Lavish and Johara Global collaborate to celebrate Saudi Culture

Lavish and Johara Global collaborate to celebrate Saudi Culture
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Lavish Concept Store and Johara Global on November 21 joined forces to host an event at the Lavish pop-up in The Music Room, Mayfair, London. (Johara Global)
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Updated 23 November 2024
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Lavish and Johara Global collaborate to celebrate Saudi Culture

Lavish and Johara Global collaborate to celebrate Saudi Culture
  • Lavish founders Nada Altobaishi and Hala Alsharekh said in a statement: “Lavish Concept Store is more than just a destination for luxury and style; it is a platform where innovation, culture, and creativity thrive

LONDON: Lavish Concept Store and Johara Global on Thursday joined forces to host an event at the Lavish pop-up in The Music Room, Mayfair, London, celebrating the timeless beauty and rich traditions of Saudi culture.

Lavish Concept Store aims to foster creativity and innovation, while Johara Global is a platform to support female leaders and enable them to fulfil their potential.

In line with Saudi Vision 2030, the event offered an immersive cultural experience, spotlighting the heritage and artistry of Saudi Arabia through a blend of fashion, art and cuisine.

A fashion show featuring traditional Saudi costumes showed off the intricate craftsmanship and rich heritage of the region.

Lavish founders Nada Altobaishi and Hala Alsharekh said in a statement: “Lavish Concept Store is more than just a destination for luxury and style; it is a platform where innovation, culture, and creativity thrive.

“We are committed to curating exclusive, high-quality products while showcasing the work of emerging artists and artisans.

“Our vision is to redefine the retail experience by blending timeless elegance with cutting-edge trends, all while championing artistic expression and cultural diversity. At Lavish, we strive to inspire confidence and elevate everyday living through the fusion of luxury, culture, and innovation.”

Katie Partridge, founder and chairwoman of Johara Global, and Intisar Alyamani, CEO of Johara Global said in a statement: “Johara Global was set up with a mission to bridge the east-west gap and foster the leadership of women through our four main pillars. Collaborations like these create a lasting and powerful impact on the community. We are delighted to join forces to achieve this.”

 


Lebanese model Nour Arida reveals new looks at Paris Fashion Week

Lebanese model Nour Arida reveals new looks at Paris Fashion Week
Updated 08 March 2025
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Lebanese model Nour Arida reveals new looks at Paris Fashion Week

Lebanese model Nour Arida reveals new looks at Paris Fashion Week

DUBAI: Lebanese model Nour Arida has been making waves at Paris Fashion Week, showcasing a fresh fair-haired bob while attending some of the season’s most anticipated shows.

The model has been spotted at various runway events, including Nina Ricci, Chloe, and Rabanne.

For the Chloe show, Arida embraced a luxurious, vintage-inspired aesthetic in a floor-length tiger-print fur coat layered over a black jumpsuit. She accessorized with bold gold jewelry, a structured red handbag and burgundy stiletto heels.

She turned heads in her Rabanne look, stepping out in a striking metallic mini dress made of reflective mirror-like panels connected by metal hardware. The futuristic geometric design featured bold cutouts on the back. She completed the look with a shimmering silver chain-link bag and matching platform heels.

Arida opted for a glamorous yet playful take on classic Parisian style for the Nina Ricci show. She wore a strapless black polka-dot mini dress with ruched detailing, paired with sheer black tights. A matching polka-dot scarf wrapped around her head, adding a vintage Hollywood touch, while black cat-eye sunglasses and red lipstick completed the ensemble.

Arida was not the only Arab fashion star making waves in Paris. Another standout moment came from Gigi Hadid, who commanded the runway at Schiaparelli.

The US Dutch Palestinian model opened the Schiaparelli show on Thursday wearing a black wool crepe jacket featuring an oversized tonal shearling collar. Cinched at the waist, the jacket was accentuated by belt straps adorned with Schiaparelli’s signature keyhole bijou in gold metal.

The supermodel paired the statement jacket with matching high-waisted cowboy pants and accessorized with the brand’s trompe l’oeil earrings in hammered golden brass, shaped like an alligator’s tail.


