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Al-Ahram Weekly
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INTERVIEW: Fashion, ethics and aesthetics - Laura Dayoub on reshaping the industry's narrative - Style - Life & Style
Fashion designer Laura Dayoub, 25, shares her thoughts on the ethics and aesthetics of fashion and the conversations she's been curating around these themes. Next month, Laura Dayoub will moderate the second episode of What Is Fashion?, a discussion series launched this spring by Diwan bookstores. Like the first episode—and those yet to come—the event will see Dayoub, who has worked in the heart of the glamorous fashion world, peel back the sheen to examine fashion as a social construct with responsibilities, consequences, and ethical implications. 'Glamour is inevitably part of fashion,' Dayoub told Ahram Online. 'But it's not just about glamour. It's always important to look at fashion from multiple angles.' With a bachelor's degree in media and communication from Loughborough University and a fashion design degree from the Istituto Marangoni in Milan, Dayoub understands both the mechanics of fashion and its broader cultural impact. 'It's not just about people,' she said. 'The environment, culture, and even the economy are all part of fashion's story.' For this reason, she argues, fashion must be considered beyond the glossy spreads of magazines—as a socio-economic framework that can and should generate opportunities. In the first episode of the series, Dayoub hosted Margarita Andrade, founder and chair of Threads of Hope, an initiative supporting around 400 migrant and refugee women in Egypt who work from home producing accessories. For Dayoub, ethics is a crucial part of the fashion conversation—the discussion's key theme is workers' rights. Andrade emphasized the need for enterprise managers to be sensitive and committed, using terms like 'support,' 'training,' 'safety,' and 'protection.' Dayoub wholeheartedly agreed. Ethical fashion, she said, benefits workers and offers them a stable present and the possibility of a better future. 'Whether a brand produces simple, local garments, haute couture, inexpensive accessories or fine jewellery—it's all the same,' she said. 'You have to see people and see through people.' Amid an ongoing debate about European brands outsourcing high-end production to countries with cheap labour, Dayoub stressed that the question of ethical fashion could no longer be ignored. 'If we overlook this element,' she warned, 'then ethical fashion becomes a very hard concept to define.' She also flagged other key concerns: environmental sensitivity, product sustainability, and the safety of materials used—particularly regarding toxicity and microplastics. 'There are many issues because the concept of ethical fashion is evolving rapidly and becoming more central.' The rise of fast fashion versus sustainable fashion has been a hot topic in recent years, fuelled by media reports on poor working conditions—even in the factories of well-known luxury brands. Long hours, low pay, and harsh conditions contrast the price tags on the final products. 'Today, being sustainable is considered fashionable,' Dayoub said. And this, she added, applies across the board—from small local labels to global conglomerates. Sustainability, she explained, is now deeply intertwined with environmental awareness, particularly as the climate crisis intensifies. It's also connected to growing concerns about health—especially regarding fabrics and dyes. 'People are starting to worry about what they're wearing—about chemicals and microplastics in their clothes.' For Dayoub, fashion is also tied to identity. Following trends too rigidly, she warned, can lead to a kind of 'cognitive distance' from one's sense of self. 'Being so haunted by what's in vogue can result in unintentional self-isolation,' she said. 'Designers, producers and consumers alike need to stay grounded in reality—not just follow what's trending on TikTok or Instagram.' She acknowledged that social media plays a powerful role in shaping fashion consumption. But she believes it can also be a space for cultivating wisdom and moderation. That's part of what inspired her collaboration with Diwan on the four-part What Is Fashion? series, which explores intersections between fashion and climate, health, and psychology. Interest in ethical, sustainable, and eco-conscious fashion is growing in Egypt, Dayoub said, echoing a global trend. And many new local brands are embracing this shift. 'Some people are really trying to push boundaries,' she said. She also pointed to the rise in boutique shopping and the popularity of pre-loved fashion online as possible offshoots of this broader movement towards sustainability and consumption moderation. She noted that fashion consumption is cyclical. After the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a surge in what became known as 'dopamine dressing'—vibrant, mood-boosting styles. However, as economic uncertainty sets in globally, the focus is shifting again, with interest in modest fashion and minimalism rising. What's 'in', she said, is now about authenticity. 'People are leaning into their own style—choosing pieces that suit their personal aesthetics, rather than simply following whatever's trending through PR hauls or influencer unboxings.' 'Of course, some influence is inevitable,' she added. 'But what matters is that people make their own decisions.' Whether shopping on a tight budget or indulging in high-end labels, she insisted, fashion should ultimately be 'a matter of style.' Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
