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Make Way For Shalini Passi: The Queen Of Maximalism!

I think it’s safe to assume that the Internet is thankful for Netflix India‘s series Fabulous Lives Vs. Bollywood Wives because it introduced them to the magnanimous Shalini Passi! Even ‘iconic‘ is an understatement for this art collector, philanthropist and OTT sensation. The show was largely centred around the age-old Mumbai Vs. Delhi debate and Shalini truly embodied Delhi’s over-the-top, larger-than-life and maximalist style.

From her extravagant couture to her exquisite bag collection to her eclectic lifestyle, Shalini Passi truly deserves the attention and adulation of the digital world. I mean she lives in a boomerang-shaped mansion which is basically an art museum housing some of the finest art collections. Apart from Shalini’s demure, humble and self-loving nature, the most intriguing part of her life is her wardrobe! She has served one unique look after the other on the show and her Instagram and all are a HIT!

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Let’s take you through some of my favourite Shalini Passi looks and outfits:

The MASH Ball

First things first, I think we have to talk about Shalini’s entry in Fabulous Lives Vs. Bollywood Wives. Her ‘My Art Shalini i.e. MASH Ball’ look definitely made the viewers ‘ jaws drop! The white and gold outfit with the headgear and daggers was one to remember. She looked like a modern Cleopatra painting come to life! How to leave a lasting impression 101.

Source: Delhi Times

A Diva In Black

The Queen that she is, Shalini is rocking this Dolce and Gabbana dress and gloves from her personal wardrobe. Those Balmain accessories and the bedazzled TV-like Judith Leiber bag are the highlights of her outfit.

What Slipping Into ‘Something Comfortable’ Looks Like

If you’ve seen the show you will remember the scene where Shalini welcomes the Bollywood Wives into her mansion by singing ‘Mitwa‘ and then slipping into something comfortable to chat with them. In her case, ‘something comfortable’ is a Roberto Cavalli cutout dress from her own wardrobe. Just stunning.

All That Glitters Is Gold Shalini Passi

When Jenny Packham, Judith Leiber, Alexander McQueen, and Dolce & Gabbana are styled together, you get this glittering gold look! Shalini looks like a prestigious trophy at the Fabulous Lives Vs. Bollywood Wives premiere.

A Tribute To The Icons

She rocked this retro look for an episode of ‘The MOST Awkward Interview With Shalini Passi & Aishwarya Mohanraj‘ on Netflix’s YouTube channel. She definitely took us back to the 90s. That custom Dolce & Gabanna Panda bag is just so adorable! “This saree is a tribute to all my style icons- my mother, my badi & choti maasi and the iconic Saira Banu and Asha Parekh,” wrote Passi in her caption.

In Her Disco Era

This Rabanne look from her personal wardrobe is straight out of the 1970s and 1980s Disco era. From her Versace jewellery to Valentino shoes and Rolex watch, Shalini is dripping in luxury while she gets acupuncture done. What is she?!

A Walking Red Carpet

Red is totally her colour! She looks gorgeous in this ROSEROOM by Isha Jajodia set. The jewellery, the styling, the hair and makeup – everything is so on point.

Indian Cleopatra

Shalini Passi sure loves the Cleopatra aesthetic because it has reflected in her style multiple times. Right from her iconic ‘dagger’ entry in the show for her MASH ball to this look, Shalini slays as Cleopatra every time. I cannot get over this Balmain look of hers accompanied by Schiaparelli and Begum Khan‘s unique jewellery pieces.

I mean just look at that look! She looks beyond stunning in this Antonia Sautter ensemble.

The Queen Of Sarees

Her saree wardrobe should have a whole different fanbase. Every look is so perfect but I think this one in particular is my favourite. I love how she draped this silver zari-black tissue silk saree by Pranay Baidya with an Alaia belt. It’s giving Poo and Parvati!

A True Blue Fashionista

This glittering blue jumpsuit from her personal wardrobe has the perfect OTT glam quotient. It is going to make heads turn and jaws drop for sure. The design, the fit, the feather details – all make her look like the diva that she is.

Elsa In Motion

Another Antonia Sautter look I immediately fell in love with. Doesn’t she look like Disney Frozen’s Elsa – the Snow Queen? Every detail accentuates her look. She looks like an artistic masterpiece herself.

Shalini as ‘Eve’

Petition to send Shalini Passi to the Met Gala because look at the look! This year’s theme was ‘Garden of Time‘ and everyone who saw this look felt she should have been there. She called Antonia Sautter‘s creations “like stepping into a dream.” And I agree. The intricate design inspired by the beauty of the natural world makes her look timeless and ethereal.

Summer Bawse Babe

I don’t think there exists any outfit that Shalini cannot pull off. Whether it’s a demure look or a fiery one, this digital sensation can carry it all off effortlessly. Like she does in this Dolce & Gabbana blazer set. It’s giving ‘boss babe living her summer dreams.’ What a unique pantsuit to have in her collection!

Shalini Passi is more than a vibe. Influencers, watch out! She’s here and she’s ready to take on the Internet one avant-garde look at a time. Netflix, please give the woman her own show! The Internet definitely needs more of Shalini. Do you agree? Let us know in the comments below ⬇️

Riya Shah

She's one in a million, because the name is that common. Writing, hopefully not. Reads to escape the mundane reality and writes to create her own. A keen listener and observer of all things good with a crazy memory. Passionate about travel, books and food. She hopes to author a book someday and catch every sunset across the world.

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