What to wear this Ramadan: A selection of seasonal collections from international brands 

What to wear this Ramadan: A selection of seasonal collections from international brands 
Updated 07 March 2025
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What to wear this Ramadan: A selection of seasonal collections from international brands 

What to wear this Ramadan: A selection of seasonal collections from international brands 

RIYADH: This Ramadan, top fashion brands from around the world are debuting limited-edition collections and campaigns that fuse traditional influences with contemporary style, capturing the essence of this season of reflection and celebration. 

Missoni 

Missoni’s SS25 Ramadan Capsule Collection blends elegance with modest designs, featuring flowing dresses, wide-leg pants, soft blouses, and layered cardigans. “Evoking themes of renewal,” according to the press release, the palette features rich greens and sandy hues, with the Italian label’s signature zigzag Raschel fabric and metallic embroidery. 

Tory Burch 

The US designer’s Ramadan collection features both clothing and accessories, including the Eleanor Metallic Mini Satchel in gold, lavender, and silver, paired with chic slingbacks and mules. Lightweight silk separates in the brand’s signature T Monogram could work for iftar and suhoor gatherings. The collection also features jewelry with pave crystals, pearls, and star charms, along with classic watches. 

Loewe 

The Spanish luxury house’s collection — the campaign for which is fronted by Saudi Arabian actress and filmmaker Sarah Taibah — “celebrates effortless sophistication with a curated selection of ready-to-wear, handbags, and accessories designed for the season.” It features kaftans, tunics, and wide-leg trousers in a muted palette of sand, ivory, and deep emerald, enhanced with delicate embroidery and metallic accents. The collection also sees the brand’s signature bags get a Ramadan makeover.  

Farfetch 

The luxury label platform is running a modestwear campaign for Ramadan, “featuring chic neutrals, bold prints, and exclusive designs.” With a focus on family, togetherness, and celebration, the collection features tailored suits, flowing kaftans, dreamy evening dresses and luxe loungewear. Featured labels include Brunello Cucinelli, Burberry, Oscar de la Renta, and Shatha Essa. 

McQueen 

The British luxury fashion house has launched a six-piece capsule collection, with flowy florals and dreamy drapes — from wide-leg trousers and oversized shirts to a midi dress with delicate bib detailing. For evening glamour, there’s a twisted-drape tunic and a chiffon cape dress with crystal embroidery. For accessories, pick from a fuchsia python, black suede T-Bar bags and clutches, and gold-crystal embellished sandals and ruched mules. 

Coach 

Palestinian-Chilean singer Elyanna is the face of the US label’s Ramadan campaign, “celebrating modern elegance with a touch of timeless charm.” The collection showcases signature pieces including leather handbags, tailored coats, and flowy dresses, all in soft neutrals and metallic accents with an emphasis on comfort, versatility, and sophistication. 

Tom Ford 

The US fashion label’s first ever Ramadan capsule collection includes four women’s and three men’s looks, and accessories ranging from bags to shoes. The collection draws inspiration from night and day, with tones ranging from beige to blue.  For women, the items include a matching set of kaftan and shirt. For men, the items include a bomber jacket, trousers, shirt and shorts. 

Dior 

The French luxury label’s collection features a rich palette of gold, ivory, and deep jewel tones. You’ll find elegant kaftans, flowing dresses, and tailored separates, each crafted with luxurious fabrics and intricate detailing. Metallic accents, delicate embroidery, and shimmering embellishments elevate the designs, making them perfect for both daytime and evening celebrations. 


What to wear this Ramadan: A selection of seasonal collections from regional brands 

What to wear this Ramadan: A selection of seasonal collections from regional brands 
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Updated 06 March 2025
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What to wear this Ramadan: A selection of seasonal collections from regional brands 

What to wear this Ramadan: A selection of seasonal collections from regional brands 

DUBAI: With Ramadan underway, fashion brands across the region have unveiled their latest collections. From embroidered kaftans to flowing abayas and statement accessories, these collections offer a variety of options for both daytime gatherings and evening celebrations. Whether rooted in Saudi, Moroccan or Lebanese craftsmanship, each label brings a unique perspective to modest fashion this season.  

Amarah 

The Saudi brand’s Ramadan edit has not only abayas and kaftans but also jewelry to accessorize your modest looks this month. Their gold crescent-shaped hoop earrings, adorned with blue and green beads, will add a decorative touch to your outfits. Another standout piece is this deep green velvet ensemble with intricate embroidery, featuring a dramatic cape and tiered skirt. 

