Fashion in Bollywood has been known to be a trendsetter for decades now. For us millennials and the older generations, it is safe to say that most of our inspiration came from iconic movie characters and what they wore. From hairstyles to saree drapes to scandalous crop tops— Bollywood continues to be the source of inspiration when it comes to fashion. Here’s a look back at the 8 of the most iconic Bollywood looks you can recreate.
8 Iconic Bollywood Looks We Recreated To Induce Millennial Nostalgia
Kareen Kapoor as Poo in 'Kabhi Khushi Kabhi Gham'
"Good looks, good looks, and good looks!" apart from Poo declaring her criteria on who she'll go to prom with, this is also what we saw throughout the movie, from the trendsetter yellow sunglasses, statement chokers, the neutral sharara, to the red crop top and leather pants. Poo's fashion was a lot of "it's backless" to outright iconic. You can get her prom look here:
H&M - Shiny Red Crop Top
₹1999
Free People - Faux Leather Pants
₹11399
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Sonam Kapoor as Aisha in 'Aisha'
Safe to say, Sonam Kapoor was pretty much born a fashionista! Her sense of style, her looks, and how she carries herself all exude grace and elegance with impeccable fashion taste. Her character in 'Aisha' was the closest she came to how she actually decides to dress up IRL. Out of all her looks in the movie, we love this co-ord one the best! And since co-ords are in fashion, we thought you might as well re-create it.
ONLY - Green Tweed Check Co-Ord
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Kajol as Anjali in 'Kuch Kuch Hota Hai'
We all collectively shed a tear for poor Anjali when she tried to woo the love of her life by copying the new girl in town's style and looks. And yes, while she might have failed back then with that disaster neon pink set, we couldn't help but wonder how bomb something inspired by that will look now, with bright pinks and power suits being back in fashion!
Kotty - Pink Blazer
₹1999
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FableStreet- Pink Skirt
₹1995
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Sushmita Sen as Ms. Chandni in 'Main Hoon Na'
It wasn't just SRK who heard the violins and felt a cold soft breeze across his face every time he spotted Ms. Chandni — we felt it too! Sushmita Sen brought back chiffon sarees with a bang thanks to her iconic looks in 'Main Hoon Na' as Ms. Chandni. The floral, sleeves-less, halter-neck blouses only added to the charm, setting a trend that had a strong hold post 2004.
Swtantra - Red Chiffon Saree
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Apaapi Thread - Red Chiffon Saree
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Kareena Kapoor as Geet in 'Jab We Met'
This movie's dialogue, songs, characters—everything lives rent-free in our minds. Another one of Kareena Kapoor's iconic characters, Geet, stole all our hearts with her simple Punjabi suits, kurti jeans, and flowy skirts. And hey! Let's not forget: She had corsets trending.
Marks & Spencer - Crepe Maxi A-line Skirt
₹3499
RSVP - White Cowl Neck Crop Top
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MIXT - Corset Belt
₹1295
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Deepika Padukone as Naina in 'Yeh Jawaani Hai Deewani'
From chasmish Naina to It Girl Naina, Deepika Padukone really has us in the first half of the movie. Yes, while we all might've seen the transformation coming (because that's literally every movie trope ever) we still loved it! Especially her look during the Badtameez Dil song. (You know exactly what I'm talking about). It's effortless and graceful and features a saree. What's not to love?
Swtantra - Midnight Blue Satin Saree
₹2799
Priyanka Chopra as Ayesha in 'Dil Dhadakne Do'
Zoya Akhtar films have a special place in our hearts. What we love about them is not only the characters, the plotlines, and the bougie lifestyles we can only wish to live, but we love how all her characters are so effortlessly fashionable! Each with their own style and looks. One we love is Priyanka Chopra as Ayesha in Dil Dhadakne Do, which is not only urban chic and super stylish but also easy to recreate.
RSVP - White Flowy Pants
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Iki Chic - Crop top
₹2399
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Okhai- Myaraa Raffia Hat
₹2460
Deepika Padukone as Piku in 'Piku'
Piku's character was not only bold, fearless, and at times very relatable, but also her fashion style was something that stood out. And not because it was over the top or fancy; it was just so simple and effortless. From easy kurta sets to totes (which we love), this character dressed like us, so we decided to take more inspiration from her!
Divena - Black Kurta
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House OF Kari - White Kurta
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Inkmilan - Brown Tote Bag
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In the comments tell us which iconic character's look you'd love to re-create and we'll help!
