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- About Fashion Trust Arabia
  
  Fashion Trust Arabia is a non-profit initiative launched in 2018 under the patronage of HH Sheikha Moza Bint Nasser as honorary chair, with co-chairs HE Sheikha Al-Mayassa bint Hamad Al-Thani and Tania Fares.
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  Honorary Chair
  
  Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser
  
  Co-Chairs
  
  Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa Bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani
  Tania Fares
- Strategic Development Committee
  
  Fashion Trust Arabia formed a new Strategic Development Committee featuring a seven-strong list of exciting and established voices in the fashion industry…
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  We are looking for Digital Sales Executive to proactively, creatively and innovatively sell the full range of FTA’s digital offerings.
  
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About
- About Fashion Trust Arabia
  
  Fashion Trust Arabia is a non-profit initiative launched in 2018 under the patronage of HH Sheikha Moza Bint Nasser as honorary chair, with co-chairs HE Sheikha Al-Mayassa bint Hamad Al-Thani and Tania Fares.
  Read more
- Founders
  
  Honorary Chair
  
  Her Highness Sheikha Moza bint Nasser
  
  Co-Chairs
  
  Her Excellency Sheikha Al Mayassa Bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani
  Tania Fares
- Strategic Development Committee
  
  Fashion Trust Arabia formed a new Strategic Development Committee featuring a seven-strong list of exciting and established voices in the fashion industry…
  Read more
- Work With Us
  
  We are looking for Digital Sales Executive to proactively, creatively and innovatively sell the full range of FTA’s digital offerings.
  
  Current Vacancies
Prize
- Discover
  Winners
  Finalists
  Judges
  Advisory Boards
  Partners
  Sponsors
- Browse by Edition
  Edition 2022
  Edition 2021
  Edition 2020
  Edition 2019
- 2022 Edition Sponsors
  Qatar Airways
  Qatar Duty Free
  Galeries Lafayette
  Chopard – Al Fardan Group
- Partner with Us
  
  Want to be part of our 2023 edition?
  Check you fit our requirements and apply online today.
  Know more
Features
Collaborations
Apply Now

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News
Pulse’s Holiday Gift Guide, Curated by: Abdulla Al Abdulla

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-12-19T20:39:51+02:00December 19, 2022|

News
Pulse’s Holiday Gift Guide, Curated by: Nojoud Al-Rumaihi

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-12-17T12:25:24+02:00December 17, 2022|

Fashion
Qatar Fashion United by CR Runway
Fashion's largest global runway to date.

By Omaia Jallad|2022-12-21T10:13:14+02:00December 17, 2022|

News
Pulse’s Holiday Gift Guide, Curated by: Dima Sheikhly

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-12-14T15:33:58+02:00December 14, 2022|

Fashion
Planet of the East: A Look At Oum Kulthum’s Style
It is impossible to be Arab, and not know who Oum Kulthum is.

By Mohammad Alnatour|2022-12-14T12:41:09+02:00December 14, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Is Thin Back In?
Why women's body types are still up for discussion and how to block out the noise.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-12-13T16:29:14+02:00December 13, 2022|

News
Meet “The Collective:” M7 X Printemps Doha’s New Fashion Retail Experts
Arab creatives are shining.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-12-12T16:49:17+02:00December 12, 2022|

Culture
Fashion in The Golden Age of Egyptian Cinema
It's all about the glamour in the golden age.

By Mohammad Alnatour|2022-12-09T10:44:34+02:00December 9, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Red is the Hair Color of the Season
The influencers rocking rouge locks and how to achieve their look.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-12-07T10:43:48+02:00December 7, 2022|

Collaborations
3 World Cup Inspired T-Shirts by 3 Past FTA Finalists
Fashion Trust Arabia collaborates with RKN on a World Cup special.

By FTA Editorial Team|2023-01-20T16:44:06+02:00December 6, 2022|

Fashion
Dior Unveils its Fall 2023 Men’s Collection in Giza: “Guided By The Stars”
Dior's highly anticipated show in Giza did not disappoint.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-12-05T20:46:50+02:00December 5, 2022|

Culture
3 Emirati Artists to Celebrate on UAE National Day
3 Emirati artists who have left a mark on the art scene.

By Omaia Jallad|2022-12-02T15:44:28+02:00December 2, 2022|

Accessories

Accessories
Lady Dior Meets Arab Creatives
Arab creatives take centre stage.

By Mohammad Alnatour|2022-12-27T10:29:58+02:00December 23, 2022|

Accessories
Eilaf Osman On Preserving Sudanese Craftsmanship
Fashion Trust Arabia 2022 Accessories Winner: Eilaf Osman's brand combines quality craftsmanship with traditional Sudanese art motifs.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-11-24T11:13:07+02:00November 24, 2022|

Accessories
Fatma Mostafa Is On a Mission to Protect Her Community
Fashion Trust Arabia 2022 Jewelry Winner: Fatma Mostafa is creating pieces that stand the test of time.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-11-24T11:23:37+02:00November 18, 2022|

Accessories
Because Belts are Meant to be Worn Everywhere
Wearing a utilitarian item in a way that serves no purpose at all is — once again, iconic.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-09-21T12:23:20+03:00September 21, 2022|

Accessories
Messika’s Dazzling Ode to Qatar
On August 30th, a collection of Qatar Edition jewels were unveiled exclusively at the opening of the Middle East’s largest Messika flagship at Place Vendôme Lusail, in Qatar.

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-09-05T13:41:54+03:00September 5, 2022|

Accessories
Because Adidas Loves Young Arab Designers!
On the occasion of the reopening of one of its largest international stores, in the Dubai Mall, Adidas Originals invites local designers to revisit elements of its identity, shoes, decor or packaging.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-08-19T14:26:37+03:00August 19, 2022|

Accessories
Jad Jreissati X Dr. Martens: A Unique Rebellion
The Lebanese student and designer was among the lineup selected by the British footwear brand and Central Saint Martins.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-08-16T11:10:02+03:00August 16, 2022|

Accessories
Double-Bags, Because One is Never Enough
It’s not just about pairing two random bags, rather it’s about coordinating different variations of bag with one another.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-07-11T16:00:08+03:00July 10, 2022|

Accessories
“Diane Kordas Jewelry is sincerely grateful to be part of FTA’s brilliant initiative”
The jewelry brand will donate 30% of the proceeds of a limited edition collection of iconic evil eye woven bracelets to FTA.

By Ziyad Makhoul|2023-01-20T16:45:18+02:00June 9, 2022|

Accessories
Pickloz, Rooted in Upcycling
Each piece created by a father and his two children is handmade and is an homage to Tunisian craft.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-02-07T11:20:40+02:00January 20, 2022|

Accessories
When Gemstones Are Worn Close to the Body
Here are six Arab jewelry brands we’re bookmarking on Instagram.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-01-21T13:30:41+02:00January 12, 2022|

Accessories
Let Positivity Shine Through the Power of Crystals
Discover the then most precious gemstones for a better 2022!

By Jessica Bounni|2022-01-11T09:38:14+02:00January 3, 2022|

Accessories
Talel Paris: Boldness, Ethics and Inclusivity
Moroccan designer Leila Roukni talks to Pulse about her accessories brand.

By Nour Hakim|2022-01-10T23:40:25+02:00November 24, 2021|

Accessories
The Five Bags You Should Invest In
The rise of the resale market has changed the way we look at “it” bags.

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:23+02:00October 20, 2021|

Accessories
FTA Prize Finalists Dream Big for Cannes
Three of the FTA Prize 2021 finalists in the accessories category sketched bags for one of the most anticipated events of the year.

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00July 15, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness

Beauty & Wellness
The Power of Plants
Herbalism is seeing a revival in the Middle East with the help of Hikma.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-12-28T09:31:11+02:00December 28, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
The Gift of Scent
Winter is here and with the festive season fast approaching these are the fragrances to covet.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-12-27T10:03:35+02:00December 27, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Is Thin Back In?
Why women's body types are still up for discussion and how to block out the noise.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-12-13T16:29:14+02:00December 13, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Red is the Hair Color of the Season
The influencers rocking rouge locks and how to achieve their look.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-12-07T10:43:48+02:00December 7, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Is Taping, the New TikTok Beauty Trend, Worth a Try?
The experts weigh in on if this hack for younger-looking skin will stick.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-11-23T13:21:19+02:00November 23, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
How Gen Z is Influencing the World of Beauty
This is why brands need to be taking note of the Arab consumer.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-10-21T11:50:49+03:00October 21, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Where Beauty Trends are Heading Now and in the Future
Three creatives share the first time they realized there was more to hair and makeup than just a sweep of product.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-10-07T15:38:12+03:00October 7, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Quiet Quitting… Beauty?
It’s not just jobs people are disconnecting with; it’s makeup and skincare fads, too.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-09-09T16:15:32+03:00September 11, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Because Hair is the Crown You Never Take Off
During the golden age of Beirut, the name of Naïm Abboud quickly became a worldwide reference in terms of talent, refinement, discretion, and know-how.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-09-12T11:34:00+03:00September 7, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
The Summer Hair Trends to Embrace in Fall
The season’s shifting? Yes, but these hairstyles are here to stay.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-09-06T13:49:28+03:00September 6, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Five Unexpected Ways to Relax in the Arab World
To celebrate World Relaxation Day, which falls on August 15, we share some unique ways to unwind and re-connect with your mind, body and soul.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-08-15T20:07:38+03:00August 15, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Love Them or Hate Them, Thin Brows Are Back
The trademark beauty trend of the 90’s is coming back once again. Are you looking to embrace it?

By Saif Hidayah|2022-08-03T11:42:10+03:00August 3, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
The Sweetest Ways to Embrace World Chocolate Day
It’s time to put that candy bar down and get a little more adventurous.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-07-12T15:45:18+03:00July 12, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Summer Beauty: Where to Shop Now in the GCC
There is nothing better than taking a few hours and exploring a beauty hall in your favourite department store.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-07-01T13:51:45+03:00July 3, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Avoid Bridezilla Moments with Our Pro Pre-Wedding Fitness Tips!
Lina Antar guides you toward greater wellness by looking at all aspects of your health, body, mind, and spirit.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-06-29T10:37:20+03:00June 29, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Let’s Break Down Grooming for the Modern Groom
Gentlemen, it’s time to look your best for your big day.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-06-27T17:41:24+03:00June 28, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
How to Wow Everybody on Your Wedding Day
Soft and romantic? That’s one option for your big day, but what about the rest?

