<p class="title">Designer Divya Reddy loves travelling. She is a single mother and her profession as a designer doesn't hamper the quality time she spends with her son. In her words, she is a 'hands-on mother'.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Being in the industry for four years Divya has only grown as a designer. From working with established celebrities from the film industry to experimenting with her designs and fabrics in every collection, she has carved a name for herself in the industry. In a chat with <span class="bold">Surupasree Sarmmah</span>, the designer spoke about her love for fashion and her journey in the industry. </p>.<p class="Question">When did you discover your love for fashion?</p>.<p class="bodytext">My love for fashion started when I was too young. Thanks to my mother who was always in support of handlooms of Telangana. It was a part of my growing up and I am glad that she infused that culture in me at a young age. </p>.<p class="Question">How did your parents react to this choice of yours?</p>.<p class="bodytext">Well, choosing this as a career option occurred to me while I was completing my MBA in New York. I thought that fashion designing would be a field I will be more interested in instead of MBA.</p>.<p class="bodytext">My father always told us, "Do whatever in life but be the number one. These words have stayed with me and have a great influence on me every day. My mother has always pushed me to highlight this rich handloom heritage that India is gifted with. </p>.<p class="Question">Being born and brought up in Hyderabad, does your work reflect the royal heritage of the city?</p>.<p class="bodytext">Definitely. I have a great affinity towards intricacies. Most of my collection has Mughal and Nizami influence. One can find the usage of pearls and zardozi works on my collections. </p>.<p class="Question">Your most memorable collection...</p>.<p class="bodytext">I wouldn't say it as a collection but, my first show was very memorable. I was an amateur then. However, that show got me growing.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Roping in a celebrity like Shilpa Shetty for my first show was overwhelming.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Every collection is dear to me and I have grown with each collection. </p>.<p class="Question">Tell us about your latest collection...</p>.<p class="bodytext">The Fall-Winter collection was all about using the Madhapur Tussar. It is absolutely organic and there is no use of chemicals. This unique silk is a year-round fabric which keeps one warm in winters and cool in summers.</p>.<p class="bodytext">This collection has Indo-Western silhouettes with Indian embellishments and the colour palette varies from dark shades like emerald and military greens to softer tones like blush pink. </p>.<p class="Question">Of the celebrities you have worked with, who do you think are the most effortless dressers?</p>.<p class="bodytext">Shilpa Shetty, Malaika Arora and Taapsee Pannu. </p>.<p class="Question">How would you describe Divya Reddy, the designer?</p>.<p class="bodytext">Zero patience for success. (laughs)</p>.<p class="Question">Your holiday look...</p>.<p class="bodytext">It has to be extremely comfortable and flowy silhouettes like a maxi dress. I am a 'no heels' person. </p>.<p class="Question">Three things you can't leave without...</p>.<p class="bodytext">Phone, wallet and 'kajal'. </p>.<p class="Question">Any advice you would like to give to aspiring designers... </p>.<p class="bodytext">This world is a big place and it has a place for everybody. Don't get intimidated by established designers or people who have been in the industry for a long time. </p>
<p class="title">Designer Divya Reddy loves travelling. She is a single mother and her profession as a designer doesn't hamper the quality time she spends with her son. In her words, she is a 'hands-on mother'.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Being in the industry for four years Divya has only grown as a designer. From working with established celebrities from the film industry to experimenting with her designs and fabrics in every collection, she has carved a name for herself in the industry. In a chat with <span class="bold">Surupasree Sarmmah</span>, the designer spoke about her love for fashion and her journey in the industry. </p>.<p class="Question">When did you discover your love for fashion?</p>.<p class="bodytext">My love for fashion started when I was too young. Thanks to my mother who was always in support of handlooms of Telangana. It was a part of my growing up and I am glad that she infused that culture in me at a young age. </p>.<p class="Question">How did your parents react to this choice of yours?</p>.<p class="bodytext">Well, choosing this as a career option occurred to me while I was completing my MBA in New York. I thought that fashion designing would be a field I will be more interested in instead of MBA.</p>.<p class="bodytext">My father always told us, "Do whatever in life but be the number one. These words have stayed with me and have a great influence on me every day. My mother has always pushed me to highlight this rich handloom heritage that India is gifted with. </p>.<p class="Question">Being born and brought up in Hyderabad, does your work reflect the royal heritage of the city?</p>.<p class="bodytext">Definitely. I have a great affinity towards intricacies. Most of my collection has Mughal and Nizami influence. One can find the usage of pearls and zardozi works on my collections. </p>.<p class="Question">Your most memorable collection...</p>.<p class="bodytext">I wouldn't say it as a collection but, my first show was very memorable. I was an amateur then. However, that show got me growing.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Roping in a celebrity like Shilpa Shetty for my first show was overwhelming.</p>.<p class="bodytext">Every collection is dear to me and I have grown with each collection. </p>.<p class="Question">Tell us about your latest collection...</p>.<p class="bodytext">The Fall-Winter collection was all about using the Madhapur Tussar. It is absolutely organic and there is no use of chemicals. This unique silk is a year-round fabric which keeps one warm in winters and cool in summers.</p>.<p class="bodytext">This collection has Indo-Western silhouettes with Indian embellishments and the colour palette varies from dark shades like emerald and military greens to softer tones like blush pink. </p>.<p class="Question">Of the celebrities you have worked with, who do you think are the most effortless dressers?</p>.<p class="bodytext">Shilpa Shetty, Malaika Arora and Taapsee Pannu. </p>.<p class="Question">How would you describe Divya Reddy, the designer?</p>.<p class="bodytext">Zero patience for success. (laughs)</p>.<p class="Question">Your holiday look...</p>.<p class="bodytext">It has to be extremely comfortable and flowy silhouettes like a maxi dress. I am a 'no heels' person. </p>.<p class="Question">Three things you can't leave without...</p>.<p class="bodytext">Phone, wallet and 'kajal'. </p>.<p class="Question">Any advice you would like to give to aspiring designers... </p>.<p class="bodytext">This world is a big place and it has a place for everybody. Don't get intimidated by established designers or people who have been in the industry for a long time. </p>
