I f there is a fashion trend that is here to stay and slay, it’s bows. From Christmas trees to hairdos to symbolising all things ‘pookie’, bows are everywhere. They are now a must-have hair accessory.
Even celebrities cannot resist them. Alia Bhatt dressed up in red for her Christmas celebrations and there was a stunning bow in her hair. She is not the only one.
Malaika Arora Khan also wore a bright red bow recently. What is interesting is, unlike most fashion trends, the proliferation of bows as the ‘it’ accessory has not taken the ‘trickle down’ route. From Sarojini Nagar to Khan Market, bows were already a street-style staple long before celebs started posting them on their Instagram.
Best part? You can make one yourself, depending on how aesthetically you can tie a ribbon knot. Of course, much of the credit goes to South Korean TV shows and movies. As K-dramas have become popular among Indian viewers, they have brought along cultural imports—particularly a love for all things ‘cute’.
The bow, worn in many of these K-dramas, is one such fashion import. The delicate feminine touch the accessory adds to outfits makes it all the more desirable. Whether one is dressing for a walk in the park or a dinner date—a bow is appropriate for all occasions.
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