India, Aug. 8 -- For years, umbrellas have largely been treated as seasonal necessities-something we pick up when the rain arrives and forget about once the skies clear. But recently, actor-politician Kangana Ranaut flaunted an unexpected take on monsoon dressing, drawing attention to an accessory that usually gets little consideration beyond its functionality: the humble umbrella.

Kangana, whose Parliament style is defined by crisp handloom sarees and high-end designer bags, attended the Parliament House in New Delhi during the Monsoon Session while carrying a printed, colourful umbrella from luxury design house Good Earth.

Her cool umbrella looked striking in a sea of plain Jane black umbrellas. Priced at Rs.6,100, the aqua-coloured u...