Priyanka Chopra has a knack for pulling off unexpected outfits in the most stunning way. Sure, she’s won the Miss World pageant, become a breakout Bollywood star, and even earned awards for her role on the ABC show Quantico, but it’s on the red carpet where she truly shines. She steps out time after time in gorgeous dresses with just the right amount of sparkle, color, or sheen to catch everyone’s attention. Clearly, Priyanka isn’t afraid to show off her bold sense of style.
We’ve already learned plenty about elevated, ladylike dressing from the actress. Read on for 21 genius fashion tips to steal from a star who has managed to put her own unique spin on red carpet dressing.
1. Be Daring
Priyanka stole the show in Atelier Versace at the May 2016 Billboard Music Awards.
2. Keep a Favorite Black Dress
At the April 2016 White House Correspondents Dinner, Priyanka went for an all-time classic: the black dress. Hers was designed by Zuhair Murad.
3. Suit Up
At the April 2016 Time 100 Gala, Priyanka wore a ST. studio by Olcay Gulsen white suit.
4. Embrace the Season
Priyanka was perfect for Spring in Dion Lee at a May 2016 Upfront event for ABC.
5. Wear What You Love
Priyanka went with her fashion gut when she selected a gorgeous Jenny Packham gown for the 2016 Vanity Fair Oscars party.
6. Embrace Femininity
Her 2016 SAG Awards dress by Monique Lhuillier was unapologetically ladylike.
7. Play With Print
The gorgeous, floral-embroidered Zuhair Murad Priyanka wore to the 2016 Oscars proved the playfulness of a good print.
8. It’s All About Fit
Priyanka wore an Elizabeth & James LBD for a 2016 appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon that appeared to be made for her.
9. Dress For the Occasion
Priyanka donned a ladylike lace Anita Ko skirt for the BAFTA Award Season Tea.
10. Make Trends Your Friend
For a January 2016 Elle party, Priyanka’s Vionnet dress combined the one-shouldered and thigh-high slit trends.
11. Go For the Gold
Priyanka celebrated her People’s Choice Awards win dressed in a shimmering silver and gold Vera Wang dress.
12. Give Color-Clashing a Spin
Instead of sticking to neutral shoes, Priyanka paired her sexy green dress with eye-catching yellow heels.
13. Make the Naked Dress Your Own
While the naked dress can feel like an intimidating trend, Priyanka’s lacy black Zuhair Murad dress hits on the popular style without showing too much skin.
14. Embrace Bold Colors
While an LBD will always be an easy go-to, sometimes a pop of color — like in Priyanka’s Three Floor dress — is what really sets an outfit apart.
15. An LBD Will Always Be in Style
Priyanka attended the Chanel and Charles Finch pre-Oscars dinner dressed in a black minidress and simple accessories.
16. Modesty Can Make a Stylish Statement
While Priyanka’s black dress felt modest thanks to long sleeves and an ankle-length hemline, it was fashion forward with its structured top and uneven hem.
17. Find Balance
Priyanka paired a lace-up top with a wide leather belt and velvet miniskirt on her way to Jimmy Kimmel Live.
18. Accessories Can Make All the Difference
Priyanka’s sheer white dress is a knockout, but her structured clutch and coordinated white pumps are just the right accessories to accentuate the stunning style.
19. Keep Them Guessing
For a January Entertainment Weekly party, Priyanka rocked a simple black Lisa Perry dress with a twist.
20. Play Up Professionalism
The silhouette of Priyanka’s dress is all business, but the bold pop of color gives it a totally unique spin.
21. Go For All the Angles
Try a dress with asymmetrical cutouts, like Priyanka‘s Versace number, to truly stand out.
Via: popsugar