For years, umbrellas have largely been treated as seasonal necessities—something we pick up when the rain arrives and forget about once the skies clear. But recently, actor-politician Kangana Ranaut flaunted an unexpected take on monsoon dressing, drawing attention to an accessory that usually gets little consideration beyond its functionality: the humble umbrella.
Kangana, whose Parliament style is defined by crisp handloom sarees and high-end designer bags, attended the Parliament House in New Delhi during the Monsoon Session while carrying a printed, colourful umbrella from luxury design house Good Earth.
Her cool umbrella looked striking in a sea of plain Jane black umbrellas. Priced at ₹6,100, the aqua-coloured umbrella features motifs inspired by tropical lands, while a pattern of chevrons decorates the inner hood. For the session, Kangana wore an Eri silk saree from the northeast, teamed with a Birkin bag.
Like Kangana, fashion-conscious shoppers are increasingly looking at umbrellas as extensions of their personal style, with everything from minimalist designs and transparent canopies to printed, monogrammed and luxury versions entering the market.