Samantha Ruth Prabhu Pre-draped Saree. (Image: Instagram) Festive season usually means a lot of dressing up and very little time. Anyone who has fought with pleats and safety pins minutes before a puja or a family dinner knows the feeling. That is why pre-draped sarees are so popular right now, and Samantha's latest look shows how good they can be. Her outfit is from Seeaash, in sage green. The fabric is satin organza, which is light but has a gentle shine to it. In the photos, the light slides over every fold, so the colour looks a little different from each angle. It is a calm shade that works for daytime celebrations and early evening events as well. The set has three pieces. The first is an asymmetrical top, cut loose and flowing, almost like a kaftan. The sleeves are open at the sides, and tiny pearls and coloured stones hang along the edges. They sway when she moves, and you can see them clearly in the full-length shot. It is a small detail, but it does the job of an embroidered blouse without making the outfit heavy. The second piece is a pair of flowy harem pants. There is no petticoat and no tucking, just a relaxed bottom that falls in soft folds. The third is the draped palla. It is stitched to sit over one shoulder, with neat pleats near the shoulder and a wide fall in front. So basically, you get the look of a saree without the effort of draping one. The brand says you can style the set two ways: With the drape for a fuller festive feel or without it for something lighter. Also Read: Milan Fashion Week: The Runway Trends Set To Define Spring/Summer Season In 2027 Samantha keeps the accessories simple. An emerald-green necklace with white stones that sit close to the neckline and stands out against the pale green. Small stone studs and thin gold bangles complete the look. Nothing competes with the outfit. Her hair is open in loose waves, and her makeup is soft, with defined brows, warm eyes and glossy nude lips. The grey-green textured backdrop matches the outfit, so the whole frame feels calm and put together. If green is not your colour, the same shape works well in blush, ivory or dusty blue. For jewellery, jhumkas and a small potli bag would fit this style nicely, or choose a bold neckline piece like Samantha's and keep everything else light. Senior Copy Editor at Times Network, Akanksha Arora covers Lifestyle, Culture and everything that falls under its big umbrella. When not writing, she ... View More