Rashmika Mandhana has quickly become more than just a celebrity. She is now a go-to name for Indian ethnic fashion and for all the right reasons! Be it a festive saree, or a lehenga, her wardrobe serves as a styling board for anyone looking to dress up with tradition and style.
From minimal makeup choices to carefully chosen accessories and jewelry, Rashmika’s ethnic looks stand out. And the best part? They are wearable and you don’t need a team of stylists to pull these looks off. Her fashion is simple, real, and yet, perfect to be the centre stage of any function, parties, or any festivities.
But what makes her style so easily sought after? Let’s break down.
Sarees that speak simplicity and style.
Sarees are timeless, yes. But not everyone can wear a timeless classic piece with ease. Rashmika’s saree game secrets lie in picking up sarees that are not too heavy, and yet not too plain. Her sarees show how the right fabric, color, and styling can completely transform a look.
How to forget the showstopper- the Srivalli saree? The fabric was chiffon, light and flowy. But what caught everyone’s attention was the pallu. It had ‘Srivalli’—a personal touch embroidered right into it. She kept the rest of the look clean with soft curls and simple earrings.
Rashmika is one of the few bollywood celebrities who know their fabric in and out, and it was evident in another one of her appearances where she carried a pink tissue saree flawlessly. The shine of the tissue fabric added to her overall glow and she let the saree have its moment by choosing to go with minimal makeup, a tiny bindi and subtle Indian jewelry.
When it comes to styling the six yards of elegance, we will always think of Rashmika’s mehendi green saree moment. The beautiful mehendi green and drape with floral embroidery and golden border was paired with a royal blue blouse and gold embroidery. The blouse gained attention as the contemporary paired shade but without making the look too busy, and her choice of oxidised jhumkas and bangles pulled the whole look together. The result? A look that’s not just elegant, but comfortable and memorable too.
On the topic of fabrics and drapes, not mentioning the Kodava style drape that she wore during one of her paparazzi appearances would be quite a crime! This drape style comes from Coorg, her hometown, and that’s what made the saree even more special. Like we said, personalization with a touch of balance is the key formula of ethnic styling!
Now that we have established that Rashmika is the queen of styling ethnic sarees, let’s check out her lehenga styling game, shall we?
Lehengas that mix comfort with glam
Here’s the thing about lehengas that Rashmika wears: They don’t look overwhelming. Instead, they feel balanced and beautiful. Her lehengas are always well fitted, styled right, and easy to picture on real people at real events. (Meaning you, at that wedding you have been shopping for since weeks)
One of her most appreciated pieces has been the powder pink lehenga with mirror work. It had a youthful vibe and the colour was perfect for a summer wedding. The sleeveless blouse, paired with a light dupatta and styling soft was just chef’s kiss to perfection.
The look wasn’t just pretty, it was practical too! Easy to carry, and lightweight enough to not just walk, but dance around and enjoy the festivities to the max.
She has also worn a red lehenga, the classic. The golden embroidery and the heavy dupatta gave it a regal touch. But the highlight of the outfit was the way it was styled; soft hair, clean makeup, and gold earrings, keeping it grounded but not basic.
Rashmika’s secret styling weapon: Colour
While there is a lot of hype around colour analysis and wearing clothes according to your colour tone, Rashmika’s ethnic wardrobe is significantly uprooted by colours. Let’s recall the blue saree for a moment again. The bold choice, yet a calming colour. Blue flatters majority Indian skin tones and always gives a moment to the photographers to get their best shots. Picking a shade that was a deep blue but not too dark to wear her skin tone down, a careful play around colour theory right there.
Her kitty doesn’t just stop at deep colour, her styling game is equally top notch when it comes to softer colours. Pistachio green is said to be the IT colour of bollywood, and yet, Rashmika’s sarees and lehengas stand out in pistachio green. The colours work really well in daylight events and feel fresh in a sea of loud colors.
What’s common in all her color choices? They highlight her skin, make the outfit pop, and never feel forced.
Why does her styling always work?
While the outfits in themselves are good, it’s the styling that makes any outfit great. Rahmika’s ethnic fashion game is always on point because her outfits are easy to wear, but hard to forget. A heavy saree comes with light earrings. A dramatic lehenga is paired with a nude lip and soft waves. Her hairstyle changes with the outfit-buns for tradition, loose curls for a softer feel, braids for fun. Her looks are re-creatable, people see themselves in her outfits, and that’s what real fashion is all about!
Final Thoughts
Whether you’re styling for a big day or just looking to add something Indian to your wardrobe, Rashmika’s style board is worth saving. She doesn’t just wear outfits. She starts trends. Her wardrobe is not just glamorous, it’s useful.