Yahoo
27-01-2025
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- Yahoo
Former FBI Chief Joins The Willis Law Group's Domestic and International Fraud Team
DALLAS, January 27, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Charles Dayoub comes to The Willis Law Group P.L.L.C. with over 18 years of diverse legal experience and more than a decade of executive leadership. Most recently, he served as an attorney at Perdue Brandon Fielder Collins & Mott, LLP, where he specialized in government receivables and regulatory compliance. Prior to joining The Wills Law Group, Charles was the Special Agent in Charge of the FBI's Kansas City Field Office. Prior to that, he had served as the section chief in the Counterintelligence Division at FBI headquarters. Charles began his law enforcement career as a special agent in 2005, when he was assigned to the El Paso Field Office in Texas, investigating counterterrorism as a member of the Joint Terrorism Task Force (JTTF). He also served on the El Paso SWAT team. In 2008, he joined the JTTF in the Washington Field Office. In 2011, Dayoub was promoted to supervisory special agent in the Counterterrorism Division at FBI headquarters, where he oversaw international terrorism originating in the Horn of Africa. He was promoted in 2013 to supervisory special agent of a JTTF squad in the Philadelphia Field Office. In 2015, he was picked to lead the Newtown Square Resident Agency of the Philadelphia Field Office. As the supervisory senior resident agent, he supervised multiple programs, including white-collar crime, violent crime, crimes against children, and health care fraud. His experience is invaluable as a Partner in our domestic and international fraud sector that operates throughout the world. "We are thrilled to welcome Charles Dayoub to The Willis Law Group," said Kirk Willis, founder of the firm, "His unique combination of high-level federal law enforcement experience and legal expertise will bring invaluable insight to our clients and strengthen our firm's capabilities." During his tenure with the FBI, Mr. Dayoub served in several senior executive positions, including Section Chief of Counterintelligence and Assistant Special Agent-in-Charge of the Cyber Branch in Washington, DC. His expertise spans cybersecurity, white-collar crime, regulatory compliance, and complex investigations. As a Marine Corps veteran, he also served in Operation Iraqi Freedom, receiving multiple commendations including the Navy and Marine Corps Achievement Medal. Mr. Dayoub earned his Juris Doctorate magna cum laude from Texas Tech Law School, where he received numerous academic honors including the Board of Regents Scholarship and Jurisprudence Awards in Criminal Procedure and Constitutional Law. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from Baylor University and has completed the Harvard National Preparedness Leadership Initiative Program. "I am excited to join the Willis Law Group where I hope to leverage my previous government and legal experience to make a meaningful impact for our clients and community," Charles Dayoub said. About The Willis Law Group P.L.L.C. The Willis Law Group is a distinguished national law firm with over 100 well-respected lawyers providing client-centric services across 15 offices throughout 6 states. The firm combines large-firm expertise with small-firm personal attention, employing a unique "Precision Litigation™" approach that targets essential aspects of each case for effective resolution. With a focus on putting clients first, the firm's experienced trial lawyers work to achieve optimal results whether in the conference room or the courtroom. The Willis Law Group's commitment to understanding clients' objectives, coupled with their deep knowledge of evolving legislation, enables them to provide efficient, results-driven legal services. The firm is on the forefront of protecting our clients' assets and also specialize in a national anti-fraud campaign for our client base. Charles joins forces with our many former criminal prosecutors and our former military intelligence officer William Clay, Esq. For more information about The Willis Law Group and its services, please visit or contact Valerie Harris at vharris@ or 214-736-9433. View source version on Contacts Valerie Harrisvharris@ 214-736-9433 Sign in to access your portfolio
