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Diva Dressed Up
Text by Photographed by Amit Dey and Interviewed by Shirin Mehta
Published: Volume 18, Issue 2, February, 2010

You may see her typically at work in a chic Chanel business suit or at a gallery opening or art exposition in figure-hugging Hervé Léger. She is the lady who stands out in a crowd of fabulous dressers. Anjali Chawla, Delhi socialite and philanthropist is a key player in the real estate development industry in India. As director of BPTP Limited, she was awarded the young entrepreneur of the year award by the FICCI Ladies Organisation for her ‘dynamic contribution to the real estate industry’. And of course she received it in stylish Sabyasachi.

Patron of the Rang Rasiya Freedom of Expression Art Movement which recently celebrated Raja Ravi Varma’s birth anniversary, the young businesswoman has an obvious penchant for all things beautiful. Her closets overflow with Chanel bags, belts, jackets, pearls and dresses. Long flowing gowns from Roberto Cavalli and Alexander McQueen are favourites for a dressy evening out, displaying a taste for western rather than traditional wear. And while she claims that she is “not a jewellery person”, her style philosophy dictates that “elegance is key”

“Style is never about brandishing brands. I like to wear something that complements my persona. In two words, my sense of style is understated and chic.”

Halter waistcoat, high waisted trousers, camelia brooch, charm and chain waistbelt, all from Chanel; black fedora, from Armani; tone encrusted silver bangle, by Roberto Cavalli; limited edition watch, from Chopard; vintage diamond ear-studs.



“Accessories are crucial. A no-accessories look is like you have forgotten your soul behind. Though my accessory story stops at bags and belts. I especially love leather corseted belts. My current favourite is Fendi.”

Fuschia draped and pleated dress, by Ermanio Screvanio; antique gold gladiator sandals, by Giuseppe Zanotti; limited editon textured clutch purse, by Roger Vivier; limited edition jewelled watch, from Chopard; vintage teardrop diamond danglers and diamond-encrusted gold bangle.

“My personal favourites are Karl Lagerfeld and Tarun Tahiliani. And I swear by Roger Vivier bags and Giuseppe Zanotti shoes.”

Jersey pleated limited edition dress, handbag with gold braid, both by Roberto Cavalli; limited edition jewelled watch, from Chophard; vintage teardrop diamond danglers.


“My most noteworthy piece will always be something that I have received with love from someone who matters and hence I am strongly attached to it. Though, if you talk about ‘noteworthiness’ then honestly most of the pieces I pick up are limited editions or one of a kind.”

Black stretch tank, black stretch exercise trousers, both by Stella McCartney for Adidas; silver sneakers, from Hogan.

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