Showing posts with label 2011/Fashion. Show all posts

Hijab Fashion 2012

We have noted a recent mutual interest between the arabs and occidentals about fashion in the West, about clothing and scarves for a modestly veiled style, and on the other side of the Arabs for a new ways to add an arab style to the west clothing lines.

A new Spanish brand called “بركة “(Baraka) has become the first boutique and online store to carry the long "Almaxa" (Maxy) In a view of the designs, "Baraka" is found suitable for everyone, whether veiled or not veiled, with streamlined designs and paper fabrics, with lengths appropriate for each woman, it fits to every women every where and anytime.
It's a new atmosphere that this fashion brings to the "fashon world" in the East from the West, the east is no longer confined to long and loose skirts ,this has became the favorite style of Western women, too.









All this styles are now available in Egypt.

Hermes goes Hijab Friendly

Hermes Ready to Wear Spring / Summer 2012 show during Paris Fashion Week on October 2, 2011 in Paris, France

Hermes sent their spring/summer 2012 collection down the Paris Fashion Week runway today and the line stayed true to the classic styles the fashion world has come to expect from the iconic design house. Hermes showed a collection filled with equestrian inspired designs and shades of orange, vivid blue, deep plum, dark navy, creamy off-white and shades of neutral tan.

The handbag collection on the runway showed shoulder bags which were classic in silhouette; yet evoked a 1970’s vibe.



The collection was defined by its colours. The first and longest white period included oversized, near-harem trousers and oversized jackets, simple-looking shift and tunic dresses, and wide culottes with three delicately wrought strips running through the calf. There were a distressing amount of headscarf-cum-wimples, a full skirt split to the side, and a wide shouldered gilet with shoulders of leather and a back panel of mesh. Things became a half Grecian, half 1980's vision of futuristic dress with a series of heavily pleated white numbers with leather details that would have been great in an episode of Buck Rogers in the 25st Century . Most of the models wore leather headbands from which fell a fringe cut severely straight at the eye-brow line.



Long skirts, harem pants and headbands were featured in the Runway.

Printed "Islamic" Fabrics on Fashion 2011-2012

Throughout this years I have been noticed how Egypt is changing and now is making a "Revolution on Fashion" , Dubai has Rabia Z, but Egypt is having every time more and more new designers that are adopting the new trends in fashion and getting them into a New Hijabi Style a lot more modern but yet conservative and modest.



A classic Harem Pants with a new style of body wear made of cotton,an asymmetric bolero and a bag made of fabric.


Black abaya and Bag made with printed fabric "Islamic style" .

I don't know you but me...I'm not so sure about this matter, at least for me it doesn't seems very respectful when you are wearing clothing with any word from quran or with the name of our prophet printed on it, just think about it, what if you need to go to the WC?.

The pictures are gorgeous and the styles too, there is a lot of this kind of bags here in Egypt they are becoming the "New Fashion", enjoy anyway and use your discretion when using this accessories.

more information contact me at thepurplesharepoint@gmail.com

Elegant Hijab Fashion for this Eid or any Special Occasion

Step out this Eid in the selection of beautiful eveningwear with a modest touch.

Fatema Zehra offers keen graphic design enthusiast, Hina Khwaja, a selection of elegant gowns - ideal for any occasion.

Stylist Fatema Zehra

Photographer Steven Lawson

From www.emel.com



This for obvious reasons is my favorite (Purple)

Purple pearl work dress, £300 at Pia michi; Silver scarf – stylists own; Cream cardigan, £35 from Louche at Joy; Diamante bracelet, £12; Sequinned clutch, £22 both at Next.


Love the fresh but Elegant look

Multicoloured print dress, £420 at Pia michi; Purple Hijab, £15 at Tie-rack; Gold clutch, £32 at Accessorize; Plum cropped cardigan, £35 from Louche; Filled Resin Bangle, £35 both at Joy.




