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Sonam Kapoor, Deepika Padukone, Sonakshi:These celebs have embraced boardroom bourgeoisie

Sep 02, 2019 05:14 PM IST

Take a look at the autumn winter 2019 collections and it’s hard not to sense an air of genteel conservatism.

Looks like the seventies bourgeoisie (the middle class, typically with reference to its perceived conventional attitudes) dressing is here to stay. Take a look at the autumn winter 2019 collections and it’s hard not to sense an air of genteel conservatism.

Deepika Padukone in preppy yet polished a Ralph Lauren ensemble.(Instagram/ Shalina Nathani)
Deepika Padukone in preppy yet polished a Ralph Lauren ensemble.(Instagram/ Shalina Nathani)

A look by Fendi (Instagram / Fendi)
A look by Fendi (Instagram / Fendi)

Hedi Slimane’s newly unveiled campaign for Celine too strongly nods in favour of ladylike retro elegance - be it the pussy-bow blouses, leather culottes, aviator sunnies or ponchos.

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A handbag from Burberry. (Instagram/ Burberry)
A handbag from Burberry. (Instagram/ Burberry)

Designer Ridhi Mehra quips, “Statement pussy-bow blouses are likely to be huge this season in both Indian and Western styles.”

Sonam K Ahuja in a Valentino trench - perfect to layer for coming months. (Instagram / Sonam kapoor Ahuja)
Sonam K Ahuja in a Valentino trench - perfect to layer for coming months. (Instagram / Sonam kapoor Ahuja)

Annie Hall (1977’s classic) eclectic wardrobe comes to mind instantly. Designer Riccardo Tisci’s refined pieces at Burberry put the spotlight on the pared-back minimalism.

Celine Winter 19 collection features a pussybow collared top (Instagram/ Celine)
Celine Winter 19 collection features a pussybow collared top (Instagram/ Celine)

Stylist Kshitij Kankaria sees the trend as effortlessly chic and timelessly relevant. “Honestly, bourgeoisie never really went out of favour.

Deepika Padukone in preppy yet polished a Ralph Lauren ensemble (Instagram / Shalina Nathani)
Deepika Padukone in preppy yet polished a Ralph Lauren ensemble (Instagram / Shalina Nathani)

However, the cool way to nail these pieces would be to mix it up with high street finds. For instance, in a beige ensemble, play with all the shades of camel and brown from head to toe. Layer your statement print separates with camel basics - it could be a blazer or a trench coat,” says Kshitij.

John Lobb loafers (Instagram / John Lobb)
John Lobb loafers (Instagram / John Lobb)

Designer Suman B of label Lola observes that pieces like culottes and scarf printed silks add an interesting mix to people’s wardrobes. “We will see a lot more of the old world charm of nostalgic style mixed with contemporary fashion,” says Suman.

Sonakshi Sinha offsets her Jitroise ensemble with a pair of strappy heels
Sonakshi Sinha offsets her Jitroise ensemble with a pair of strappy heels

Decoding bourgeoisie

*Team a beige pussy-bow blouse with an A-line skirt and complete your look with patent leather kitten heels.

*Pair a crepe blazer with a pair of tapered pants, a frame bag and lace-up leather combat boots.

*Layer a crisp white shirt with a black leather trench coat and finish it off with a pair of vertiginous heels.

*Invest in a short dress with ‘lavallière’ tie bow collar and add a pair of aviator-style sunnies for a chic finish.

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