International Women’s Day is a global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Significant activity is been in witness worldwide as groups coming together to celebrate women’s achievements or rally for women’s equality. 

Marked annually on March 8th, International Women’s Day (IWD) is one of the most important days of the year to celebrate women’s achievements, raise awareness about women’s equality, lobby for accelerated gender parity to name a few.

Check out some of the women entrepreneur’s views on Women’s Day:

Ruchita Bansal, Founder & Creative Director, Izhaar

Women are the real architects of society! A day when we all come together to remember how strong we are and after how many challenges we as women have achieved equal rights. Be it a homemaker, a professional or an entrepreneur, we women have excelled in every field. The best advice I could give to a woman starting her career? ‘Whatever you do, be different. Don’t try to imitate anyone, be more ambitious. Be persevering and trust yourself. Excellence is the best way to go ahead and don’t fear failure. Dare and get what you want as an independent woman who does not let herself be influenced by what others might think.’ This women’s day let’s make sure to encourage women to take up the profession of their choice and enable them to become financially and economically independent and respect their choice.

Interior Designer Punam Kalra, Creative Director of I’m the Centre for Applied Arts

Don’t hold back!

It’s the time to put your best side forward with a dash of boldness. Connect with your inner self and play along your strengths while you tread the road to innovation, free of age-old conventions. Go wild with imagination and create something that goes beyond the physical.

Archana Aggarwal, Celebrated Jewellery Designer

“AA Woman is free-spirited, an achiever, with a hint of a rebel. She is a diva who gravitates from the conventional.”

We at Archana Aggarwal, celebrate the spirit of Womanhood not only on Women’s Day but every day of the year. Our new collection Anantam is an ode to the modern muse and is design keeping in mind the eternal strength and beauty of women.

It’s time to treat yourself or make your lady feel special with our aesthetically designed pieces that epitomise the spirit of grace, femininity and poise.

Luxury wedding Planner Prerana Agarwal Saxena Founder of Theme Weavers Designs

There is no limit to what we, as women, can accomplish.

Women are emerging fearlessly in the current scenario. This is something I would really like to talk about. I’m into designing, It was kind of in my DNA, never knew it would turn out to be my profession. I never settled for less and currently I don’t know how far i can go? I work each day just to learn more about myself. Self-discoveries are really important for me. I’m a kind of Woman who desires to express their whole and authentic self while experiencing more vitality and freedom. I’m in the notion that women should focus on self-mastery & uplifting the impact they are making in the world. I love working with women who have this strive to help others.

We’re into this niche market where we want to showcase our heritage, art forms and nostalgic wedding culture all around the world. You can call it my passion which I never thought I’ll be into.

Designer Gautam Gupta from the label Asha Gautam

Asha Gupta is the inspiration for the entire team and a role model. She sets the right culture of dedication, hard work, and creativity right from the day she started 23 years back. She displayed then that a woman irrespective of her background, education, and resources can create an identity if she has the will, skills, and determination. Today also their entire design team has a lot of women who really get inspired by her way of working and thinking. The respect she shows for Artisans is also a precedent now and today it is because of such values the brand is able to work with so many crafts. 

Dr. Blossom Kochhar, Founder & Chairperson of the Blossom Kochhar Group of Companies

I feel women should be empowered; they should be given equal rights to prove themselves. They should never stop learning. And the most important thing, women should support each other rather than competition with one another. Only a strong woman can pull another woman.

G.D. Anderson rightly stated, “Feminism isn’t about making women strong. Women are already strong. It’s about changing the way the world perceives that strength.”

Celebrating the success of women is exciting and also, shining a spotlight on progressive action that helps advance women, is important.

Every day is a great day to celebrate the amazing women in your life, but International Women’s Day gives you an extra reason to do just that.

 Being a woman might not always be easy, but we definitely believe it still is worth every moment. Simultaneously, Some of our women fashion designers fondly share their thoughts on their female ‘muse’ for their collections.

