The world of fashion is witnessing a remarkable revival of brown hues, and it’s catching the attention of style icons such as Alia Bhatt, Janhvi Kapoor, and even Kendall and Kylie Jenner. This unique shade of brown, once associated with unflattering librarian attire (before Prada redefined librarian chic), has steadily climbed the ranks of the fashion hierarchy and is now considered a viable option even on the red carpet.
In the wake of the Y2K movement and the resurgence of early 2000s fashion icons who have made a comeback into our lives, this deep espresso-like brown has emerged as a hidden gem in the current zeitgeist. The influence of pop culture takes us back to the 90s Bollywood heroines like Raveena Tandon, who introduced us to the concept of a dark brown lipliner—a trend that an entire generation quickly adopted. Now, it’s making a stylish comeback in the wardrobes of the fashion circuit’s brightest stars. Following in the footsteps of Janhvi Kapoor and Mrunal Thakur, one might consider embracing monochromatic dark brown outfits.
Janhvi Kapoor elevated her ensemble with a touch of gold jewelry and matching nail polish. Alternatively, take inspiration from Kylie Jenner’s fashion choices and explore different fabric textures. Jenner sported a sleek bonded leather corset by Ferragamo, pairing it with a sustainable viscose jersey dress. You can also experiment with suede, corduroy, and tweed to add tactile depth to your outfit, ensuring it stands out in a crowd.
For those who appreciate prints, like Bhumi Pednekar, animal prints, houndstooth, or plaid could be your go-to styles. Pednekar’s striking appearance in a Sadek Majed ensemble at the grand launch of Jio World Plaza in Mumbai perfectly exemplified this trend, complete with an elegant updo and smoky eye makeup.
Corsets have been a fashion staple for centuries, and they remain a favorite choice for Kim Kardashian and Alia Bhatt to add structure to their 2023 wardrobes. In particular, Bhatt seems to have developed a fondness for the espresso hue, as evidenced by her various brown ensembles, including a structured Gaurav Gupta dress for the Jio World Plaza launch and an ensemble featured in a sneak peek from the Koffee With Karan teaser.”
