The highlights of Arab Fashion Week

19 international and regional designers were the highlight of the fourth day

Universality, pairing and harmony were the main data

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: October 31, 2021

The Arab Fashion Council, in strategic partnership with Dubai Design District and in partnership with HuManagement agency, opened the fashion show by hosting the inaugural Personal Fashion Icon Awards, a Pink Carpet Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony that was honored by regional and international media, celebrities and key players. in the fashion industry.

Lebanese star Maya Diab, who was named the first fashion icon last year during a digital ceremony from Beirut, handed the award to Kim Colemon, Vice President of Mattel for Barbie Design, after an inspiring speech and an amazing performance. In honor of Barbie, Moschino Creative Director Jeremy Scott was awarded the Council's Medal of Honor for Lifetime Achievement followed by a fashion show presenting the Moschino Collection from the Barbie Archive.

The natural event continued for a week after the awards ceremony as Arab Fashion Week returned to a personal revitalization, welcoming more than 7000 fashion experts from around the world who united in Dubai to personally celebrate the Spring-Summer 2022 collection.

Microsoft, Godaddy, Etihad Airways, Aramex, Maserati, Kikko Milano and Schwarzkopf support the region's most important fashion event.

The highlights of the daily specials are presented below:

Dubai-based fashion designer Furn One, Creative Director of Amato, opened the season with a keen interest in handcraft and embroidery that embodies the brand's DNA in two dominant colours, red and black. Evening dresses and bodysuits were some of the most iconic designs on the catwalk.

The local Emirati brand, Euphoria, which has already been sold out in department stores and online stores in less than a year of incubation, has showcased its ready-to-wear collection that aids in the selection of evening wear and at the same time maintains ready-to-wear technology with a strategy to empower women with easy access to evening wear. Red carpet silhouettes, pastels and sequins are the highlight of the collection.

The Palestinian label, Ihab Jeries, showcased a collection of evening wear and wedding dresses that focused on the refined finishing touches of details and the technical know-how of the art of embroidery. As for the geometric motifs and volumes on the waist and shoulders that define the DNA of the collection, they dominate its silhouettes.

Polish label Josiah Baczynka showcased a mix of haute couture and wearable in a line consisting of evening wear and lavish everyday wear. The highlights of the shows were soft colors, modern cuts using advanced technology and a mixture of fabrics.

Emirati designer, Yara Bin Shukr, celebrated her return to the Arab Fashion Week calendar as the event returned to personal shows, with the brand's core evolving, as the brand replaced modest clothing with an emphasis more on relaxed, sleeveless cuts. While the brand kept calm pastel colors, it also stood out for light fabrics and prints. In collaboration with Fashion Week partner Godaddy, Yara Benchakr launched an online store that uses all digital innovations to reach an international audience. The collaboration was documented through a digital campaign highlighting Yara Bin Shukr's success story as a local Emirati brand.

Polish label Dorota Goldpoint showcased a collection that mainly features evening dresses, with an emphasis on simple cuts, away from embroidery and prints.

Dubai Design District-based brand Autonomy, founded by Egyptian creative director Maha Magdy, debuted on the calendar to grace the catwalk with an edgy vibe and ready-to-wear collection titled “Metanoia,” which references the reform process as new. Autonomy surprised the audience with the set of Aramex capsules that appeared on the runway, where the looks were recycled using shipping materials, boxes, shipping labels and tapes. The capsule designs were very in sync with the rest of the collection and are clearly bold and wearable just like the brand's modern DNA.

French designer Victor Winsanto put his collection inspired by the Alsace region with his spring collection. Having worked for Jean Paul Gaultier before launching his brand last year, Winsanto loved the dazzling platform, and everything about it is unexpected. In his first personal appearance on the Arab Fashion Week calendar, Winsanto left everyone on the catwalk photographing his Spring-Summer 22 collection dominated by pretzel braids attached to headbands, Koki Kugelhoff's handbag and parts of the traditional Alsace dress – including the blouse and corselet. All creatively coordinated in a nightclub fashion, sparkling with gorgeous maxi dresses with cinched waist and puffed sleeves.