By Alexandra Venison|2022-06-03T12:31:03+03:00June 3, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
What do Bizerte, Batroun and Jumeirah Have in Common?
Pulse shows you where to tan in style in the MENA Region.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-05-30T13:28:26+03:00May 30, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Augustinus Bader: Try it Once, You’ll Scream for More!
“The anguish of the noise from the pump dispenser, signaling that the bottle will soon be empty, is real,” says Charles Rosier to Pulse.

By Ziyad Makhoul|2023-01-20T16:46:20+02:00May 26, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Why Global Beauty Brands are Investing Big in the Middle East
Sisley has laid roots in the region, launching its first, and globally largest, spa in the GCC located in W Doha and one year later, is enjoying great success.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-05-13T12:55:25+03:00May 13, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
This is How your Beauty Treatments Will Last All Vacation
Facials, lashes, hair, makeup, SPF: four experts share their tips.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-05-04T12:54:06+03:00May 4, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Ramadan and the Power of Scent
Three women share their relationship with fragrance and what’s on their wish list for Eid.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-04-27T11:25:43+03:00April 27, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Working Out During the Holy Month
While there is no one-size fits all approach when it comes to working out during Ramadan, the most important thing is that you listen to your body.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-04-11T14:11:39+03:00April 11, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Let’s Get Back to Nature!
Ramadan offers the perfect time to reflect on your beauty routine with natural treatments and products.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-04-04T12:57:00+03:00April 4, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Karen Wazen, from Cavalli to Guerlain
The Lebanese digital entrepreneur becomes the French beauty house’s first regional ambassador.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-03-23T15:39:26+02:00March 24, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
When Beauty Meets Art
In celebration of Art Dubai, three makeup artists share looks inspired by regional talents they admire.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-03-22T13:23:18+02:00March 22, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
A Silent Revolution: The Rise of Bro-Tox
More men than ever before are flocking to their doctor’s offices for non-invasive cosmetic procedures.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-03-04T12:29:31+02:00March 4, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
“Han Makeup”: Say it How it (Really) Is!
Meet Hessa Alajaji, the Saudi makeup artist behind the region’s most exciting new make up line.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-02-18T18:24:10+02:00February 20, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Beauty Looks to Fall in Love With
Get ready for romance with makeup primed for Valentine’s Day and beyond.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-02-11T16:31:19+02:00February 13, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
A new year, a new approach to food
Outlining the food trends we expect to see more of in 2022.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-11T09:43:28+02:00January 9, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Sweat your worries away
Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon: We have scouted the region for some fitness centers that we know would be the perfect fit for you,

By Nour Hakim|2022-01-11T09:45:17+02:00January 6, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
“Enclothed Cognition” Can Save Us!
It’s a new year and it’s time to use fashion as a tool to calm the mind, and enhance your wellbeing.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-11T09:57:09+02:00January 5, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Healthy Body, Healthy Mind
Sweat away your worries with yoga and Pilates in Dubai, Beirut or Casablanca.

By Nour Hakim|2022-01-11T09:48:34+02:00January 4, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
“I wanted to break the boundaries of a male-dominated industry“
Hairstylist Deena Alawaid is set to shake up the region’s hair with the launch of her own salon in the heart of Dubai.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-01-11T10:14:24+02:00January 2, 2022|

Beauty & Wellness
Let’s Wash Our Hands In Style!
Five trendy, fun and creative ideas to stay clean and clear.

By Nour Hakim|2022-01-10T23:40:23+02:00October 15, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
A 3-Step Guide to CBD Beauty Products
Beauty website Glow Destination specialises in cannabidiol (CBD) beauty products. Its founder, Emirati Jassim Al Nowais, give us the lowdown on why CBD products are a gamechanger.

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:21+02:00September 15, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Guyliner and Manscara: The Eyes are the Reflection of the Soul
It’s good to remember that nothing is new about men’s makeup: it is a cultural tradition.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00July 21, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Less UV Rays and More Tanning? Yes, indeed!
In the past few years, things have changed, and Middle Eastern women are now ready for sunless tanning.

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00July 14, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
“There’s a little ‘witchy’ in all of us!”
The Lebanese-Australian Yasmin Sewell talks about Vyrao, her fragrance based on feel-good energies, and available in five different scents.

By Ziyad Makhoul|2022-01-10T23:40:17+02:00June 30, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Jazmin Saraï Creates Scents Inspired by Moments
Dana El Masri’s perfume brand offers a sense of Arabic culture rarely smelled before

By Tracy Lynn Chemaly|2022-01-10T23:40:16+02:00June 19, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
The Pandemic’s Impact on Mental Health
Five Arab creatives reveal how COVID-19 affected their lives

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:15+02:00May 29, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
From Beauty Guru to Beauty Boss
With many influencers looking to launch their own brands, here’s a look at how social media has helped them turn their passion into their purpose

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:15+02:00May 22, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Will Gisou Come to the Rest of the Arab World?
Negin Misralehi explains the benefits and reveals the strategy of her haircare brand

By Marwan Naaman|2022-01-10T23:40:15+02:00May 20, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Elie Saab’s Haute Couture Inspires a New L’Oréal Makeup Collection
The French cosmetics company teams up with the Lebanese fashion designer to launch a beauty line

By Marwan Naaman|2022-01-10T23:40:14+02:00May 8, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Codex and Dr. Azra’s Ramadan Treat
Henna artist Dr. Azra Khamissa introduces a new collaboration with California’s Codex

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:14+02:00May 6, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
You Should Never Wear: Nude Lipstick
“The wrong shade of nude lipstick can make you look tired and washed out,” says Dubai makeup artist Vimi Joshi

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:13+02:00April 29, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Clean Beauty Makes Inroads Across the Arab World
Environmentally friendly beauty products are becoming more popular in the MENA region

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:12+02:00April 13, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Potion Kitchen: Natural Skincare from Southern Lebanon
Rafa Hojeij harnesses the bounties of the Mediterranean country to create her sustainable products

By Marwan Naaman|2022-01-10T23:40:11+02:00March 18, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Harnessing the Healing Benefits of CBD
Western medical and wellness industries have endorsed CBD. Will the MENA region follow suit?

By Anum Bashir|2022-01-10T23:40:11+02:00March 4, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Dr. Barbara Sturm Joins Forces with FTA
The renowned skincare specialist launches a limited edition skincare set in collaboration with FTA

By FTA Editorial Team|2023-01-20T16:48:32+02:00March 2, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Lebanon’s Savvy Element Blends Wellness with Sustainability
Launched by Batoul Hakim, the home care and personal care line is one step ahead of the game

By Marwan Naaman|2022-01-10T23:40:10+02:00February 27, 2021|

Beauty & Wellness
Shiffa Embraces Clean Beauty
The brand’s Emirati founder, Dr. Lamees Hamdan, explains why balance is key when it comes to skincare

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:10+02:00February 16, 2021|

Business

Business
The Basics of Selling Fashion to Gen Z in the MENA region
Gen Z will soon enough be “the main target for brands as their purchasing power increases and is expected to overtake Millennials”.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-10-07T15:49:46+03:00October 9, 2022|

Business
The New Digital Realities for the Fashion Industry
Pulse speaks to George Yashin, Co-founder and CEO of ZERO10, an AR fashion platform providing innovative solutions for brands entering the digital world.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-09-23T11:05:01+03:00September 22, 2022|

Business
For the MENA Fashion Industry, Sustainability is not a Luxury
“We believe in the importance of acting now, for the future to exist,” says Tania Nawbar to Pulse.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-08-17T16:13:14+03:00August 18, 2022|

Business
Khitan: Cultural Resistance in Gaza
This project can be best described as a hub and a brand that attempts to shape the future of fashion through the expression of Palestinian heritage.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-08-10T17:10:48+03:00August 10, 2022|

Business
Two Years After the Beirut Blast, the Lebanese Fashion Industry is Still Moving Forward
Many designers, manufacturers and distributors that were hit hard both by the crisis and the blast have managed to cope with the damage.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-08-05T12:37:43+03:00August 5, 2022|

Business
How the Arab Fashion Industry Can Become Truly Conscious and Fair
Rouba G. is the first Arab fashion designer to use the blockchain to power transparency.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-07-13T15:59:02+03:00July 17, 2022|

Business
Destination Weddings: The Call of the Metaverse
Do you dream of celebrating your union in a place where no one has ever set foot ?

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-06-19T14:35:33+03:00June 19, 2022|

Business
The Cost of Wedding Dresses Across the MENA Region
Bought or rented for the night, the wedding dress remains the highlight of the ceremony and the party.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-06-22T17:13:00+03:00June 5, 2022|

Business
The Middle East Beachwear Market’s Own Logic
In this part of the world, the way people, and women in particular, choose their beachwear depends a lot on the culture and the laws of the country they live in.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-05-27T22:25:51+03:00May 16, 2022|

Business
What do 5,6 million “Arabic speakers” have in common?
In the MENA region, hair transplants, rhinoplasty and liposuction are the top three most requested procedures.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-04-29T16:41:47+03:00May 1, 2022|

Business
Luxury Retail in MENA Airports: Is the Best Yet to Come?
Unlike the T&T industry, the luxury retail sector did more than OK in 2021, especially in the GCC.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-04-08T12:34:50+03:00April 8, 2022|

Business
SAWA X THAT Concept, Helping Arab Talents
Salama Khalfan and Ghizlan Guenez talk women’s empowerment and supporting Arab entrepreneurs and businesses.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-03-17T11:54:19+02:00March 15, 2022|

Business
Fantastic Wearables and How to Tame Them
The global wearable technology market is expected to reach USD 118.16 billion by 2028.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-03-10T13:33:24+02:00March 10, 2022|

Business
What promises do DAOs hold for the MENA fashion industry?
The features that Decentralized Autonomous Organizations offer could literally “reshape fashion”.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-02-23T15:06:10+02:00February 23, 2022|

Business
“Lucid Algorithms”: Fashion of the Future
Welcome to Rami Kadi’s SS22 Couture collection.

