Sridevi’s fashion legacy: A look back at her iconic style moments in photos

Updated on: Feb 26, 2018, 18:58:16 IST

Hindustan Times, New Delhi | By Sanya Panwar

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The late, Sridevi, was nothing if not influential. Here’s why she will forever be our style icon. (Instagram)

The legacy Sridevi leaves behind as an actor and fashion icon knows no bounds. To pay homage to her enduring grace, here’s looking back at her most memorable fashion moments that made her a style icon for her millions of fans.

Sridevi’s death on Saturday in Dubai, following a cardiac arrest at the age of 54, has taken away an unparalleled breadth of style from our lives. From her perfectly-draped designer sarees to her show-stopping sequin jumpsuits, the stylish actor’s immaculate appearance was as iconic as her acting prowess.

Never less than dressed to the nines, pictures abound of red carpet sightings adorned in sequined anarkalis and twirling about with finesse like a style goddess, Sridevi culled a distinct, expertly-tailored, tremendously alluring, timeless look. Unsurprisingly, the seemingly ageless actor has been the muse of many a top couture designer, including Manish Malhotra. Sridevi went with the designer time and time again for outfits that allowed her to hold the spotlight.

Upstaging actors half her age with incomparable flair, 1963-born Sridevi, who acted in more than 250 films in over 45 years, created an enduring fashion legacy during her time in the spotlight. She grew from a Hawa Hawai in eccentric costumes and her trademark permed hair in Mr India into an actor who made praiseworthy fashion choices until the day she died, attending a family wedding in Dubai.

But Sridevi was not always as knowing about clothes and fashion as she was now. For some of us, our first unforgettable image of Sridevi was from 1986 in that shiny ivory lehenga choli from the song, Main Teri Dushman, Dushman Tu Mera, in the film Nagina, astride equally provocative light grey eyes and gaudy make-up. There Sridevi bears little resemblance to her later looks.

Her style in Chandni (1989) and Lamhe (1991) saw a significant sartorial leap from her Sadma (1983) avatar: Out went the lacklustre styling, Sridevi now sported less make-up, wore clingy chiffon sarees and epitomised a classic Indian beauty.

Unlike her earliest days in the public eye back in the ’80s, Sridevi now awed audiences with her dynamic, vivid fashion sense and her dizzying array of looks. She had sparkle, which was simply magnetic and in the end, it transcended her clothes.

To pay homage to Sridevi’s enduring legacy, we’re looking back at her recent memorable fashion moments to celebrate her always-modish, never-dull, ever-imposing, often-daring, show-stopping, and totally timeless choices that made her a style icon.

1. Wearing Manish Malhotra in December, 2017.

2. Wearing Rohit Bal in December, 2017.

3. Wearing Sabyasachi Mukherjee in January, 2017.

4. Wearing Tarun Tahiliani in November, 2017.

5. Wearing Manish Malhotra in November, 2017.

6. Wearing Manish Malhotra in February, 2018.

7. Wearing Falguni and Shane Peacock in January, 2018.

8. Wearing Falguni and Shane Peacock in January, 2018.

9. Wearing Anamika Khanna in February, 2018.

10. Wearing Manish Malhotra in January, 2017.

11. Wearing Manish Malhotra in December, 2017.

12. Wearing Manish Malhotra in October, 2017.

13. Wearing Manish Malhotra in February, 2018.

14. Wearing Sabyasachi Mukherjee in February, 2017.

15. Wearing Falguni and Shane Peacock in February, 2018.

16. Wearing Abu Jani and Sandeep Khosla in February, 2017.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Sanya Panwar
With a keen eye for detail and a heart for storytelling, Sanya is a seasoned lifestyle journalist who has spent over a decade documenting the intersection of aesthetics and substance. Since stepping into the media world in 2012, she has cultivated a career defined by versatility, curiosity, and an unwavering passion for what makes life both beautiful and meaningful. Over the last many years, she has navigated the fast-paced realms of health, wellness, fitness and fashion while pivoting seamlessly into the nuances of decor and travel. Her work often explores the deeper layers of modern living, delving into art and decor trends that transform spaces, insightful perspectives on gender, parenting, and mental health, immersive travel narratives that capture the essence of a destination. A self-proclaimed aesthetics enthusiast, Sanya doesn't just report on trends — she analyses them. Whether she’s identifying the next shift in fitness or discovering a breakthrough in design, she uses her platform to spark meaningful conversations that resonate with a contemporary audience. Sanya is an alumna of St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata, and the Asian College of Journalism (ACJ), Chennai, where she honed the investigative rigour she brings to her lifestyle reporting today. When she isn't chasing deadlines or conducting interviews, Sanya practices what she preaches. You’ll likely find her sipping matcha, practicing yoga, or scouting the newest cafes. Above all, she finds her balance in nature — whether it's a quiet hike or a moment of reflection in the outdoors, she remains constantly inspired by the tranquillity of the natural world.Read More

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