DIYA MEHTA JATIA

HELLO! GETS SOME FACE TIME WITH THE LUXURY FASHION CONSULTANT, JET-SETTER AND MOTHER OF TWO AT HER LONDON HOME

- JEENA J BILLIMORIA

Diya Mehta Jatia wears many chic hats: wife, mother, fashion consultant, stylist and global jet-setter. Soft-spoken with an endearing personality, the charming Mumbai-bred, UK-based fashionista is no stranger to the world of luxury. Her love of fashion began at an early age, further cemented by an innate sense of style that's seemingly inimitable. The youngest daughter of Mona and Russell Mehta (a prominent jeweller in Mumbai), Diya pursued Graphic Design at Central Saint Martins and the London College of Communication. After marrying at 24, she and businessman husband Ayush Jatia moved to the UK. As she shoots exclusively for HELLO! from her home in London, we get a rare glimpse of life at the top with Diya.

How did you begin your journey as a fashion consultant?

Fashion always drew me in, even though I dabbled in other artistic fields. My interest led me to styling internships and visual merchandising, followed by on-shoot fashion consulting. My journey felt guided toward this direction quite naturally.

What does a typical day in your life look like?

I normally start my day at 6 am, enjoy some coffee, then engage in physical activities like tennis, gym or dance. After spending some quality time with the kids, I drop them off at school and head to my favourite café to finish my work. Then comes managing housework or organising activities for the rest of the day. Once the kids are back from school, our evenings typically involve outings at the playground, followed by dinner at home, relaxation and perhaps some meditation or reading.

Can you elaborate on your personal style? What are your go-to brands and how do you use fashion to express yourself?