June is celebrated as 'Pride Month' and although fashion isn't always the focus, there's nothing wrong with wearing 'Pride' clothes and shouting "love wins." This month-long celebration highlights the LGBTQ community's fight for their identity and dressing up is one of the many ways we can show our support. However, a common misconception is that 'Pride' means only wearing rainbow colours. Instead, it's about not adhering to the restrictions of gendered clothing categories and going beyond common style conventions that typically associate certain colours and shapes with one of the two binary genders. This year, let's celebrate this month by styling Indian clothes, incorporating some essence from our culture.
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Here Are Some Styling Tips For This Pride Month:
1. Sequenced Embellishments:
Even if you like a minimalist style or a distinctive look in a neutral shade, you can still infuse your subdued outfit with a dash of 'Pride' by accessorising with a handcrafted, artisanal brooch adorned with sequins or a bright, loud, yet elegant boot.
2. Bold boulders:
Party with 'Pride' in an oversized monochromatic suit an experimental open blazer and traditional Indian jewellery. Make it louder with glittery or pasty makeup for a more classy-looking facial makeup. Men can look trendy in bright handwork on a skirt combined with a fitted blazer and Maang tikka. Shout in beauty and confidence.
3. Organza Fusion:
Wearing a floral organza shirt with a neat ruffle collar adorned with sheer fabric, complemented by the pastel colors and texture of the shirt, paired with a silk dhoti, is a provocative way of going against the grain. It is equal parts whisper-romantic and country-house, cutting a fine figure at any event and creating a fusion of contemporary and traditional styles.
4. Fringe Fiesta:
Style a simply coloured saree in an unconventional draping style, giving space to creative liberty. Pair it with a sharp statement jacket featuring fringes and heavy-weight zardozi work to add an edge. Bold, smoky makeup will complete the look effortlessly. This new-age way of portraying and celebrating Pride Month stands up against the norms.
Denim Elegance
A denim suit adorned with zardozi work is a new-age blend of history and modernism with notes of Indo-Persian influence. It looks sultry when paired with bold silver statement accessories and monochromatic blue eye makeup, creating a striking look. This daring and sophisticated Pride style will shatter the glass ceiling and open doors for other talented and confident Queer individuals.
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