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6 elegant Emirati designers to shop from in the UAE

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The abaya which was a simple cover-up dressing in the UAE has become a centrepiece of fashion. Designers have redefined this traditional garment adding personal touches and innovative accessories making them look unique. From the streets of Dubai here are six abaya brands you can shop from and become the star wherever you appear.

Here Are Six Emirati Designers You Can Shop From For  Any Occasion

 

Serrb — Instagram

Serrb

Owned by three Emirati sisters, this brand designs Abayas, kaftans, capes, and dresses. They work together to develop a contemporary fashion house  that emphasises subtle designs. The distinctiveness of Serrb is in its selection of unusual and  exceptional fabrics  that take form in signature clean cut designs reflecting the strength of the brand. Serrb is crafted to bring out the beauty of every woman.

For more information visit serrb.com

 

Manaal Al Hammadi —Instagram

Manaal Al Hammadi

Begun in October 2006 in Dubai, the designer broke away from the normal traditional style of the abaya and took on a different route in the modest wear. Manaal Al Hammadi focuses her pieces around comfort and movement, ensuring the flawless use of her wear.

Visit @manaalalhammadi  to make your choice

 

Kamin – Instagram

Kamin

Born in the United Arab Emirates, Kamin has quickly established itself across the Middle East. Prominent figures like Nouf Al Tamimi, Nia Amroun, and others are frequently seen wearing it. This brand adds a modern twist to abayas with luxury linens and layered fabrics, moving from the traditional style. Their designs are guaranteed to make anyone stand out, regardless of the event. From satin to organza, each pair has an undeniable shimmer.

Place your order at kamin.ae

 

Gabi – Instagram

Gabi

Founded  by Waad Al Hammadi and her sister Sheyma Al Hammadi, and made with strong Emirati traditions, Gabi has quickly become the go-to fashion brand in the region. Their pieces are designed for all occasions as it has adopted a single approach to all their collections. Each piece is striking with good finishing and structured tailoring.

Click the link to get yours gabidubai.com

 

Al Mraikn – Instagram

Al Mraikn

Founded by Muna and Maryam Saeed 10 years ago, this fashion brand has grown in strength in its crafts. The brand creates abaya to empower women and make them feel confident. With clean tailored designs made to perfection, Al Mraikn has made a big name in Dubai as a famous abaya fashion house.

Shop at almraikn.com

 

Ephiphany – website

Epiphany

Owned by Asma Al Matrooshi and Maitha Al Shams. This basic abaya wear brand emphasises soft colours. The firm defied traditional assumptions by designing UAE’s first coloured abayas, which are made of cotton mixes and pure linen. With minimalism at its core, these polished designers offer a variety of free-flowing silhouettes like jumpsuits, kaftans, and co-ord sets.

For more information visit epiphany-dubai.com

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Why the Tie Is 2025’s Boldest Fashion Accessory

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Formally the tie that  was meant for the office or uniformity and known to be for made men, has changed the narrative it has left the boardroom, embraced women and is now on the runway and streets. In 2025, it’s no longer an ordinary fabric and has become fashion’s boldest accessory, transforming looks with attitude, elegance, and a touch of rebellion.

 

2025 Tie Trend – Pinterest @Dobovikmarie

From Uniform to Statement

For decades, ties carried the weight of conformity: crisp, conservative, and predictable. Today, they’ve been reimagined into something playful, versatile, and fiercely stylish. The new tie is slim, glossy, and often worn with intention rather than obligation. Whether knotted loosely over a shirt, draped around the neck with a slip dress, or cinched at the waist as a belt, it has become the ultimate styling trick small in size, but big in statement.

 

Hailey Bieber in a Tie – Instagram

Women Reclaiming the Tie

What once symbolized corporate authority is now being rewritten as a tool of self-expression. Recently on runways, ties appeared alongside sheer blouses, sequined skirts, and low-slung trousers. The effects were powerful: sharp structure blended with feminine ease. Celebrities  have also embraced the look, leather, satin or silk ties for flair, sensuality and timeless sophistication. Worn loosely undone or with bold tailoring, the tie no longer follows the  rules,  it’s breaking them.

