The winner of the inaugural Swarovski Abaya Design Awards was declared last night on the final day of The Bride Show Abu Dhabi. Eiman Al Marzouqi took to the stage at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition ...

One of the UAE’s most popular design awards is back and the search has begun to discover untapped fashion talent in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. The CRYSTALLIZED™ Abaya Design Awards, sponsored by ...

In Arab countries, the abaya is known by many names, such as Jalaba, Jalabiya, Omani and Qaftan, but it is basically a simple and loose garment - often black in colour - worn by women in the Arabian ...

Sifting through racks full of long flowing abayas (loose, sleeveless over-garments), Sana's hand stops at something that catches her eye. While Eid dresses are in great demand, the erstwhile black, ...

Virginia: The assignment for Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) fashion students: design an abaya that is stylish yet acceptable in Arab countries. The results: elaborately beaded designs, a ...

UAE Union Day is the perfect occasion to showcase your style with a traditional yet fashionable abaya. Whether you’re looking for classic designs, modern interpretations, or luxurious touches, there’s ...

Lack of a fashion copyright law leads to Copycats replicating creations cheaply Dubai: As traditional garb goes, there is little to match the elegance and seamless flow of the abaya. Then there are ...

An Emirati designer has created a new brand to hit the United Arab Emirates, taking the traditional one-piece abaya – a common Muslim female dress in the Gulf – and breaking it in two. Badreya Faisal, ...

They say the ‘little black dress’ is every woman’s wardrobe essential. In the Gulf region, that translates as ‘the little black abaya’ – and some fashionistas are giving the traditional garment a ...

With barely any time left for Eid, markets in the old part of the city have sprung up as shopping havens for the shopaholic. While Eid dresses are in great demand, the erstwhile black, full length ...