By Nour Hakim|2022-01-21T13:13:16+02:00January 17, 2022|

Business
The Metaverse, a Promising Playground for Fashion and Luxury
It’s not surprising that more and more brands are preparing to go down this virtual rabbit hole.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-01-21T13:31:15+02:00January 13, 2022|

Business
The Fashion Industry Has Already Recovered From the Pandemic
According to the latest State of Fashion report published by McKinsey, global fashion sales should “reach 96% to 101% of 2019 levels in 2021 and 103% to 108% in 2022”.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-01-21T13:36:04+02:00December 22, 2021|

Business
UAE: How the New Weekend Will Impact Businesses
“An adaptation process will probably take some time, but will lead to a positive outcome,” say experts.

By Philippe Hage Boutros|2022-01-10T23:40:26+02:00December 10, 2021|

Culture

Culture
Arab Models You Need To Have On Your Radar
Arab models from across the region are increasingly appearing on global platforms.

By Mohammad Alnatour|2022-12-25T11:25:27+02:00December 25, 2022|

Culture
Fashion in The Golden Age of Egyptian Cinema
It's all about the glamour in the golden age.

By Mohammad Alnatour|2022-12-09T10:44:34+02:00December 9, 2022|

Culture
3 Emirati Artists to Celebrate on UAE National Day
3 Emirati artists who have left a mark on the art scene.

By Omaia Jallad|2022-12-02T15:44:28+02:00December 2, 2022|

Culture
6 Highlights From Martin Margiela’s Film by Reiner Holzemer
Director Reiner Holzemer managed to interview Martin Margiela, live, a man who only ever interviewed by fax.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-11-23T11:04:00+02:00November 22, 2022|

Culture
Bokja at Dubai Design Week
The Beirut-based brand presented their latest installation, “Let’s Talk About the Weather,” at Dubai Design Week.

By Omaia Jallad|2022-11-16T13:03:15+02:00November 16, 2022|

Culture
Prada Mode Lands in Dubai
A new interactive perspective on art, fashion and culture through the lens of Prada.

By Nujoud Oweis|2022-11-15T14:18:05+02:00November 14, 2022|

Culture
Gen Z Loves K-Pop: Netizens from the Same Metaverse
How did a South Korean music genre, and all the culture that goes along with it, penetrate the Arabian Gulf to find such a large number of fans?

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-10-19T16:27:23+03:00October 19, 2022|

Culture
Gen Z: The Hatred of Perfection
Gen Z is the most diverse generation in history and to attract their attention, you must speak their language.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-10-18T11:58:00+03:00October 18, 2022|

Culture
Pink October: A Rose for a Cause
This October, as has been the case since 1992, pink is being highlighted as a color of strength while symbolizing the global fight against breast cancer.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-10-12T13:34:43+03:00October 12, 2022|

Culture
A Gateway to Qatar with Yasmin Mansour
The Qatari fashion designer takes us to her favorite places in her country, three weeks before the FTA Prize event.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-10-03T12:59:33+03:00October 2, 2022|

Culture
Educating the Next Generation of Fashion Designers- Part II
Pulse speaks to key people representing the ‘IT’ fashion schools in Dubai, Beirut and Casablanca.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-09-23T16:46:08+03:00September 25, 2022|

Culture
Mirror, Mirror on the Wall, which is the Fairest Country of Them All?
Whatever the legitimacy of the criticism, beauty pageants remain a great way to showcase a nation’s heritage and culture.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-09-12T11:39:23+03:00August 17, 2022|

Culture
A Getaway to Jordan With Tania Georges
The Jordanian fashion designer takes us to her favorite places in her country.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-08-12T17:27:09+03:00August 14, 2022|

Culture
Fabric as Language at The V&A’s Africa Fashion Exhibition
The richness of African fashion is celebrated till April 2023 through the largest exhibition ever devoted to the topic in the UK.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-07-13T14:13:31+03:00July 15, 2022|

Culture
Alice in Arab Wonderland(s)
On the occasion of Alice in Wonderland Day, Pulse flew Alice to three Arab countries, and styled her with the help of some of our favorite MENA designers.

By Ziyad Makhoul|2022-07-06T12:19:18+03:00July 4, 2022|

Culture
Ladies: This is What You Need to Know Before Getting Married
Former brides share the tips they wish they had received before their big day

By Alexandra Venison|2022-06-15T12:15:35+03:00June 15, 2022|

Culture
Shine Bright Like a Diamond in Morocco, Lebanon, Italy or Spain
Pulse has chosen to take you to some of the most exclusive wedding destinations of recent seasons.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-06-12T16:14:50+03:00June 12, 2022|

Culture
London, Baby: Places to Be and Places to See
Let’s take a tour of London with Saudi fashion designer Ziyad Buainain as our guide.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-05-31T13:37:20+03:00May 31, 2022|

Culture
On the Beach, but Never Without my Book!
Here are Pulse’s essential summer reads from some of today’s most interesting Arab authors.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-05-27T15:19:29+03:00May 27, 2022|

Culture
From surf culture to “surf couture”
Monogrammed surfboards set the scene for spring/summer collections regularly inspired by this thrilling subculture,

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-05-24T11:32:04+03:00May 24, 2022|

Culture
No Hot Summer Without Pulse’s Playlists
We asked three “IT” DJs to curate ten of their favorite tracks to cover all your plans this summer.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-05-20T15:05:55+03:00May 20, 2022|

Culture
Gucci X Raphaëlle Macaron, La Vie En Green
The Lebanese illustrator collaborated with the Italian House on two campaigns, including one in China.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-05-18T13:03:05+03:00May 18, 2022|

Culture
Lina Ghotmeh, Architecture for the Living
On the occasion of World Day of Creativity and Innovation, the inspirational Lebanese architect, adopted by Hermès for a special project, talks to Pulse.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-04-21T18:10:47+03:00April 21, 2022|

Culture
Three Tables, Three Themes, One Perfect Iftar
An acclaimed table designer, Léa Sfeir confides to Pulse her process and sources, her highlights of the season and her ideal menu for Ramadan and Easter.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-04-19T15:39:46+03:00April 19, 2022|

Culture
The “Dancing” Creations of Rabih Kayrouz at the San Francisco Ballet
"It's really the movement that inspires me," says the Lebanese designer to Pulse.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-03-28T11:02:00+03:00March 28, 2022|

Culture
Sweet Comic Valentine
It is said that it was the poet William Chaucer who, in the 14th century, gave Cupid's bow and quiver to Valentine, a saint from the two hundred-somethings…

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-02-14T12:47:34+02:00February 14, 2022|

Culture
Minnie Mouse, Queen of Hearts
Pulse took the iconic Disney mascot on a styling trip across Qatar, Jordan and Lebanon.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-02-11T16:46:02+02:00February 11, 2022|

Culture
How Ballet Brings Cultures Together
Olga Balakleets, Founder and Artistic Director of the Ballet Icons Gala, talks to Pulse.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-02-04T13:13:39+02:00February 6, 2022|

Culture
This Year, It Is All About Number 6
Can numbers be the key to your destiny? The practice of numerology suggests so.

By Alexandra Venison|2022-01-17T15:34:45+02:00January 10, 2022|

Culture
Health, Joy, Love, Success, Resilience!
Fashion Trust Arabia asked some of our creative community to share their hopes for 2022.

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-17T15:42:00+02:00December 31, 2021|

Culture
Lebanon, the Fame and the Glory
A dive into “Lebanese Fashion History”, the Instagram account that celebrates Lebanon’s golden years through fashion and beauty.

By Nour Hakim|2022-01-10T23:40:26+02:00December 9, 2021|

Culture
The Perpetual Reinvention of Dana Hourani
The Dubai-based Lebanese artist talks to Pulse about music, fashion, and much more.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:26+02:00December 8, 2021|

Culture
Abloh Around the Clock in Doha
An exhibition, a talk and a DJ set : 24 hours with Virgil Abloh in Doha, a Qatar Creates initiative.

By admin|2022-01-10T23:40:25+02:00November 17, 2021|

Culture
The House of Gaga
All eyes are on what Lady Gaga is going to be wearing for the Ridley Scott film’s red carpet premieres in the next few weeks.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:25+02:00November 15, 2021|

Culture
Dior’s Dreams in Doha: Happiness and Beauty
"Christian Dior Designer of Dreams", more than an exhibition, a great moment and already a landmark.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:25+02:00November 12, 2021|

Culture
The birth of stars
On set with photographer and artist Hassan Hajjaj and the 6 winning fashion designers of the 2021 FTA Prize.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:24+02:00November 10, 2021|

Culture
This Bubbly Je Ne Sais Quoi of Paris In the Heart of Doha
Opening a Galeries Lafayette in Nice, Berlin, Jakarta, Beijing, Dubai and Istanbul made sense. Opening Galeries Lafayette in Doha, Qatar, was more of an … indication.

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:23+02:00October 27, 2021|

Culture
Squid Game… But Make It Fashion!
Netflix’s most watched show definitely needs a relooking. Let’s take a moment to re-style the players using items from MENA-based designers for each of the 6 games that took place.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:23+02:00October 26, 2021|

Culture
When Arab GenZ Set the Trends on TikTok
Five fashion-focused TikTok users based in the MENA région answer Pulse’s questions.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:23+02:00October 19, 2021|

Culture
Islam, a Source of Modernity at Cartier
Discovering the happy and unforeseen influence of Muslim aesthetics on the French jewelry Maison.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-27T09:17:30+02:00October 18, 2021|

Culture
When Sex And The City Comes to the MENA
Move over New York, 3 Arab designers envision what Sarah Jessica Parker would wear on the hit show in Morocco, Qatar and Egypt.

By Dana Nassour Khairallah|2022-01-10T23:40:21+02:00September 19, 2021|

Culture
“Bonne Arrivée!” to Tunisia in France
Five Tunisian Fashion Designers Open their Trunks at the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:21+02:00September 6, 2021|

Culture
On the Afghan Silk Road, With Zarif
Zolaykha Sherzad helped in rebuilding Afghan culture with an NGO, School of Hope, and a fashion brand, Zarif Design.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:21+02:00September 1, 2021|

Culture
What is the Significance of Emirati Women’s Day?
Five Emirati women from the fashion and beauty industry weigh in on why this year’s Emirati Women’s Day is extra special.