BARI INDIA by Nitisha Jain

 “Be positive, Be strong. And always BE YOU“

Mineraal Rooi handkerchief set is dedicated to all the lovely happy women out there. It is handcrafted with a free-flowing fabric and defines imperfection, making it a statement addition. 

“The moment I started designing this piece, I wanted to portray a strong, independent yet very happy powerful woman who is capable of capturing the world. For me, one such powerful being is my really close aunt Mamta Jain from Udaipur, who is the dearest and also the ideal woman who firmly believes that with the right attitude and lots of positivity, one can achieve anything and everything. 

The first piece that I ever made was for her. Hence, I want to dedicate this one to her with endless love and joy.”

RIDHI MEHRA by Ridhi Mehra

“When SHE puts HER mind to something, worlds are built, life happens, possibilities unfurl. Such is the aura of women and it does not compare.”

“As a child, I witnessed my mother and aunt work for numerous hours, dedicating religiously to this industry. It was natural that my calling, too, came from the same roots. After years of commitment to this dynamic industry, growing, learning, and having attained the success I had dreamt of. Likewise, it’s no one but them, to whom I owe everything.”

“The outfit ‘Alia’ from my latest collection – Reflections – is inspired truly by them. The elegant pearl embroidered blouse embellished together with other jewels and classic chiffon draped saree; this ensemble beautifully embodies every essence of a woman. Alia is all about flair with a hint of drama, and sensuality idiosyncratic to the femme!”

EURUMME by Eishita Puri

“A women is the full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture and transform.”

 “My mother literally is the glue that binds us together. In that sense, the way the chain is wrapped around a frame, my mother always, but particularly in times of adversity, wraps herself around her family, protecting us, guiding us, and inspiring us to be strong, fearless, and independent.”

“The Chain Studs from our Rewind Collection is an inspiration and reflection of her!”

GULABO JAIPUR  by Saloni Panwar

“Every women’s success should be an inspiration to another. We’re strongest when we cheer each other on.”

“We all have a story to tell that is an inspiration to the future generations. One woman that really inspires me is Kareena Kapoor Khan and a lot of my collections reflect her personality. Coincidentally, she and I were expecting at the same time which motivated me to create something comfortable, yet trendy!”

“ZARA and FIA from our latest collection would be my pregnancy inspiration, something that I could step out in and yet make a statement in.

According to me, co-ordinates are the quick way to quirky this season.  Moreover, make way for the matchy-matchy trend this season as style gets streamlined with co-ord sets.”

AMARIS by Prerna Rajpal

“The beauty and power of a woman lie not in her clothes or her accessories. It lies in her heart and mind, her passion and dedication, her willpower and values.”

“Sunshine Spectacle from our Gliteratti collection is just that!

Similarly, It is a spectacle and a visually striking display of elegance, beauty and finesse in striking shades of sunny yellow topaz. It was inspired by Queen Rania of Jordan, whose reflection is admired in every facet of life because of her inspiring journey, her efforts to champion children empowerment, promote education. Also, and be a leading lady in the face of power!”

ROSEROOM by Isha

“What a woman wears is how she presents herself to the world!”

“Women, since the beginning, have created a mark in various fields, be it art, politics or cinema. One such lady that has inspired me would be Queen Rania of Jordan.”

“Our garments are a clear depiction of strong women with grace. Further, they are dedicated to the woman of today, to make them feel empowered, and repeat history. Likewise, Power dressing from our collection amalgamates opulence and elegance to meet the ardent aspirations of modern women and narrate a unique story that resonates with them.”

ZWAAN by Tanvi Sawlani

“A perfect woman will always be delicate on the outside, but strong from the inside.”

“A woman who has been a constant inspiration for our many looks since the beginning is Grace Kelly. Often spotted in gorgeous classic and timeless looks, her personal style was an extension of the same. Also, a style icon of the 50’s, her looks are still relevant to today’s contemporary woman.”

Moreover, “The Red and Maroon Tonal Draped Gown from our Silver Lining collection is a homage to her romantic and feminine vibe.”