Amarah's Ramadan edit has not only abayas and kaftans but also jewelry to accessorize your modest looks this month. (Supplied)

Dal  

The Saudi label’s Ramadan capsule collection showcases a variety of fabrics and colors, featuring organza with raffia collar embroidery and sand satin. Earth-toned pieces incorporate crochet details and hand-stitched craftsmanship. The collection highlights ethereal drapes and artisanal techniques, showcasing a blend of traditional methods and contemporary construction. 

Dal's Ramadan capsule collection showcases a variety of fabrics and colors. (Supplied)

LN Family  

Dubai-based LN Family has launched its first Ramadan collection, featuring four abayas in a classic neutral color palette. The designs incorporate flowing silhouettes in satin, crepe and sheer fabrics. From muted earth tones to black with feathered accents, the collection balances cultural heritage with modern wearability for Ramadan gatherings. 

Dubai-based LN Family has launched its first Ramadan collection. (Supplied)

ASHAALIA 

ASHAALIA’s Ramadan collection, designed by creative director Asheema Razak, merges Eastern craftsmanship with European influences. The collection features hand-beaded abayas in silk and satin, adorned with intricate embellishments. Earth tones, blacks, and jewel-toned greens all feature, and the collection as a whole showcases Razak’s multicultural heritage and a focus on sustainable techniques and materials.

ASHAALIA’s Ramadan collection, designed by creative director Asheema Razak, merges Eastern craftsmanship with European influences. (Supplied)

DUHA  

Duha, founded by Tunisian designer Duha Bukadi, is offering a Ramadan footwear collection, in which one of the standout designs is the EVA line, which includes crystals arranged in the shape of a foot on the front part of the shoes, making them statement pieces as well as practical choices for Ramadan celebrations. The collection also includes BB Strass heels in silver, gold and black. The sandals are adorned with small metallic studs along the straps and heel counter.  

The collection  includes BB Strass heels in silver, gold and black. (Supplied)

Orient 499  

Orient 499’s collection is apparently inspired by the classic book “Alf Leila Wa Leila” (1001 Arabian Nights). It features kaftans, abayas and jellabas with intricate hand embroidery, silk brocades and gold accents. The men’s collection includes embroidered tunics, tailored jackets with metallic detailing, and relaxed linen shirts, incorporating traditional motifs and artisanal stitching. 

Orient 499’s collection is apparently inspired by the classic book “Alf Leila Wa Leila” (1001 Arabian Nights). (Supplied)

Selma Benomar 

Selma Benomar’s Ramadan collection is influenced by her Moroccan heritage and features contemporary kaftans and flowing gowns crafted from silk, chiffon, velvet and organza, adorned with hand embroidery, beading and metallic threadwork. The color palette ranges from earthy tones to vibrant jewel hues, reflecting the season’s spirit and there are options for both daytime and evening gatherings. 

Selma Benomar’s Ramadan collection is influenced by her Moroccan heritage. (Supplied)

Dima Ayad  

The Lebanese designer’s collection highlights her signature silhouettes in earthy tones and metallic finishes. The collection includes kaftans, kimonos and dresses designed for versatility, and featuring feather-trimmed sleeves, geometric metallic prints and voluminous draping. A key part of the collection is The Flower Edit, which incorporates embroidered florals and shimmering sequins.  

Dima Ayad's  collection highlights her signature silhouettes in earthy tones and metallic finishes. (Supplied)

 


Amina Muaddi attends Alaia show in Paris

Amina Muaddi attends Alaia show in Paris
Updated 05 March 2025
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Amina Muaddi attends Alaia show in Paris

Amina Muaddi attends Alaia show in Paris

DUBAI: Romanian Jordanian designer Amina Muaddi attended the Maison Alaia Summer/Fall 2025 fashion show during Paris Fashion Week.

The footwear designer was spotted wearing an all-black ensemble featuring a sleek leather set with a structured, oversized silhouette. The standout element of her look was a fringe-detailed top that cascaded from her shoulders.

Her hair was slicked back into a bun, complementing her sharp, defined makeup, which featured a bronzed complexion, sculpted brows and a nude glossy lip.

