RAJMATA GAYATRI DEVI

Making a comeback on Verve’s best dressed list is perennial style icon, Rajmata Gayatri Devi. We love the timeless appeal that makes her a peerless fashion diva. Her articulation, reminiscent of the Raj and refined conduct, prevail over the fact that she never actually changes her look.

To the manor born, she is always draped in dainty French chiffon saris. Following in the footsteps of her mother, Maharani Indira Devi, also a renowned beauty, the Rajmata doesn’t stray from these hallmarks of her majestic allure. Pastel colours remain a preference, with aquas and soft greens ruling. Accessorised with precision, right down to the painstakingly perfect coiffure, she carries bags from around the globe, especially France. A current favourite seems to be a dark green, quilted handbag.

Subtle hues and fine prints, offset with splendid diamond jewellery are characteristic of her graceful élan. Diamonds are definitely this maharani’s best friends and from the rock gifted by her late husband, to the resplendent Cartier family heirlooms, she has a soft spot for the gems. She mixes and matches – uncut diamonds set with precious coloured stones or glittering individual solitaires. Her immense fondness for the Nav Ratan necklace (ruby, emerald, coral, sapphire, pearl, diamond, garnet, cat’s eye and yellow topaz strung together on a gold chain), again a gift from the maharaja, remains unchanged. Recently, as a tribute to her, an exclusive line of solitaires was launched, proving her transcendent elegance.

Verve celebrates the unparalleled charisma – even at 85 – of the Rajmata, as she continues to be a symbol of sophistication and beauty.

Memorable Moment – At a recent event, the Rajmata was enchanting in a powder blue chiffon sari, complemented by a platinum and diamond necklace, which sported a large oval pendant with an exquisite portrait of her late husband, the Maharaja of Jaipur. Stylish…and sentimental too!