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:20+02:00August 27, 2021|

Culture
A Female Perspective in Arabic Shows – Finally!
AlRawabi School for Girls, a drama-packed young adult series just released on Netflix, and is a first in the region.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:20+02:00August 18, 2021|

Culture
What it’s Like Being an Arab Creative Today
Pulse celebrates the contributions of eight Arab creatives from across the MENA region who serve as catalysts for hope.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:20+02:00August 12, 2021|

Culture
Inspired by Women, Motivated by Fashion
Egyptian painter Amina Salem draws inspiration from Western and Arab designers alike, and from fashion trends more generally.

By Nourhan Tewfik|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00August 2, 2021|

Culture
Rock n’ Roll and Fashion: Biological Twins
It is no surprise that the tandem finds itself at its loudest in the midst of political crises and social changes.

By Rabih Salloum|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00July 30, 2021|

Culture
Keep Dana Boulos and Joy Asfar on Your Radar!
"TALK" and "The Forward Minds" are two podcasts led by two Arab women, all about sustainability and the creative industry.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00July 25, 2021|

Culture
Arab Fashion Students: How to Settle the Hurdles
Five students from the MENA region share their experiences.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00July 19, 2021|

Culture
“Gossip Girl”: Let’s Pick the Arab Cast
The iconic series made its reboot comeback last week: Vote for its MENA casting with FTA Pulse.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00July 18, 2021|

Culture
When Arab Divas Almost Hold Our Hands
“Divas, from Umm Kulthum to Dalida” is an ambitious exhibition, showcasing the main features of the Arab musical scene throughout the 20th century.

By Josephine Hobeika|2022-01-10T23:40:17+02:00June 27, 2021|

Culture
In such a chaotic world, let’s try yoga… with style
A small chitchat with Hanane Lazaar, about yoga and fashion in the MENA region.

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:17+02:00June 21, 2021|

Culture
Stop, and listen to the fashion shows!
On the occasion of Fête de la Musique, celebrated in over 1,000 cities in the world, Pulse asked two of the most hyped Arab DJs, Cosmicat and Caline Chidiac, to create the soundtrack of one of their favorite Arab designer’s show. For your ears only...

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:16+02:00June 21, 2021|

Culture
Atlalfromgalbi Goes to the Root of Culture
Lilia-Yasmin’s fashion label Atlalfromgalbi is an ode to Arab culture

By Tracy Lynn Chemaly|2022-01-10T23:40:16+02:00June 17, 2021|

Culture
The Emergence of Fashion Schools in the Middle East
A degree in fashion design had been virtually unheard of in the MENA region. But over the last decade, the region has witnessed the arrival of new institutions

By Rayane Abou Jaoude|2022-01-10T23:40:16+02:00June 15, 2021|

Culture
The Post-Pandemic Playbook for Fashion Schools
What fashion educators learned when schooling had to adapt to distance teaching

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:16+02:00June 8, 2021|

Culture
The State of On-Screen Fashion
While it is easy to recognize a Gucci bag or Nike trainers on our TV and movie screens, brands from the MENA region may not be as obvious to spot

By Tracy Lynn Chemaly|2022-01-10T23:40:15+02:00June 1, 2021|

Culture
Udjat: A Poetic Expression of Egypt
Louis Barthélemy’s fashion label presents clothes with motifs and embroideries created by marginalized communities from the Arab world

By Whitney Robinson|2022-01-10T23:40:14+02:00May 8, 2021|

Culture
New Kaftans Inspired by Huguette Caland
Eight Qatar-based designers create fashion items based upon the Lebanese artist’s oeuvre

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:13+02:00April 27, 2021|

Culture
Reflecting on Ramadan Capsule Collections
The Prada Ramadan campaign shows that international fashion is starting to see the MENA region as more than just a money-spinner

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:12+02:00April 17, 2021|

Culture
Qatar’s Creative Future
One year since the announcement of M7, Qatar’s creative start-ups hub, Doha emerges as a destination for arts, culture and design, and continues to move ahead

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:10+02:00March 2, 2021|

Culture
Arab Teens Carve an Identity
FTA speaks to teens in the MENA region about their sartorial inspirations

By Rayane Abou Jaoude|2022-01-10T23:40:09+02:00February 8, 2021|

Culture
Arabian Fashion in Digital History
The Zay Initiative preserves Arab culture through dress and adornment

By Tracy Lynn Chemaly|2022-01-10T23:40:08+02:00February 4, 2021|

Editorial

Editorial
When FTA Met Adonis in Baalbeck
In this one of a kind “FTA Meets”, Fashion Trust Arabia pulled off an exclusive shoot of the famed Lebanese band in in one of the Arab world’s most prestigious beacons of cultural resistance.

By Ziyad Makhoul|2023-01-20T16:52:40+02:00July 6, 2022|

Editorial
In the Wake of Hubert
Hubert Fattal was found stabbed to death in his house four days ago. His perfumes were made as one unfolds a dream from a page written in a personal notebook

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-03-09T17:28:18+02:00March 9, 2022|

Editorial
Pulse’s 21 Arab Powerhouses of 2021
21 categories, 21 names: Discover who stood out among creatives from the MENA region last year.

By Ziyad Makhoul|2022-01-28T13:33:14+02:00January 28, 2022|

Editorial
365 Days with Pure Arab Talent(s)
It's been a year to the day since Pulse's launch, and we are happy, and proud, to say "mission accomplished". And this is why…

By Ziyad Makhoul|2022-01-28T17:01:58+02:00January 27, 2022|

Editorial
Beirut 1 – Vampires 0

By Ziyad Makhoul|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00August 3, 2021|

Editorial
FTA Prize 2022: Apply Now!

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:18+02:00July 11, 2021|

Editorial
Our fingers on (the) Pulse

By Ziyad Makhoul|2022-01-10T23:40:16+02:00June 21, 2021|

Fashion

Fashion
Pulse’s Fashion Moments of the Year
We look back at the most influential fashion moments that defined 2022.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-12-27T10:21:44+02:00December 27, 2022|

Fashion
“Mended” by Larissa von Planta
The art of sublimating a ruined collection.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-12-27T10:29:07+02:00December 25, 2022|

Fashion
Pulse’s Last Minute Holiday Gift Guide
Pick Local. Buy Local.

By Nujoud Oweis|2022-12-25T11:21:47+02:00December 21, 2022|

Fashion
Arab Royals Rocking Arab Designers
Wearing Arab is in.

By Nujoud Oweis|2022-12-20T08:24:00+02:00December 20, 2022|

Fashion
Qatar Fashion United by CR Runway
Fashion's largest global runway to date.

By Omaia Jallad|2022-12-21T10:13:14+02:00December 17, 2022|

Fashion
Planet of the East: A Look At Oum Kulthum’s Style
It is impossible to be Arab, and not know who Oum Kulthum is.

By Mohammad Alnatour|2022-12-14T12:41:09+02:00December 14, 2022|

Culture
Fashion in The Golden Age of Egyptian Cinema
It's all about the glamour in the golden age.

By Mohammad Alnatour|2022-12-09T10:44:34+02:00December 9, 2022|

Collaborations
3 World Cup Inspired T-Shirts by 3 Past FTA Finalists
Fashion Trust Arabia collaborates with RKN on a World Cup special.

By FTA Editorial Team|2023-01-20T16:44:06+02:00December 6, 2022|

Fashion
Dior Unveils its Fall 2023 Men’s Collection in Giza: “Guided By The Stars”
Dior's highly anticipated show in Giza did not disappoint.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-12-05T20:46:50+02:00December 5, 2022|

Fashion
The Ultimate Guide To Embracing Kitsch This Winter
Move over neutrals, color is taking over this winter season!

By Nujoud Oweis|2022-12-05T17:08:36+02:00December 2, 2022|

Fashion
Arab Fashion Takes Centre Stage
FTA Pulse's Weekly Roundup: all the newsworthy headlines you need to know.

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-12-01T13:55:06+02:00December 1, 2022|

Fashion
Middle Eastern Crafts are Making a Comeback
Reviving old traditions has never been this fashionable.

By Omaia Jallad|2022-11-30T11:08:51+02:00November 30, 2022|

Fashion
4 Must-Have Coats by Arab Designers this Winter
Rounding up our favorite coats by Arab designers for winter.

By Maya Damirji|2022-11-29T14:22:14+02:00November 29, 2022|

Fashion
Artsi Ifrach Is Breaking Boundaries
Fashion Trust Arabia 2022 Evening Wear Winner: Artsi Ifrach on discipline, intuition and seeking elevation.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-11-24T11:11:10+02:00November 24, 2022|

Fashion
Burç Akyol and The Power Of Fashion
Fashion Trust Arabia 2022 Guest Country Winner: Burç Akyol is creating pieces that carry soul.

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-11-23T14:39:53+02:00November 23, 2022|

Culture
6 Highlights From Martin Margiela’s Film by Reiner Holzemer
Director Reiner Holzemer managed to interview Martin Margiela, live, a man who only ever interviewed by fax.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-11-23T11:04:00+02:00November 22, 2022|

Collaborations
Zuhair Murad and Fashion Trust Arabia Collaborate On Sustainable Tote Bags
Fashion Trust Arabia and Zuhair Murad create re-usable tote bags with Bags of Ethics.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-11-21T16:51:15+02:00November 21, 2022|

Fashion
Kazna Asker Is One To Watch
Fashion Trust Arabia 2022 Debut Winner: Kazna Akser’s streetwear label is inspired by the Arab and Muslim world.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-11-24T11:22:55+02:00November 19, 2022|

Fashion
Lurline: The Self Proclaimed Goth Sisters of Saudi Arabia
Fashion Trust Arabia 2022 Ready-to-Wear Winner: Lulrine's world is a fun escape from prim perfection.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-11-24T11:24:13+02:00November 17, 2022|

Culture
Prada Mode Lands in Dubai
A new interactive perspective on art, fashion and culture through the lens of Prada.

