Kangana Ranaut Vogue January 2014
For us, Himachal-girl Kangana Ranaut is Bollywood’s true resident fashionista. We agree that she gets lost in a sea of Sonams and Deepikas sometimes, but there’s no arguing that this 26-year-old knows style. And if you’re still not convinced, consider this; she is one of the few actresses who dresses herself for her appearances, as opposed to slipping into what a stylist hands her. Refreshing and impressive, isn’t it?
What we love most about her style is how she is constantly experimenting with her looks; refusing to be put in a straitjacket. One day you’ll see her sitting front row at Burberry while another time she will be channeling a fierce Lady Gaga-esque look with the same effortless élan. She can sport a crop top and midi skirt with as much ease as a Sabyasachi stunner and therein lies her true sartorial victory. She is a style chameleon and that’s no act. So here’s your guide to making this it-girl’s style your own!
The one complaint we have with this curly -haired beauty is that we don’t often get to see her in Indian clothing. That’s changing, though, as she sets out to promote her new movie, Queen. Her spate of appearances in salwars and anarkalis, most often with a dash of pink, have us pacified (for now atleast)! Turn to our Ivory Salwar with Chikan Work for a similar feminine look.
Short skater numbers teamed with Dior bags are another favorite with this actress. It wouldn’t be a far stretch to say that this is Ranaut’s go-to outfit. And we don’t blame her — skater silhouettes do accentuate the waistline to create a flattering illusion. Our Light Olive Baby Doll Salwar by Kavita Bhartia is an easy way to incorporate this look into your traditional repertoire.
A look that’s become her trademark is the old Hollywood vintage ensembles she often puts together — complete with the red lips, soft curls (or an updo) and pearls. Some may argue that the look’s repetitiveness has become yawn-inducing, but we feel she does justice to it every single time! For an outfit that is reminiscent of this old-world charm, turn to our White Satin and Net Suit with Pearl Embroidery.
How can a string of Spring appearances be complete without a smattering of pastels, right? While Ranaut is no slave to fashion trends, she definitely knows which ones are worthy of trying on. If you too, are looking for a dose of blush tones, look no further than Luxemi’s Shimmer Georgette “Angel” Lehenga Saree.
We’d love to know what you think of Kangana Ranaut’s style. Tell us in the comment box below!
Praachi Raniwala for Luxemi
