arab designers



This virtual pop-up is supporting Arab designers

Submitted by khaoula.ghanem on Sun, 2020-08-02 13:09

A new virtual pop-up supporting 16 established and emerging designers from the Middle East and North Africa launched on Aug. 1. Entitled “Eastwave,” the digital platform features a curated selection of brands spanning from ready-to-wear, accessories  and jewelry. 

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Founded by Egyptian-French designer Mariam Yeya in 2016, the Dubai-based womenswear label is known for its glamorous and  avant-garde pieces. 

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Mrs Keepa
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The Lebanese-born Dubai-based designer’s eponymous accessories brand specializes in edgy clutches and handbags.

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Rula Galayini
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The contemporary womenswear label, founded by Lebanese designer Jessica Khoueiri Achkar, was established ten-years-ago. In addition to clothing, the brand also boasts jewelry, including necklaces and earrings.

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Based between Los Angeles and Cairo, the jewelry label was founded by Amany Shaker in 2015. The brand’s pieces have been sported by US actress Emma Roberts, among others.  

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Ammanii
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The jewelry brand is the brainchild of Lebanese designer Nadine Kanso and is coveted for its bracelets, necklaces, rings and earrings featuring the Arabic script. 

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Bil Arabi
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The up-and-coming Lebanese brand founded by Salim Cherfane is known for its bold, colorful and geometric designs. The brand made waves back in Nov. 2019 after it was spotted on international superstar Beyonce. 

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Jeux de Mains
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Sunday, August 2, 2020 - 13:00

Cloth face masks to shop now

Submitted by khaoula.ghanem on Sat, 2020-06-13 12:47

It looks like we’re going to be wearing face masks for at least the next few months, which is all the more reason to invest in one that you like. Fortunately, a number of regional designers have been producing stylish, reusable cloth face masks that you can shop now. 

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The Saudi designer’s range of washable face masks come in an array of playful prints. Standout pieces include fabric face masks boasting Hello Kitty and Star Wars motifs.

 

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Nasiba Hafiz
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Dubai-based fashion designer Marmar Halim is using the fashion label’s factory to produce PPE for medical personnel in addition to quirky face masks for customers.

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Any time you buy a kaftan or dress from UAE-based womenswear label FMM Dubai, you get a complimentary matching face mask with your purchase. The crepe face masks, which come in a range of vibrant colors, can also be purchased separately online.

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The New York-based designer’s custom-made face masks incorporates traditional Palestinian tatreez and are hand-embroidered by Palestinian refugees.

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Suzy Tamimi
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The Saudi label produced a collection of stylish, washable face masks that consist of two layers. The PPE also boasts a pocket for those who wish to add their own filter insert.

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Egyptian designer Mohanad Kojak created a range of limited-edition fabric face masks in an array of playful designs. 

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Saturday, June 13, 2020 - 12:45

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