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Arab News
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Shanina Shaik attends 2025 Fashion Trust US Awards
DUBAI: Model Shanina Shaik and actress Sofia Boutella attended the 2025 Fashion Trust US Awards in Los Angeles this week for a ceremony which brought together designers, celebrities and industry figures to support and celebrate emerging fashion talent. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ Shaik, who traces her ancestry back to Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, Lithuania and Australia, arrived in a sleek white gown by Cult Gaia. The silk dress featured a cowl neckline and a floor-length, form-fitting silhouette. Tulle ties at the shoulders extended down both front and back, detailed with petal-like appliques. The gown included an open back design, with the floral embellishments continuing down sheer strands to the hem. The look was completed with minimal accessories — gold hoop earrings, neutral platform sandals and a slicked-back hairstyle. Meanwhile, Boutella, who is French Algerian, wore a striking red floor-length gown with a high neckline and soft, gathered pleats along the bodice. The dress featured loose, elbow-length sleeves and a cinched waist that flowed into a flared skirt. She paired the outfit with a metallic silver clutch. The Fashion Trust US Awards, presented by Google Shopping, celebrates emerging designers working across various disciplines, including ready-to-wear, jewelry and accessories. This year's event was hosted by actress and singer Keke Palmer. Anthony Vaccarello received the Honorary Award, while other winners included Rachel Scott of Diotima for ready-to-wear, Dani Griffiths of Clyde for accessories and Rebecca Zeijdel-Paz of Beck for jewelry. Nana Kwame Adusei scooped the Sustainability Award while the Graduate accolade went to Parsons student Patrick Taylor. Winners received grants of $100,000-$200,000, along with mentorship opportunities through Fashion Trust US and Google Shopping. A post shared by @fashiontrustus They were selected by the Fashion Trust US board and advisory panel, which included industry figures such as Jonathan Simkhai, Brandon Blackwood, Willy Chavarria, Jeremy Scott, Laurie Lynn Stark, Bob Mackie, Gaia Repossi, Francesco Risso, Chriselle Lim, Monique Lhuillier, Ugo Mozie, Bethann Hardison and Fernando Garcia. A post shared by @fashiontrustus Attending the ceremony were celebrities such as Lucy Hale, Becky G, Julia Fox, Maddie Ziegler, Kate Hudson, Heidi Klum, Hailey Bieber, Ciara, Julia Fox and Mandy Moore. A post shared by @fashiontrustus The evening also included a performance by singer Natasha Bedingfield.
Arab News
05-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Amina Muaddi attends Alaia show in Paris
DUBAI: Romanian Jordanian designer Amina Muaddi attended the Maison Alaia Summer/Fall 2025 fashion show during Paris Fashion Week. The footwear designer was spotted wearing an all-black ensemble featuring a sleek leather set with a structured, oversized silhouette. The standout element of her look was a fringe-detailed top that cascaded from her shoulders. Her hair was slicked back into a bun, complementing her sharp, defined makeup, which featured a bronzed complexion, sculpted brows and a nude glossy lip. Loli Bahia showed off an all-black look. (Supplied) Muaddi watched from the front row as models walked the runway in the brand's latest designs, including regional catwalk stars like French Algerian model Loli Bahia and Mona Tougaard, who has Danish, Turkish, Somali and Ethiopian ancestry. Bahia wore a black, high-gloss, oversized leather coat with a padded structure, a wide belt cinching the waist, and long, voluminous sleeves. The coat also featured a cushioned collar wrapping around the neck. Meanwhile, Tougaard was dressed in a fitted, long-sleeved burgundy bodysuit with an attached padded circular hood framing her face. The bodysuit was tucked into a high-waisted, off-white pleated maxi skirt that fell to the ankles. A post shared by ALAÏA (@maisonalaia) 'The Summer Fall 2025 collection began with thoughts of history, of geography, of sculpture, and always of women. They are all part of the clothes, within them,' the brand, which was founded by late Tunisian couturier Azzedine Alaia, said in show notes. The runway featured garments with kinetic movement, brought to life through pleats and drapes. Designs included hoods that framed the face, structured silhouettes and layered fabrics. The pieces were shaped to highlight the body's curves, incorporating padding. The venue featured sculptures by Dutch artist Mark Manders, highlighting the connection between fashion and art. A post shared by ALAÏA (@maisonalaia) The show's soundtrack, 'Liefde,' composed by Gustave Rudman, featured Egyptian soprano Fatma Said's rendition of 'Aatini al-Nay wa-Ghanni,' with lyrics by Lebanese poet Khalil Gibran. Muaddi had a busy evening in Paris. After the Alaia show, we went to the Musée du Louvre to attend the Le Grand Dîner du Louvre, the fundraising event that celebrates the new Louvre Couture exhibition that opened on Jan. 24. Celebrities including Victoria and David Beckham, Michelle Yeoh, Danai Gurira and Jisoo arrived in style, while supermodels Carla Bruni, Naomi Campbell and Gigi Hadid were also in attendance.
Arab News
12-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Arab News
Loli Bahia, Mona Tougaard walk at Tory Burch's Fall/Winter 2025 show in New York
DUBAI: Regional models Loli Bahia and Mona Tougaard took center stage at the Tory Burch Fall/Winter 2025 show during New York Fashion Week, walking the runway in layered, textured ensembles. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @ Bahia, who is French Algerian, wore a navy pullover sweater with an oversized white collar, paired with brown trousers featuring a panel running down the sides. The sweater's sleeves were rolled back to reveal a lighter lining, and a small gold pin fastened the collar. She carried a structured black leather bag with a long strap and wore polished brown leather shoes. Meanwhile, Tougaard — who has Danish, Turkish, Somali and Ethiopian ancestry — wore a rich navy look, featuring a shaggy-textured coat draped over matching velvet pants. A structured scarf was wrapped around her shoulders, secured with a gold pin. The look was completed with glossy pointed-toe shoes and she carried a slouchy black leather handbag with soft folds and a long strap. Tory Burch's latest collection played with the familiar, offering a 'twisted' take on classic sportswear, according to show notes. Pieces that might traditionally be considered wardrobe staples — such as cardigans, sweatpants and blazers — were reimagined. Banker shirts flared at the cuffs, cardigan sleeves were slashed and pinned at the shoulder, and shirt dresses followed a spiral construction, giving them a sculptural drape. 'A wardrobe collected over time, where each piece becomes irreplaceable: the perfect blazer, a favorite dress, a worn-in sweatshirt,' Burch said in a released statement. The fabrics reflected the collection's focus on deconstruction and transformation. Corduroy shaped cut-out dresses, needle-punched wool resembled fleece, and Japanese brushed jersey refined sweatpants and rugby tops. Footwear incorporated details like heels, zippers and seams that appeared asymmetrical. The Twisted Pump from Spring/Summer 2025 returned in a distorted T-strap and slingback sandal. A post shared by TORY BURCH (@toryburch) For the jewelry, the designer introduced a hint of '70s glamour. Shoulder-dusting chain earrings, oversized crystal flower brooches, and gold-tone sunglasses brought a vintage sensibility to the collection. Notably, the whimsical animal-inspired jewelry seen in recent seasons continued. The show took place at the Museum of Modern Art, and was attended by guests including Amanda Seyfried, Jodie Turner-Smith and Alexandra Daddario, who shared a bench with singer-songwriter Ciara and media icon Martha Stewart. The event was set to a soundtrack curated by Wladimir Schall.
