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.

 


Tiffany Trump steps out in Saiid Kobeisy gown

Updated 13 December 2025
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Tiffany Trump steps out in Saiid Kobeisy gown

DUBAI: Tiffany Trump is proving to be a fan of Lebanese designer Saiid Kobeisy’s designs.

This week, Trump’s 31-year-old daughter wore one of his gowns to the Kennedy Center Honors, an annual event held at the White House that recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to American culture through the performing arts. 

For the occasion, Tiffany opted for a floor-length emerald-green velvet gown with a sweetheart neckline and long fitted sleeves, cinched at the waist with a slim belt and finished with a thigh-high front slit.

She has previously chosen Kobeisy for other high-profile appearances. In September, Tiffany wore another of his designs to the state banquet held during US President Donald Trump’s visit to the UK, stepping out in a blue quartz couture gown paired with a beaded clutch by the designer. Styled by Toni Breisse, the look was completed with jewelry by Samer Halimeh.

Tiffany is known for her affinity with Lebanese designers; at her 2022 wedding to Lebanese-born businessman Michael Boulos, she donned a custom-made Grecian-style gown by Elie Saab.

Tiffany chose her wedding dress as a nod to Boulos’ heritage. “It’s a Lebanese American wedding, so we were so happy to have Elie Saab create the magic,” said mother of the bride Marla Maples, according to People magazine at the time.

In January, she turned heads in a dress by Zuhair Murad at the Trump-Vance inauguration candlelight dinner, hosted at the National Building Museum in Washington. The custom chocolate-brown chiffon gown boasted an asymmetric one-shoulder neckline, and a dramatic cape-like sleeve.