5 Stylish Ways to Wear a Stole or Dupatta

A stole or dupatta is one of the most versatile accessories in an Indian wardrobe — and far too many end up draped in the same way day after day. Whether you have a hand block printed Ajrakh cotton stole, a luxurious silk dupatta, or a lightweight rayon scarf, here are five fresh ways to style it.

1. The Classic Shoulder Drape

The most timeless way to wear a stole. Simply drape it over one or both shoulders and let it fall naturally at your sides. This works beautifully with kurtas, anarkalis and even formal western outfits. For an Ajrakh stole, let the tassel ends show — they add a graceful finishing touch.

2. The Belted Wrap

Fold your stole lengthwise, wrap it around your waist over a kurta or western top, and secure it with a thin belt. This creates a chic indo-western look that works for day outings and casual festive occasions alike.

3. The Waterfall Loop

Fold the stole in half lengthwise, loop it around your neck, and pull both ends through the loop. Adjust so the loop sits at the front with the ends falling freely beneath. This works especially well with longer stoles of 200 cm or more — like our 55x210 cm Ajrakh stoles.

4. The Head Wrap

A lightweight cotton or silk stole makes a beautiful head wrap or bandana. Fold it into a band, wrap it around your head and tie at the back, or twist it into a turban-style wrap. A great solution for a bad hair day — and a beautiful one.

5. The Saree-Style Drape

For festive occasions, drape a long stole like a simplified saree pallu — over one shoulder, across the body and pinned at the hip. The hand block print of an Ajrakh stole looks stunning in this style, especially in navy blue or deep maroon.

Whichever way you choose to wear it, a handcrafted Indian stole is more than an accessory — it's a piece of heritage you carry with you. Browse our full collection of cotton stoles and dupattas.