 

The Tie Trend 2025 – Pinterest @evi sil

Runway to Real Life

Designers are giving the tie new life by experimenting with proportion, texture, and context. Oversized blazers with dangling ties, silk neckwear against naked skin, and even metallic versions for the evening, these new interpretations have transformed the item into a versatile piece. Off the runway, the streets have followed suit. Fashion insiders have been seen wearing ties over graphic tees, stacking them with hefty jewellery, and knotting them casually with denim. It’s effortless, a touch revolution, and unquestionably stylish.

 

Break The Rule —Pinterest @ Prettygirl

A Symbol of Rebellion and Freedom

Perhaps what makes the tie resonate in 2025 is its layered meaning. Once tied to rigidity and mainly masculine codes of dress, it has been reclaimed as a symbol of individuality. A loosely knotted tie can suggest both polish and defiance. Styled with ripped denim, it feels rebellious. Paired with an evening gown, it flips the script on traditional elegance. Either way, the tie now whispers one thing: fashion on your own terms.

How to Tie It Into Your Wardrobe

  • Loosen Up: In 2025, the perfect Windsor knot is no longer in style. Ties look best when they are a little undone.

 

  • Be Versatile With Your Choice: Choose satin, leather, velvet, or metallic fabrics. They add instant personality.

 

  • Mix Masculine and Feminine: Wear tailored blazers over a mini skirt or a slip dress.

 

  • Think Beyond the Collar: Don’t limit yourself to the collar. Try using a tie as a belt, a bag accessory, or even tied around your wrist.

The Final Word

The tie’s breakout is proof that the smallest accessories can carry the loudest voice. Once seen as restrictive, has now become the accessory of freedom, boldness, versatility, and unafraid. In 2025, wearing a tie isn’t about dressing for the office. It’s about dressing for yourself.

So, knot it, drape it, belt it, or twist it. The tie isn’t asking for permission anymore—it’s now the attention.

Read also: From Showstopping Dresses to Oversized Suit: The Stars who Defied Fashion’s Expectations Last Week

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From Showstopping Dresses to Oversized Suit: The Stars who Defied Fashion’s Expectations Last Week

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Jenna Ortega, Dua Lipa, Margaret Qualley, and others served bold and unconventional looks, proving fashion has no rules.

The world of fashion thrives on ground-breaking, out-of-the-box ideas and last week, we had celebrities who defied every expectation and it has been wonderful to watch them.

In this article, we’d be calling them out and celebrating them, because good fashion deserves to be applauded. Here are stars who didn’t just turn heads but reinvented fashion in ways we haven’t seen in a while.

Jenna Ortega

Jenna Ortega at the Premiere of Wednesday Season 2

Jenna Ortega at the Premiere of Wednesday Season 2

In a striking outfit which she wore to the Wednesday Season 2 Premiere, Jenna wore an orange leather skirt with black stripes which she matched with a matching corset top that gave her look a bold, edgy look.

She then layered a black-brown faux fur jacket over her dress, a high-heeled boot that matched her faux jacket and a simple neck chain as the accessory of the look. Her overall look perfectly fit with her character in the movie and was a beautiful one overall.

 Dua Lipa

Dua Lipa's dress for her 30th birthday.

Dua Lipa’s dress for her 30th birthday.

For her 30th birthday, pop superstar Dua Lipa wore an elegant silver chainmail dress designed by Giuliano Calza. The gown was sleeveless, with a high neckline and bold cuts at the side that highlighted her figure while the two knee-high slits aided movement.

She finished with silver strappy stiletto heels and bold, chunky gold earrings and cuff bracelets to contrast her silver dress.

 Hailey Bieber

Hailey Bieber styles simple black and white polka dots midi dress

Hailey Bieber styles simple black and white polka dots midi dress

Hailey Bieber attended a dinner with Kyle Jenner and Bella Hadid in Beverly Hills and decided to keep it simple. She wore a black and white polka midi dress by Dolce&Gabbana that complemented her figure nicely.

She doesn’t do too much with this as she pairs black sunglasses, gold earrings and green shoes.

 Tracee Ellis Ross

Tracee Ellis Ross spotted in front of the set of Jimmy Kimmel Live

Tracee Ellis Ross spotted in front of the set of Jimmy Kimmel Live

Spotted outside the set of Jimmy Kimmel Live! On the 14th of August in Los Angeles, the actress and producer looked stunning in a menswear outfit.

