What We Are Buying Today: Saudi clothing brand ‘012’

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Updated 03 December 2023
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What We Are Buying Today: Saudi clothing brand ‘012’

  • 012’s first collection features a signature tee with a unique design of the brand’s logo that can be read in both directions, with “012” representing Jeddah’s area code and Jeddah spelled out in Arabic letters

Fashion brand 012 has emerged as a symbol ofJeddah’s identity, capturing the essence of the city through its clothing collections. The brand provides residents with a tangible representation of their love and pride for Jeddah.

Founders Raif, Naif, Hammam and Manaf Abduljawad were inspired by the passion displayed by university alumni who proudly wear apparel adorned with their alma mater’s logo.

Their vision was born as they studied abroad in the US and the four set out to create a brand that captures the spirit of Jeddah.

012’s first collection features a signature tee with a unique design of the brand’s logo that can be read in both directions, with “012” representing Jeddah’s area code and Jeddah spelled out in Arabic letters.

Building on the success of its first offering, 012 recently launched a second collection titled “A Piece of Home,” which pays homage to Jeddah’s iconic landmarks, merging the brand’s logo with the iconic Globe Roundabout, the “Accident! (Crazy Speed)” car sculpture roundabout and the Rawasheen.

“We wanted to create more than just clothing. We wanted to capture the memories and experiences that shape Jeddah’s unique character. Our collections are a way for people to take a piece of Jeddah with them wherever they go,” Naif Abduljawad said.
012 items are designed with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring both style and comfort. Looking ahead, the 012 founders envision collaborating with local artists to further enrich Jeddah’s vibrant artistic scene. By providing a platform for talented individuals, the brand aims to amplify the voices of local artists.

In addition to its commitment to artistic expression, 012 actively engages in community initiatives and sponsors the 63 Racing Team, a Jeddah-based jet ski team.

For more information about 012 and its collections, visit reppin012.com and @reppin012 on Instagram.

 


Arab designers shine bright at the Golden Globes

Updated 13 January 2026
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Arab designers shine bright at the Golden Globes

DUBAI/ LOS ANGELES: Arab designers dressed a handful of stars at the 83rd Annual Golden Globes on Sunday, with talent from Lebanon, Egypt and Saudi Arabia among the designers to be featured on the awards ceremony red carpet. 

Show host Nikki Glaser took to the red carpet at the event in a baby pink gown by Lebanese designer Zuhair Murad.

The outfit, one of many costume changes for Glaser on Sunday night, hailed from his Resort 2026 collection.

For her part, Kylie Jenner was spotted at the awards ceremony in a custom-made silver gown by Saudi couturier Mohammed Ashi, the founder of Paris-based label Ashi Studio.

Kylie Jenner was spotted at the awards ceremony in a custom-made silver gown by Saudi couturier Mohammed Ashi. (Getty Images) 

Irish TV personality Maura Higgins looked elegant in a figure-hugging black gown with a textured golden shawl-like accessory by Dubai-based Egyptian designer Marmar Halim.

 Timothee Chalamet and a sea of other stars also said goodbye to color at this year's Golden Globes, opting instead for black.

Ariana Grande left behind her “Wicked” character's signature pink color for a black Vivienne Westwood couture dress but brought back her ponytail. Other notable celebrities in black included Ayo Edebiri, Selena Gomez, Miley Cyrus and Mia Goth.

Edebiri chose a black off-the-shoulder Chanel dress embellished with jewels on the shoulders from Matthieu Blazy’s Métiers d’Art 2026 show.

Celebrities held onto their gowns and watched their steps as they posed for photos on high stairs that served as the red carpet. Like the Met Gala, they lined up at the bottom and had to perilously climb their way up.

Maura Higgins looked elegant in a figure-hugging black gown with a textured golden shawl-like accessory by Dubai-based Egyptian designer Marmar Halim. (Getty Images) 

The 83rd Golden Globes gives a glimpse into how celebrities will showcase their original take on fashion as the awards season progresses. Since 1944, the show has honored the best in film and television.

The carpet, at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California, is a chance for nominees to make a statement, though some are beholden to fashion houses who pay them as ambassadors.

Several, including George Clooney, wore Giorgio Armani. The fashion world lost Armani in September, but his eponymous brand lives on.

“It was nice to see so many attendees, including Julia Roberts and Kate Hudson, wearing the brand and pay tribute,” said Véronique Hyland, fashion features director for Elle.

Stars also shone in metallics. “Sentimental Value” actor Renate Reinsve twirled on the carpet in a shimmery silver tasseled dress by Nicolas Ghesquiere for Louis Vuitton. Her co-star Elle Fanning's Gucci dress was embroidered with Norwegian flowers in honor of their Norwegian drama film.