Guess what! Vogue America just published an article in its March issue, one of the most important issues of the year, on the evolution of fashion in North Africa and the Middle East and I was featured in it. It is amazing news that I had to share with my fans! Click on the image to enlarge and enjoy the article.
With an influx of creative juices flowing in all of us post-revolution, Workshopers is our new go to interactive instruction platform. Most of us used to have to travel to cities like Dubai or London or New York to gain experience but why? Workshopers will bring experts and innovators in multiple fields right here to Cairo, thanks to the creative duo May Tawakol and Sandra Abdalla.
The first workshop is just the right thing for our fans. Do you love fashion and are interested in starting your own label? Here comes Workshopers to the rescue. From February 24th til the 26th, Toby Meadows, the international best selling author of “How to Set up & Run a Fashion Label” and consultant to hundreds of small to medium size fashion enterprises from high street giants Gap, Zara, Topshop to high end designer labels such as Ralph Lauren, Gucci, Christian Dior and much more, will be in Cairo to help YOU start your own label.
This dynamic workshop will cover topics such as methods of starting your own operation, advantages and disadvantages of being your own boss, practical aspects of running a fashion business, business plan structure, product and image development, process of designing and sampling a collection through to production, costs and pricing, marketing and promotion and much more.
I suggest this workshop for anyone thinking of starting his or her own label or even up & coming designers working on establishing a successful brand. Invest money in yourself and your business and join this workshop.
Call 01020100816-01020100817 to book your place.
For more detailed information on Workshopers and the first workshop click HERE.
For those of you who are last minute shoppers, like myself, and have yet to get your significant other a gift, FashionThreads is coming to the rescue with a His and Hers Valentine’s Day Gift Guide. Check out our special selection of gifts in varying price ranges. For all you single’s out there, you are sure to find a treat in here for yourself!
GIFTS FOR HER
Azza Fahmy's Lost for Words layered bracelet is both feminine and delicate. We love the pairing of pearls and silver and stones in this unique way. Available at Azza Fahmy boutiques around Cairo.
Rose N Rose's white ghutra scarf is one of my new favorite scarfs. I am especially a fan of the crochet roses in light neutrals. Available at style-treasure.com.
These By Lisa statement earrings are just the right V-day gift for your funky fashionable significant other. Available at HEBZ Boutique in First Mall.
GIFTS FOR HIM
I literally gasped when I first laid my eyes on these Dunhill Cufflinks. Perfect for a vintage car lover or simply a guy who appreciates a fashion statement. Available at Dunhill First Mall.
Bourjwah's Ame Indisponible tee is a perfect gift for the preppy boy or even the risk taking guy. Available at Bungalowh.com.
You can't go wrong with this reversible Salvatore Ferragamo Belt. Plus we love the buckle! Available at Ferragamo in First Mall.
HAPPY VALENTINE'S DAY! Spread the love.
After a recent Beymen trip for another post, I came across the colorful Sonia by Sonia Rykiel collection full of bright stripe delights. The fabulousness of the collection had to be shared with you! My obvious styling tip: Be unique this winter and wear brights!
Beymen Cairo at Four Seasons Nile Plaza
Want to let your creative juices roll for the New Year? Always been interested in designing a tee? Well, now is your chance. You could be the next ‘it’ thing with The Pink Powder Room’s first contest. The brand best known for its comfortable loungewear, in high quality cotton, is starting the new year promoting a positive outlook with the Feel Good T-Shirt Design Contest. I am excited and will definitely be submitting a design. I hope you will too!
Below is all the information you need.
Design your own feel good t-shirt. We love fonts, text, illustrations, simple or loud the message simply FEEL GOOD! The winner will see their design printed on a limited edition t-shirt to be sold exclusively at The Pink Powder Room. Winner will also receive a 1000 le voucher to spend at The Pink Powder Room.
HERE IS HOW IT WORKS:
1. Submit your design to info@thepinkpowderroom.com
We will upload your design on to our page within 24hrs
2. Ask your friends & family to LIKE your design
3. The design with the most LIKES wins!
COMPETITION DEADLINE: 5th Feb 2012
May the best design win!
Will you buy Egyptian products on December 16th, 2011? Eshtiry Masry is a great initiative, started by Amr Adib, taking over Egyptian corporations and small enterprises alike. #Eshterimasry, #buyegyptian, and #madeinegypt are just some of the hashtags covering the topic. Many local brands are offering 10% discounts, online stores offering free shipping and much more.
Today, you’ll be getting my advice on some of the best Egyptian products, obviously fashion related, to buy on December 16, helping you choose some great investment pieces that are fashionable, without Egyptian flags on them!
Bishette Bags, the unique one of a kind renewed vintage bags, will be having an open day with a 10% discount in Zamalek, address 8 Kamel Mohamed St. Zamalek 13th floor. With each bag having a wonderful story behind it, you are sure to be making a fashion statement.
Style-Treasure, the online store, is offering 10% Egyptian brands with free shipping within Egypt on Friday! We suggest this statement scarf by Amina K., a perfect addition to your fall wardrobe.
Amuse will have 10% discounts on Amina K. accessories, Aya Home textiles, Rimal and more. Our top picks at Amuse have to be the Viv Nuniz bag and the statement jewelry by Dina Said!
Sahara, a new store in Zamalek’s Brazil St, is also joining the initiative. We love their camel cape, totally on trend for this fall while also being a wardrobe staple.
Azza Fahmy Jewelry is donating 10% of sales to the Better Life Association for Comprehensive Development. One of our top picks is from the latest Pharaonic Collection. The gold and silver scarab cuff is unique and is a cool ode, in the form of fashion, to Egyptian history.
SHOP AWAY ON DEC.16th! Support our local fashion brands for a fashion frenzy filled friday!