By Nujoud Oweis|2022-11-15T14:18:05+02:00November 14, 2022|

Fashion
“Forever Valentino” When the Roads that Lead to Rome Pass Through Doha
The dazzling exhibition presents a dreamlike vision of Rome in the heart of Doha, a city where past and future meet at breakneck speed.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2023-01-24T11:52:45+02:00November 2, 2022|

Fashion
This is Where Most Brands Get it Wrong with Gen Z
Pulse picked three styles from some of our favorite regional brands that seem to have won over the crowd

By Saif Hidayah|2022-10-25T12:50:23+03:00October 25, 2022|

Fashion
Roni Helou Talks About the Printemps X M7 Partnership for Young Designers
As both a mentor and a jury member for the contest, the Lebanese designer tells Pulse all about the initiative.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-11-18T14:24:12+02:00October 24, 2022|

Fashion
What Gen Z Wants, Gen Z Gets!
A complete guide to 2022 Gen Z’s fashion interests.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-10-14T17:26:38+03:00October 17, 2022|

Fashion
Generation Create: Who to Follow and Why
Today, we’ll introduce you to our Top 3 Gen Z Instagram figures and tell why you should follow them.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-10-10T12:45:19+03:00October 10, 2022|

Fashion
The Prints of the Seventies, Between Joy and Disenchantment
Capturing the feeling of a changing world, young Arab designers are now joining this trend in an almost instinctive way.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-10-04T16:01:47+03:00October 4, 2022|

Fashion
If you’re a Hobeika Woman, the World is About to Understand what that Means
Georges Hobeika SS23 in Paris : all about beauty and grace.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-10-03T15:45:47+03:00October 3, 2022|

Fashion
The Pant Suit is Back, Feel its Power
Since YSL reinvented the tuxedo for women, the pant suit has been treated with the respect that comes with the memory of the long years of struggle needed to conquer it.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-09-30T13:05:27+03:00September 30, 2022|

Fashion
How Richard Quinn Turned Grief into Art
The British designer dedicated his SS23 collection to her Majesty the Queen, who “touched him among so many others with her grace and kindness.”

By Saif Hidayah|2022-09-23T16:05:23+03:00September 23, 2022|

Fashion
Are Arab Men Ready to Live the Chalamet Experience?
In a post-pandemic world, men have indeed embraced fashion in all its glory once more — daring to dream while attempting to challenge societal norms.

By Fifi Abou Dib and Saif Hidayah|2022-09-15T15:23:55+03:00September 15, 2022|

Fashion
A Triumphant Skinny Return?
Yes, skinny jeans can be chic, and this is how you can rock the trend once more in 2022!

By Saif Hidayah|2022-09-08T13:36:03+03:00September 8, 2022|

Fashion
Welcome to Barbiecore World!
With the emergence of the Y2K trend, Barbie is taking the reins as this year’s ultimate muse: it’s an ode to all things hot pink.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-08-26T11:41:36+03:00August 26, 2022|

Fashion
Pleating and the Dancing Garment, from Fortuny to Miyake
Pleating is a technique that dates back to Pharaonic Egypt, where it was, because of the complexity of its maintenance, reserved for the elite.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-08-24T19:13:28+03:00August 25, 2022|

Fashion
Twelve Drops of Reemami’s Olive Oil
Reemami, known for her signature architectural, experimental cuts and hand illustrated prints, stepped out of her comfort zone this season.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-08-22T18:14:43+03:00August 23, 2022|

Fashion
Buy Happiness, Buy Vintage!
These are three of the region’s best vintage stores to help you on your thrifting journey.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-08-22T13:22:04+03:00August 22, 2022|

Fashion
Weaving and Moving: The Ultimate Combination of Craftmanship and Art
Some say time is the ultimate luxury. The Lebanese brand Thread of Time proves it with their incredible weaving and embroidery

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-08-19T16:19:06+03:00August 21, 2022|

Fashion
Saudi in NYC … and Beyond
The Saudi Fashion Commission unveiled its first international showcase with its 100-designer cohort hand-picked from 1,500 artists.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-08-12T11:45:59+03:00August 12, 2022|

Fashion
Tarek Moukaddem, Unapologetically Himself
From fashion photography to fashion design, the Lebanese creative sold out his first collection within 48 hours of the launch.

By Nour Hakim|2022-08-10T17:06:29+03:00August 11, 2022|

Fashion
How Fashion Can Restructure a Destroyed Self
The collection presented by Alexandra Choucair shows more than ever that clothing is a means of expression and perhaps also an instrument of healing.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-08-08T14:06:48+03:00August 8, 2022|

Fashion
In Egypt, “Mother of the World”, There’s Glamour without Glory… So Far
The two Egyptian finalists of the 2022 FTA Prize talk to Pulse about the contemporary fashion design scene in their country.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-08-01T11:38:23+03:00August 1, 2022|

Fashion
Lebanon and Syria: Two Sides of the Same Coin
Pulse spoke to the Lebanese and Syrian finalists of this year’s FTA Prize about the fashion scene in both countries.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-07-29T12:54:45+03:00July 29, 2022|

Fashion
Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi Arabia: Thriving and Making Waves
Pulse spoke to FTA Prize 2022 finalists, Kuwaiti Amna Elsalem, Qatari Yasmin Mansour and Saudi Lurline about the future of fashion in each of their respective countries.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-07-27T13:35:39+03:00July 27, 2022|

Fashion
Sudan, a Nation with “Great Resources and Potential”
The fashion industry in this stunning Northeast African country is rooted in history, yet pioneering.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-07-22T11:02:44+03:00July 24, 2022|

Fashion
In the Maghreb, it’s Culture, Not Only Couture!
With five Moroccan FTA Prize finalists, one Algerian and one Tunisian, the Maghreb once again shows how essential it remains to fashion in the Arab world.

By Chama Tahiri|2022-07-20T10:28:08+03:00July 20, 2022|

Fashion
Yemen, the “Fruitful Arabia”
"My country needs acknowledgement and resources in order for the creators to thrive," says FTA finalist Kazna Asker.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-07-20T10:19:48+03:00July 19, 2022|

Fashion
Why Demna, much like Balenciaga, is a Visionary
What ties both legacies together beautifully is the fact that although different, the Georgian designer continues to draw inspiration from the Spanish maestro.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-07-13T13:54:14+03:00July 14, 2022|

Fashion
The Valli Woman is Here to Stay
The FW 22/23 collection marks the Italian designer’s triumphant return to Paris’ couture runway.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-07-11T11:23:14+03:00July 11, 2022|

Fashion
The Majestic Twilight Zone of Elie Saab
For the FW 22/23 couture collection, the sultry silhouettes were accompanied by a young modern man, a first for the Lebanese Maison.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-07-08T17:19:09+03:00July 8, 2022|

Fashion
Welcome to Zuhair Murad’s Captivating Cosmos!
The FW 22/23 collection of the Lebanese couturier narrated ten different tales, with celestial creatures.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-07-08T14:10:34+03:00July 8, 2022|

Fashion
A Love Letter to Earth from Georges and Jad Hobeika
The Parisian couture show, co-directed by the father and the son, was a nod to a new beginning for the Lebanese Maison.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-07-07T14:43:46+03:00July 7, 2022|

Fashion
Because a Rabih Kayrouz Woman Buys Couture for her Everyday Life
From ready-to-wear pieces to larger than life haute couture garments, the Lebanese couturier always remains faithful to his style.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-07-07T14:17:30+03:00July 7, 2022|

Fashion
A Chloé bag by Sarah’s Bag
The newly coined term, ‘fair luxury’ seems to clearly reflect the ethos of both the French and the Lebanese brands.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-07-06T10:23:26+03:00July 5, 2022|

Collaborations
A Glimpse of Lebanon for Dolce&Gabbana
Lebanese designers Sayar&Garibeh will contribute to the development of D&G’s “Casa” line

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-07-01T12:27:33+03:00July 1, 2022|

Fashion
Zeid Hijazi, the Fashion of Resistance
FTA 2020 Prize winner’s collection revolve around a group of Palestinian women trying to televise the truth about their lived experiences under occupation.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-06-29T16:31:53+03:00June 30, 2022|

Fashion
Explore the Future of Bridal
The exclusive FTA Pulse editorial, shot by Harakat in Paris, perfectly captures Maison Takarah’s vision for the modern bride.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-06-23T14:44:53+03:00June 27, 2022|

Fashion
Galeries Lafayette Doha: Three Years of Excellence, and Magic
Three years after its opening, GLD has become "one of the most popular fashion destinations in Qatar."

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-06-23T11:54:56+03:00June 26, 2022|

Fashion
Dressing Adorable Flower Girls and Page Boys for the Happy Day
All of the major fashion houses in the MENA region adapt when it comes to creating dresses for flower girls in the spirit of the bride’s dress.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-06-22T11:45:58+03:00June 22, 2022|

Fashion
Embrace Minimalism On Your Big Day!
Minimal looks can be as magical as a sequined, all sparkly one, we guarantee you will still shine if you keep it simple!

By Jessica Bounni|2022-06-20T14:57:28+03:00June 20, 2022|

Fashion
In Morocco, It’s All About the Caftan
As the weight of traditions and protocol has been getting lighter since the 80s, how has Moroccan bridal fashion evolved?

By Chama Tahiri|2022-06-17T10:40:19+03:00June 17, 2022|

Fashion
How the Dress Code During Katb Al-Ktab has Evolved
Women are now embracing what works for them, as opposed to what is expected of them.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-06-14T14:36:13+03:00June 14, 2022|

Fashion
What if your Wedding Dress is Inspired by the Chinese Astrology?
Pulse spoke to Yasmine Shuhaiber Ghazal, who uses the Chinese divination tool of Bazi to coach her clients on the different elemental balances in their chart.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-06-13T12:22:45+03:00June 13, 2022|

Fashion
How to be the Best-Dressed Guest this Wedding Season
We created a selection that will have you ready to celebrate in style all night (or day) long, without upstaging the bride, of course…

By Saif Hidayah|2022-06-10T14:25:11+03:00June 10, 2022|

Fashion
Old, New, Borrowed, Blue: The Ultimate Wedding List
The dress, the jewelry, the shoes, the car: En route for an incredible (wedding) day!

