Nov 29, 2011

I Heart Sue Abayas







Sue is the go-to designer abaya and sheila label for the chicest members of Jeddah's society. But you don't have to be living in Jeddah to get your hands on a Sue abaya and sheila.







Sue is the label (and nickname) of Saudi abaya designer Suad Al Zamil, who launched her label in 2007 when she noticed that her daughter was changing the type of abaya she wore every two months. Suad realized that abaya trends were ever-changing and so designed an abaya for her daughter, who loved it and then her daughter's friends wanted her to design abayas for them too. And Suad's abaya designing career was launched!


Suad launched her label with the realization that abayas are ever-evolving fashion statements, which need an eye for detail, as well as an element of uniqueness and aesthetic appeal. And her abayas are just that - full of opulent, delicate and exquisite detail, unique and definitely aesthetically appealing!















"I care a lot about details and the high end finishing so I always use the best fabrics, like silk and crepe and a special type of stretch fabric. I also always try to make new designs different to what is on the market," Suad told me.

"I get inspired by the fabrics and their colours and I use hand-made flowers on my abayas which are unique." 


Quite frankly, I love all her designs!


















How to get yours 

Sue started off as a home-based company but now customers can also order abayas and sheilas online through her Facebook page as well as visit her showroom in Khalidiah, Jeddah (behind Manna Center, 0541151595). Sue is also available from time to time at Alsawani department store in Jeddah.


For more information, or to make an order or private appointment you can call Suad on 00966541151595 or email her at suadzamil@hotmail.com.




Sue is celebrating its 4th anniversary by offering 50% discount on all designs between Sunday December 4, 2011 4pm (KSA time) to Monday December 5, 2011 10pm (KSA time)!




EXCLUSIVE! Marni collaborates with H&M for Spring 2012!


Yes, ladies you heard it right and you heard it here first.

We haven't gotten over this month's amazing collaboration between Versace and H&M and then H&M blasts us away with the news that they are already collaborating with another fashion giant for Spring 2012 - this time, Marni.

Mark your calendars for March 8th 2012!










Nov 28, 2011

Fall/Winter 2011 Trend Alert: Fetish























Fetish

Richard Nicoll blouse
$190 - theoutnet.com

Balmain leather pants
£2,029 - farfetch.com

Bionda Castana high heels
€894 - my-wardrobe.com

Stella McCartney pewter clutch
£560 - brownsfashion.com

Alexander McQueen cuff bangle
$477 - net-a-porter.com




Fetish 2

Miss Selfridge top
£32 - missselfridge.com

Splendid black top
€69 - jades24.com

H&m pants
£25 - hm.com

3.1 Phillip Lim high heel shoes
$1,031 - my-wardrobe.com

Zara leather bag
$189 - zara.com

Chain jewelry
$130 - reissonline.com




Fetish 3

Catherine Deane leather dress
$1,266 - my-wardrobe.com

Wolford tight
£35 - houseoffraser.co.uk

Natasha Couture silver necklace
$48 - nordstrom.com

Mawi vintage ring
$558 - charmandchain.com




Fetish 4

Sheer skirt
£108 - farfetch.com

Fogal tight
€115 - pret-a-beaute.com

Camilla Skovgaard studded boots
£650 - my-wardrobe.com

Reed Krakoff vermeil jewelry
$1,195 - reedkrakoff.com

Nov 22, 2011

Fall/Winter 2011 Trend Alert! Winter Florals


















Winter Florals

Erdem silk dress
$1,307 - boutique1.com

Armani Exchange nylon stocking
$20 - armaniexchange.com

Steve Madden black suede wedge
$65 - nordstrom.com

Antique jewelry
jewelry.1stdibs.com




Winter Florals 2

Thakoon Addition cropped pants
$490 - lagarconne.com

Lucky brand shoes
$67 - bloomingdales.com

Mulberry genuine leather handbag
£889 - farfetch.com

Cuff bangle
$40 - thinkgeek.com

Resin ring
$75 - reissonline.com





Winter Florals 3

D G flower print dress
£565 - harveynichols.com

Oasis black hosiery
£8 - debenhams.com

Dorothy Perkins mary jane heels
£41 - dorothyperkins.com

Bow handbag
£25 - topshop.com

Ziba gold jewelry
£20 - houseoffraser.co.uk





Winter Florals 4

Vanessa Bruno jumpsuits and romper
$1,455 - net-a-porter.com

Yves Saint Laurent suede peep toe pumps
$720 - net-a-porter.com

Clutch bag
$750 - cultstatus.com.au

Alexis Bittar 80s jewelry
$475 - charmandchain.com






Winter Florals 5

Miu Miu t strap heels
$640 - bergdorfgoodman.com

Balmain silver metallic handbag
$1,595 - stylebop.com

Nadri sparkle jewelry
$58 - nordstrom.com

Butterfly jewelry
£530 - harrods.com