MUMBAI: Bollywood celebrities are bringing renewed attention to traditional Indian clothing through richly detailed sarees, embroidered lehengas and contemporary ethnic ensembles. Recent fashion appearances by Rashmika Mandanna, Aditi Rao Hydari, Kriti Sanon and Jacqueline Fernandez highlight different ways to combine traditional craftsmanship with modern styling.
Rashmika Mandanna chose a chocolate-brown saree featuring a golden zari border and sequin detailing. She paired it with a heavily embroidered gold blouse, statement earrings and bangles. The understated drape allowed the saree’s colour and embellishments to remain the focus.
Aditi Rao Hydari opted for a black lehenga decorated with gold motifs. Her outfit featured an intricately embroidered zardozi dupatta with decorative tassels, complemented by a simple blouse and emerald drop earrings. A neatly styled low bun completed the look.
Kriti Sanon took a more experimental approach, pairing a bronze-gold short kurti with purple trousers and a Patola-print dupatta. Mirror embellishments, cowrie-shell fringes and colourful jewellery added a bohemian element to the ensemble.
Jacqueline Fernandez presented a softer aesthetic in a light-coloured outfit, demonstrating another approach to ethnic dressing through delicate colours and styling.
Together, the looks illustrate the range of options available in contemporary Indian fashion. Traditional textiles, zari work, zardozi embroidery and regional prints continue to provide distinctive details, while modern silhouettes and accessories allow wearers to adapt them for different occasions.
The styling also shows that ethnic fashion need not rely on a single formula. A saree can create an elegant statement through its drape and border, while a lehenga can balance elaborate embroidery with restrained accessories. Separates such as kurtis and trousers offer another option for those seeking a less conventional combination.
For readers looking for festive or occasion-wear inspiration, the key takeaway is the balance between craftsmanship and personal styling. Rich embroidery can be paired with simpler accessories, while colourful prints can be combined with contemporary silhouettes.
These celebrity looks demonstrate how traditional Indian clothing continues to evolve while retaining the textile details and craftsmanship that give it its distinctive character.