By Nour Hakim|2022-06-08T12:21:28+03:00June 8, 2022|

Fashion
Bridal Fashion: Add a Little Lebanese
A sign of the times, most Lebanese fashion designers are now preparing ready-to-wear bridal collections for the 2023 season

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-06-07T14:54:20+03:00June 7, 2022|

Fashion
Seven Dresses, Seven (Arab) Wonders
Pulse picked seven of the most memorable bridal moments from our community of MENA designers.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-06-03T13:10:00+03:00June 6, 2022|

Fashion
Are Colored Wedding Dresses Still a Thing?
Throwing conventions out of the window? Pulse asked four Arab designers and here’s what they thought…

By Jessica Bounni|2022-06-02T12:37:35+03:00June 2, 2022|

Fashion
Hermès, a Story of Heritage
Fifty contemporary bags from the iconic house are placed in dialogue with objects from the Conservatoire des Créations Hermès.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-06-01T14:52:20+03:00June 1, 2022|

Fashion
Welcome to the Capital of Arab Glamour!
Our community of MENA designers and celebrities made their mark among the many eye-catching fashion moments of this year’s edition.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-05-30T10:32:42+03:00May 28, 2022|

Fashion
Less Messing Around, More Glamour!
Here are three spring/summer collections from three MENA designers that will have you looking your best at every occasion.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-05-25T13:38:54+03:00May 25, 2022|

Fashion
Be what you Choose to Wear!
Today is International Being You Day, and Pulse is encouraging you to make style choices that work for you and speak to you.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-05-18T18:02:31+03:00May 22, 2022|

Fashion
Firas Zedan’s Unnerving and Dramatic Fashion
The young Palestinian designer talks to Pulse about “the beauty and the horror that coexist” in his work.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-05-18T21:15:21+03:00May 19, 2022|

Fashion
A Pulse of Lebanese Red Silk on the Eiffel Tower
Throughout Air France's new campaign is a dress by Lebanese designer Rabih Kayrouz, "making elegance fly ever higher".

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-05-18T10:20:27+03:00May 17, 2022|

Fashion
Linen, Our Timeless Summer Savior
Here is why you should definitely swoon in one the most breathable fabrics’ direction.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-05-13T14:01:19+03:00May 15, 2022|

Fashion
Four Young and Proud Arab Designers Rocking London
Each talent featured in our second FTA Communities’ shoot has a unique story to share and an impeccable vision for the future to come.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-05-16T12:47:58+03:00May 14, 2022|

Fashion
Hitting the Beach: The Indulgent List
Here is Pulse’s list of must-have goodies to better savor the season.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-05-11T17:12:54+03:00May 12, 2022|

Fashion
This Summer, Make an Impeccable Splash!
Find three of the very best sustainable and inclusive Arab swimwear brands.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-05-10T12:48:33+03:00May 10, 2022|

Fashion
5 Shades of (Arab) Shades
Get inspired by what the very best local brands have to offer this summer.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-05-06T16:48:33+03:00May 8, 2022|

Fashion
Great Shades for Bright Days
Over time, we see sunglasses take on incredible dimensions to help the famous go incognito.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-05-06T13:54:24+03:00May 6, 2022|

Fashion
Met Gala: The Audacity of Huge
While we wait for tonight's "Oh" moments, here are the most memorable Met Gala outfits from the past few years.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-05-02T13:56:25+03:00May 2, 2022|

Fashion
All You Need to Know – Part VII
Here are Pulse’s highlights of April

By Saif Hidayah|2022-04-29T12:41:25+03:00April 29, 2022|

Fashion
DOUM: Empowering Women, Fostering Heritage
A straw bag from this Moroccan brand is going to be a key player in your wardrobe this year.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-04-27T17:26:01+03:00April 28, 2022|

Fashion
How to Produce a Successful Ramadan Campaign
Modest fashion consultant Yousra Zein shares her tips for ensuring brands and their marketing departments hit the right notes during the holy month

By Alexandra Venison|2022-04-26T11:57:07+03:00April 26, 2022|

Fashion
Earn Your Stripes!
It came to be that with their fresh, marine, equatorial, gender fluid, spiritual, and above all very flashy flair, stripes are the stars of every summer.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-04-25T12:44:20+03:00April 25, 2022|

Fashion
Skateboard and Fashion: A Rebellious Influence
This sport of self expression, where fashion is in fact an extension, or rather a parallel, of or to oneself, indicates a certain way of life, interests, and values.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-04-22T17:11:20+03:00April 24, 2022|

Fashion
Fashion Resolutions: Healthy Habits to Pick Up this Spring
Pulse asked three Arab experts about their spring cleaning approach to decluttering.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-04-20T13:16:32+03:00April 20, 2022|

Fashion
Y2K is Here to Stay … Or Maybe Not
That piece of clothing you’ve held onto for so long? It’s time to bring it back!

By Saif Hidayah|2022-04-14T17:22:34+03:00April 17, 2022|

Fashion
Turkish Fashion: Rebellious, Conscious and Contemporary
Following on from Colombia, Turkey will be in the spotlight as Guest Country in the 2022 edition of the Fashion Trust Arabia Prize.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-04-14T16:54:23+03:00April 15, 2022|

Fashion
How to be Edgy and Stand Out in a Room
Each Minxy glove, which come in different textured fabrics, trending colors and ostrich feathers, is custom fitted to the client’s hand.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-04-14T17:26:43+03:00April 14, 2022|

Fashion
‘Modest Wear’: A Movement that Says More
To many designers and creative directors, Modest wear is the new minimal, it’s an inspiration and a direction that has become the essence of their fashion labels.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-04-13T11:25:08+03:00April 13, 2022|

Fashion
The Finer Things for the Holy Month
The Muslim world, in its immensity, represents an exceptional market that deserves to be met.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-04-12T15:23:52+03:00April 12, 2022|

Fashion
Modest Menswear According to Zaid Farouki
This Ramadan, the Palestinian-Jordanian young creative became the only regional menswear designer to create an exclusive capsule collection.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-04-06T17:40:30+03:00April 7, 2022|

Fashion
Rabih Kayrouz X Eres: The Grace and Mystery of Chiaroscuro
The swimsuits were missing, and working on this collection with Eres was obvious,” says the Lebanese designer to Pulse.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-04-04T16:38:14+03:00April 5, 2022|

Fashion
Get Inspired with Our Favorite Hijab ‘It-Girls’
Here are five fashion tips inspired by our favorite Hijab ‘it-girls’ to rock this season.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-03-31T20:26:50+03:00April 3, 2022|

Fashion
How to Slip into Your Avatar with a Gummi Outfit
Latex and vinyl: the world demands a new exploration of this now ennobled materials, literally being taken out of the closet.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-03-30T16:29:16+03:00March 31, 2022|

Fashion
All You Need to Know – Part VI
Here are Pulse’s highlights of March.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-03-30T11:51:45+03:00March 30, 2022|

Fashion
Arab Designers Dazzle on the Oscars 2022 Red Carpet
From our Prize 2021 evening-wear winner to some of the most renowned couturiers from the MENA region, here are the best looks by Arab designers

By Dana Nassour Khairallah|2022-03-28T15:36:04+03:00March 28, 2022|

Fashion
Dress Like Your Favorite Egyptian Goddesses!
Meet Neith Studios, an Egyptian brand seeking to create versatile and timeless pieces at the intersection of edge and luxury.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-03-25T12:11:51+02:00March 25, 2022|

Fashion
Mother’s Day: Our Gifts of Love
To get away from mainstream gifts, Pulse is here to help you find the perfect present for your mother.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-03-21T14:01:23+02:00March 21, 2022|

Fashion
For the Love of Fruit and Veg
Food makes us happy, and its impact on fashion is one worth celebrating, too.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-03-18T12:36:17+02:00March 18, 2022|

Fashion
Meet Nour Hage’s Women in the Metaverse
The Lebanese British designer creates digital pieces of art that represented women in leadership and powerful roles.

By Nour Hakim|2022-03-17T12:12:43+02:00March 17, 2022|

Fashion
How to Impress a Bridget Jones, or Not!
Five styles, five men, a thousand fashion inspirations.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-03-16T12:39:15+02:00March 16, 2022|

Fashion
The Tarbouche, from the Battlefield to the Intimacy of the Smokehouse
The little brimless hat’s roots extend further than the Ottoman Empire, since its name, deformed, comes from two Persian words.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-03-14T12:09:48+02:00March 14, 2022|

Fashion
The Return of Pink: Sunshine After Shadows
To celebrate the color, we’ve compiled a glorious list of all things pink from our community of MENA designers.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-03-13T13:59:16+02:00March 13, 2022|

Fashion
Between the End of a Pandemic and the Start of a War
The short lived celebration in Milan was quickly weighed down in Paris by the anguish that was spreading around the world.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-03-11T13:33:44+02:00March 11, 2022|

Fashion
These Shoes are Not Made for Walking
When Suzy Menkes starts talking about the work of someone like Dirk Vaessen, public attention follows.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-03-06T12:26:49+02:00March 6, 2022|

Fashion
A New Level of Leadership in Saudi
Meet three of the most dynamic women in the Saudi Arabia fashion scene.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-03-03T16:44:41+02:00March 2, 2022|

Fashion
Meet Jean-Paul Gaultier’s Teddy Bear!
Here’s what the French Enfant Terrible of fashion revealed about his iconic cone bra in Dubai.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-03-02T15:07:45+02:00March 1, 2022|

Fashion
All You Need to Know – Part V
Here are Pulse’s highlights of February.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-02-28T19:02:27+02:00February 28, 2022|

Fashion
The Balaclava: Named After a Tragedy, Finally Reclaimed by Fashion
The trend is already here, muted, everywhere and nowhere, and it takes a star to pick it all up and turn it into a phenomenon.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-02-28T18:43:18+02:00February 27, 2022|

Fashion
A Kingdom’s (Fashion) Heritage
Pulse gives you the dress code for the 2022 edition of the world’s most valuable horse race.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-02-24T13:27:47+02:00February 24, 2022|

Fashion
The Corset, Between Constraint and Liberation
Let’s discover three Arab brands that have mastered the art of corset-inspired garments.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-02-22T12:13:57+02:00February 22, 2022|

Fashion
How Fashion PR is Adjusting to the New Norm
PR and communication during and after the pandemic: Lessons from the experts!

