Cosmopolitan India

For the Love of Local

MAIA SETHNA MALHOTRA, ENTREPRENEUR AND DIGITAL CREATOR

“This black, embellished dress by Zara Umrigar is a dream. It is elegant, with a little bit of edge, which is an accurate representation of my personal style. Both Zara and her mother, Sabita Dhanrajgir, are extremely skilled designers. Her mother has the most exquisite saris and Indianwear to her credit, while Zara’s designs embody a modern take on old Hollywood glamour, with beautiful, hand-embroidered pieces. I last wore this dress to

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