FASHION

Just as history repeats itself, the fashion wheel also takes a spin and leaves back some trends each time. With retro fashion being the most evolved one, there are some styles that are making a comeback. These fashion styles go back to the 60s’, 70s’, and 80s’! As the fashion comeback is setting in, here are some trends that you should check out. - By Peram Srija Reddy

Gharara Gharara/Sharara was usually spotted on the iconic actress –Meena Kumari. She wore them in hit movies like Pakeeza and Bahu Begum. Nowadays, Sara Ali Khan, Alia Bhatt, and Deepika Padukone are bringing them back into the spotlight. Gharara - Meena Kumari Gharara - Malaika Arora

Bell Bottom - Kritin Sanon

Bell Bottom - Zeenat Aman

Bell Bottoms Bell Bottom pants were a raging trend back in the 70s’ & 80s’ just as they are now. Zeenat Aman, Parveen Babi or Hema Malini were some of the pioneers who brought these to our wardrobe. Nowadays we spot almost every actress flaunting them with style.

Jumpsuits The rebellious bold ladies of the then era brought a hint of the western culture with jumpsuits. We all still remember Zeenat Aman in the gorgeous white jumpsuit in the song ‘Chura Liya’, don’t we? This retro fashion of jumpsuit is currently a staple of our wardrobes! Jumpsuit - Samantha Jumpsuit - Zeenat Aman

Anarkali The first time we saw a floor-length Anarkali was in ‘Mughale-Azam’ worn by Madhubala. Later followed in yet another iconic movie – ‘Umrao Jaan’. This changed the course of fashion and is still one of the most popular fashion styles even today! Anarkali - Raashi Khanna Anarkali - Madhubala

High Neck Blouse - Tamannah

High Neck Blouse - Waheeda Rehman

High neck Blouses Almost through the 70s’ era, every actress wore a high neck blouse. And look how it’s back in the trend and ruling! Then the trend faded away as ladies experimented with halter necks, deep neck blouses, etc.

Kurta – Chudidaar A well-fitted kurta with straight pants or chudidaar took the fashion world with a storm! Actresses wore this figure-hugging outfit to highlight their curves in this simplest way. Actresses like Sadhana, Asha Parekh, and, Vyjayanthimala wore them in their iconic movies.

Kurta Chudidaar By Rishitha Kurta Chudidaar - Sadhana Kurta Chudidaar - Rakul Preet Singh

Brasso Saree - Sruthi Hassan Brasso Saree - Sri Devi

Brasso Saree Everyone knows that actress Sri Devi is a trend setter. Her yellow brasso saree was well known by everyone. Now, the same brasso saree is making a comeback.

Chiffon Saree - Rekha Chiffon Saree - Anushka Sharma

Chiffon saree with big floral print Chiffon saree is known as comfort saree which is light-weight. There are various prints in chiffon saree but the big floral print was a hit. And now, again the same big floral print is coming back to us.

Frock – model Kurta At the time of Rajesh Kanna, Frock – model Kurta was so famous but then it became straight slit kurta. Now, again everyone is opting for Frock – model kurta by ditching the plain sherwani.

Frock Model Kurta - Ranveer Singh Frock Model Kurta - Rajesh Khanna

Suspenders A short lesson in looking dapper boys, pull of suspenders. Because they sort of remind you of these rustic men, with class. So maybe, you can try it. Suspenders - Anil Kapoor

T-shirt on Shirt This model was so classic, this gives a cute boy look and also keeps you warm. This style was pulled by your fav actors and you can also pull it off.

T-shirt on shirt T-shirt on shirt

Here are few opinions of our lovely people on retro fashion making a comeback

‘Some fashion trends are so relatable and nostalgic that you can pick it up from where you left. Yes, some of the 80’s & 90’s fashion trends are slowly making a comeback in a big way. It’s obvious that everyone likes to build a wardrobe that is trendy and stylish. My favourite fashion comebacks that can completely change your style statement are Suspenders’ Bandana and Overalls.’ Shashank Reddy Ponnala, Lifestyle Blogger

‘Fashion works in cycles according to me, they come and go. I keep ensuring that my mum doesn’t discard her old clothes because I’m sure they will come back to use to me. Currently I’m loving the frenzy of wide legged pants and have shifted from high rise jeans and the like and have been stocking up on bell bottoms and widelegged pants whenever I go shopping!’ Arunima Suresh, Technical Recruiter at Uber

‘When it comes to fashion and especially 80’s-90’s they are making a comeback in a really stylish way one could think of. I mean Neetu Kapoor’s bell bottoms and blouseswho knew it would make a comeback as jumpsuits and will become my favourite. I styled myself with this subtle and sexy bell bottom and big pink glasses which completes that 90’s comeback and will make you fall in love.’ Swetha Tripathi, HR