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Egypt’s fashion industry takes an international leap for SS17
According to the world’s most prominent fashion experts, September is the new year of the fashion calendar. It is the peak time when trends emerge and designers fight for survival. The significant month gains its importance from the respectable line of international fashion weeks. From New York to London and Paris, every year the industry’s …
Hussein Bazaza awakens the eternal beauty of Sophia, the Alchemist
She was born a princess: rich, beautiful, and influential. However, her power was always limited for it was only a matter of time before it would age. Princess Sophia lived during the medieval ages in Europe, when alchemy was both a vital science and method of art. For years, the princess searched for the elixir …
Marmar Halim steps on Hollywood’s red carpets
“Skylar Grey’s stylist picked the dress during her shopping tour at the Los Angeles Fashion Avenue and luckily, she chose to wear the dress for this special occasion,” says designer
Maram: an international brand with local roots
“I definitely want to return [to Egypt] in the next few years and involve myself in this area of industry through sourcing materials and manufacturing locally,” says designer
Dina Shaker: international advocate for quality and comfort
“Clients usually welcome the label as an international brand that provides creative designs in natural materials with competitive prices,” says the designer
In Video: The niqabi fashion designer puts soul in clothes
Video by Asmaa Gamal Edited by Ahmed Magdy
5 fashion statements for summer 2016
Whether chilling on the beach or spending the night in one of the country’s biggest parties, fashion statements are important. While few local labels have already proven to be great wearable companions to all sorts of occasions, the year’s busiest season requires a few iconic pieces. This year Sahel has established itself as Egypt’s top …
UNTY pays tribute to local legends
“Each collection will feature another addition to the series. The first one we chose is a tribute to Stella,” says co-founder
Haute-Tech Fashion: is Egypt ready to wear technology on its sleeves?
In 1999, model Shalom Harlow stood on a revolving platform while her classic white dress was completely transformed by none other than a pair of robotic arms. The shocking presentation was part of the late Alexander McQueen’s spring show and the beginning of a new era in fashion. Technology has greatly affected all aspects of …
Little Women: from literature to wearable grace
The designs are mainly inspired by the characters’ journey from adolescence to maturity, says designer
Bakchic: Morocco’s fashion ambassador
“The main goal of Bakchic is to make all kinds of traditional clothing that are true treasures of Morocco and the Arab world a daily casual choice of wardrobe,” says designer
Norine Farah speaks to wallflowers with SS16 collection
A wallflower is a southern European plant that blooms in the early spring. Its yellow and dark shades of red make it beautifully and subtly blend with nature’s green landscape. With that said, in each gathering a wallflower commonly falls back to the corners of the room─a person who is too shy to standout or …
Up-Fuse morphs up-cycling and Eid festivities together
“Colourful decorations in the street are a simple expression of what Up-Fuse can give back to society,” says design manager
Future Nostalgia creates a bridge between past and present childhood
As summer approaches, many look to discover new destinations while others choose to go back to their favourite childhood activities. Nostalgia might be a notion that can come by any day throughout the year, but it is definitely a frequent summer companion. For an entire generation, summer was spent watching and sketching fictional cartoon characters. …
Maria Grazia Chiuri named first female director of Christian Dior
The House of Dior has named Maria Grazia Chiuri as its new creative director. The French fashion house hopes to replicate the sales success engineered by Chiuri for Italian label Valentino. Italian Maria Grazia Chiuri will be the first female creative director of Christian Dior, the famed French fashion house announced on Friday. This means …
Even at 70, the bikini never gets old
In 1946, a French engineer came up with a scandalous new piece of clothing for women: the bikini, strips of cloth that revealed more than they hid on the beach and in the pool.
International fashion industry mourns Bill Cunningham
The man, Bill Cunningham, is considered the world’s most prominent fashion photographer. Cunningham died at the age of 78 in Manhattan, New York.
Walk the line: contemporary jewellery between past and future
Egypt’s leading jewellery-making school, the Design Studio by Azza Fahmy (DSAF), celebrated its new patch of students through a special night that focused on the country’s heritage and its artistic future, under the name of “Walk the Line”.
The Closet: the ever-growing value of vintage
“Old is gold. I am a true believer in the power of vintage over the shine of recent production,” says founder
Fashion and jewellery designers celebrate Ramadan with Ahl Masr Foundation
Designer Shahira Fawzy showcased an oriental collection that went hand in hand with the current season. Meanwhile, Farida Temraz took part in the charity auction with a gown of her design that was worn at the Academy Awards
Bambah Boutique: bringing the 1950s back
Daily News Egypt sat down with with Rasheed to learn more about her fashion initiative, her love for the good-old times, and her future expansion plans in her homeland: Egypt
London Collections Men returns with a modern statement for the new season
“London continues to confirm its place as the home of menswear, a hub of creativity showing the very best designers to a global audience,” says chairperson
‘Wonders of Nature’: a wearable garden of gems
“Wonders of Nature” is a 12-piece collection that aims to create wearable replicas of the universe’s most fascinating elements.
The Challenge of Autism: reading the signs and early intervention
Autism affects roughly 1 in 68 children. While the disorder is not particularly common, catching it at an early age is fundamental to assisting children with autism. And in Egypt, unfortunately there are only a select number of centres that can assist in detecting autism
Sarah’s Bag: when fashion meets social responsibility
“The woman who wears Sarah’s Bag appreciates both the fashion and the cause; she is creative, expressive and definitely has a sense of humour,” says designer
Hoxton House: one-stop destination for local gentlemen
According to the designer, a Hoxton guy is the kind of who can get away with anything and still look good while doing it
Cairo Fashion Festival celebrates SS16 with technology and drama
Cairo Fashion Festival (CFF), Egypt’s seasonal platform for fashion and couture, returned for its sixth season to celebrate the current summer/spring season
Cairo couture and Porsche join forces to celebrate fashion
CCC’s line-up included local talents, such as Sherif Nasr, Ola Mohamed, the magnificent Moja Khafagi, Ghada Ebeid, Alia Nagui, and Soheir Masood.
New virtual boutique to harbour local designers
Egypt’s first fashion journey was organised to celebrate the launch of Jumia Chic Boutique. This virtual shop represents the website’s most recent contribution to the local fashion scene.
Dido Embaby transforms calligraphy and heritage into jewellery
The collection’s main goal is to preserve the fonts through valuable and timeless pieces, says designer