Loli Bahia showed off an all-black look. (Supplied)

Muaddi watched from the front row as models walked the runway in the brand’s latest designs, including regional catwalk stars like French Algerian model Loli Bahia and Mona Tougaard, who has Danish, Turkish, Somali and Ethiopian ancestry.

Bahia wore a black, high-gloss, oversized leather coat with a padded structure, a wide belt cinching the waist, and long, voluminous sleeves. The coat also featured a cushioned collar wrapping around the neck.

Meanwhile, Tougaard was dressed in a fitted, long-sleeved burgundy bodysuit with an attached padded circular hood framing her face. The bodysuit was tucked into a high-waisted, off-white pleated maxi skirt that fell to the ankles.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“The Summer Fall 2025 collection began with thoughts of history, of geography, of sculpture, and always of women. They are all part of the clothes, within them,” the brand, which was founded by late Tunisian couturier Azzedine Alaia, said in show notes. 

The runway featured garments with kinetic movement, brought to life through pleats and drapes. Designs included hoods that framed the face, structured silhouettes and layered fabrics. The pieces were shaped to highlight the body's curves, incorporating padding. 

The venue featured sculptures by Dutch artist Mark Manders, highlighting the connection between fashion and art. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The show’s soundtrack, “Liefde,” composed by Gustave Rudman, featured Egyptian soprano Fatma Said’s rendition of “Aatini al-Nay wa-Ghanni,” with lyrics by Lebanese poet Khalil Gibran. 

Muaddi had a busy evening in Paris. After the Alaia show, we went to the Musée du Louvre to attend the Le Grand Dîner du Louvre, the fundraising event that celebrates the new Louvre Couture exhibition that opened on Jan. 24. 

Celebrities including Victoria and David Beckham, Michelle Yeoh, Danai Gurira and Jisoo arrived in style, while supermodels Carla Bruni, Naomi Campbell and Gigi Hadid were also in attendance.


Georgina Rodriguez teams up with Mayyas dance troupe for new campaign  

Georgina Rodriguez teams up with Mayyas dance troupe for new campaign  
Updated 04 March 2025
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Georgina Rodriguez teams up with Mayyas dance troupe for new campaign  

Georgina Rodriguez teams up with Mayyas dance troupe for new campaign  

DUBAI: Argentine model Georgina Rodriguez has joined forces with Lebanese dance group Mayyas, who won the 17th season of “America's Got Talent,” for a new campaign.

They starred in an advertisement for Egyptian real estate company Horizon Egypt Developments, where Rodriguez and the Mayyas promote Saada, a real estate development in New Cairo in Egypt.

The video opens with a formal outdoor gathering in a desert setting, where guests dressed in evening attire socialize under draped golden canopies and soft candlelight. 

Rodriguez arrives in a shimmering gold, form-fitting gown, drawing attention as she walks through the crowd.

She stops and watches as the Mayyas perform a choreographed routine to orchestral music. The dancers were dressed in black and gold outfits, paired with gold eye masks, moving in the synchronized formations they have become famous for.

During the event, a waiter hands Rodriguez a letter. After reading it, she makes a phone call and says in Spanish, “Pack my bags. She reached before me.” The scene then transitions to her getting into a luxury car and when the driver asks for their destination, she responds: “It’s always Saada.”

This is not Rodriguez’s first campaign for Saada. In October, she led a campaign for Saada Sahel, another real estate development on Egypt’s North Coast.

In the video, she was seen speaking on the phone, saying: “I already got the tickets, we are going next summer.”

For the campaign, she wore a white lace-trimmed sundress with spaghetti straps and a fitted bodice featuring intricate lace detailing.

The look was accessorized with a necklace from Egyptian brand Nado’s Jewelry’s Perle collection, which includes large, rounded links alternating between polished gold and diamond-encrusted surfaces. 

Teaming up with Rodriguez and winning “America’s Got Talent” are not the only global milestones for the Mayyas.

In 2023, Nadim Cherfan, the founder and choreographer of the dance troupe, reached a major career milestone when he choreographed part of Beyonce’s performance at the grand opening of Atlantis The Royal in Dubai.

“To the artist of my life Beyonce, thank you for making my dream come true. Thank you for being the humblest, most professional and phenomenal human that you are,” he shared on social media at the time.