Manmohan Singh led a no-frills government. This is a man who liked to keep his cards close to his chest, and his choice of clothing sure did reflect his personality. Pitchforked into leading the world's largest democracy in 2004, the former Prime Minister's wardrobe was a reflection of his own self.
Like his soft-spoken and well-mannered reputation, his closet was tailored and clean-cut, with little to no exceptions. He was always seen in crisp, spotless, white kurta with the top button closed. Many other times he was spotted in a Gandhi strait jacket, with a blue turban proudly tied around his head.
Famed designer Tarun Tahiliani once said, "Prime Minister Manmohan Singh’s clothes are mostly functional rather than crisp. And this functionality aids him in the onerous job of running the nation." In a country where colour is the essence of its culture, Manmohan Singh instead opted for a subtle, sophisticated and dignified sense of dressing, brought together by his sky-blue turbans and home-spun white kurta pyjamas.
The man, who till date is known as the architect of modern India's economy, used to play it safe with his classic kurtas and Nehru jackets, opting for looks that perfectly complimented his calm and collected personality. The blue turban, his trademark, had been an integral part of his personality since his days at the prestigious University of Cambridge. The blue represented the colour of Cambridge, his alma mater.
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