That Nita Ambani is the epitome of grace and opulence is no secret. The chairperson of the Reliance Foundation showcased her unmatched elegance at a private reception held before Donald Trump’s swearing-in ceremony. As the founder of the cultural icon Nita Mukesh Ambani Cultural Centre (NMACC), she adorned herself in a breathtaking traditional Kanchipuram silk sari, featuring over 100 intricate motifs inspired by South India’s magnificent temples.
The evening, attended by luminaries like tech tycoon Jeff Bezos and his fiancée Lauren Sanchez, became even more remarkable thanks to Nita’s dazzling choice of jewels.
While some might say Nita and Mukesh Ambani go hand in hand, it’s far more fitting to declare that the 60-year-old Reliance matriarch and jaw-dropping jewelry are the ultimate pair. This time, she flaunted a 200-year-old, 18th-century heritage Indian pendant that perfectly complemented the intricate artistry of her sari. The statement-making pendant, shaped like a parrot, was adorned with vibrant emeralds, rubies, diamonds, and pearls. Hailing from South India, the piece also boasted striking red and green enamel work, making it pop beautifully against her understated yet regal ensemble.
For those who think she stops at jewelry, you’ve clearly underestimated the woman who owns the Mumbai Indians cricket team in the Indian Premier League. As always, Nita added an unforgettable accessory to her look, a rare Hermès Kelly Mini Crocodile bag in black with 24-karat gold-plated hardware. The much-coveted Hermès Kelly 20, a vintage piece worth nearly $45,000 and remains the envy of fashion aficionados, was the ultimate finishing touch.
Nita, a professionally trained dancer, is the proud owner of one of the world’s most extraordinary jewelry collections. Among her legendary pieces is a $25 million antique ornament that once graced the turban of Emperor Shah Jahan. This exquisite piece, dating back to 1875–1900, was ingeniously transformed into an armlet, worn with unparalleled style by the woman who calls a $2 billion mansion home. Another standout from her collection is the $7.5 million emerald necklace she wore at her son Anant’s pre-wedding festivities. Featuring 863 carats of emeralds, this masterpiece took three painstaking years to craft.
Nita Ambani, the wife of Asia’s richest man, Mukesh Ambani, worth $98 billion, has redefined accessorizing by turning heirloom-worthy treasures into everyday staples. It’s not just style; it’s the Ambani way.
