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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
When you ask for directions to Kerdasa, buried deep in the outskirts of Giza, the answer can fill two pages of a notebook. “You drive along one side of the Nile Corniche, go over a bridge, turn right, go up and up along a single-track road” and after several kilometres think, “where is this place?” …
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 …
Valentine’s Day massage at Nile Ritz Carlton: luxurious experience for perfect weekend
After a long tiring week, one could not think of a better way to relax and regain his power, other than spending a day at the spa resting and escaping Cairo’s fatigue lifestyle. Looking for a perfect couple of hours of spa time to start the weekend is what I have been looking for all …
Vasari: The renaissance of slogan t-shirts
Some walk into museums to learn about art, while others capitalise on the power of the internet to stay up to date with today’s forms of expression. However, only a niche group can see the thin lines between two opposing worlds. Those few can fancy a world where paintings come to life; not to talk …
N By Natalie: A lifetime with the right top
Along with a charismatic white shirt, she walks into the room nonchalantly. Her collar is straight and her heart is accessorised with a dramatic bow. While the world has caught the digital fever and replaced conversations with chat boxes, her relentless fingers have never ceased to tap at the sight of rich fabrics. Others might …
Seaduction: the irresistible temptation of signature dining by the sea
When I first noticed it, I thought the name was genius. Seaduction owes its name to the temptation of the sea, yet the taste is nothing but original. Boasting a signature ingredient and unique touch to each dish, the Dahab-based restaurant/café provides the most distinguished and classy-yet-simple fine dining experience, the best—and arguably the only—such …
El-Kodwa: local spot rewriting the way koshary is made
It is one of very few koshary places in Cairo that perfectly combines sausage, liver with koshary
The archives series: a visual walk down memory lane
More than seven years ago, an ambitious designer held her breath as she observed how a crowd of strangers reacted to the debut of her emblems of self-assurance and confidence. Her tokens of strength spoke in calligraphy and swayed with the colour of silver. It was not long until her stories of capable women, who …
Unseen sides of Egypt
Top pictures posted on Instagram by amateur photographers
Retailers seek right formula to expand in local market
“Fashion has a huge opportunity in Egypt, especially new volume brands, which are starting to expand in governorates. Few brands achieve their highest regional targets in Tanta,” says Retail Group Egypt’s country director
2017 has introduced new clientele to local fashion scene: Farida Temraz
Inspired by the gracious tales of her ancestors, she dives into history and surfaces back with daring silhouettes and intricate embroidery. The fashion historian is on a mission to bring back the victories of the past through a new medium. Her creations are stark glimpses of a glorious past and ambitious future. Surrounded by her …
Places to stay in Egypt
Egypt is a traveller’s delight as it brims with a treasure trove of sights with historical relevance. We look at some of the favourite hotels among the visitors.
The Republic: a different steak and pasta experience
Cairo’s Mohandeseen neighbourhood has been a hub for some of the finest high-end restaurants. The Republic is the latest to open its doors to those who love pasta and steak, seeking a different experience with a varied menu which satisfies people’s different tastes and cravings. The black and white retro design is the place’s main …