Jayalalithaa, in particular, was a trendsetter. Her gallery would show a versatile range—from the crisp cotton sarees worn with high-neck blouses (the "Jackie Kennedy" influence) to chic maxi dresses and oversized sunglasses in films like Vettaiyaadu Vilaiyaadu . She proved that one could be deeply traditional in a Brahminical role one moment, and fiercely modern in a sleeveless top and mini-skirt the next.
Before she became the stern Chief Minister, Jayalalithaa was the "Golden Girl" of Tamil cinema. Her fashion gallery is arguably the most versatile. Jayalalithaa, in particular, was a trendsetter