Diriyah Company collaborates with Saudi fashion label Ramzen

Diriyah Company collaborates with Saudi fashion label Ramzen
Diriyah Company has partnered with fashion house Ramzen. (Supplied)
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Updated 30 May 2023
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Diriyah Company collaborates with Saudi fashion label Ramzen

Diriyah Company has partnered with fashion house Ramzen. (Supplied)
  • Saudi fashion house Ramzen will create and present a collection of exclusive evening wear for men and women inspired by Diriyah
  • Jerry Inzerillo: This symbolizes our dedication to showcasing the multifaceted cultural heritage of the Kingdom, while also fostering the growth of the fashion industry in Diriyah

RIYADH: With an aim to promote local talent and foster creativity in Saudi Arabia, the Diriyah Company has announced a partnership with renowned international Saudi designer Abdulrahman Al-Romaizan, the founder of Ramzen.

Through this alliance, Saudi fashion house Ramzen will create and present a collection of exclusive evening wear for men and women inspired by Diriyah, The City of Earth.

Jerry Inzerillo, Group CEO of Diriyah Company said that he was delighted to team up with Ramzen and its talented founder, whose unique vision aligns with their commitment to nurturing Saudi Arabia’s creative landscape.

“This symbolizes our dedication to showcasing the multifaceted cultural heritage of the Kingdom, while also fostering the growth of the fashion industry in Diriyah," he added.

Ready-to-wear fashions, inspired by the pieces presented, will be available as a capsule collection following the show.

Al-Romaizan, who is acclaimed for pushing the boundaries of Saudi fashion, said that working with Diriyah Company would help him showcase designs in a city with such historical significance while also embracing modernity and innovation.

“Together, we aim to celebrate the intersection of tradition and contemporary fashion, leaving an indelible mark on Saudi Arabia's cultural tapestry," he said.

Saudi Arabia’s fashion sector is growing and this partnership will strengthen the country's position as a fashion hub. Through the art and fashion show at the beginning of October, both look forward to captivating audiences with a breathtaking display of creativity and elegance.

Diriyah has a rich cultural heritage that intertwines with innovation and modernity. The city has been associated with the first Saudi state and was founded in 1727 by Imam Muhammad bin Saud, who made it his initial power base, the first capital of government and a scientific and social center.


Amal Clooney glitters on 2023 Fashion Awards red carpet  

Amal Clooney glitters on 2023 Fashion Awards red carpet  
Updated 05 December 2023
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Amal Clooney glitters on 2023 Fashion Awards red carpet  

Amal Clooney glitters on 2023 Fashion Awards red carpet  

DUBAI: Lebanese British human rights lawyer Amal Clooney this week wore a glittering gown as she attended The Fashion Awards 2023 in London. 

The 45-year-old philanthropist wore a head-turning bronze-and-gold Atelier Versace gown that was covered in circular metallic paillettes. She had her hair down and opted for voluminous waves.  

For the accessories, she donned Cartier jewelry.  

Ashley Roberts, who wore a Lebanese creation, attended the event in London. (AFP)

The event, which took place at London’s Royal Albert Hall, was also attended by Danish model Mona Tougaard, who is of Turkish, Somali and Ethiopian descent.  

She wore a sheer white dress from Maison Alaia’s Spring/Summer 2023 ready-to-wear collection.   

Meanwhile, US singer and TV presenter Ashley Roberts stepped out in a fully sequined floor-length gown from Lebanese couturier Georges Hobeika’s Fall/Winter 2023 ready-to-wear collection. The color palette of the dress ranged from deep black to vibrant shades of purple, blue and green. 

The fashion event honors industry leaders and young creative talent.  

Spanish luxury brand Loewe’s creative director Jonathan Anderson won the designer of the year prize, Reuters reported.  

Anderson, who founded the fashion label JW Anderson, arrived accompanied by actress Taylor Russell. 

