Have you noticed how more and more Bollywood celebrities are embracing brooches as a part of their festive fashion? Bollywood’s leading men are elevating their accessory game, and leading the charge are Vijay Varma, Vishal Jethwa and Karan Johar.
Once a purely functional adornment meant to fasten garments, it has now become the centerpiece of men’s style. Here are some celebrity-approved tips to ace the brooch look.
From red carpets to wedding functions, male celebrities are proving that a single well-chosen brooch can elevate even the simplest kurta look. Among them, three men are truly standing out for their distinct interpretations of this classic accessory — Vijay Varma, Vishal Jethwa, and Karan Johar.
Vijay Varma, known for his impeccable charm, has always liked to keep it simple. Whether he’s attending film premieres or fashion events, his approach to brooch styling is clean. Often seen in sculpted Gaurav Gupta ensembles, Vijay opts for sleek metallic brooches that add just the right amount of flair without overpowering his outfit.
Varma’s styling is a lesson in how one small accent can redefine the tone of an entire ensemble.
Vijay Varma. (Photo: IG/itsvijayvarma)
While Vijay leans towards minimalism, Vishal Jethwa confidently embraces maximalism. The actor recently wore a huge collection of brooches, and we were awestruck.
As is clear from his brooch collection, Vishal is not afraid to experiment. He’s often seen layering multiple brooches that create a bold visual statement. For Vishal, the brooch isn’t just an accessory; it’s a conversation starter.
And then there’s Karan Johar, who has an amusing brooch collection. Never the one to shy away from something eccentric, KJo brings his signature quirk to the brooch trend with his now-iconic evil eye pin.
For one of his outings, Johar flaunted his Schiaparelli Telephone Dial brooch. The hammered gold, brass and enamel brooch featuring a telephone dial is inspired by a historic collaboration between Elsa Schiaparelli and Salvador Dali. You can buy the brooch for $2,941 (approximately ₹1,65,194) on Schiaparelli's official website.
Did you know that the brooch wasn’t always a symbol of style? Historically, it served a functional purpose — fastening garments like cloaks or sarees. Over time, it transitioned into a decorative object. Today, it has evolved into a powerful tool of personal expression, breaking gender norms and redefining formalwear.
