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Bollywood actress and climate warrior Bhumi Pednekar recently turned showstopper for designer Amit Aggarwal at the Lakme Fashion Week. The gorgeous diva donned a white shirt paired with black pants, a pink metallic corset and a tie, as the theme was to revive traditional weaves like a Banarasi saree with a modern touch.
In an exclusive interview with Firstpost’s Lachmi Deb Roy, Bhumi Pednekar shared her take on Fashion Vs Style, being a conscious consumer and more.
Edited excerpts from the interview:
What is your take on fashion versus style?
Oh, good question! I think style is very personal. And there can never be a good style or a bad style. Because as far as it’s authentic and it’s your own style, it’s all good. I think fashion is more holistic. Fashion is there; these are standards that are set by many, many beautiful minds. Fashion can be in and out, but style stays forever.
You are wearing Amit Aggarwal collection. So, what do you have to say about this revival of weaves?
I love it. I love the idea. I love how he has repurposed a Banarasi saree into a corset. I also love the way it’s styled, the tie, the corset. The balloon pants. I saw this. We had two options. Even the other silhouette was beautiful, but I saw this, and I was like, no, I just have to wear this. I love it. It makes me feel strong. It really makes me feel like I’m ready to take over the world.
What’s your idea of conscious consumption?
It’s the need of the hour. I don’t think any of us as individuals can run away from the responsibility that we have towards our planet and future generations to come. Sustainable fashion is key. I think we need to start by addressing that. Our culture, Indian culture, is sustainable. We just need to reconnect with our roots. If we wear indigenous textiles that are Indian in its roots. Like this beautiful Banarasi, I think you’re already following a sustainable lifestyle.
Lachmi Deb Roy is the entertainment editor of Firtspost, Network18. She reviews films and series with a gender lens. Her interviews are called 'Not Just Bollywood' because she takes huge interest in world cinema. OTT over theatrical releases is her preference unless and until its a King Khan film. She takes interest in fashion, food and art reviews too.