Italian designer Valentino Garavani, known to the world simply as Valentino, was honored with this year’s outstanding achievement award. Founder of the eponymous brand, the 91-year-old has dressed the rich and famous, created a business empire and introduced a new color to the fashion world, the so-called “Valentino Red.” 

American Paloma Elsesser was named model of the year.  

The 2023 edition of the award show was hosted by British television presenter Maya Jama and musician Kojey Radical and featured a performance by singer Sam Smith. 

Stars attending the event also included actors Anne Hathaway, Gwyneth Paltrow, Tessa Thompson and Pamela Anderson, model Kate Moss and race car driver Lewis Hamilton.  

The show is a fundraiser for the British Fashion Council (BFC) Foundation which focuses on supporting the UK’s fashion industry. 


Stars show off Arab designs at Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles

Stars show off Arab designs at Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles
Updated 04 December 2023
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Stars show off Arab designs at Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles

Stars show off Arab designs at Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles

DUBAI: Hollywood stars hit the red carpet at the 2023 Academy Museum Gala in Los Angeles on Monday night in a sparkling array of Arab creations, including looks by designers Georges Hobeika, Elie Saab, Tony Ward and Hedi Slimane. 

First up was US rapper and actress Awkwafina who showed off an elegant look by Lebanese couturier Georges Hobeika, complete with a tulle skirt and pearl-and-gemstone detailing across the jacket. The ensemble hailed from Hobeika’s Fall/Winter 2022 couture line and was styled with KatKim jewelry.  

Awkwafina showed off an elegant look by Lebanese couturier Georges Hobeika. (AFP)

Model and cookbook author Chrissy Teigen opted for a gown by Lebanese Italian designer Tony Ward that was picked from his Fall/Winter 2023 couture line, while actress Taraji P. Henson
chose a jewel purple number by Lebanon’s Zuhair Murad from his Fall/Winter 2023 ready-to-wear line.  

For her part, Danai Gurira showed off an ice blue Elie Saab look, from the Fall/Winter 2022 couture line, and model Kaia Gerber, whose mother is supermodel Cindy Crawford, was dressed in a custom-made gown by Celine’s creative head, Tunisian designer Hedi Slimane.  

Danai Gurira showed off an ice blue Elie Saab look. (AFP)

After being rescheduled from its original September date, the 2023 Academy Museum Gala took place on Monday night and saw the likes of Simu Liu, Dua Lipa, Lupita Nyong’o and Selena Gomez walk the red and pink carpet. 

The evening marked the third annual benefit for the movie museum, where current exhibits spotlight the works of directors John Waters and Lourdes Portillo as well as the 1991 film “Boyz n the Hood” Icons Meryl Streep, Michael B. Jordan, Oprah Winfrey and Sofia Coppola were honored at the event this week.  

Kaia Gerber was dressed in a custom-made gown by Celine. (AFP)

Streep received the Icon Award, given to an artist whose career had a notable influence worldwide; Michael B. Jordan was given the Vantage Award, given to an emerging artist or scholar working to challenge and contextualize existing dominant narratives around film; Winfrey was awarded the Pillar Award, recognizing leadership and support for the Academy Museum; Coppola nabbed the Visionary Award, given to an artist or scholar whose innovations have advanced film as an art. 

Director Ava DuVernay, actress Halle Berry, director Ryan Murphy and Dr. Eric Esrailian were the co-chairs for the evening.  


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’

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  • 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.

 


Celebrity-loved footwear designer Amina Muaddi opens pop-up store in Dubai

Celebrity-loved footwear designer Amina Muaddi opens pop-up store in Dubai
Updated 02 December 2023
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Celebrity-loved footwear designer Amina Muaddi opens pop-up store in Dubai

Celebrity-loved footwear designer Amina Muaddi opens pop-up store in Dubai

DUBAI: Celebrity-loved footwear designer Amina Muaddi revealed this week that she opened a new pop-up store in Dubai at Kite Beach.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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The shoemaker, who is of Jordanian and Romanian descent, has collaborated with clothing retail company Ounass for a four-week pop-up.

