10 most stylish Bollywood actresses from 1960s

Known rightly as the golden era of Bollywood, the 60s in Bollywood were a class apart. The 1960s were a golden era for Indian cinema — not just for storytelling and music, but for fashion too. To make it more memorable, the iconic women in B-town need applause for their defined vintage glamour. From bouffant hair to double-winged eyeliners, this decade gave us some of the most stylish Bollywood actresses whose fashion statements became timeless trends. Here are 10 of the most stylish Bollywood actresses from the 1960s who are true fashion icons and still inspire fashion lovers today:

Signature style: Double-winged eyeliner and bouffant hairstyles.

Sharmila brought a fusion of East and West to Bollywood. Her bouffant hairstyles and double winged eyeliner is still a trend and known as Sharmila Tagore’s eyeliner style. Her bikini scene in An Evening in Paris made headlines, while her saree looks exuded old-world charm.

Signature style: Classic and pastel elegant sarees

Waheeda’s beauty was matched by her love for simple yet stylish clothing. Draped in beautiful, breathable, printed, and pastel sarees with delicate embroidery, Waheeda made a name for herself through her style and timeless sophistication.

Signature style: Pre-pleated, tightly draped sarees with bold colors.

Mumtaz’s orange saree from the song ‘tere mere pyar ke charche’ is a legendary fashion moment. Still relevant after years, pre-pleated sarees are finding their way into daily closets. Mumtaz mastered the art of playful, youthful fashion with a touch of glamour.

Signature style: South Indian grace with a Bollywood twist.

Known for her pearly white smile and doe eyes, Vyjayanthimala often wore richly woven silk sarees, temple jewelry, and gajras in her hair — a style that bridged tradition and modern cinema.

Signature style: Modern blouses and printed sarees.

While other Bollywood divas were scared to experiment with their style, Asha’s sense of style reflected the youth culture of the 60s. She brought fun patterns, strappy blouses, bold accessories, and an energetic fashion sense to the screen.

Signature style: Cabaret glamour and Western silhouettes.

Known as an item girl of the 60’s, Helen made a name equivalent to the mainstream actresses. No one did feathers, sequins, and thigh high-slit dresses like Helen. Her style broke barriers and brought a bold, global flair to Bollywood fashion.

Signature style: The famous "Sadhana" cut"—her fringe hairstyle — became a nationwide trend.

Every Indian child has had this haircut once in their lives. Such was the impact of her hairstyle and popularity. Known for her elegant churidars, fitted sarees, and boat-neck blouses, Sadhana set a high bar for minimal yet impactful fashion.

Signature style: Soft pastels and feminine silhouettes.

Flowers in her hair and baby fringes adorning her forehead, Nanda had a demure and girl-next-door charm. She was often seen wearing delicate sarees or anarkalis that emphasized subtle, classic beauty.

Signature style: Quirky and modern.

With a smile that can lighten up any room, Tanuja brought a refreshing fashion edge. She styled bold prints, short hairstyles, and Western outfits that were ahead of their time for Indian cinema.

Signature style: Drama in both fashion and films.

If you’re thinking about who brought in the balloon sleeves and puff sleeves to B-town, it was Mala Sinha. Her wardrobe featured statement sleeves, bold colors, and elaborate jewelry—combining cinematic glamour with everyday style.