By Jessica Bounni|2022-02-16T17:45:33+02:00February 17, 2022|

Fashion
100% “Made in Turkey”
Following 2021’s addition of Columbia as Guest Country for the Fashion Trust Arabia Prize, this year it’s the turn of Turkey. Let’s take a closer look at the Turkish fashion scene!

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-02-16T11:58:19+02:00February 16, 2022|

Fashion
Where Fashion Creates Magic
Elie Saab in St Barts, Vuitton in Mongolia, D&G in AlUla: welcome to new dimensions!

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-02-10T12:53:35+02:00February 10, 2022|

Collaborations
Feel the Pulse!
To celebrate Pulse’s one-year anniversary, FTA and Emergency Room have collaborated on an exclusive collection of hats.

By FTA Editorial Team|2023-01-20T16:48:08+02:00February 9, 2022|

Fashion
What’s Next For Photography?
With a fashion industry navigating towards NFTs, three fashion photographers from the MENA region answer Pulse’s questions.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-02-09T16:59:12+02:00February 9, 2022|

Fashion
Because Fashion is Intrinsically Political
Four Muslim women share with Pulse their experiences and their thoughts about the ‘double standards’ in fashion after the uproar provoked by Julia Fox’s headscarf in Paris.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-02-06T15:40:52+02:00February 4, 2022|

Fashion
Another Year with COVID-19: How to Sleep with the Enemy
How the pandemic has impacted the fashion industry and changed the way we dress.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-02-02T11:43:51+02:00February 1, 2022|

Fashion
How Palestinian Designers Transcend Borders Through Fashion
Four Palestinian creatives talk to Pulse about all the obstacles they face wherever they are.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-02-02T11:56:37+02:00January 31, 2022|

Fashion
All You Need to Know – Part IV
Here are Pulse’s highlights of January.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-28T16:17:40+02:00January 30, 2022|

Fashion
Zuhair Murad and the “Jewels of Time”

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-26T22:44:08+02:00January 26, 2022|

Fashion
Elie Saab, on the Spectacular Side of the Mediterranean
The Lebanese’s SS22 show in Pairs seemed a dream of a midsummer night.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-27T14:28:03+02:00January 26, 2022|

Fashion
Rabih Kayrouz, Exuding Love and Pride
The SS22 couture collection embraced the Maison’s purity.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-26T13:43:53+02:00January 26, 2022|

Fashion
Georges Hobeika, Euphoria And Invincibility
The Lebanese couturier’s SS22 Haute Couture show yesterday in Paris embraced a new ocean of possibilities.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-25T15:10:01+02:00January 25, 2022|

Fashion
The Five Saudi Game Changers You Need to Know
These inspirational women share one thing in common: singular taste and style.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-01-24T18:35:13+02:00January 24, 2022|

Fashion
The “Falamank” Jewel, a Journey Through Time
To meet growing demand, Flemish diamond cutters had the idea of removing the breech, in order to cut other stones, smaller and smaller: the “Falamank” was born.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-26T19:05:40+02:00January 23, 2022|

Fashion
Gentlemen, it is Time to Jump in 2022!
Three menswear trends we expect to see a lot more of this year.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-21T13:14:40+02:00January 16, 2022|

Fashion
To Embroider is To Tell
It is the reverie, inseparable from the work, that makes embroidered pieces so vibrant and their character so unique.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-21T13:31:34+02:00January 14, 2022|

Fashion
When Fashion Makes You Eat And Drink in Style
Fashion often dips its toes into the world of food and drink.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-21T13:30:47+02:00January 11, 2022|

Fashion
How Peri Will You Be in 2022?
A periwinkle violet for 2022: Pantone does not define its color of the year at random.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-19T12:11:53+02:00January 7, 2022|

Fashion
Fashion Houses and Iconic Moments
Localization strategies adopted by luxury fashion houses to visit the Gulf in 2021.

By Jessica Bounni|2022-01-17T15:41:43+02:00December 30, 2021|

Fashion
All You Need to Know – Part III
Here are Pulse’s highlights of December.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-17T15:47:29+02:00December 29, 2021|

Fashion
Tunis Fashion Week … in Tozeur
While this event should be acknowledged for establishing a well needed platform for local designers, focus should be placed on creating a structure that actually helps the talent.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:26+02:00December 12, 2021|

Fashion
How About “La Vie En Green”?
For a long time, in fashion, green remained a cursed color. Things are changing.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:26+02:00December 7, 2021|

Fashion
Let’s Dive In Arab Extravagance!
Here are 5 Arab fashion brands that are making our hearts throb with love and maximalism.

By Minerva|2021-12-06T10:00:00+02:00December 6, 2021|

Fashion
Sara Chraibi: “I don’t believe in the Moroccan touch”
The FTA Stand With Creatives laureate thinks that Moroccan luxury holds a sense of demure opulence, at once very flamboyant but also modest and not too revealing.

By Chama Tahiri|2022-01-10T23:40:26+02:00December 5, 2021|

Fashion
Marie Marot, A Flirt With A Shirt
Marie Marot’s shirts, dedicated to empower women of all sorts, are produced in Tunisia since decades.

By Nour Hakim|2022-01-10T23:43:14+02:00December 1, 2021|

Fashion
AOI, the World As Their Oyster
Introducing ‘An Ocean of Ideas’, the multi-disciplinary design brand of Farah Marafie.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:25+02:00November 29, 2021|

Fashion
Lebanese Fashion: Always A Creative Force
Paris, Geneva, London: cities are braced for a whole slew of new Regional Christmas pop ups featuring Lebanese designers.

By Tatiana Akl|2022-01-10T23:40:25+02:00November 22, 2021|

Fashion
All You Need to Know – part II
Here are Pulse’s highlights of the month.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:25+02:00November 21, 2021|

Fashion
Championing Sustainable British Designs in the Arab World
The British Fashion Council’s Caroline Rush, who was recently in Dubai, tells us about her take on fashion in the Middle East

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:25+02:00November 19, 2021|

Fashion
Valentino, a talk, a walk, an awakening
A talk in Doha with Pierpaolo Piccioli and Naomi Campbell, moderated by Sheikha Al Mayassa, and a stunning exhibition of fifteen unique couture abayas.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:24+02:00November 9, 2021|

Fashion
A Night To Celebrate… Arab Fashion
Arab fashion designers shined on the red carpet in Doha for the annual Fashion Trust Arabia Prize.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:23+02:00November 7, 2021|

Fashion
Beirut’s Emergency Room In Dubai
For its very first live show, which landed during Arab Fashion Week in Dubai, the Lebanese brand put in place a collection called “Neverland”.

By Nour Hakim|2022-01-10T23:40:23+02:00November 5, 2021|

Fashion
Pump Up the Volume
In a post-pandemic era, the new key word in the fashion industry seems to be “Oversized”.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:23+02:00October 31, 2021|

Fashion
Dubai is Dressing Up (Again)
It seems that the Gulf city is back in action, and has definitely moved on from the darkest days of the pandemic.

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:23+02:00October 29, 2021|

Fashion
Let’s Not Forget the Art of Craft
Rafah Seoud works on an aesthetic that facilitates the transition between menswear and womenswear.

By Nour Hakim|2022-01-10T23:40:23+02:00October 28, 2021|

Fashion
The Making of Rami Al Ali
As Dubai-based creator Rami Al Ali celebrates the 20th anniversary of the launch of his eponymous label, he looks back at his journey.

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:23+02:00October 22, 2021|

Fashion
All You Need To Know – Part I
Here are Pulse’s highlights of the month.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:22+02:00October 14, 2021|

Fashion
Arab Designers Dazzle at Fashion Weeks
Elie Saab, Rabih Kayrouz, Noon by Noor, Dahlia Razzook and Qasimi grabbed our attention in Paris and London.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:22+02:00October 13, 2021|

Fashion
Something Old, Something New, Something Saved
Hasna Kourda, co-founder of “Save Your Wardrobe” believes that her Tunisian roots are what led to her becoming a global sustainable fashion warrior

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:22+02:00October 12, 2021|

Fashion
Into the World of FTA Prize Finalists – Part III
The FTA 2021 prize hopefuls tell us about the muses who fuel their creative engines

By Dana Nassour Khairallah|2022-01-10T23:40:22+02:00October 11, 2021|

Fashion
The Beach Boy from Bahrain
How a former banker is swimming into the regional fashion scene.

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:22+02:00September 24, 2021|

Fashion
Will Arab Men Always Look to a Well-Tailored Suit?
Ejjeh 1926, the famed men’s tailor is almost a century old and is looking to expand outward from its hometown of Beirut--- but does the young Arab man still want to wear a suit?

By Minerva|2021-09-22T10:00:00+03:00September 22, 2021|

Fashion
Trending Topic: Tunisia at its best
The sustainable and genderless Tunisian brand focuses on trendy and unique style.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:21+02:00September 16, 2021|

Fashion
FTA Prize Finalists Dream Big for the Met Gala
Our 2021 FTA Prize finalists in the jewelry category sketched designs for one of the most anticipated events of the year.

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:21+02:00September 14, 2021|

Fashion
Everybody Loves A Sarouel
Harem pants, from traditional clothing to the epitome of haute couture... to fashion faux-pas.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:21+02:00September 12, 2021|

Fashion
By Walid, and his “Wearable Art”
Sam Smith, Kanye West and Pusha T are among those who have been seen rocking a By Walid piece.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:21+02:00September 9, 2021|

Fashion
Save the Dates and Fasten Your Seat Belts: Fashion is Back!
5 "real", physical events open the 2021 fashion season.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:21+02:00September 3, 2021|

Fashion
If Roses are Red, Is Pink Sweet?
The Young Guard of Arab couture has perfectly understood, integrated, and adopted the flashy message of shocking pink.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:20+02:00August 26, 2021|

Fashion
Toiletry Bags: A Fashion Faux Pas?
They seem to be everywhere, from hikes to a night out! Here are our favorite Arab toiletry bags and pouches…

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:20+02:00August 25, 2021|

Fashion
The Earth is Mad … with Flavie

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:20+02:00August 22, 2021|

Fashion
When Louis Vuitton gives you a trunk, turn it into a box of marvels
For its 200th anniversary, the French Maison gave carte blanche to 200 creative people to revisit its emblematic trunk. The one created by Zad Moultaka, the only Arab artist among the 200, has a great story.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:20+02:00August 16, 2021|

Fashion
Babouche, Inside-Out
Little by little, the slipper, with its exotic flair and reputation for comfort, integrates into the Western cloakroom.

