Work spy: Cool entrepreneurs

Kajal Tejsinghani
Owner, Surfset Fitness India

Alternate workout techniques never fail to please. Surfset is creating waves as a result.

Jersey tank top, Giordano. Cotton pants, thrifted. Leather heels, Tod's. Leather bag, Saint Laurent. Metal bracelet, Evaiya. Metal necklace, Isharya

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Anushka Sani
Owner & creative director, Thought Over Design

In a world where packaging and presentation is everything, this design house takes over this very important for you. Their client list? Nykaa, Flipkart, and Foodhall among others.

Crêpe blouse and trousers; both Rohit Gandhi + Rahul Khanna. Leather loafers, Aldo

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Pooja Shah
Founder, The Ink Pot

A publishing consultancy that helps conceive and give form to penned-down thoughts.

Frilled cotton top, Hemant & Nandita. Cotton trousers, Forever New

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Insia Lacewalla
Co-founder, Small Fry Co.

From curating pop-ups to catering at venues, her culinary company covers pretty much everything food.

Cotton ikat dress, Rajesh Pratap Singh. Leather pumps, Christian Louboutin

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Preeti Verma
Owner, Runaway Bicycle

A label that doesn't follow seasons, rather a story, using handmade fabrics and effortless designs.

Cotton-wool dress and scarf; both Runaway Bicycle. Leather strap watch, Vivienne Westwood

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Mandovi Menon
Co-founder & editor, Homegrown.co.in

This media company serves up the latest in music, art, culture (and sub-cultures), fashion and lifestyle in the country.

Jersey tank top, Promod. Denim overalls, Citizens of Humanity at Mytheresa.com. Patent leather boots, Rajesh Pratap Singh. Silver necklace and armlet;
both vintage

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Shilarna Vaze
Owner & chef, Gaia Home Chef Catering Service

A gourmet catering service that encompasses hosting food shows, reviews and everything else food.

Chiffon top, Jabong.com. Crepe cape, Selvage. Leather pants, Mango. Suede boots, Hermès

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Stuti Desai
Co-founder, Fancypantsthestore.com

The online fashion store sells cool garb and accesories in the best of international trends.

Embellished brocade dress, Gucci. Leather flats, Zara. Acrylic watch, Chanel

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Jas Charanjiva
Co-founder, Kulture Shop

The graphic design house sources artwork from Indian artists across the globe to be printed and sold on everyday objects.

Knit sweater, pleated chiffon skirt; both Fendi. Leather and PVC shoes, Christian Louboutin. Metal earrings, Accessorize

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Meera Ganapathi
Co-owner, The Whimsy Store

Something of a DIY space, the store houses unique, conversation-starting pieces.

Chiffon dress, Michael Kors. Leather shoes, Christian Louboutin. Silver earrings and ring; both thrifted. Metal and stone bracelet, Aquamarine

Photographs: Manasi Sawant; Styling: Akanksha Kamath; Make-Up: Ritoo K Jenjani; Hair: Poonam Solanki; Location courtesy: Social (Lower Parel), Kulture Shop, Birdsong Café; all Mumbai

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