesty, but now it’s one of the many items we put on to express our own unique style. A dupatta (also known as ‘odni’, ‘chunni’, or ‘chunari’) is a huge scarf type of thing that can be draped around you in a number of ways. It can also hang freely from your shoulders, revealing the gorgeous embroidery or print. There are as many types of dupattas as there are sarees, but we’ve gathered 9 of the most beautiful ones with styling tips on how to wear them. Enjoy!

Chanderi Silk Dupatta

The simple and elegant Chanderi dupatta comes from a town with the same name in the state of Madhya Pradesh. These dupattas are among the most elegant and exquisite pieces of clothing a woman can wear and will look great with dresses made of tussari silk, cotton, linen, or zari. Best to wear for festive occasions.

Phulkari Dupatta

From Punjab comes the intricately designed Phulkari dupatta that is all about gorgeous embroidery and attention-grabbing floral patterns. Wear with a simple outfit of muted colours to let this dupatta truly stand out.

Banarasi Silk Dupatta

Every Desi girl needs a Banarasi silk dupatta in her wardrobe because it’s the very definition of chic. If you want to glam up your salwar kameez – this is the way to do it! You can also pair it with a long Anarkali dress for a truly stunning effect. Sarees and dupattas made in Banaras have always been popular among Royalty!