Alia Bhatt channels Victorian elegance in a crisp white jacket serving vintage drama with an unexpected modern twist

The celebrity fashion world currently favours modish trends, where old-age elegance and grace are quite rare to spot. But then some celebs channel both ends from time to time, and Bollywood’s fashion chameleon Alia Bhatt is one of them. She recently made a compelling case for timeless style at an event in Mumbai, decking out a Victorian-style jacket that looked absolutely fresh.She stood out from the crowd, exuding boss-babe vibes with a hint of sophisticated diva glam; her Victoria-inspired jacket has surprising contemporary tailoring. It featured dramatic puffy shoulders, a clean Mandarin collar (which was the real deal), and self-coloured buttons. But what commanded attention was the beautifully decorated silhouette, which screamed rich from afar. However, if you think she carried it gracefully with a beautiful silk skirt, then you’re mistaken. Alia made this statement jacket look super cool with a pair of high-waisted blue jeans, injecting modish notes with great finesse. Striking a neat balance between formal and chic elegance, she opted for her signature clean-girl makeup and made things stir a bit with a mauve-natural-toned lipstick with rosy cheeks. Leaving her hair down in soft waves, she kept it from falling in front and created a twisted braid with centre-parted detailing. This small edition completed her polished avatar; she summed up the look with a pair of dangling, sleek, long earrings and a simple ring. Alia showed us how an element from the past can beautifully coexist with something from the present if it’s properly styled and carried with utter confidence. This structured, elegant look had a hint of modern restraint, but the addition of the denim pants made the couture look perfect for today’s woman.