New York-based British designer Christian Cowan, who made it clear with his Spring-Summer 22 collection that the strong post-Covid party life isn't over, brought a playful twist to this year's Arab Fashion Week; From a party cloth theme featuring feathers, crystals, and an array of unexpected prints, to models walking down the runway were told to "cut" the runway like the 'XNUMXs.

New York-based British designer Christian Cowan, who made it clear with his Spring-Summer 22 collection that the post-Covid party life isn't over, brought a playful touch to this year's Arab Fashion Week, starting with a party cloth theme featuring feathers and crystals and an array of The unexpected prints to models who walked the catwalk and were told they were "over-performing" on a 'XNUMXs-style catwalk.

Dubai-based Lebanese label BLSSD showcased its ready-to-wear collection featuring an accessible everyday wear line dominated by baggy looks, long skirts with blazers, asymmetrical shades and plisse color mainly in black, metallic silver and white. The set is definitely sold out in every market.

The Polish brand POCA & POCA presented its Spring-Summer 2022 collection, which aims to revive the exceptional creations of the charming woman, and embody her original and attractive sense of elegance. From the bow tie to the pleats and ruffles, and the little pink stitches, feminine and soft – so playful hallmarks, they bring an exotic feel to all those who wear the creations.

Colombian celebrity label Glory Ang showcased the Magical Creatures collection and captured everything that reflects femininity, fun and sensuality. It is full of Caribbean love and expressive colors that deserve to represent the South American country.

The French-Beirutian designer Eric Ritter, Creative Director of Emergency Room, made an unexpected offer through the Neverland collection. The brand's sustainable approach from recycled fabrics to an extensive choice of models is clearly reflected in the choreography, acting models, music and video. The brand has drawn customers, fans and supporters to walk the stage on the creative director's audio track as he tells the story of his beloved Beirut and the difficult situation his Lebanese society is going through as he describes the golden age of Beirut in the past and the failed state the boycott is now facing, a story forced to leave the country and resist to stay. The majority of the models were among those who left the country, and Eric decided to reunite them on the catwalk at Arab Fashion Week.

Dubai-based Iraqi designer, Zina Zaki, opened the last day of Fashion Week with a videotaped salute to the public from Costa Rica where the designer is currently on a peace mission. Appreciating supporters and spreading peace are Zeina Zaki's words before presenting her Spring-Summer 2022 collection, which filled the catwalk with glamorous evening gowns dominated by pastel colors, simple cuts and ruffled silhouettes. Rania Fawaz, the daughter of Zina Zaki, welcomed the audience at the end of the show.

Manila-based Filipino designer Michael Leva showcased his Spring-Summer 2022 collection featuring dreamy haute couture gowns that every woman dreams of wearing on her wedding day or on the Cannes red carpet. Livia succeeded in bringing out the bright colors on the couture pieces, the color combination and the detailed embroidery that made everyone feel amazed.

The collection of Filipino-American designer RC Kailen was the version of haute couture that originated from the West, and smart, simple cuts focused more on quality and artistic fabrics rather than embroidery were the highlight of this collection.

The closing ceremony of the Spring-Summer 2022 edition of Arab Fashion Week was a true celebration of creativity, inclusivity and craftsmanship. Dubai-based Michael Cinco wrapped up the closing week with the screening of Gustav Klimt's Super Dream. The catwalk was a true piece of art, a stunning canvas featuring the usual flair for the Cinco identity as well as his Gustav Klimt-inspired collection of prints in collaboration with Epson that printed not only the Cinco collection canvas, but the podium floors as well. The show wasn't over until it stole the hearts of the audience and made everyone stand up for applause. Cinco expresses his vision of beauty through the inclusivity of models. A model with a prosthetic leg appeared in a black abaya, short front and long tail. A second mannequin with a prosthetic arm has appeared. A plump supermodel walked the catwalk and got applause. Not only was the show an entire house, but hundreds of fashion experts were queuing to get in to fill every seat on the mezzanine and balconies.