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Tree Trunk: inside jungle food experience
Restaurant an international cuisine for people seeking change of away from regular dinners

Downtown Glam paves way to Royal Club Mohamed-Aly in sterling silver
Home of many popular gatherings and events, the Royal Club Mohamed-Aly in downtown Cairo was once established to host the country’s most prominent personalities and their majestic guests. The exquisite venue is known for its grandeur and exceptional interior details. Despite the changes of time, the gracious building and its accompanying facilities is still synonym …

âMix and Matchâ: local address for international ethical fashion
âWe aim to be pioneers in our sector by investing in people, local talent, while increasing competitiveness of our country on an international level,â says co-owner

Athanor Pizzeria: Dahabâs presented savoury of Italian cuisine
In the city of peace and charm of Dahab, where the silence rhythms beat natureâs grace in reviving the soulâs enchantment, the magical atmosphere could not be completed without a proper pampering of delightful food. This is where Athanor Pizzeria adds to your trip to Dahab. Athanor is an Italian dining place and cafe at …

Up Fuse celebrates summer with upcycled âBaysâ
With international calls to reduce the world’s dependence on plastic and save the oceans from imminent suffocation, many entrepreneurs around the globe are focused on recycling plastic, as well as discovering alternatives for the daily must haves. Like any other country around the world, Egypt consumes an increasing amount of plastic waste every dayâwithout scientific …

âSandboxâ jewellery brand with many stories to unfold
âCollection is all about using summer, sunset to pause, put everything aside, just reflect, get in touch with yourself,â says designerÂ

Waad Nizamy: master of colourful intricacy
With the fast pace of the contemporary world, handmade products are hard to appreciate and even harder to find. In today’s world, factories produce thousands of soulless replicas in a matter of hours before invading the world with uniformity. While authenticity is often praised on social media, genuine leather is currently a luxury that many …

Pret a Temraza delivers red-carpet glam to practical women
Women of today are far more practical than before. Women now flaunt a high-paced lifeâthey want to become successful independent women, have a remarkable career, attend glamorous events, while maintaining a healthy house, family, says designer

Oriental Fashion Show celebrates 25th edition with eight international talents
As the warm weather of July starts to waltz with the seasonal rain, the city of light gets peppered with elaborate masterpieces of couture grandeur. Around each corner a gang of photographers capture the subtle sways of dramatic skirts and unforgettable haircuts flaunted by the world’s most celebrated fashion influencers. While the world is listening …

Azola: haven for artistic modesty
“Personally, I believe that modesty is an everyday decision that reminds you of sticking to your identity and being,” says managing partner

Zakhrafa celebrates a boho-chic summer
The fast windmills of fashion trends are often keen on recycling previous cuts, colours, and fabrics. With the global industry following the commands of social media and millennial preferences, nostalgia is an unmatched winner for 2018. While the 1990s make a better idol for a generation born during the same decade, the 1970s are still …

Dima Rashid, Anika Bozik Al-Sarraj sail on a citrine-encrusted Nile
“When we started designing, I imagined modern Cleopatra and what she could be wearing, which led us to draw inspiration from Ancient-Egyptian symbolism and re-introducing them in a conceptual manner,” says Al-Sarraj

Melania Trump sparks controversy with $39 slogan jacket
First lady’s jacket screamed: âI really don’t care, do u?â at Mexico-US border detention centres

DOU by Misura: Shoes for the free spirited
âI wanted to create an everyday choice for the young, fresh, and those who want raw options,â says the designer

Guess? Inc. co-founder resigns after allegations of inappropriate sexual conduct
With the buzz around the global hashtag movement #MeToo refusing to dwindle, many icons of the entertainment industry have been brought into the circle of discussion, as well-known female performers and celebrities have decided to shed light on the tenacity of sexual harassment in creative fields. The fashion industry is not far from the changes …

Ramla an advocate of heritage, comfort, artistry
Ramla is a footwear brand that reflects unique women, those who prefer easy and practical methods, says designer

