So I’ve worn a few saris in my life. Although my father always refers to them as “the most elegant dress in the world” let me just say that they are surprisingly tough to pull off. Most of the traditional saris worn by actual Indian women will be made of either cotton or a thick silk (that’s usually been treated with something). As saris made their way to the Western world, more fabric choices came around, including what I can only guess was a light, gauzy silk chiffon that Elizabeth Hurley wore last night at a London gala (with husband Arun Nayar).

The problem with Liz’s outfit (and saris in general)? Most women who rock the sari put something under it, for two reasons. First, wardrobe malfunctions happen all the time in saris. There’s nothing holding that piece of fabric across your boobs but a humble prayer to Vishnu. Second reason: Because most women who rock the sari don’t want to dress like wh-res. Like Liz. The overwhelming majority of sari-wearing women put something under it, like a quarter-sleeve top, a tank top, or what I can only describe as a special Indian tube top. Most women don’t want to flash their nips in traditional garb. Most women are not Elizabeth Hurley.