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Bollywood beauties may have little option when it comes to donning transparent saris, cleavage revealing blouses and bikini tops with belly showing bottoms on-screen.
But when it is about making that off-screen style statement, every actress worth her salt in the industry knows that a single wardrobe mistake could make them the joke of the entire town and bar their names from lists of style icons for the next few years.
And while there are some names who continue to be in the news for their wardrobe malfunctions, there are some stars whose names have become synonymous with their sense of style.
But when it is about making that off-screen style statement, every actress worth her salt in the industry knows that a single wardrobe mistake could make them the joke of the entire town and bar their names from lists of style icons for the next few years.
And while there are some names who continue to be in the news for their wardrobe malfunctions, there are some stars whose names have become synonymous with their sense of style.
Floral damsel
The contemporary Anglo-Indian actress of Hindi cinema, Katrina Kaif tops the list of stars who have individualistic yet classy dressing sense. Katrina's floral wardrobe is a pleasant change from the umpteen of PYTs (pretty young things) who claim to find comfort in tight-fitting jeans and body hugging tops.
Be it formal dos, television appearances, awards nights or even endorsement ads, Kats is one helluva charmer with her minimal dressing that's figure flattering without being outrageously revealing.
Katrina's pastel shaded wardrobe inspired by UK's penchant for milder palates is simply awe-inspiring at a time when her contemporaries believe in 'the jazzier, the better'!
The contemporary Anglo-Indian actress of Hindi cinema, Katrina Kaif tops the list of stars who have individualistic yet classy dressing sense. Katrina's floral wardrobe is a pleasant change from the umpteen of PYTs (pretty young things) who claim to find comfort in tight-fitting jeans and body hugging tops.
Be it formal dos, television appearances, awards nights or even endorsement ads, Kats is one helluva charmer with her minimal dressing that's figure flattering without being outrageously revealing.
Katrina's pastel shaded wardrobe inspired by UK's penchant for milder palates is simply awe-inspiring at a time when her contemporaries believe in 'the jazzier, the better'!
Chic Child Woman
The damsel who has found attention from fashion critics more for her hair style and wardrobe malfunction at an award ceremony, there's clearly more to Kangana Ranaut's style statement than her curly locks.
One of those rare Indian actresses who believe in less is more; Kangana's attitude towards accessories and jewellery in particular should inspire some of our so-called Indian beauties who often double up as diamond ambassadors.
That and a taste for rich evening gowns that have a tinge of Indianness attached to them transform Kangana into a fairy tale princess.
Epitome of Elegance
Yet another actress who believes in elegant dressing, Deepika Padukone is a complete stunner with her sense of style. Just a year in Bollywood and the model-turned-star has ensured that she stands out among the glitterati crowd with her choice of sheer solid colours that are a stark contrast to her dazzling danglers.
Be it designer gowns or denims, Deepika strikes a gorgeous picture with her super-confident frame balanced on a pair of sexy stilettos.
Add to that a sparkle of romance in the form of her super-hot beau Ranbir and you know nothing makes for a more envious style statement.
Divine Diva
The most globally-appealing Indian celeb, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's style needs no introduction.
Someone who started making trend statements at the young age of 19 as she went on to win the Miss India World crown donning a royal white evening gown with hand gloves that enhanced her appeal as a mysterious diva, Ash has maintained the charm even years down the line.
Be it arriving in a bright yellow and gold sari in a chariot at Cannes for the premiere of Devdas or making blonde heads turn with her bold necklines, Ash's aura remains unfazed courtesy her uncasual attitude towards her wardrobe.
The most globally-appealing Indian celeb, Aishwarya Rai Bachchan's style needs no introduction.
Someone who started making trend statements at the young age of 19 as she went on to win the Miss India World crown donning a royal white evening gown with hand gloves that enhanced her appeal as a mysterious diva, Ash has maintained the charm even years down the line.
Be it arriving in a bright yellow and gold sari in a chariot at Cannes for the premiere of Devdas or making blonde heads turn with her bold necklines, Ash's aura remains unfazed courtesy her uncasual attitude towards her wardrobe.
Slender seductress
The glam girl-next-door, Priyanka Chopra is one actress whose sexy sandals every other young girl wants to step into.
Smart, sassy, sexy and yet grounded in middle-class upbringing, hers is a style that can oft be seen being replicated by her fans. Gifted with a slender figure and in what could be called the industry's hottest asset, a pair of sexy tangdis, it is little surprising that Piggy Chops swears by silks and satins that stop right above her knees and at times when they don't, a long slit ensures enough eyeballs.
And as if that wasn't enough, a low neckline and cinched waist grasp everyone around in her magic.
Powering the pout
Considered to be the prettiest woman of substance, Preity Zinta has neither given in to satin saris nor floral power when it comes to drawing attention. Her style is instead influenced by corporate dressing that reached its peak during the IPL frenzy with business suits.
Over the years, power dressing for this effervescent star has become synonymous with warm colours like red, yellow and black.
Chic cuts, no-mystery arousing frills and a powerful red pout translate into a personality that commands attention to the point of arousing a sense of awe for the modern brigade of women who little need layers of silk to prove their beauty.
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