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Heritage Ramadan nights back at Conrad’s
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 Cairo’s 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
‘We positioned ourselves as cultural representatives of Egypt; exhibiting authentic collections that encapsulate different backgrounds and traditions,’ 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 …
Mula: Reminiscent fashion statement inspired by timeless individuality
In a time when squared shoulders and mid-length skirts were seen around every corner in the city, refined tailoring and thought-through embroidery were a valuable currency, understood and acquired by the common public. Ahead of each high-society occasion, tailors would bid their farewell to rest and operate based on catnaps. Their packed schedules would be …
Jazzy, N by Natalie localise biggest spring trends
Vibrant, colourful, and outgoing are only a glimpse of what a true spring season should be. With the weather drastically changing overnight, wardrobes were simultaneously changed in a blink of an eye. Heatwave after another, local fashion designers are already racing time to launch their new collections. Homegrown eyewear brand Jazzy is known for its …
Bambah celebrates Ramadan with colourful flora kaftans
With all eyes fixed on the Middle East, modest fashion is crossing the borders between the east and the west in order to become a global form of dressing. Meanwhile, international designers are starting to experiment with this direction; evidently, regional designers are taking the front seat as leaders of this particular move. Bambah Boutique …
Shahira Lasheen recruits bees for her SS18 collection
‘The designs are a tribute to bee colonies, including their relentless production techniques, the notorious queen bee, and the strict rules that govern the colony,’ says the designer
Sold introduces local millennials to vintage
Trends are a vicious rollercoaster that praise and obsess over certain silhouettes until people can no longer stand the sight of them. With social media accelerating the speed of fast fashion, the young generation is used to bidding farewell to last week’s hot item in a blink of an eye. Together, Yahia Karali and his …
The Sahara Collection saves paws
Stray animals are a staple element of the bustling streets of Cairo. A pack of dogs could casually be seen around every corner, while the rare shade of trees is often shared by several furry friends. On the other hand, the quality and comfort of local cotton has always made it the perfect candidate for …
All-day breakfast with a pinch of disappointment
While a lot of people enjoy having their breakfast out on weekends, there comes the dilemma that most restaurants do not serve their breakfast menus after midday. However, a new cosy place in Fifth Settlement’s The Spot mall is reshaping the weekend’s breakfast rules, allowing people to have it whenever they want. Angie’s Place is …
Inner Workings: A troupe of familiar strangers
As the line to the counter moves slowly, crawling towards their morning supply of caffeine, she sits in her favourite corner sipping her regular flavoured coffee. Some can already feel better by just uttering their order to the barista, while others drag their feet in the direction of the long-awaited styrofoam cups. From her seat, …
Fairmont Nile City Spa: Escaping the city to nature embracement
Escaping the crowds, stress, and Cairo’s exhausting lifestyle, through a couple of hours of pure relaxation and amusement, is one of the best ways to treat yourself after long week days; a luxury that Fairmont Nile City offers through its spa’s open doors to visitors. Overlooking the charming, glamorous Nile, in one of Cairo’s finest …
Jude Benhalim celebrates Mother’s Day with bullets
Mothers are often adamant on raising children who can endure the challenges of life. With women’s rights finally achieving long-awaited milestones every day around the globe, mothers are now even more determined to teach their young girls the values of strength, confidence, and perseverance. Jude Benhalim is a young jewellery designer who has been widely …
Tarun Tahiliani brings his embroidered ambassadors to Cairo
For centuries, the history of India has been embroidered on sarees, one golden thread at a time. The country’s vast population has documented revolutions, stories of love, and ventures of literary expeditions on brocade and draped silk. Being at the heart of the old world, the country has changed through history to keep up with …
Abla: Where parts are greater than the sum
Abla adventure is worth the effort and if you are looking for a delicious poultry meal, it is the place you want to be
Hubert de Givenchy bids his final farewell at the age of 91
In the 1960s, the decisiveness of black took over the wardrobes of many women around the globe. After remaining loyal to the dreamy shades of pastel, one significant debut on the silver screen convinced many women to embrace the contemporary aesthetic of fashion. Audrey Hepburn, supported by her fashion soulmate Hubert de Givenchy, changed the …
Under the Abaya: Saudi’s first fashion book
The untold sisterhood between Saudi heroines and their wafting allies
Usfuur: birds of a ‘cause’ flock together
“We donate a percentage from each piece sold to help support Watanili’s charity programmes, which include art therapy workshops, educational classes, and basic aid distribution,” says the founder
Azwak makes diversity a trend
Egyptians are firm believers that diversity of taste is the greatest assurance for contradicting aesthetics to coexist. While trends often lead to identical troops of loyal followers, few still seek to remain true to their personal preferences. In a time when even the biggest fashion names are willing to take detours in order to float …
Tavola restaurant: Mix of modern, old Italian cooking
Spring is just around the corner in Cairo. Nothing compares to a sunset lunch over the Nile. Spending the weekend, enjoying the softest of breezes coming off the Nile with a surrounding Nile background just complements the joy of your day off. At Nile Point, one of Maadi’s venues where a series of Cairo’s finest …
Sandbox declares Specks a jewellery staple
Influenced by the smooth specks of sand, which represent an element that often surrounds the everyday life of Egyptians in the most subtle way, Suhayla Al Sheikh has decided to put it under the magnifying glass in her own personal way. The founder of Sandbox drifted away from her previous inspiration by resorting to the …
Ammanii unites women with one ‘Sa’maa’
“Whether you are in the east or the west, you are still covered by the same sky. You do not get an extra piece because you come from a different background or believe in a different religion or have a different skin colour,” says the designer
Eden Park brings the rugby aesthetic to Egypt
It is not extraordinary to find the hallways of Egypt’s shopping malls bustling with eager shoppers. Their frantic eyes move rapidly between illuminating banners while their hands gravitate towards their favorite tags. While the past year has irrupted a number of conflicting opinions regarding the fashion industry, a certain French brand decided to go against …
Lana El-Sahely lands in Egypt with a capsule collection
With an airplane for a weekly mean of transportation and thousands of digital fans for daily companions, her days are marked with a structured feed of posts. As the world hides away from the snowy cold on February mornings, she struts in the streets of Paris between the star-studded runway shows of haute couture. Meanwhile, …
Dina Shaker deconstructs classics, reassesses industry
Like a surgeon, a trench coat absorbs the spotlight ahead and interacts with her frantic hands, dissecting and reassembling a design that many women know by heart. Her trained eyes can seemingly spot the unexpected similarities between a sleeve and a belt. Sooner or later, a shirt obediently follows her instructions to morph into a …