The bag in this look is my favorite

Blue diamond detail dress (with scarf attached), £330 at Pia michi; Grey blazer, £15 at H&M; Silver diamond clutch, £30; Diamante bracelets, £12 at Next

Not to sure about the feathers but the look is beautiful

Dark grey dress, £65 at Normode; Gold detail peacock belt, £15 from Louche; Suede insert bangle, £6 from Louche; Lace print scarf, £18 from ‘Soaked in Luxury’, all at Joy; Feather clutch bag, £25; Lace detail shoes, £35 both at Next





Simply Elegant, I'm in love with the Cardigan

Black chiffon drape dress, £330 at Pia michi; Black beaded cardigan, £39 from Louche at Joy; Black velvet clutch, £25; Beaded bracelets, £15 from Runway; Black and gold scarf, £16, all at Next.




Not so sure about all those colors, what I hate is the amount of pieces some times we have to wear to be covered(Maxy dress,long sleeve blouse,cardigan,etc,etc), why the designers can do their job and design something that doesn't need other items to cover us?

Green print dress, £55 at Normode; Gold knit shrug – stylists own; Gold scarf, £29.99 at Tie rack; Diamante beaded necklace, £20; Sequinned clutch, £22; Gold cuff, £12 all at Next.




***Hope you like this ideas***

Swarovsky Bridal Henna

yep you are reading good, isn't it really Wanderfull, I mean Swarovsky in your henna designs, wow!
well if you are lucky to live in NYC then you can have one of this beautiful designs


© Akiyo Henna


© Akiyo Henna



Akiyo Henna Inc offers a beautiful, exotic, temporary body art in the traditions of India, Morocco, North Africa, and the Middle East with the twist of contemporary design aesthetics from her fashion textile background.
Akiyo is a very talented and professional henna artist who has been practicing the art of henna for the past 10 years in the NYC Tristate area.

They use 100% natural fresh ingredients to insure your safety and the darkest stain.

"A Floral Legend" Abaya Collection by Khulood Designs

Wrap abaya with bronze floral lace embroidery. Comes with matching shaila. Available in all sizes by order. Prices are between ($130.00 and $160.00 usd Approx.)



Khulood Khalaf, under the brand name KK Design, is a Bahraini fashion designer with a Bachelor in Fashion Design from the Royal University for Women. Khulood grew up with the dream of becoming a glamorous fashion designer sketching designs throughout the day, every day! She loves to sketch and conceptualize all types of designs including ready to wear, evening gowns, accessories, jalabiyas, abayas, and couture.
Wrap abaya with black velvet and black and silver beadwork. Comes with matching shaila. Available in all sizes by order.




Khulood’s style can be described as feminine, sophisticated, unique, and sensational paying special attention to details and accessories. One rule she truly believes in is to create outfits that accentuate the female body and flatter a woman’s figure. She understands that different cuts suit different body types and catering to these needs is the key to successful fashion designing.



This one is my favorite





Abaya with blue embroidery, beadwork, and blue pattern lining. Comes with matching shaila. Available in all sizes by order.



Her new collection of abayas called "A Floral Legend" is unique because it merges the traditional style of the abaya with a more contemporary and fun style suitable for today's modern women. The abayas are enlivened with unique cuts such as the wrap, colorful printed fabrics, embroidery, and beadwork.

this line of abayas is focused on younger women. However, some of the designs are suitable for older women.


Abaya with red and purple floral embroidery and crystals. Black velvet decorates the sleeves and bottom of the abaya to create a flare silhouette. Comes with matching shaila. Available in all sizes by order


I asked her as a young arab designer what are the most common problems that she faces with each collection and how does she sees the future for all young arab designers?,
Black and white abaya with silver embroidery and crystals. Black and white floral lining. Comes with matching shaila. Available in all sizes by order.

She mention that the most common problem is just the rush and pressure of trying to create new collections for every season, the whole process of creating a collection is tiresome,but however, she said, "when all is done, the feeling is pure bliss".

and about the future of all new Arab designer she said "I see a bright future for young Muslim designers because we have proved that we are capable and are successful in creating all styles of clothing which include traditional clothing and modern clothing. We have proved that we can compete and become pioneers in the international fashion market. (Khulood K.)

about her next steps she mention that she is currently working very hard to open her own fashion atelier in Bahrain and make her dream come true.

We wish to her and all new designers the best, we have seen how hard is some times get into the business, but we have also be witnesses of the huge talent that as Khulood K.,have and they are doing a great contibution on how the arab and muslim women are seen in the eyes of western cultures where the fashion is one of the most important things in women lives, Muslim women cover all their body and hair but they are still fashionable and elegant.


