Bollywood’s leading ladies are turning to bold pink hues and vibrant styles to brighten everyone’s mood—with a burst of colour guaranteed to lift your
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Okay, let's be honest: haven't we all had those days? You know, the kind where everything feels a bit... meh. Grey skies, grey moods, maybe even grey sweatpants (no judgement!). Well, guess what? Our favourite Bollywood style stars – Kriti Sanon, Kiara Advani, and Ananya Panday – have the antidote, and it’s way more fun than you think. They’re leading the charge in bringing back dopamine dressing, and it’s basically like wearing happiness. Seriously!
Dopamine Dressing? Break it Down!
So, what's the buzz? Dopamine dressing is all about wearing super vibrant, joyful colours purely for the mood boost. It’s fashion as therapy. The idea? Bold, bright hues literally trigger the release of dopamine – that awesome "feel-good" chemical in our brains. Think sunshine yellow, electric pink, zesty orange, happy green... colours that make you smile just looking at them. And after a few years where comfort sometimes overshadowed colour, these leading ladies are proving that looking fabulous and feeling fabulous go hand-in-hand.
Kriti Sanon: Sunshine Personified
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Kriti has practically become the poster girl for this trend lately. Remember her colourful vacation floral printed dress? Pure. Joy. She didn't just wear it; she radiated in it. It was confident, powerful, and utterly uplifting. Then, just a few weeks later, she dazzled at an awards night in a vibrant hot pink Gaurav Gupta gown. No shrinking violets here! Kriti’s choices scream confidence and a love for life – exactly what dopamine dressing is about. She proves that bold colour is a power move.
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Kiara Advani: Pretty in Pink (& Every Other Hue!)
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Kiara is absolutely mastering the art of luminous colour. Who could forget her bubblegum pink saree by the apparel luxury brand Devnagri? It was elegance meets pure, unadulterated fun. She looked like a princess who just discovered the world’s happiest paintbox! But it's not just pink. She’s been spotted rocking luminous lilacs, bright blues, and rich emerald greens, always looking fresh and vibrant. Kiara’s style shows how sophisticated and utterly chic dopamine dressing can be. It’s happy fashion, elevated.
Ananya Panday: The Youthful Colour Bomb
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Ananya brings a playful, Gen-Z energy to the trend. She’s fearless! Think back to the IIFA Awards (May 2024) in Abu Dhabi – she stunned in a custom Rahul Mishra Barbie pink tulle top and pant suit?
She’s constantly spotted in bright co-ords, neon accents, and punchy mini dresses. Ananya’s approach is energetic and spontaneous. She reminds us that fashion should be fun, and sometimes, the louder the colour, the better the vibe. Her Instagram feed? Basically a dopamine dressing mood board!
Why Now? Why Them?
So, why is this explosion of colour happening right now? Honestly? We all need it! After years feeling a bit weighed down, people are craving joy, optimism, and pure fun. Enter Kriti, Kiara, and Ananya! They’re incredibly influential, constantly in the spotlight, and they genuinely seem to love wearing these brights. Their confidence makes the trend accessible and aspirational. Plus, in the age of Instagram reels and pap walks, seeing that burst of colour on your feed is an instant mood-lifter. They’re not just wearing clothes; they’re spreading good vibes.
By embracing head-turning yellows, pinks, greens, and blues, they’re reminding us that fashion is powerful. It can transform not just how we look, but how we feel. So, next time you open your wardrobe feeling a bit blah, take a cue from Bollywood’s brightest. Ditch the beige, grab the rainbow, and dress for pure, unapologetic joy. Your dopamine levels will thank you! Now, go paint your world happily!
