Genelia D'Souza in 22k sooti saree shows how to style a traditional look

By Krishna Priya Pallavi, Delhi
Published on Nov 08, 2021 03:49 pm IST

Genelia D'Souza shows us how to style a traditional look in a bespoke lime sooti saree she wore for a recent photoshoot. The drape is worth ₹22k.

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Indian actor Genelia D'Souza, who is married to Riteish Deshmukh, has earned the title of a fashionista in the past couple of months. She has been sharing back-to-back pictures of herself wearing breathtaking ensembles, and each look of hers has been a vision to behold. Be it wearing an ethnic attire or a sizzling contemporary number, Genelia has proved she can do both and more. Her latest photoshoot is evidence enough.(Instagram/@who_wore_what_when) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Nov 08, 2021 03:49 pm IST

Indian actor Genelia D'Souza, who is married to Riteish Deshmukh, has earned the title of a fashionista in the past couple of months. She has been sharing back-to-back pictures of herself wearing breathtaking ensembles, and each look of hers has been a vision to behold. Be it wearing an ethnic attire or a sizzling contemporary number, Genelia has proved she can do both and more. Her latest photoshoot is evidence enough.(Instagram/@who_wore_what_when)

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On Monday, the actor's stylists took to their Instagram page - Who Wore What When - to post pictures of Genelia wearing an elegant lime Sooti saree. The star looked absolutely elegant in the simple yet elegant number adorned with jamdani motifs all over and tassels on the pallu.(Instagram/@who_wore_what_when) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Nov 08, 2021 03:49 pm IST

On Monday, the actor's stylists took to their Instagram page - Who Wore What When - to post pictures of Genelia wearing an elegant lime Sooti saree. The star looked absolutely elegant in the simple yet elegant number adorned with jamdani motifs all over and tassels on the pallu.(Instagram/@who_wore_what_when)

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The lime-hued saree is from the shelves of the clothing label Raw Mango. It comes highlighted with opaque, simplified jamdani motifs, creating a light and shadow effect in the semi-sheer textile. The borders of the six yards featured piping in contrasting brown shade. Genelia draped it in a traditional style. (Instagram/@who_wore_what_when) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Nov 08, 2021 03:49 pm IST

The lime-hued saree is from the shelves of the clothing label Raw Mango. It comes highlighted with opaque, simplified jamdani motifs, creating a light and shadow effect in the semi-sheer textile. The borders of the six yards featured piping in contrasting brown shade. Genelia draped it in a traditional style. (Instagram/@who_wore_what_when)

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Apart from rocking the cotton six yards impeccably, Genelia also wore a unique blouse with the saree. She teamed it with a Mandarin collar shirt in pristine white shade. It featured long billowy sleeves with gathered cuffs and a button-down front.(Instagram/@who_wore_what_when) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Nov 08, 2021 03:49 pm IST

Apart from rocking the cotton six yards impeccably, Genelia also wore a unique blouse with the saree. She teamed it with a Mandarin collar shirt in pristine white shade. It featured long billowy sleeves with gathered cuffs and a button-down front.(Instagram/@who_wore_what_when)

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If you wish to add the cotton saree to your collection, we have found the details for you. The six yards is available on the Raw Mango website and is worth <span class='webrupee'>₹</span>22,500.(rawmango.com) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Nov 08, 2021 03:49 pm IST

If you wish to add the cotton saree to your collection, we have found the details for you. The six yards is available on the Raw Mango website and is worth 22,500.(rawmango.com)

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Genelia opted for gold patterned pointed sandals, statement puzzle-shaped bronze earrings, and a swirled silver ring to accessorise the drape. She left her long locks open in a side parting and styled them in a sleek pulled-back look.(Instagram/@who_wore_what_when) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Nov 08, 2021 03:49 pm IST

Genelia opted for gold patterned pointed sandals, statement puzzle-shaped bronze earrings, and a swirled silver ring to accessorise the drape. She left her long locks open in a side parting and styled them in a sleek pulled-back look.(Instagram/@who_wore_what_when)

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In the end, smoky brown eye shadow, mauve lip shade, mascara-adorned lashes, glowing skin, blushed cheeks, and filled-in eyebrows rounded off Genelia's beauty picks with the traditional look.(Instagram/@who_wore_what_when) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Nov 08, 2021 03:49 pm IST

In the end, smoky brown eye shadow, mauve lip shade, mascara-adorned lashes, glowing skin, blushed cheeks, and filled-in eyebrows rounded off Genelia's beauty picks with the traditional look.(Instagram/@who_wore_what_when)

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    ABOUT THE AUTHOR
    Krishna Pallavi Priya

    Krishna Priya Pallavi is a journalist with over 9 years of experience, covering health, fashion, pop culture, travel, wellness, entertainment, festivals, mental health, art, decor, fitness, and sex and relationships. She is an alumna of the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC), Dhenkanal, and holds an undergraduate degree in Journalism and Mass Communication from Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi. Her strong academic foundation informs her analytical and detail-oriented approach to storytelling, helping her uncover stories where none seem to exist. Before joining Hindustan Times, Pallavi worked with some of India’s leading media organisations. She spent close to three years at India Today, where she honed her newsroom skills and developed a sharp editorial sensibility. She also worked for over a year and a half at Vagabomb, ScoopWhoop’s feminist digital platform, where she explored stories through a gender-sensitive, socially aware lens. Pallavi has a deep interest in global fashion trends and international fashion seasons, and enjoys interviewing celebrities and tracking pop culture movements—interests that frequently translate into engaging, reader-friendly stories. Alongside lifestyle and entertainment, she has a keen eye for impactful health and wellness journalism, regularly interacting with doctors, designers, and digital content creators to bring nuance and credibility to her work. Born and raised in Haryana, Pallavi remains deeply connected to her ancestral roots in Odisha. Her ability to spot fresh angles brings curiosity and depth to stories she pursues. When not chasing deadlines, she enjoys spending time with her dog, planning her next vacation, reading, running new trails, and discovering new destinations.

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