Happy Birthday Rekha: 9 times the actress stunned in ethnic outfits with maximalist jewellery
On Rekha’s 71st birthday, take a look at her glorious fashion outings this year that caught the eye for more reasons than one. Be it her regal sarees or maximalist jewellery style, she proves why she continues to rule the fashion charts even after decades in the industry.
Mesmerising Rekha Rekha’s appearances this year have been nothing short of mesmerising. The actress continues to woo fans with her inimitable style, always sporting the most stunning drapes and ensembles designed by Manish Malhotra that are hard to forget. On her 71st birthday, take a look at some of her recent stylish appearances (Images: Instagram)
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Timeless Beauty in Ivory Her charm is undeniable in an ivory Banarasi saree crafted from handwoven silk linen that blends timeless elegance with artisanal heritage. Accessorised with statement gold earrings, bangles, and rings, this look proves why she is considered a fashion icon.
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Pretty in Pink Graceful as ever, the legendary actress looks pretty in a rose-pink handwoven Banarasi saree, adorned with delicate details including gold and silver motifs. Her saree is teamed with a deeper rose-hued blouse. For accessories, she went big on gold, sporting a maang tikka, earrings, bangles, and rings.
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Classic Charm in White & Gold Rekha dazzles in a handwoven gold zari tissue lehenga inspired by the Peshwa. The classic white-and-gold ensemble has been styled with breathtaking jewellery: a stylish statement passa, necklace, bangles, and rings, all in gold. Her potli bag also adds to the dazzle.
Head-turner in Onion Pink Even after decades in the industry, the actress continues to surprise with her sartorial choices. She looks exceptional in a handwoven Banarasi kora silk saree with lotus motifs in onion pink and gota pleating. Her jewellery and sunglasses steal the spotlight.
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Beauty in Pastels There’s everything to love about this Banarasi kora silk saree, from the pleasant pastel green to the glittering florals. Embracing maximalism with jewellery yet again, Rekha is a vision in the ensemble, accentuated with a pink border and blouse.
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Pure White Style As Manish puts it, Rekha is a “vision of sublime grace” in the timeless pure white six-yard saree, draped flawlessly in the most modern fashion. Her sunglasses further add a contemporary touch, along with her trendy neckpiece and bangles.
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Regal in Black and Gold Rekha shows how repurposed sarees can look equally charming every time they are worn. Her black-and-gold Kanjeevaram saree serves as proof. Her dramatic jewellery lights up the entire look, along with her extravagant potli bag.
Serene in Stripes This look blends modern design elements with traditional: a handwoven gold tissue saree featuring stylish stripes is paired with a hand-embroidered blouse with a ‘tree of life’ motif. And the jewellery is the highlight.
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Glitz and Glam It’s hard to miss her beauty in a silver-gold zari handwoven saree draped to perfection. It has been styled with a long statement necklace, bangles, maang tikka, and earrings that add to the glitz and glamour.
Gursimran Kaur Banga is a Delhi-based content creator, editor and storyteller.
