striking similarities between indian saree drapes & global couture

JEAN PAUL GAULTIER → NIVI SAREE DRAPE

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yves saint laurent → bengali draping style

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CHANEL → GUJARATI SEEDHA PALLU

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JEAN PAUL GAULTIER → OVERHEAD PALLU LOOK

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JOHN GALLIANO (DIOR ERA) → MAHARASHTRIAN NAUVARI DRAPE

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DOLCE & GABBANA → LEHENGA-SAREE HYBRID

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JEAN PAUL GAULTIER → OVERHEAD PALLU LOOK

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