Indian Women Cricketers Show Us Power Dressing Done Right

Indian women cricketers are now being noticed for more than their performances. Off the field, their personal style is beginning to speak just as loudly. At several recent events and photo shoots, players from the Women’s World Cup-winning team have been making quiet but confident fashion statements with their sharp, thoughtful, and assured outfits. This is not about trends. It is about presence.

Harmanpreet Kaur leads by example. At a recent event in Mumbai, she wore a Shantnu and Nikhil black and orange saree paired with a black blouse and an embroidered corset. It was the perfect fit for the national team's captain, balancing tradition with authority.

At the same event, Arundhati Reddy wore a baggy grey suit adorned with subtle silver embellishments and white sneakers, displaying a comfortable yet polished style.

Others have followed the same confident rhythm. At another event in December, ace cricketer Smriti Mandhana exuded elegance and confidence in a cream-coloured halter-neck dress by Tarun Tahiliani, carrying herself with the same assurance she brings to the pitch.

Another example is Jemimah Rodrigues, who recently sported a black fitted gown with an asymmetrical neckline for an Elle India cover photo. In another photo, she wore a relaxed striped button-down shirt and a matching tie with a grey embellished mini skirt, giving her a chic and modern edge.

What stands out most in these outfits is how naturally these cricketers have carried themselves. These women are not dressing to be noticed; they are dressing like people who already command attention. Their success on the field has given them authority. Their style simply mirrors it.

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When Athletes Start Speaking Through Style

Clothing has always been a form of communication. For these cricketers, it becomes an extension of leadership. Their outfits convey confidence without excess and individuality without noise. Fashion here is not decorative. It was functional.

Power dressing works when it reflects who you are. These players chose structure, clarity, and ease. The result was a collective presence that felt composed and self-assured. Style, in this moment, supported their achievements rather than competing with them.

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This is not new, but it is becoming more visible. As women athletes claim more space in public life, their appearance becomes part of how that space is held. Dressing well does not dilute achievement. It sharpens it.

Power Dressing Beyond the Boardroom

Power dressing is often misunderstood. It is not about copying men or wearing stiff suits. It is about intent.

The idea emerged in the 1970s and 1980s when women entered male-dominated workplaces in larger numbers. Structured clothing helped them project authority and professionalism.

Today, the definition is wider. Power dressing can be a saree, a gown, or a sharply cut dress. It can include colour, softness, and personality. What matters is confidence.

Public figures have long used this language. Princess Diana relied on clean lines and tailored jackets to project control and poise. Kangana Ranaut uses strong silhouettes to underline her independence. Zeenat Aman did the same decades earlier, choosing bold forms that spoke of freedom. None followed fixed rules.

For everyday wardrobes, the principles remain simple. Fit comes first. Tailored clothes change posture and presence. Colour helps when used with intention. Accessories should be purposeful. Silhouettes should feel strong, not restrictive. Good fabric matters. Most of all, comfort and confidence matter.

Indian women cricketers show how power dressing works beyond offices and red carpets. Their looks in Mumbai were not about spectacle. They were about self-belief.

Fashion and achievement are not separate conversations anymore. Style can support success. It can amplify confidence. These athletes remind us that power dressing is not about standing out. It is about standing firm.

Views expressed by the author are their own.