Inspiration of the day

Meet this velvet beauty by Oscar de la renta

Love at first glance!

How gorgeous would it be adjusted into an abaya? Absolute luxury!

Trio Couture

As given away in the name, Trio Couture was launched in 2010 by three young women. Hailing from Abu Dhabi the trio have invented their own interpretations of Abayas, Jalabiyas and yes even wedding gowns.  

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Below are some of my favourite pics from their current and previous collections.

Traditional culture married with stylish couture
Whats your favourite piece?

Inspiration of the day

Abaya by theHlimited

Abaya Checkmate!

If you read this blog regularly then you’ve already seen me rave about Ta Marbota..

If, however, you thought they couldn’t get any better you were wrong.
Introducing 60s glamour with  checks *whispers* JUST like Louis Vuitton –

you can be fashionable AND modest.

Dubai Style

I apologise for the lack of posts..
I was too busy holidaying in the UAE 😉

What can I say about thee O Dubai?

You’re an assault to the senses,
An intoxicating tingling of tastebuds,
And an ensnaring vortex when it comes to my hard earned cash

I’ll leave you all with a sneak peak

Yes its Fashion…Dubai style

Ciao

Aghnaj By Halima Seemba

I’ve been a little quiet on my blog – pretty much due to a combination of being uninspired and busy with Ramadan..

However, being the woman that I am – a woman who appreciates fashion and the finer things in life – it didn’t take long to dispel my boredom. Especially when I came across Aghnaj. (Facebook)

Founded by Emirati designer Halima Seemba Aghnaj is a creative hubbub of Abayaat and dresses, though recently established (Feb 2012) Aghnaj are making themselves known.

As well as having a large range of everyday as well as Wedding & Occasion Abayas – they also have a selection of evening, henna and Melcha dresses available, and if that wasn’t enough they also have a casual apparel and cute childrens line!

So what sort of woman is her brand aimed towards?

It’s pretty simple.

The urbane modern woman searching for versatile elegant clothes – with a touch of emiratiness!

Her newest Abaya collection ‘the Conquer Abaya Collection’ is described by the designer in the following words

Here I present CONQUER ABAYA COLLECTION which is basically presenting the social and stylish working woman . Ambitious and hardworking. Mixture of bright flashy mixed with fade combination laces and beads, making the style suitable for day time and evening wear.

If you’re in Sharjah be sure to stop by the Ramadan Night Market between the 10th to the 19th of August as Aghnaj will be presenting their collection there! (See booth R41 Hall 7)

For further info

Aghnaj
Direct: +97150 63 63 977
Info:+971 55 11 84 090
telephone: +971 6 551 8338
Direct email: aghnaj@eim.ae
email: daraghnaj@gmail.com
Home page: www.daraghnajfashions.ae
P.O.Box: 63860 – budaniq , Sharjah – United Arab Emirates

|| Hesseh Abayas || What Fairy Tales Are Made Of

Being a woman who wears an ‘Abaya herself I like to keep on top of Abaya & Hijab trends.

Just as I can spend hours and hours traipsing around town shopping till my feet scream in agony, I can similarly squander away hours browsing through online Abaya fashion –  and I must confess, more often than not I find myself in a familiar sticky situation.

Ever recall yourself as a young child with your nose pressed tight against the ominous glass windows of a glorious sweet shop? Tummy growling, eyes as large as saucers gazing onto an array of colourful sweet treats – that exhilarating sense of excitement, trepidation and longing buzzing through your entire being?

Well…with the advent of the internet and the evolution of Abaya fashion I find myself in exactly the same situation. Yes i’ve grown up but not much has changed – except that  Abayas are my new object of desire..

Just when you thought you had seen it all along comes a designer with a new ideology concept and principles – and that’s exactly what I adore about fashion. There’s no boundaries. it’s wholely versatile.

Hesseh Abaya Couture
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My recent object…perhaps I should says objects…of desire are the Abaayaat from the newest Hesseh Haute Couture Collection. Like many other homegrown couture designers Hessa al-Obaidilis journey began at home in 2008.

