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Fierce loyalty
Wolf & Bear Collective has gained a loyal following in its first year, with a story that resonates alongside a mission to care for our planet, writes Jack Yan
From the December 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

Getting real on faux fur
We look at House of Fluff, one of faux fur’s premier labels that gained such a fast following that it was called upon to re-create Elton John’s coats in Rocketman. Jack Yan interviews House of Fluff founder Kym Canter
From issue 41 of Lucire and the January 2020 issue of Lucire KSA

Reinventing formal wear
Based in Jeddah, Saudi designer Noora Alharthi, is best known for her stylish collections of women’s suits and jackets. Qurratulain Wahab met up with Noora to find out more
From the November 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

Best dressed from the beginning
Jessica Rich never set out to be a shoe designer, she tells Meg Hamilton, but she believes she’s found her calling—and she has plenty of support with her celebrity following
From the September 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

Making luxury ethical
Saudi designer Sadeem Alshehail launched her prêt-à-couture fashion label Sadeem in 2016. Three years on, she’s already widely recognized as a leader in sustainable design. Qurratulain Wahab met up with her to find out more
From the September 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

A new shape of time
Nepto has shown two watch collections that blend the best of Paris and Berlin styles, writes Meg Hamilton

Ready-to-wear with attitude
Hindamme is a contemporary luxury fashion label inspired by the concept of “east meets west”. Qurratulain Wahab spoke with its founder, Mohammed Khoja
From the August 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

Next-level fashion
Cass, an eco-fashion label founded by French-born designer Eléonore Cass in 2017, has already earned an international reputation with its bold colours and strong ethics. She speaks to Jack Yan
From issue 40 of Lucire and the March 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

Modesty with a French vibe
Saudi designer Sara Rayess launched her Foulard brand in 2011 after noticing a lack of stylish headscarves in the market. Today, Foulard is a go-to brand for elegant and stylish headwear. Qurratulain Wahab met up with Sara to find out more
From the July 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

In praise of slow fashion
Anna Deans, who sources her fabrics for her accessories ethically and in an environmentally friendly way, doesn’t think of her eponymous label as ‘eco-fashion’, writes Jack Yan

Bridging cultures
Since launching her own label in 2012, Saudi fashion designer, Nora Al-Shaikh has continued to craft unique designs that bridge cultures and have earned her a loyal following both at home in Saudi Arabia and internationally. Qurratulain Wahab visited Nora at her studio in Jeddah
From the June 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

The changing of the guard
Numerous labels around the world have new talent: the second half of the decade looks very different to the first. As a result, there’s tension between past and present. Jack Yan looks at some of these labels and wonders what is the right way in 2019

Simply elegant
Malak Ahmed is one of a new generation of young up-and-coming Saudi fashion designers. She launched her brand last year but is already creating waves with ready-to-wear pieces that are simple, elegant and meticulously tailored. She recently launched her Eve collection at the Hub 27.1 concept store in Jeddah. Qurratulain Wahab met with Malak to find out more
From the May 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

From cherry blossoms to rock and roll
Nasiba Hafiz is widely regarded as one of Saudi Arabia’s most avant-garde women’s fashion designers. Her pop-ups have been displayed in Tokyo, Los Angeles, Dubai and London. Qurratulain Wahab visited Nasiba at her home in Jeddah to find out more
From the April 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

Pursuing the dream
Since seeing her work among gift bags at Hollywood suites, we became intrigued with Elina Petrosyan, the entrepreneurial teenager with a growing following. Leyla Messian meets her
Photographed by Anna Sargsyan

Out of the box
Heather Chapplain’s range of upcycled fashion is winning over celebrities and the fashion-forward alike, writes Jack Yan

Restrained glamour
Twenty years of covering New York Fashion Week, and we’ve seen the city go through confidence, recession, and cautious recovery. This season? Lola Cristall makes her picks
Photographed by Mike Coppola, Elvia Gobbo, Dror Baldinger and courtesy the designers

Timeless and meaningful
Qurratulain Wahab meets up with one of Saudi Arabia’s leading jewellery designers, Nadine Attar, who talks about the process of crafting unique, timeless and highly personal pieces of jewellery inspired by nature, spirituality and Arab culture
From the March 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

It’s who we are
Each of this month’s luxury items represents their company’s heritage, in more ways than one

Because that’s who I am
Alya al-Sawwaf is a devotee of haute couture and many of her designs under her Swaf brand reflect both her own personality, and the glamour and extravagance found among women in the upper echelons of Saudi Arabian society. Qurratulain Wahab met up with Alya who talked about her unique, maximalist approach to fashion design
From the February 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

Future perfect
New York’s ADAY has quickly gained a reputation in sustainable fashion circles, by offering not just stylish designs, but an optimistic outlook, writes Jack Yan
From the January 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

Spring ’19 accessories’ round-up
What’s in style this spring? Our team looks at bags, shoes and a watch that give you more of a special sense this season

The customized is always right
With a fiercely loyal following, and a range of endlessly customizable bags, New York City’s Goldno.8 is a brand to watch. Jack Yan speaks to its founder, Ariane Gold, on her vision

Hide and seek
Sibirien Stockholm’s leather accessories are luxurious and sustainably sourced, but it’s the individual care by its founder that makes them truly special, writes Jack Yan
Photographed by Petter Backlund

The king of Saudi fashion retail
At the forefront of Saudi Arabia’s fashion retail industry are two brands—Femi9 and Vivid Flair—which are both owned by Fad International. Qurratulain Wahab met up with the company’s founder, Eyad Mashat, to find out more
From the January 2019 issue of Lucire KSA

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