The best thing about fashion – It keeps on changing allowing both men
and women the independence of imbibing new and funky trends in their
dressing styles over the years.
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| Source: Vintage Indian Clothing |
The 1870s was the hey-day of the Bengal Renaissance. Rabindranath’s sister-in-law, pioneered the unique Brahmika drape we see in movies like Parineeta and Devdas.
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Source: National Portrait Gallery |
The gorgeous Indira Devi promoted the provocative flapper aesthetic to the Bengal region. Upper-class young women started donning sleeveless blouses and bobbed hair.
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Source: Jore magazine |
1980s: Polka Dot Mania : Fashion flowed with energy and eccentricity
Polka dot salwar kameez with velvet jackets became a much loved combination. Saris became more and more occasional from everyday wear.
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| Source: News Reach |
We notice an increase in denim, western-style tops and shirts. Fusion-wear brought an explicit duality to Bengali culture. Kurtas became shorter and were paired with jeans by college students.
Here is a video which shows the 70 + Years Of Independent India's Fashion:
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