Kate Spade puts sad end to humorous career at age 55
Internationally acclaimed fashion designer Kate Spade was found dead at the age 55 on Tuesday morning at her home in Manhattan, New York. According to the New York police chief of detectives, Dermot F Shea, the death appears to be a tragic case of suicide. Spade had been reportedly fighting depression for a long time. …

Sabry Marouf takes global audience back to city of Amarna
âOur goal was to distill this essence of the Amarna period and express its mystique through modern pieces, which can speak to today’s luxury acquirer,â says the designer

Indira: A global call for multicultural beauty
It is often argued that jewellery is the most intimate and personal piece of accessory. Small pendants, rings, or bracelets can sometimes operate as a skilled storyteller, narrating the most significant events in someone’s life. With that said, these emblems of individuality often tend to unfold another parallel storyâthe personal tale of someone else aside …

Jayda Hany on being a woman in a male-dominated industry
After years of a single-sided love affair with the fashion industry, five years of studying architecture, and numerous weeks in London College of Fashion’s footwear workshop, Jayda Hany finally walked one morning into a Cairene factory in order to put together her first collection. Her elaborate sketches and detailed breakdown were met with bewildered silence. …

Azza Fahmy befriends gypsies for SS18
Unwavering in the face of the wind, she stands tall, ready to take down the next challenge. She does not always comply with the world and its old-school traditions; instead, she leads a life according to her own playbook. Recognised for her confident stride and loud attire, she is never after the goal of hiding …

Sort: Changing formal wear one sock at a time
In a world ruled by black suits and stiff shirts, standing out at a working space seems to be tricky. While trends constantly change, the formal black suit barely notices the fast leaps of fashion. In a room full of kings, presidents, and ministers, he is often noticed for his interesting choice of accessories. His …

Heritage Ramadan nights back at Conradâs
People spending their day fasting and their nights gathering is the main theme of Ramadan in Egypt, and finding the best place to hang out and have suhoor is always an ongoing struggle amongst people who want to combine fanciness with heritage at the same time. Conrad Cairo decided to combine Cairoâs significant tradition with …

The Design Studio by Azza Fahmy participates in Legnica Jewellery Festival Silver
Walking into the buzzing workshop of the Design Studio by Azza Fahmy, some students would greet the guests with their avant-garde creations while others would dedicate their utmost attention to finishing a delicate curve. The promising students are currently enjoying their debut participation in the Silver Schools exhibition during Legnica Jewellery Festival Silver 2018 in …

Thirteen fashion designers prep for Ramadan in Kuwait
âWe positioned ourselves as cultural representatives of Egypt; exhibiting authentic collections that encapsulate different backgrounds and traditions,â says Alagabany

Egyptian Fashion Council ushers in new era for local industry
Not long ago, the local market lacked the existence of a proper fashion industry. For years, locals opted to cross borders in a quest to obtain their dream dresses. In a matter of five years, the local scene did not only come to reality, but it has also taken leaps. With new designers emerging every …

Spring Affair Fashion Brunch initiates new season in style
Just when the warm winds of May started to take hold in the capital, the connoisseurs of fashion put on their high heels and tapped into the direction of Zamalek to celebrate the new season. Fashion Funds has decided to venture into the floral allure of spring with a colorful fourth edition of its regular …

Anne Marie K, Baraka Group reinvent Tiyi’s legacy
In a time before women were told that they cannot stand as tall as men, she lived to rule. Her power was extended over her vast land. While her words were heard loud and clear, her bold eyes and statement attire were synonymous with strength. Tiyi was a queen with a legacy that outlived thousands …

The Bride Planner: Phenomenal lifesaver of all brides
All of us have witnessed this chaotic phase, whether when we were preparing for our own marriages or when we were sharing those moments with our best friends or sisters. All of a sudden, you find the bride crammed with a lot of stuff to do, while she has no idea from where all these …

Kokio: A different perspective of Korean cuisine
The hunt for the perfect poultry restaurant never ceases. This time, our quest brought us to a tiny restaurant hidden deep in Maadi. Finding a hidden gem is the biggest part of the fun for many, and the Daily News Egypt team had some talks about a Korean restaurant in Maadi whose entire menu consists …