ICONIC IFTAR Ramadan 2015

Dear Readers

I am excited to share with you some snips and snaps from the annual Ramadan Iftar event organised by ICONIC Middle East.

The venue, as usual was top notch: Sheraton Ballroom, located behind the Corniche Road, Jeddah.

I arrived early and had time to browse through the summer 2015 collection which is available in stores now, perfectly timed for your Eid or summer holiday shopping.

The ladies collection had gorgeous pieces from the resort chic collection with floaty dresses that could easily go from day to night with a statement necklace. The ICONIC Summer 15 collection showed influences from the 50s mid-century romance with primary colours such as red and yellow being used in embroidery, broad cuts and crochet detailing. A nod to the sixties was evident by the use ivory, green and black. Whereas the 70s shone through in eclectic prints and t-shirt designs.

Some of my favourite pieces are below:

Season mush have: Emerald green overlapping detail jumpsuit

Effortless chic printed sling backs

Add bling with leopard print mini dress

Super stylish Snake skin (faux) stilettos

Below you can see some items from the ICONIC Summer '15 collection for men, concentrating on a monochrome pallete of basic black,white and grey.

The grand buffet had something to satisfy very palette, from the Middle Eastern mezze platter, to Lasagna to Beef Stroganoff.

Here's the team that made it all happen.

Over all it was a wonderful event, can't wait for ICONIC's next collection!

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XOXO

Blogged:ICONIC December Shopping Haul ( Jeddah Fashion Post)

Dear Readers,

I am excited to share with you the goodies I bought in my last shopping trip to ICONIC.

Although ICONIC has been in town a while I tend to have my go-to brands which I frequent all the time; After this shopping trip I have decided to add the ICONIC store to my favourite stores list.

So without further ado here are  my pics:

I have been looking for the perfect silky texture printed harem pants, ones that aren't too casual so no jersey material or too bling, so no gold/silver animal print. At last I found the ONE I was looking for in ICONIC.

The geometric print is blend of red and navy blue over a neutral cream background not too busy or bland, it was just right. These roomy pants are  extremely comfortable to wear and yet give a dressed up look, can be worn to work, school, and while hanging out with friends.

I bought an oversize sleeveless sheer white top, to go with it-I loved the gold detailing on the collar, it added an edge to it, and I like the hi- lo cut, it has ample material in the back to cover your bum and maintain your modesty. There are fanned pleats in the back which add to the flowy nature of the top and give it a feminine silhouette.

I love the clink of metallic bangles perfect for accessorizing on the weekend.

Last but not least, these chunky duo knuckle  ring set has received numerous compliments since I got them! I simply can't stop wearing them.

I hope you liked my  ICONIC shopping haul!

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Blogged: Nisha’s Flagship Store now open In Andalus Mall Jeddah

NL Nisha's flagship store in Andalus Mall Jeddah

Dear Readers,

I would like to share with a you a quick review of Nisha’s flagship store which has recently opened its doors in Andalus Mall, (first floor next to the pharmacy).

Nisha also (known as Nishat Linen in some countries) is an international textile manufacturer/retailer with numerous branches in Dubai, Canada, U.K and Qatar.

The company is targeting expat customers who would like to shop their native Eastern designs in Jeddah, and Saudi customers with its Western inspired outfits.

Pros:  Bargain price leggings, pallazo pants, animal print trousers,  ethnic style tunics/kaftans,  scarves, and  hair accessories, and rings.

Interesting printed Indian silk fabric, formal ready-to-wear limited collection.

I love these cotton/linen scarves great for when you want to travel.
 

Cons:- I think there are too many items on display, and some of the items are  over-priced for what it is, but with after deducting their seasonal discount they may end up being reasonable.

I hope that Nisha brings their signature bed-linen collection which is popular in Dubai to Jeddah in the future.

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London Fashion Week: Burberry Prorsum SS13 My highlights

A rainbow of colour: Metallic trenches, vinyl bags, and satin shoes at Burberry SS13 London Fashion Week show

Dear Readers,
I know I'm a bit late on this post, but what can I say life got in the way of my blogging calendar.
I confess I sometimes enjoy looking at WHO attended the fashion week shows and what they wore, more than the show itself.

Burberry has in recent years won itself a place among the British luxury fashion bands, and the celebs who attended did not disappint in the least.

I hope you like the pics; these are my picks of the most interesting celebs that turned out, and no I didn't include any Olympics winners or One Directioners-I'm talking serious star power here..

First off, how I could I not include the famous fashion critic with her signature(read permanent) bob-hair cut that reminds me uncannily of Willy Wonka as played by Johnny Depp. Still, I have to admit the lady's got class.

The fashion world's dragon lady, Anna Wintour at Burberry Prosum Spring 2013 LFW

Sama and Haya AbuKhadra

Rosie Huntingdon-Whitely the famous Sports Illustrated cover swimsuit model, was all coverd up in a very fall appropriate snug outfit.

Rosie Huntingdon Whitely

Olivia Palermo rocked the country elite look, though her smoky eys might be a straying into the racoon eyes territtory- but I'll let it pass coz she's so cute.

Olivia Palermo

Tali lennox

 
Bollywood heartthrob and a member of the now defunct Indian aristocracy, Saif Ali Khan cut a fine figure in his 3 piece suit, with the skinny spotted tie adding a bit of whimsical touch.

I'm not sure what Emma Watson was thinking when she wore this dress, although the belt, zip and style might be interesting, i hate fabric it looks like those 'make a dress from rubbish' projects they make fashion design students do- I guess it was London fashion Week and she hoped there would be far more bizarre things on the runway-what other explanation is there?

British boxer Amir Khan with his fiance Faryal

Below are some runway looks that I liked, what do you think of them?

Loving the blue green combo of satin and shimmer

Navy cape with mettalic fuschia dress Burberry Prorsum SS13

I simply adored the make-up glowing skin paired with bright clean eyes and a red lip.

Image sources:

Burberry facebook page

fabfitfun.com

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