Fashion Cults Saira Banu The Magnificence She Spread

Saira Bani (Source: masala)

Introduction

The beauty that held many to the screen, Saira Banu was a hot favorite in Indian cinema and is still looked at as a personification of charisma and style. Her acting skills combined with her stylishness and beauty gave out several striking on screen moments. She was absolutely comfortable and at ease with her co-stars. One can see that the beauty of cinema indeed spread far and wide thanks to her presence on magazine covers, posters and anything related to Indian cinema. Real beauty never ceases to exist and, one can tends to believe that when they see Saira Banu. The echo of the past that is still flowering beautifully in the present!

BACKGROUND

Origin & History

Saira Banu was born on August 23, 1944 to Naseem Banu and film producer Mian Ehsan-ul-Haq. Started off in the field of acting at a tender age of 16 with no training or skill, she started at a very low position. It was gradually that she topped to an extent where nobody could really beat her about. At the age of 12, when most people fail to understand the language of love, she fell in love with Dilip Kumar who was around 22 years elder to her. This love withstood it all once they got married when she was 22 and, till today their love is an inspiration to many.

Style

Saira Banu Fashion

Extremely tight fitting sarees which were tied well below the waist, the perfect pin up makeup with black winged eye liner and loud and peppy colored skirts and dresses were some of the major fashion trends of the late 70’s and early 80’s that Saira Banu donned with utmost ease and flair. She changed the image of an Indian woman in a saree and made it look scintillating with her laid back and childlike innocence. She was the perfect femme fatale, as some might put it. The fact that she made it all look so simple was perhaps the reason why many young women sought to look just like her.

Influence over the Years

She is the bold and beautiful actress of the yesteryear’s who is still in the minds of the people living today. She has an adorable beauty that matches her style and elegance. Today, several younger Indian actresses try to imitate the foxy, yet simple vintage style portrayed by Saira Banu, which till date remains unmatched. Her classic and cute bangs that fell over her forehead is what is today’s current and leading hair style, especially with the younger generation.

Occasion Dressing

She was a perfectionist when it came to dressing. Her clothes always had a shine to them that made her look like a princess. She always walked in wearing a saree in one of those nice bright colors like red, yellow or blue, with a bun tied high, which was her typical hair style. It really made her look beautiful.

Screenshot from a Saira Banu movie

Suitability

She used to dress as per the demands of the occasion. She would never wear anything out of place. This is one thing that both Dilip Kumar and Saira Banu were particular about. Having studied in London, a lot of English styles were adapted by her. She was particularly a stylish actress as marked by many.

Accessorizing

A fine set of pearls and a nice hairstyle defined her best as far as styling and make up were concerned. She used to adorn herself in pearl jewellery that matched her dress best. Her winged eyeliner and coral lips were another style statement that is still a popular form of makeup and styling in India and the world over.

Interesting Facts & Comparisons

• Fell in love with actor and husband Dilip Kumar at the age of 12.
• Entered movies when she was 17.
• Married Dilip Kumar and fulfilled her dream at the age of 22.
• Entering the 46th year of marriage this year.
• Left her glorious career when she was at the peak of it.
• Wore everything but maintained her elegance always.
• Popularized pin up makeup and style.

References

• https://www.tumblr.com/search/saira-banu
• http://movies.ndtv.com/topic/saira-banu
• https://www.tumblr.com/search/saira-banu
• http://www.bollywoodshaadis.com/articles/the-love-saga-of-dilip-kumar-and-saira-banu-2434