From her oversized striped shirt to wide pleated trousers, a striped black tie, this one is not something you see on a regular day. For accessories, she didn’t play small – from her black sunglasses, keychain on belt and her black shoes, everything comes together beautifully.

Margaret Qualley

Margaret Qualley at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

Margaret Qualley at The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon

For her appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, Margaret decided to keep it simple and she looked no less stunning.

She wore a white halter-neck mini dress and paired it with white heels. Minimal makeup, monochrome outfits and showing up without doing too much doesn’t get better than this!

Suki Waterhouse

Suki Waterhouse for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour

Suki Waterhouse for the Taylor Swift Eras Tour

After returning to stage after the birth of her first child, Suki performed at the Wembley Stadium, opening Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour.

She wore a see-through lilac dress by Alexander McQueen with high-neck gathered detailing and puffy long sleeves and completed the look with black boots which together looked striking!

Conclusion

From unconventional suits to creative dresses, these stars have reminded us that fashion will continue to belong to the ones who don’t follow trends but instead create them.

Until we bring to you the next wave of stars who are defying every rule in the book, remember to stay stylish and don’t forget to break the rules because that is what stars do!

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5 Ways to Style Your Blue Jeans for Street Wear

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Blue jeans are the friend who never bails. They work on busy weekdays, coffee runs, late nights and everything. If yours are feeling a bit same-old, here are five easy, street-ready ways to switch them up without overthinking it.

 

Start your day looking polished — Pinterest @Era

 Oversized blazer + tee + clean sneakers

This is the “I’ve got plans” uniform. Throw a relaxed blazer over a plain tee, slide into white or neutral sneakers, and let your jeans do the grounding. Go straight or loose through the leg so the look feels current, not stiff. If your jeans are a little too long and start folding up at the bottom near your shoes, just roll them up once to make them look neat. This is a very simple yet polished look.

 

A must have combo —Pinterest @Maria

Long coat + boots (any season, any mood)

A long wool thick coat in colder months, or a shorter softer when it’s mild, instantly sharpens denim. Pair it with chunky Chelsea boots or sleek ankle boots and keep the rest minimal. The coat’s length adds drama; the boots add weight so the jeans don’t look weak or too light. Baggy or straight cuts balance best with heavier footwear, a combo you should have.

 

Let’s take it back but classic —Pinterest@ Mily Loana

Hoodie + retro trainers + cap

This is an easy sporty look. Put on a comfy hoodie, some old-school sneakers, and a cap. Blue jeans go with almost any color: grey, green, or brown all work. If your jeans are wide or baggy, pick slimmer sneakers so the outfit doesn’t look bulky. You can roll the bottom of your jeans a little to show your socks.

 

Classic look —Pinterest @Ami-msl

Denim-on-denim, mixed washes

The double-denim fix still hits, just mix washes so it doesn’t look like a suit. Try light blue jeans with a darker jacket, or mid-blue jeans with an ecru denim shirt. Keep a plain tee in between to break it up. This combination is not going anywhere; it’s simple, and surprisingly put-together.

 

Pinterest @Lysney Morrison

Statement top + loafers or heels

When jeans are the base, your top can do the talking: a boxy button-up, a body con crop top, or a strong knit. Finish with loafers for that city stride or a block heel for a little lift. If your jeans are too long, roll them up neatly once or twice so they sit above your shoes. It’s a small fix that makes the whole outfit look put together.

Easy extras that make a difference

  • Cuff smart: A single cuff for straight legs, a neat double cuff when you need a bit more height, or a small pin-roll with sneakers. Don’t cuff if it’s a wide flares or bootcuts; let them drape over the shoe instead.
  • Match jeans to shoes: Baggy jeans love three shoe routes: sturdy sneakers, solid boots, or something with a pointed toe for contrast. If you’re going sporty, retro trainers sit best under relaxed or barrel legs.
  • Keep proportions in check:Bigger tops like blazers or long coats fit well with straight or relaxed jeans. Slimmer tops play nicely with roomier jeans. This balance is why these outfits keep showing up in street style galleries.

Blue jeans aren’t a trend, they’re a toolkit. Go through the style section above and even get creative with your personal touch, but ensure to go with the right shoes. Blue Jeans don’t have complicated rules, they are simply a good outfit anywhere anytime.

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