Cover graphic by Amir Rashid.
Cover Cover graphic by Amir Rashid
The Miss Universe Malaysia 2019 finalist and Miss Habib 2019 balances her busy schedule as a business student and a celebrity in style
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Photo credit: Khairul Imran / Malaysia Tatler
Above Nikita wears a nude sequin dress from Robinsons and sports a clutch bag from The Chic Initiative.

A natural in front of the camera, Nikita Menon requires minimal direction at the photoshoot in the living area of her family home. The 23-year-old is also effortlessly stylish, with the ability to transition a single outfit from one look to another with the right accessories. For instance, her crisp white jumpsuit goes from casual tropical to evening chic by changing out nude heels with a pair of dark stilettoes. 

Let's hear more from her about how she manages to keep her stylish front.

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1. How would you describe your style?

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Photo credit: Khairul Imran / Malaysia Tatler
Above Nikita pairs an all white Guess jumpsuit with her handy Coach handbag for the evening.

"I have a combination of styles. For colours, it ranges from white and earthy tones to prints and multi-coloured pieces. I guess you could say I have no middle ground; it’s either subtle and simple or full-on flamboyant. I love long silhouettes and irregular geometric shapes with soft edges because it accentuates my height."

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2. What do you enjoy most about dressing up?

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Above Bright and bold for the day, Nikita is in all Guess with heels by Manolo Blahnik

"I love to mix and match pieces. I love to switch things up by using older items like something from my high school days and pair them with a new accessory."

3. Do you feel the pressure to change your style now that you're a beauty queen?

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Nikita is a fan of classic styles from the Fifties and Seventies.
Above Nikita is a fan of classic styles from the Fifties and Seventies

"I think the pressure is to ensure I don’t stray from who I am – especially since being in the pageant. I'm now more confident with my own style."

4. Is there a style trend that you dislike?

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Above Nikita wears an embroidered silver dress from Robinsons with a clutch from The Chic Initiative

"Saggy trousers!"

5. Any style tip that you'd like to share?

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Nikita can't leave her home without her earrings.
Above Nikita says she won't leave home without her earrings, her one wardrobe essential

"Be true to yourself. By all means, be experimental and go for what you love."

6. Do you have a style motto?

Top Day, 
Bottom Night

Swipe from up to down to see how Nikita changes her day to night look. 

"If you like it, buy it or you'll regret later."

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Above White jumpsuit from Guess

How Nikita Style Her Jumpsuit For Day

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Photo 1 of 5 Multi-coloured denim jacket from Guess
Photo 2 of 5 Belt bag from Guess
Photo 3 of 5 Scarf and sunnies from Forever 21
Photo 4 of 5 Nude heels from Rhea Tan
Photo 5 of 5 Earrings from Psyndrome

How Nikita Style Her Jumpsuit For Night

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Photo 1 of 3 Animal print handbag from Coach
Photo 2 of 3 TAG Heuer Aquaracer watch
Photo 3 of 3 Stilettos from Manolo Blahnik. 

Credits

Photography  

Khairul Imran

Design  

Amir Rashid

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