Yearender 2024: From Deepika to Priyanka and more, celebs rock bright and bold desi outfits

Bollywood beauties turned heads in 2024 with their bold and experimental desi fashion. It wasn’t just about paying attention to flattering cuts and unique styles, but about bringing an outfit alive with vibrant colours. While nude, gold, and earthy tones with bling have been long-dominant, this year celebrities embraced dramatic hues, redefining ethnic wear at weddings, events, and beyond.

Deepika Padukone made a memorable splash at the Ambani wedding in a purple saree. The actress, who is known for her love for muted tones, surprised many by sporting a baingaini saree with intricate silver and gold embroidery. This set the tone for the year, as Kareena Kapoor Khan followed suit. For a promotional event, the actress wore a purple suit with multi-coloured jaal. She accessorised the electric outfit with bold silver jewellery, earning praise from fans on social media.

Alia Bhatt brought festive cheer in a rani pink saree with a shimmering off-shoulder blouse for one of Anant Ambani and Radhika Merchant’s wedding celebrations. She elevated her look with traditional jewellery, including a necklace, chaand baalis, and matha tikka.

Going all vibrant in the festive season, Shilpa Shetty Kundra wore a multi-coloured saree in shades of purple, pink, yellow, and green. She paired it with a matching blouse, adorned with gotta patti work. The jewellery was as colourful as the outfit, making her look one of the year’s most memorable.

For a fashion shoot, Janhvi Kapoor decked up in a red organza saree paired with a sheer green blouse. The ensemble’s embroidery consisted of gold sequins, paan motifs, and floral embroidery. Even her purple lehenga at the Ambani gala was quite a hit, highlighting her love for bright colours and intricate detailing.
Priyanka Chopra may have been abroad for most part, but she got everyone talking about her outfit at brother Sidharth’s engagement party. She wore a berry-coloured saree with silver pearls and berry studded necklace. The actress completed the look with berry lips and a high bun.

These bold, colourful desi fashion moments prove Bollywood’s tilt towards vibrant hues. Whether it was Deepika’s regal purple or Shilpa’s multicoloured saree, 2024 was a year of redefining ethnic wear. And it seems this trend might continue well into next year.