Amba Punjabi is a Fashion & Image Consultant,Bridal & Personal Stylist based in New York, USA.

ABOUT

Amba is a seasoned professional in the luxury bridal fashion industry, with a decade of experience that includes a recent tenure as the Bridal Manager and Client Service Expert at Vera Wang's Madison store in New York City. Her expertise extends to overseeing custom haute couture orders. Amba's stylist credentials are further amplified by her time spent as Head Stylist to India's top bridal couturier and Bollywood's leading costume designer, Manish Malhotra. Her education includes a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Merchandising and Management from The Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, which has equipped her with a wealth of knowledge and a keen eye for style. Amba has developed her skills at some of the fashion industry's most renowned houses, including Oscar de la Renta, Reem Acra, Marchesa, and Brooks Brothers.

Born in the USA, she was raised in India in a family with a rich legacy in both the diamond trade (5 generations on her father's side) and garment exports (2 generations on her mother's side). Her upbringing and heritage have instilled in her a passion for luxury fashion and a commitment to delivering perfection to her discerning clientele. Her global perspective is the result of her extensive travels, including visits to Italy, Switzerland, Japan, Hong Kong, Egypt, Germany, Canada, London, Sri Lanka, Bali, Paris, and beyond. Amba's upbringing, heritage, and experiences have equipped her with the unique combination of cultural awareness and stylistic expertise that sets her apart in the luxury fashion industry.

Amba embraces her identity as a "Global Citizen", which is evident in her distinctive and culturally rich approach to fashion and design. Her upbringing, rooted in Indian traditions, combined with her experiences traveling and exploring the Western world, has endowed her with a unique perspective and an appreciation for diversity. Amba's unique background and travels have made her a sought-after professional, known for her ability to infuse elements of different cultures into her work and deliver truly one-of-a-kind designs.

EXPERIENCE

Amba has over a decade of experience in the luxury fashion industry, honing her skills in both New York and India by styling brides and celebrities. She has graced the pages of some of the world's most prestigious wedding albums, including Plaza weddings in New York City and destination weddings in the Greek islands and Middle East. Her impressive portfolio in India boasts of having styled Bollywood's elite, including Kareena Kapoor, Katrina Kaif, Karan Johan, Arjun Kapoor, and Isha Ambani. Amba believes that fashion is the most powerful form of self-expression. It is movement, design, and architecture all in one that showcases our individuality, and her philosophy is to bring out the best version of every person she styles. With her expertise, let Amba elevate your fashion sense and help you express your unique self to the world.