Known for her bold fashion choices, including sleeveless blouses, fitted sarees, chiffon outfits, and fashionable hairdos in the late 60s and 70s.

During this period, fashion was modest, formal, and deeply rooted in South Indian culture. Retro Tamil Heroine Looks - Pinterest

Before she conquered Bollywood, Sridevi was a reigning queen of Tamil cinema. Her 80s style gallery in films directed by veterans like K. Balachander and Bharathiraja showcased:

The transition of the saree across these decades reflects a shift from royal traditionalism to lightweight modernism.

: A legendary dancer whose style featured graceful sarees and traditional dance costumes like the Mohiniyattam Bharatanatyam sets, often involving a "pallu fan" and temple jewellery. Saroja Devi

Layered gold necklaces (like the Kasulaperu or coin necklace), heavy Jhumkas (earrings), and prominent Vanki (armlets). B. Saroja Devi: The Trendsetter of Youthful Glamour

Revived the charm of the traditional half-saree ( pavadai davani ) for young women, styled with long plaits and glass bangles.