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Adithya Pappala
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Meet Anita Dongre, one of India's leading fashion moguls, Raised in a creative household, her interest in design was sparked by her mother, who stitched clothes for the family. In 1995, with a small loan from her father and the support of her sister, Anita launched her entrepreneurial journey, starting with a Western wear brand for women. Despite facing early rejections, she persevered and launched her first label, AND, marking the start of her rise in the fashion world. Today, Anita Dongre is synonymous with elegance and innovation, with her brand, the House of Anita Dongre, encompassing multiple labels like Global Desi, Anita Dongre Bridal Couture, and Grassroot. By 2023, her brand had over 270 stores across India and revenues exceeding ₹1,000 crore. Named India's richest female fashion designer by Forbes, with an estimated net worth of $10 million, Anita's impact on the fashion industry continues to grow, further exemplified by her recent collaboration on a Diwali Barbie edition :)
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