The Fashion Orientalist has always been a journey for me; discovering different clothing styles from different cultures…with every article I write I discover something new. At the end of the day I’m left feeling inspired and hope I can also…
Sania Maskatiya Eid 2014 Bar-e-Sagheer
Today I present another Eid collection as part of our Fashion Orientalist Eid special, which includes designs by three different designers from the Pakistani fashion scene. If you missed part one, check it out here: https://thefashionorientalist.com/2014/07/22/ayesha-somaya-eid-collection-2014/ Pakistani designer Sania Maskatiya…
Ayesha Somaya – Eid Collection 2014
This week we will be featuring three Eid collections by different designers from the Pakistani fashion world. The holiday Eid al-Fitr will take place next week and is a time of celebration for Muslims from around the world who have…
Personal Style: My Summer Holiday Essentials
I just got back from a lovely holiday in Valencia, Spain and want to share my list of summer holiday must-haves with you. I’ve lined up 5 of my favorite items/essentials: Midi Skirts During my visit to the arts and…
Hussein Bazaza Resort 2015 – Hidden under the ice 448
Hussein Bazaza recently released his resort 2015 collection, which includes 20 artistic fashion looks. Bazaza was inspired by everything hidden under the ice, from deep blue water to sparkling ice crystals. The color palette shows different shades of blue, snowy…
Krikor Jabotian SS14 Akhtamar
Krikor Jabotian was inspired by an Armenian legend for his Spring Summer 2014 collection Akhtamar. Princess Tamar lived on a small island (Akdamar island) located on Lake Van, Turkey. The princess fell in love with a commoner, which is where…
Jean Louis Sabaji SS14 – Inspired by Mother Nature
Take a walk on the wild side… is part of a lyric sung by American musician Lou Reed that popped into my head while I was reading the biography of Lebanese designer Jean Louis Sabaji. While many designers play it…
FFWD-DXB: Amato Haute Couture by Furne One
Filipino born designer Furne One showcased his latest Amato Haute Couture collection during Fashion Forward Dubai season 3. The audience at Fashion Forward Dubai were left in awe of Furne One’s extravagant creations. Furne designs haute couture clothing for an…
Interview with Le Trousseau Couture designer Khushboo Kaplesh
We sat down with Dubai based designer Khushboo Kaplesh and asked her about her fashion label Le Trousseau Couture, working with Dutch designer Iris van Herpen, the Dubai fashion scene and more… Could you tell us more about your fashion…
Premia India Runway Week Season 2
Premia India Runway Week Season 2 took place from the 16th until the 18th of april 2014 in New Delhi, India. The Indian Federation for Fashion Development (IFFD) has organized this three day event. This season fashion designers showcased their…