Bollywood belles love their traditional weaves and have opted for them on multiple occasion. So, on National Handloom Day we take a look back at the times they wore Indian sarees!
The leading ladies of Bollywood have always been a fan of sarees but when it comes to picking the right one, they are often opting for some of the most traditional wonders. They're often going 'Vocal for Local' as they select their desi Indian sarees and support artisans who create these handwoven numbers. So on the occasion of National Handloom Day, we're looking back at the time when traditional weaves became their go-to.
Kangana Ranaut is one of the biggest advocates of traditional weaves and this INR 600 saree is enough proof. She chose the local weave from a marketplace in Kolkata and made sure to shed light on its local craftsmanship.
Deepika Padukone often sticks to her South Indian roots and opts for classic Kanjeevaram pieces. The silk creations are definitely one of her favourites as she is seen wearing them at multiple occasions.
When we talk about Indian handloom saree, it's very difficult to miss Rekha who is one of the best people to go-to for inspiration in this matter!
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Shraddha Kapoor channelled her inner Maharashtrian girl as she took to her mom's closet to find this gorgeous Paithani for Diwali a few years ago. She wore it with traditional gold jewellery and kohl-rimmed eyes. We're quite a fan!
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Lastly, we have Priyanka Chopra Jonas on the list who wore a bright blue Banarasi silk saree by Ekaya X Masaba and turned quite a lot of heads.
We are quite the fans of how celebrities have often resorted to local handloom wonders to create a statement and this is what Handloom Day stands for!
Fashion Faceoff: Alia Bhatt, Sara Ali Khan or Kareena Kapoor: Who wore the Raw Mango silk suit better? VOTE
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First up, we have Alia Bhatt whose look almost got missed but here we are. The actress wore the gorgeous pastel pink kurta set for the promotions of Raazi a few years ago. The long A-line kurta was paired with a cropped straight cut pant in the same cloth. A pair of matching heels and statement silver earring perfectly accessorised the look. Ms Bhatt then pulled her hair back in a sleek ponytail while glowy makeup made for a flawless glam.
Next, we have both Sara Ali Khan and Kareena Kapoor Khan who chose for the similar kurta set by Raw Mango but switched things up with its darker colour palette. Sara on one hand chose for a blue and gold number while Kareena kept thing desi in red and gold. Bebo made quite the statement with her signature kohl-clad makeup with a sleek bun while the Pataudi princess let her hair down and her kohl-rimmed eyes do the magic. Mojadis completed their look to perfection.
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