Pink Is The New Black For Celebs This Season

From Hillary Clinton’s first ever official press conference in 1994 that came to be known as ‘pretty-in-pink press conference’ where she famously wore prim-rose coloured sweater ensemble to Sampat Pal Devi who founded Bundelkhand’s Gulabi Gang and chose pink saris to signal her battle cry, pink has yielded a social connotation for many at different times and desperate situations.

Shrouded in stereotypes for being ‘too feminine’ in the past, the colour has graduated to become an insignia of those attuned to latest fashion trends.  In the 1900’s the iconic Elsa Schiaparelli created her own stronger toned pink, which came to be known as ‘Schiaparelli pink’. Flash forward a few decades, to 90’s, pinks allure still held strong among fashion savants.  Chanel’s oversized logoed pink tracksuit worn by Claudia Schiffer,  Kate Moss clad in a pink, fur, double-breasted Versace jacket with a micro and Laetitia Casta in a pink YSL swimsuit train are just a few fashion references which pose for a strong narrative depicting fashion’s love affair with pink.  

Lately pink has been further been bifurcated and tones such as millennial pink, pop pink and bubblegum pink have made their way into our fashion vocabulary.  With Rihanna’s Fenty, Demna Gvasalia’s s Balenciaga, Oscar De La Renta to Tom Ford’s flirty power suits, we have seen pink once again making it huge on the runway last season.

Indian fashion also is not lagging behind. With couturiers such as Tarun Tahiliani, JJ Valaya, Rahul Mishra and Rohit Bal infusing pink as a part of their work scape, in their own playful ways, the colour has certainly gone through an image makeover. And to further seal its status Bollywood has also gone out and loud with pink. Want proof?  Sonam Kapoor’s Dubai outing in a three-piece Rosie Assoulin ensemble, Shilpa Shetty's understated Jayanti Reddy pink, ruffled saree, Dia Mirza’s layered Pero summer frock are just a few that are making it in our fashion radar.

So just in case you also want to try your hands on pink, here are a few celebrity-approved ways to experiment with it.

Sonam Kapoor Approved Blazer And A Skirt

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Next time if you want to slip into a transitional workwear ensemble which is a no-brainer for a post office after party, think a skirt and a blazer. All you need to do is carry a separate top and pair it your skirt when heading out. This pink Rajesh Pratap Singh ensemble is surely making it strong in our summer style wheel.

Shilpa Shetty Approved Summer Soirée Look

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We all are versed with her love for sarees and why go back when you go the Indian way. The lanky star was recently seen in a pink ruffled Jayanti Reddy saree at an event in Mumbai. Now, for those of you who plan to do something light and breezy, this is the look.

Dia Mirza’s Lazy Girl Summer Look

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One might be acquainted of seeing Dia in decadent sarees or ethereal ethnic ensembles but at times taking a detour is good. Dia did the same by picking up this pink, double layered Pero ensemble for a summer outing. For those of you who are intimidated when it comes to wearing anything short, you can layer it with a lightweight outer layer. Dia is giving you enough cues.

Disha Patani’s Summer-Mehendi Look

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A Punjabi suit, though might not evoke a sense of excitement, Disha’s version will. Get over those anarkalis for a while and pick up something flirty and light. This Arpita Mehta blush pink Patiala salwar and kurta paired together are doing it for us.

Anushka Sharma’s Luxurious Bohemian Vibe

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Her strong and impressive choices have always piqued the interest of fashion aficionados. Reason? The lately elusive, recently hitched star believes in picking strong pieces. This floor length pink Pantine, the flared number is everything. Perfect for a summer wedding, this is not meant for the faint of heart.

Patralekhaa’s Pink Power Play

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If you are a woman who is on the go 24x7, then maybe infusing a bit of colour in your wardrobe is a great idea. Get over those blacks, blues, and whites and pick up something in pink. A striped pink suit, though might sound a bit intimidating but if styled the right way, can transform your office day look. Take lessons from Patralekhaa who is pairing a Bershka, slouchy blazer with cigarette trousers. That’s how you do it.