Bandhani Beyond Dupatta: Alia Bhatt To Kareena Kapoor, 5 Ways Bollywood Stars Are Wearing This Traditional Print

Who said that bandhani is only for dupatta? This traditional print from the heritage of Rajasthan and Gujarat has been dominating the ethnic fashion market due to its beautiful and regal look. Your favourite stars Alia Bhatt and Kareena Kapoor are also not behind the bandhani trend and have styled it in different yet regal way. 

How Bollywood Stars Have Styled Bandhani 

From sarees to comfortable suits, here are some ways in which you can style bandhani print. 

1. Alia Bhatt's Purple Bandhani Lehenga

Alia broke the internet after she wore this beautiful purple lehenga with bandhani print on Diwali. Designed by Sabyasachi, this lehenga became the ultimate fashion goal if you want to

 

 

 

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experiment with bandhani.

2. Kareena Kapoor's Regal Red Bandhani Suit

For her appearance at The Great Kapil Show, the actress made heads turn in a sindoor red bandhani suit, featuring a long-line kurta and wide-legged farshi salwar. The suit is embroidered with gold zardozi, gota patti, and delicate mirrorwork.

 

 

 

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3. Ananya Panday in Bandhani Suit

Ananya Panday’s beautiful bandhani three-piece set has blended western and modern elements. This ensemble by Arpita Mehta is a perfect example of that, as it blends vibrant yellow bandhani fabric with pants instead of a ghagra. She paired the outfit with statement gold-toned oversized jhumkas and stacked bangles and kept her overall makeup look simple yet fresh.

 

 

 

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4. Deepika Padukone in a Classic Yet Festive Bandhani Saree

Deepika Padukone stunned in a beautiful purple saree for a wedding, while pairing it with a heavily embroidered blouse that is giving regal look. She paired the saree with a choker and heavy stud earrings. You can easily recreate this look, as bandhani sarees are available too.

 

 

 

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5. Simple Bandhani Suit With Oxidised Jhumkas

The colour deep blue for bandhani print will always stand out and Janhvi Kapoor's look is proof of that. This simple suit can be accessorised with oxidised jewellery.

 

 

 

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Next time you want to ethnic outfit in bandhani print, take inspiration from these Bollywood divas, who have shown perfect ways to style it. Bookmark these outfits for the next wedding you will attend or the festival you will celebrate. 
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