“I wanted to create a special experience for our community, a space that feels like an oasis from an outer world,” she wrote, sharing pictures of the place. “Visit the store and shop the collection starting Dec. 1 for the next 30 days. Happy shopping!”

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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To celebrate the launch, Ounass hosted an exclusive A-list dinner that was attended by rapper Kanye West, his partner Bianca Censori, American singer Ty Dolla $ign and Lebanese actress Nadine Nassib Njeim.


Red Sea film fest celebrates ‘Women in Cinema’ with global stars 

Red Sea film fest celebrates ‘Women in Cinema’ with global stars 
Updated 02 December 2023
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Red Sea film fest celebrates ‘Women in Cinema’ with global stars 

Red Sea film fest celebrates ‘Women in Cinema’ with global stars 

JEDDAH: The Red Sea Film Festival and Vanity Fair Europe played host a celebration of “Women in Cinema” on Friday night, with celebrities from around in attendance at the soiree.  

Bollywood star Katrina Kaif joined Hollywood actresses Sofia Vergara, Sharon Stone, Diane Kruger, Michelle Rodriguez and Zoe Saldana at the evening event while British supermodel Naomi Campbell also made an appearance.  

Michelle Rodriguez at the Women In Cinema Gala during the Red Sea International Film Festival. (Getty Images)

From the Arab world, it was a glittering invitation list with Yasmine Sabri, Egyptian icon Yousra, Amina Khalil, Nadine Nassib Njeim, Andria Tayeh, Aseel Omran and Sarah Taibah attending, among many more regional stars.  

“In collaboration with Vanity Fair Europe, and on the sidelines of the third edition of the Red Sea International Film Festival, we were pleased to host ‘Women in Cinema’ celebrating women’s cinematic contributions — where we honored Egyptian cinema icon Nabila Ebeid, acknowledging her rich cinematic career,” the festival posted on Instagram.  

Nabila Ebeid and Mohammed Al-Turki at the Women In Cinema Gala during the Red Sea International Film Festival. (Getty Images) 

Born on Jan. 21, 1945, Ebeid has been dubbed “Egypt’s first star.” Ebeid is known as both an actress, with film and stage titles under her belt, and a producer.  

The Red Sea International Film Festival runs from Nov. 30 to Dec. 9 and boasts 11 categories of films: Special Screenings; Red Sea: Competition; Red Sea: Shorts Competition; Festival Favorites; Arab Spectacular; International Spectacular; New Saudi/ New Cinema: Shorts; Red Sea: New Vision; Red Sea: Families and Children; Red Sea: Series and Red Sea: Treasures.   

Mohammed Al-Turki and Naomi Campbell at the Women In Cinema Gala during the Red Sea International Film Festival. (Getty Images)

This year’s celebrity-studded festival jury is presided over by director Baz Luhrmann, joined by Swedish-American actor Joel Kinnaman (“Suicide Squad”); Freida Pinto (“Slumdog Millionaire”); Egyptian actor Amina Khalil (“Grand Hotel”) and Spain’s Paz Vega (“Sex and Lucía,” “The OA”).  

Sharon Stone and Shivani Pandya attend the Women In Cinema Gala during the Red Sea International Film Festival. (Getty Images)

The festival kicked off with a gala screening of Dubai-based Iraqi director Yasir Al-Yasiri’s “HWJN,” which is based on a YA novel by Saudi writer Ibraheem Abbas. Set in modern-day Jeddah, “HWJN” follows the story of a kind-hearted jinn — an invisible entity in Islamic tradition — as he discovers the truth about his royal lineage. 

Lebanese actress Njeim spoke to Arab News on the opening red carpet, saying: “The festival marks a turning point for every ambitious Saudi filmmaker, providing excellent support for young talents to showcase their work at international festivals.”