12 fashion trends that were inspired by Bollywood films
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Last updated on - Mar 27, 2018, 10:37 IST01/13Take a look at some of the most iconic movies that brought in a new style trend with them
Fashion keeps on evolving every time which is the most beautiful part. Here is never a dull moment, no room for boredom to sneak in. It is the color that fills our otherwise black and white life. For decades Bollywood has been a sensational fashion and style inspiration and there are certain films that have created massive fashion trends, of which some are still followed. Bollywood has a similar effect. It is not even surprising that Bollywood and fashion go hand-in-hand. So here some of the trends which were started by Bollywood films.
02/13Anarkali suits from Mughal-E-Azam
Thanks to 'Mughal-e-Azam' film for bringing the trend of anarkali suits, this trend is followed even today. The magical Anarkali suits had become a fashion trend for life. Madhubala sported the royal Anarkali suit look in the film and looked nothing less than a classic diva. And since then Anarkali suits have been reserved for a wedding, festivals, and celebrations.
03/13Bell Bottom Pants from Hare Rama Hare Krishna
It was 'Hare Rama Hare Krishna' movie that made bell bottoms or flared pants way too popular in the 70s. It then became the major fashion staple of the youth. There were also denim bell bottom pants which were made later. The trend went for decades and still, you can see people fond of the fashionable bell bottom pants
04/13Swimsuit from Evening In Paris
Sharmila Tagore took a million bucks in the blue swimsuit in the film. She bold yet stunning in the swimsuit. The blue swimsuit and the toned body revolutionized cinema forever. Everyone appreciated her for the bold role and to wear a bikini on the silver screen. This trend has now been set forever and people are just loving the whole look of Sharmila Tagore.
05/13Churidar from Waqt
It was the yesteryear actress Sadhana who had started the trend of figure-hugging churidar in the film Waqt. The look was big-time popular in the 60s, especially in the younger generation. The success of figure-hugging churidar made almost every actress such as Asha Parekh, Mumtaz, Vyjayanthimala and many others try the look and flaunt their curvaceous figures. The trend is still there it never faded.
06/13Polka dots from Bobby
Back in the 70s, there wasn’t much of skin show, but when Dimple Kapadia made an entry in stunning polka dots blouse and mini skirt, it became a rage. The fans across the nation loved the look and polka dots entered the mainstream fashion. It gives a complete retro vibe and still is in trend. Even in 'Once Upon A Time In Mumbaai' Prachi Desai wore a similar polka dots blouse and mini skirt.
07/13Mumtaz saree from Brahmachari
It was in the film 'Brahmchari', Mumtaz transformed the saree and brought it to a whole new saree look. The iconic new style of draping saree in “Aaj kal tere mere naam” song became a sensational hit and the girls back then were and till date are totally in love with it. The saree easily flaunted the curves and created a mark in the fashion industry. Various actresses such as Priyanka Chopra, Deepika Padukone, Kangana Ranaut have been seen donning this style with ease.
08/13Shimmer gowns from Shaan
It was in the song 'Pyaar karne wale' from 'Shaan' actress Pravin Babi had introduced the shimmer gowns. Parveen Babi had created a magical moment by donning the shimmery sequined gown that became an instant hit. The deep plunging neckline, long flowing gowns defined Parveen Babi’s personality and became a huge fashion trend in high-end parties, discos.
09/13Chiffon Saree from Mr. India
We all are still in love with the song 'Kaate Nahi Katte' from 'Mr. India'. In the 80s the trend of chiffon saree was at the peak and the credit goes to Sridevi, who flaunted her sensual curves in a blue chiffon saree for the song 'Kaate nahi katte' from the film Mr.India. She brought an extraordinary factor in the plain saree and the whole nation went gaga over her glamorous style. The plain saree trend is still popular in the Bollywood and you can see them in all romantic films.
10/13Denim shirt from Rangeela
Actress Urmila Matondkar has returned to the silver screen with a special number 'Bewafa Beauty' from the film 'Blackmail'. The actress became an inspiration for the 90s college going girls. She brought the trend of denim shirt that gave sporty vibes and could be paired with colored pants, denim, skirts. Denim shirts are still popular and a big hit among the younger crowd.