“I realized that wherever I go, women would constantly ask me where I made my Abaya.” says Hessa.

Since then she’s progressed beyond expectations. Whilst I loved her previous collections her latest Spring Summer 2011 collection is simply…delicious.

Shot in the picturesque Gardens of Ninfa (Rome) everything is picture perfect – greenery, foliage, roses and ruins…looking through the photos you can just envision gorgeous nymphs and seductive sirens dancing around. I couldn’t help but notice her tweet revealing that these babies are the fruits of 5 months of hard labour; God you can tell – they’re divine.It took me a very long time to select my favourites and after much deliberating I was able to narrow it down to these beauties.

Yes you can be the belle of the ball!
This black silk abaya layered with a nude and lace accent will leave you feeling just like a princess…

Gold with a pop of turqoise chiffon. I dare you to find a fault.

This is definitely one of my favourites..no wait, thats a lie, all of the ones i’ve shortpicked are my favourites. I love the black lace complimenting the grey silk and drape. Classy!

I can’t even string up a comment for this. Just breath-taking.

What do you think of Hessehs’ Abayas? Which one is your favourite?To view the entire collection click here

Romantic Textures – A Love Affair With Lace

I love the texture, beauty and femininity that intricate nets and lace can present..

What with all the designers embracing lace (think Louise Vuitton, Dolce & Gabbana) and the fact that its everywhere on our high streets (jackets/dresses/bags & jewellery) its no wonder they’ve also been incorporated into abayas..and with much success if I may say!

There’s just three words that come to mind – Pure unadulterated class.

True parisian glamour.

Designed by Anood al Hammadi from Beyonceh Abayas
Telephone: 0503893999
Blackberry: 27A23569
Prices range from 700 AED to 1000

Ladies, what do you think? Would you wear a lace abaya combination? Or is it one step too far? Thoughts please!

Of Cupcakes, Macarons & Cardamom

It’s no secret that the things we cherished as young children continue to hold a secure place in our hearts…In fact, that very well may be the exact reason why the objects associated with fond childhood memories have the ability to become great marketing potentials, and have become phenomenal hits.

Lets take cupcakes as a prime example, a dozen well-baked, intricately decorated cupcakes will have us all shreiking with delight and you can bet your last riyal their’ll be a resonating chorus of oohs & aahs.

Their triumph? Perhaps reminiscent memoirs of baking with mama in the kitchen? Or the sheer detail and never-ending possibilities of flavours and designs? Maybe the exhiliration of no constraint?

Take Macarons as another. Yes, their taste and texture hold their own right BUT it’s the pastel shades – the primary colours of sorbet lemon, pistachio green and icy pink that truly makes us rub our hands with glee.

I must confess that It was with similarly kindled emotions that I ruffled through the pictures of Haal Incs’ 03 Abaya collection. Fun, suave, contemporary & at the same time down-right swanky. They’ve managed to hit the nail on the head – Yes Abayas – but all radiating energy, spirit & freedom.

Neons, colour blocking and a theme park!
Whats not to love?

IMO the ‘abandoned amusement park’ photoshoot is nothing short of inspired. Honestly, how many Abaya companies have you seen with such a playful concept?
I’ll answer that for you. Zero.
…and I absolutely LOVE the lipstick! (must ask what was used)

They’ve sucessfully captured the essence of the line, reflecting exactly what their Abayas & Clientelle are – women with pizzaz, fun & whimsical, whilst simultaneously reinforcing exactly what their range is not – boring, dated & stuffy.

So as I depart to revise allow me to leave you with some wise words of wisdom:

Just as Haal (from ‘Heil’ cardamom) would be unanimously agreed upon to be a kitchen staple, A Haal Inc abaya may just be as crucial to your wardrobe!

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What do you think?
Would you rock a Haal Inc piece?

Abaya Eye Candy

How beautiful is this Abaya?

Drapes, diamentes and exquisite cloth, this simplistic monochrome abaya by La Femme Abaya Collections is an absolute gem..

I love how the design is timelessly elegant, you could wear it to any occasion and be smugly content knowing you look great.

Yes, hearts will break.