By Fifi Abou Dib|2022-01-10T23:40:20+02:00August 11, 2021|

Fashion
How to Challenge the Way Fashion Brands are Built
Farah Ragheb, founder of the brand Buena Onda, a label that makes only three items every summer, aims to completely disrupt the industry.

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:20+02:00August 8, 2021|

Fashion
All About Sports… and Fashion
It was the first Olympic opening ceremony where both a Saudi man and woman athletes, dressed by The Art of Heritage, held the flag.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00August 1, 2021|

Fashion
Into the World of Four FTA Prize Finalists – Part II
Dreams, inspirations, and the creative musings of our 2021 designer finalists

By Dana Nassour Khairallah|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00July 29, 2021|

Fashion
Born In (and Out) of Exile, from Libya to the World
A conversation with Ibrahim Shebani, who literally plowed his way through the fashion world.

By Nourhan Tewfik|2022-01-10T23:40:19+02:00July 16, 2021|

Fashion
We Don’t Follow Fashion, Fashion Follows Us!
Conflicts, wars, climate, economy, arts, societal debates, everything is mirrored in our closets in one form or another.

By Minerva|2021-07-12T10:00:00+03:00July 12, 2021|

Fashion
Get Dressed, Your First Date of 2021 Is Waiting!
Once you get rid of your FODA, what will you wear on your first post-pandemic date?

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:18+02:00July 9, 2021|

Fashion
Deciphering the Endless Debate around Leather
Two international labels founded by Middle Eastern women are promoting the use of plant-based leather. But why aren't there more labels in the MENA region looking into this eco-conscious fabric?

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:18+02:00July 7, 2021|

Fashion
“There’s Always this Debate about Design, Fashion and Art…”
Beit Collective’s new homeware collection puts forward Lebanese craftsmanship.

By Minerva|2021-07-05T10:00:00+03:00July 5, 2021|

Fashion
Krikor Jabotian Bewitched, Cristobal Balenciaga Resurrected
On the occasion of Maison Balenciaga’s first Haute-Couture show in 53 years, FTA-Pulse asked the young Lebanese fashion designer to dive into the universe of the Spanish maestro.

By Ziyad Makhoul|2022-01-10T23:40:18+02:00July 4, 2021|

Fashion
Quicken your Pulse With these Five Arab Kaftans!
You love your abayas? You will adore these 5 kaftans designed by Arab talents and chosen for you by FTA Pulse! And this is all you need this summer.

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:17+02:00July 2, 2021|

Fashion
Unapologetically Middle Eastern, Finally!
A look at the inner workings of fashion styling in the region; how it has evolved and where there is still room for improvement.

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:17+02:00June 28, 2021|

Fashion
Welcome to your First Post-Pandemic Arab Party!
This is how the first post-COVID Arab party will and should look like.

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:17+02:00June 25, 2021|

Fashion
The Ascent of Demi-Couture
On the eve of Paris Couture week, we look at how demi-couture may be the answer for emerging regional designers

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:16+02:00June 17, 2021|

Fashion
Eyewear with Arabian Flair
The Middle Eastern entrepreneurs throwing shade on the sunglasses market

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:16+02:00June 15, 2021|

Fashion
Noukliér Adds Color to the Saudi Landscape
Nour Kelani’s latest fashion project is the one she has always dreamed of – a high-quality ready-to-wear label produced in Saudi Arabia

By Tracy Lynn Chemaly|2022-01-10T23:40:16+02:00June 12, 2021|

Fashion
From Footwear to Handbags
Independent accessory brand Neous steps up its covetable shoe offering with bags for summer

By Katrina Israel|2022-01-10T23:40:16+02:00June 10, 2021|

Fashion
Bridal Dressing During a Pandemic
The marriage of artisanal details with fresh and clean silhouettes seems to be the recipe for wedding dresses during these unprecedented times

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:16+02:00June 3, 2021|

Fashion
Heavenly Handbags
The Marzook x Nada Debs collection of bags blends celestial inspiration with Levantine craftsmanship

By Marwan Naaman|2022-01-10T23:40:15+02:00June 1, 2021|

Fashion
10 Palestinian Designers to Watch
These young creatives are working against seemingly insurmountable odds to showcase their talent to the world

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:15+02:00May 25, 2021|

Fashion
Emotions in Fashion
Saudi designer Ziyad Buainain tapped into spiritual turmoil to create his debut collection

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:14+02:00May 15, 2021|

Fashion
A Melting Pot of International Talent
Why Dubai became one of the MENA region’s epicenters of creativity

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:14+02:00May 13, 2021|

Fashion
Shoug Fardan’s Sustainable Designs
The New York-trained Emirati designer talks about building her namesake brand

By Gail Goldberg|2022-01-10T23:40:14+02:00May 11, 2021|

Fashion
Remembering Alber Elbaz
Alexandra Marshall reflects on the life and legacy of one of contemporary fashion’s most influential designers

By Alexandra Marshall|2022-01-10T23:40:13+02:00April 27, 2021|

Fashion
Oscar Gowns as Imagined by FTA Prize Finalists
The four FTA Prize 2021 finalists in the eveningwear category sketch dresses to light up the red carpet

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:13+02:00April 24, 2021|

Fashion
Georges Hobeika and Changing Oscar Fashion
Could we see some out-of-the-box red-carpet dressing at the Oscars? The Lebanese couture designer certainly thinks so

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:49:56+02:00April 24, 2021|

Fashion
Five Arab Fashion Campaigns to Make You Swoon
Take a look at distinctive campaigns from MENA fashion brands that exude creativity

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:13+02:00April 20, 2021|

Fashion
Sandra Mansour’s Journey Through the Labyrinth
The Lebanese fashion designer unveils a collection that’s both dreamy and hard-hitting

By Marwan Naaman|2022-01-10T23:40:12+02:00April 17, 2021|

Fashion
Contemporary Abayas from FTA Prize 2021 Finalists
FTA Prize 2021’s finalists in the ready-to-wear category share their designs for four bespoke abayas

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:12+02:00April 15, 2021|

Fashion
Super-Fast Fashion’s Arab Moment
It’s been a year since PrettyLittleThing entered the Middle Eastern market, and the super-fast fashion brand seems to be lighting up the Arab fashion scene

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:12+02:00April 15, 2021|

Fashion
Qatar’s Wadha Expands to Become a Lifestyle Brand
The womenswear label also offers fragrances and a home collection

By Marwan Naaman|2022-01-10T23:40:12+02:00April 8, 2021|

Fashion
Jdeed: Streetwear Fashion Inspired by Arab Culture
With his new label, Jordanian-Palestinian designer Hanna Bassil celebrates his Middle Eastern heritage

By Marwan Naaman|2022-01-10T23:40:12+02:00April 3, 2021|

Fashion
Three Leisurewear Brands Created in MENA
The pandemic has boosted the popularity of locally produced casual wear in the Arab region

By Dana Nassour Khairallah|2022-01-10T23:40:12+02:00March 27, 2021|

Fashion
A Bridal Collection from Oman’s Amal Al Raisi
The GCC designer’s bridal line ranges from custom-made gowns to dresses that can be rented just for that special day

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:11+02:00March 23, 2021|

Fashion
Maternity in Fashion
Lebanese designer Stephanie Missirian’s Heartstrings is a maternity wear brand with style and comfort at its core

By Marwan Naaman|2022-01-10T23:40:11+02:00March 20, 2021|

Fashion
Maison ARTC Turns Vintage Textiles Into Wearable Art
Artsi Ifrach, founder of Moroccan fashion atelier Maison ARTC, brings craft and history to exquisite garments that celebrate old textiles in modern style

By Tracy Lynn Chemaly|2022-01-10T23:40:11+02:00March 16, 2021|

Fashion
Kuwaiti Brand Marzook Accessorizes for the Future
Brand co-founder Shouq Marzook reflects on the pandemic while looking ahead to a better 2021

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:11+02:00March 13, 2021|

Fashion
Real Fashion in a Virtual World
Palestinian label Trashy Clothing unleashes its wild creativity across the Internet

By Saif Hidayah|2022-01-10T23:40:11+02:00March 11, 2021|

Fashion
A Contemporary Take on Saudi Heritage
Saudi designer Daneh Buahmad’s signature fashion combines comfort and functionality

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:11+02:00March 8, 2021|

Fashion
Lomar + Safia Launches a Capsule Collection
Saudi label Lomar has partnered with Princess Safia Hussein Guerras to design high-style abayas for the international woman

By Tracy Lynn Chemaly|2022-01-10T23:40:10+02:00March 4, 2021|

Fashion
The New Rules of Red Carpet Dressing
With awards season starting this weekend, we asked the King of the Red Carpet, Elie Saab, what to expect from eveningwear during a pandemic

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:10+02:00February 27, 2021|

Fashion
Noor Al Bahrani’s Rose-Inspired Spring
A year after launching her eponymous brand, the young Omani designer reflects on challenges and opportunities

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:10+02:00February 20, 2021|

Fashion
The Cool Cat: London Fashion Week
The dynamic fashion event, with its ultra-hip designers, has long been a favorite with Arab consumers

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:10+02:00February 18, 2021|

Fashion
Arak Studio Rebrands to Highlight Its Eco-Friendly Practices
The Jordanian menswear label is a fashion pioneer when it comes to technology and sustainability

By Marwan Naaman|2022-01-10T23:40:09+02:00February 11, 2021|

Fashion
A Regal Fashion Label from Jeddah
Royaled by Renad Hefni is one Saudi Arabian womenswear label to watch

By FTA Editorial Team|2022-01-10T23:40:08+02:00February 6, 2021|

Fashion
Arab Influencers Delve Into Local Fashion
How the “In This Together” spirit of the pandemic made regional fashion influencers more home proud

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:08+02:00January 30, 2021|

Fashion
What Next for the Evening Gown?
While eveningwear may have fallen out of favor in Western capitals due to the pandemic, its popularity remains strong in the MENA region

By Sujata Assomull|2022-01-10T23:40:08+02:00January 25, 2021|

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