Fashion Freeze

Bollywood and fashion go hand-in-hand (even if Vidya Balan refuses to agree!). From the bright orange dhak-dhak choli to the chaste ivory Chandni dress, every actress is fashion conscious. And apart from rat-racing for the No 1 heroine spot, they are all quietly competing for No 1 fashionista position.

Madhuri, Sri Devi, Juhi Chawla and Karishma Kapoor ruled the roost till 2000. Apart from making headlines for their acting prowess, they also made style statements with their scintillating saris and salwars.

But the trend has changed this decade. It’s all about velvet gowns, short skirts, hot pants and skinny jeans. So which of the current ruling actress makes the best style statement? And who is their designer? Let’s take a look.

Actress: Kareena Kapoor
Designer: Manish Malhotra

From her sexy Sarah Jessica Parker look in Kambakth Ishq to raunchy Pretty Woman look in Chameli, Manish Malhotra can mould her perfectly into the character she is playing on screen.

iDiva recommends: Although she looks stunning in Manish’s heavily embellished saris, she should also try Narendra Kumar’s blousons and jackets, it will add a dash of funkiness to her already abundant diva…ness.

Actress: Priyanka Chopra
Designer: Swapnil Shinde

If you’ve seen your jaw dropping at the sight of Priyanka in a pastel gown or a golden dress, she has a lot to thank Swapnil for. And the vice versa holds for Swapnil as well. Because, according to him, even Priyanka’s hair cut inspires him!

iDiva recommends: She has already showed off her fashionable streak with Dostana, Pyaar Impossible and Fashion; but its time she tried something quirky rather than playing safe. We recommend Lina Tipnis’s organza shrugs and pleated skirts.

Actress: Vidya Balan
Designer: Sabyasachi Mukerji
After her fashion fiasco in Heyy Baby, she decided to dump Manish Malhotra for good. Wise decision, we must say. Her alliance with Sabyasachi has made her look in her element like never before.

iDiva recommends: Nobody expresses Indian aesthetics like Sabyasachi does. But she should also try Gayatri Khanna’s georgettes and satins. It will suit her voluptuous silhouette.
Actress: Katrina Kaif
Designer: Rocky S

Whether in a satin saree or a micro mini, Katrina looks drop dead gorgeous in anything and everything. Giver her a khadi sack and she’ll make that also look like a million bucks, we bet. So Rocky S is lucky in a way to have Katrina.

iDiva recommends: She should give Falguni and Shane Peacock a shot. With her youthfulness and their quirkiness, they’ll make a helluva team.

Actress: Deepika Padukone
Designer: Tarun Tahilliani

A tall actress and an elitist designer – lethal combo. Deepika has a face of an innocent child and a body of a sultry model, and given the experience of Tarun in this industry; together they set the fashion world on fire.

iDiva recommends: Known for her fashion statements and youthful style sense, Deepika is an icon for lot of teenagers. But she should also try Manish Arora. His zany designs will blend well with her age and her roles.

Who is your favourite designer for Bollywood Inc? Which designer should style which Bollywood celebrity? Leave us a comment and let us know.