The quintessential little black dress is a staple in every girl’s wardrobe. Just like us, the little black dress is a favourite for almost everyone, and it’s a go-to outfit for Bollywood divas too. But it’s the modern fashionistas, our Gen Z Bollywood stars, who are redefining the way a little black dress should be styled. From Khushi Kapoor’s ethereal charm to the confident appeal of Suhana Khan and Ananya Panday, these young icons have mastered the art of styling a little black dress to perfection.
Her ability to effortlessly blend the classic with the contemporary is inspiring a new wave of style. It’s time to leave the mundane behind and embrace the bold. Join us as we unravel her fashion secrets and discover how to transform your short black dress from ordinary to extraordinary in just a few simple ways.
1. Khushi Kapoor shows us how to accessorize a black dress for a formal event
Sporting a nice LBD, Khushi Kapoor Zara is the preferred choice of Gen Z when it comes to minimalistic yet eye-catching fashion. She looked absolutely stunning in a midnight black dress for the screening of her sister Jahnvi’s film, Mr. and Mrs. Mahi. This sleek and stylish black skater dress from Zara is priced at Rs 5,990. The sleeveless dress features a boat neck, a cinched waist and a flared hem that shows off her long legs.
The Archies actress gave us subtle hints on how accessorizing a black dress with statement jewellery elevates her style. Khushi opted for a single-strand golden Saturn pearl necklace by Vivienne Westwood. Priced at a whopping Rs 21,223 (US$253), this necklace featured a gold metal Saturn ring with embedded pink enamel detailing and Swarovski pearls. She further added a pair of statement golden earrings, rings and a delicate diamond bracelet to complete her look. Khushi carried a Mini Lady Dior bag with sparkling gems and golden charms that comes with a hefty price tag of Rs 520,000 (US$6,199).
Lastly, she opted for a sleek, center-parted ponytail, a mocha brown lip shade and eyeshadow, winged eyeliner and mascara on her lashes, while finishing her look with black open-toed kitten heels.
2. Suhana Khan proves you need basic accessories to rock a black dress
There’s no denying that King Khan’s beloved daughter knows fashion like the back of her hand. She has proven time and again that her bravery is exceptional despite her penchant for minimalist style. Not long ago, we saw Suhana Dressed in a fitted black dress with cut-outs and a plunging neckline, this elegant short black dress featured a strap on the shoulders with a cut-out at the waist that gave it a daring touch.
As for accessories for the black dress, Suhana kept it simple with delicate bracelets on her wrists and a simple gold chain around her neck. With minimal makeup and a brown lip gloss, Khan left her brown hair loose and called it a day.
3. Janhvi Kapoor raises the glamour bar with red accessories for a black dress
Janhvi Kapoor She raised the temperature when she was recently seen sporting a stunning black embroidered lace gown that showed off her curvaceous figure. She attended the Filmfare Awards in this gorgeous off-shoulder peplum silhouette mermaid gown. The lace detailing all over the dress added a glamorous touch to the diva’s style.
But what caught our attention was the way Janhvi dropped subtle hints on how to style a black dress for a party. Wearing a stunning diamond and ruby choker by Karan Kothari, the Mr. and Mrs. Mahi star looked stunning. The contrasting yet perfectly glamorous way of pairing her black dress with a sparkling item is surely one of the best. Janhvi ditched the earrings and opted for a subtly matte makeup base with pink lips and matching eyeshadow. She coated her lashes with lashings of mascara and completed her look with utmost glamour and elegance.
4. Ananya Panday rocked a short black dress like a pro!
Set some high goals when it comes to party outfits, Ananya Herrero Decked out in a stunning black leather dress. Staying chic, stylish and oh-so-daring, the Gehraiyaan heroine showed us how to accessorize a black dress with minimal effort. Just when we thought we had seen it all, her style went up a notch in this leather dress from the brand Cult Naked. Priced at Rs. 18,000, this eye-catching ensemble clung to her curves like a second skin. The strapless dress exuded drama with minimal yet alluring silver embellishments that sparkled like stars in the night sky.
However, Ananya surprised us by pairing her look with a pair of sheer black tights. The look was done by Lakshmi Lehr and she accessorized the black dress with sleek heels and chic silver studs that added oomph to her look. With her hair tied in a messy bun, Ananya’s makeup was on point – smoky eyeshadow, kohl-lined eyes and glossy nude lips completed this oh-so-stylish look.
5. Disha Patani’s short black dress is very elegant and cute.
Disha Patani made our hearts skip a beat in her cute black dress from the racks of a brand called Marianna Senchina. This mini dress features a pair of cute red hearts made with sparkling crystals that instantly accentuate the minimalist style of the dress. The strapless velvet mini dress is cinched in at the waist and flares out for a puffy volume that gives it a fun and dramatic effect. It is priced at Rs 1,11,055 (US$ 1,323).
Want to know how to style a short black dress like Disha? Well, fret not. She opted for diamond earrings from a brand called Diosa Paris. These small, statement earrings completed her rather subtle black dress and effortlessly elevated the look. To look glamorous, Disha opted for minimal makeup with lots of highlighter and contour to accentuate her features, nude lip gloss, and rosy cheeks. She pulled her hair up halfway, letting her bangs give structure to her face.
Ditch the boring basics and learn the art of accessorizing a black dress the same way these young divas are redefining the LBD style. From statement necklaces to bold bags and tights, these B-town beauties gave us style tips on how to ace your next night out with these fresh and fun accessory ideas. Which one of these did you like the most? Comment below and let us know.
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