Dia Mehhta Bhupal on making bridal jewellery your personal style statement

I've long told Dia Mehhta Bhupal that she needs to create a jewellery capsule. The artist and photographer has impeccable taste when it comes to her jewels—from repurposing her bridal and trousseau jewellery to everyday pieces that include a collection of self-designed pieces that consistently garner attention. It helps, of course, that she has the support and knowledge of DiA Precious, her family's jewellery and watch business, and her mother, creative director Devaunshi Mehta. But Bhupal's artistic sensibility and distinct flair are entirely her own, and they shine through in the pieces she wears daily. We asked her everything.

I have to ask—do you have a favourite diamond shape?

I have always been drawn to the marquise cut and the kite-shaped rose-cut diamond. There is something elegant and slightly unconventional about both. The marquise has a wonderful sense of movement and elongation, while kite-shaped rose cuts feel almost architectural. One of my favourite pieces is a marquise ring designed by my mother, Devaunshi Mehta, the creative director at DiA. It is simple, with a distinct design language—which is something I am always attracted to.

What are you loving lately, when it comes to jewellery?

I am currently drawn to briolettes, they are both delicate and expressive. I love the way they catch light and move with the wearer. Lately, I have been enjoying layering pieces that add texture, dimension and a sense of individuality to a jewellery story.

Are there pieces you never take off?

My pinky ring and my mini ear cuffs. They have become part of my everyday life. I enjoy jewellery that feels effortless and personal—pieces that quietly become an extension of oneself rather than something reserved for special occasions.

What are your favourites from the new DiA Precious collection?

The briolettes and the brooches. The briolettes bring a softness and fluidity to the collection, while the brooches feel incredibly versatile. I love that they can be styled in multiple ways.

What pieces would you recommend a bride to consider?

Maang tikkas and the Caresse bangles. Both work beautifully as part of a complete bridal look, but they are not confined to that moment. They can be worn independently long after the wedding, making them pieces that remain relevant and meaningful throughout a woman's life.

What stone combinations do you love?

I am drawn to combinations that create contrast rather than perfect harmony. I particularly love rose-cut diamonds paired with gemstones. As an artist, I am often interested in how different materials interact with one another—how transparency, texture and colour create a dialogue. Those unexpected combinations are the ones that feel most alive.

As an artist, are there motifs or symbols that repeatedly appear in your work?

Whether in my practice or in the objects I am drawn to, I often return to ideas of connection, transformation and memory. I am fascinated by forms that sit between the natural and the constructed—organic shapes, fragments, repetition and layering. There is often an exploration of how different worlds coexist and intersect, and I think that sensibility naturally influences the pieces I gravitate towards.

Your personal favourite DiA piece, and how would you style it?

My favourite DiA piece is a handbag designed by my mother Devaunshi Mehta over twenty-five years ago. I love that it represents DiA's spirit of craftsmanship and imagination beyond conventional jewellery. I usually style it quite simply — letting it become the focal point of an understated look.