And that she did. In 1995, Dongre founded her eponymous label, House of Anita Dongre, which has since expanded with additional companies: Grassroot (a subset of sustainable pieces), Pinkcity (her fine jewelry line) and Global Desi, all of which blend modern styles with traditional craftsmanship.

The new Barbie Signature Diwali edition comes with a moonlight bloom lehenga designed by Dongre, which includes a choli top, a floral Koti vest, and a lehenga skirt that has intricately been done in dahlia, jasmine, and Indian lotus flowers. Dahlia generally is associated with strength and Jasmine speaks of beauty.