KK has also a line of jalabiyas and head bands(Check the 4th issue of the SharePoint Magazine), for more information and enquiries contact her at : khulood_khalaf@hotmail.com

2011 Bridal Hijab

Assalam wa leykum,
May I introduce you the new Bridal & Party hijabs Ready to wear from Muslim Elegance , Visit our Fan page in FB, Like us and be part of the new experience in ready to wear bridal & party hijabs.
Muslim Elegance also offer you Bridal Sets, accessories and more coming soon insh'allah!

***Remember if you don't find what you are looking for we can make the hijab style you need!



For more pictures visit Muslim Elegance fan page

2011 summer hijab fashion trends

Salam wa leykum to every one!

Truly Egypt is not the UAE when it comes to fashion, Egyptians has strange way to wear but the important is they are confident and they enjoy mixing colors and textures which gives them a particular style, is really weird to find some one really fashionable here but I think this is due the HIGH prices that you have to pay for the latest trends and in a country where all are struggling to eat I think fashion comes in not even a second but in last place.




Any way here are some styles I found beautiful, fresh, and practical, I wont put brand names coz they don't pay for publicity right?, hehehe, this is meant just to give you some ideas I know for those who lives in non Muslim countries some times is difficult to find fashion styles or for those who has just embraced Islam (mash'allah Mabrouk to all of you) this is what you can wear, is not a rule ok it is just some ideas, remember this are pictures where they don't take care more about be really covered so keep in mind that the hijab should cover your neck!

hijab style 2011

I have always believe that you can be fashionable always even with a modest hijab

2011 winter hijab trends

Since I began with this blog in 2009, I started to notice how every day we have new hijabis blogging, and more Muslim women are now opening their minds to fashion, I believe because be covered doesn't means you can not be fashionable, I have notice too that more of the Muslim women in non-Muslim countries are worried to use hijab because they guess they will look old fashionable, you know for what is said that we Muslims live in the 14Th century, so more of this sis now thanks to all this hijabis blogging are seeing how you can wear hijab and be fashionable at the same time.

In fact we see now how many of this great European designers are turning their main styles to Arab women (probably because they are who has more money now thanks to the development of the Arab countries) so we see how( let's mention Swarovsky company) are launching full collections all inspired in the Arab world, which in more of the cases they call Muslim World, but the thing is that we Muslim are Elegant (Commercial for Muslim Elegance presented by That's me hehehehhe), Fashionable and the most important we obey Allah Order when we use our hijab, for that our fashion style is now becoming a big hit in all the world.

OK girls here are some hijab styles for this 2011, may Allah bless you and all your relatives and give you the best on this year and the years coming insh'allah!
The basics in more of the cases are the colors, textures and fabrics when choose a hijab, and at the end the style to wrap it, there are fabrics that can be used for some hijab styles while there are others that will not be good for all the styles.

So when you choose a hijab don't go only for the color but for the kind of fabric of what is made of.

For this style you need one or more under scarves in different colors, an oblong scarf a bit long to tied for behind your head and bring the rest in front to cover your neck and finish in the back again.
To wrap your hijab in this style you need either a full under scarf or an oblong scarf wrapped in Spanish style, then wrap an other oblong scarf as a bandanna and tied on one side of your head.
This one is my favorite :) , made with 3 bandannas, and 1 oblong scarf and 1 square scarf.
For this style you need one or more under scarves in different colors, an oblong scarf a bit long to tied for behind your head and bring the rest in front to cover your neck and finish on one of the sides. Same as above but secure it with a pin on the back of your head.
Simple and beautiful, you need a full under scarf and an oblong scarf.
for this style you need an under scarf (Cotton to keep the hijab on its place), an oblong scarf wrapped in Spanish style and a square scarf to Tie it on the knot of the fist scarf.

For this one you need a under scarf or you can wrap other scarf like a bonnet( to give volume), an oblong scarf and a bandana.

OK girls here are some hijab styles for this 2011, may Allah bless you and all your relatives and give you the best on this year and the years coming insh'allah!
If you notice something wrong in this post is probably because I'm writing while doing the laundry :)