Egyptian-Lebanese model Sabrina Khaled has a knack for dressing minimally without losing any of the impact. Her style - what she calls “elevated casual chic” - is rooted in family. Fashion entered her life early, shaped by the people closest to her and the places they took her.

“My mum is my anchor, my backbone, my style icon and critic,” Khaled tells SceneStyled. “I look up to her - she gave me space to experiment growing up. And she always rocked a suit - because she needed to. I think that’s where my love of power dressing comes from.”

Her late father, she says, introduced her to fashion as a form of culture. “He was my fashion and travel connoisseur. From a young age, we’d go on yearly shopping trips across Europe. He taught me everything I know about haute couture in Milan and Paris.”

For this edition of SceneStyled Selects, Khaled curates a wardrobe of pieces she’d wear from a mix of regional and global labels - minimal, considered, and entirely her own.

LOOK 1: WEDDING GUEST - REFINED GLAMOUR

“When choosing dresses for weddings,” tells us Khaled, “I always strive for a unique yet classic look. This Nafsika dress has long been on my radar, with the drop waist hemline and balloon skirt with subtle flower details that add a feminine touch on such a dark background. Pairing it
with my personal jewelry from Imad Baadarani makes the outfit complete.”

Nafsika Skourti | The Garden Gown
Amina Muaddi | Agnese Sandal Black Patent
Imad Baadarani | Custom jewellery
Vanina | Rose des Vents Bucket
Neat bob blowout
Glass skin, minimal
Milk | Lip + Cheek Stick in dusty rose

Dior | Forever Glow Maximiser in pink
MAC | Lip pencil in Soar

LOOK 2: MONOCHROMATIC POWER STRUGGLE

“I always look out for an impressive suit to add to my wardrobe each season. I believe that having at least one good suit in your wardrobe is essential, to say the least. Adding a masculine touch has always been my strong suit (pun intended) when playing dress-up - it gives me a boost of flair!”

The Row | Azul wool suit - styled with nothing underneath.
YSL | Lee Slingback Pumps in patent leather
YSL | Cassandre Leather Belt in hot wine
Jewellery stack: Jessica Mccormack
Earrings: multi piercings
Hermès | Kelly II Sellier Mini Rouge H Box Calf Leather Palladium Hardware
Side part messy bun
Ahood | Lip Liner in Chunky
Mother Naked | Lip Treat in Tres Leches

LOOK 3: SKIRT-ING AROUND

“I love experimenting with different silhouettes and textures,” tells us Khaled, “Lace has always been a favorite of mine; it’s cheeky with a side of class! Mixing and matching fabrics, prints, and cuts are crucial when elevating a simple look. You can pair this asymmetrical skirt with a simple white tee, sneakers, and a cool pair of sunnies for a more casual setting! Pairing this look with animal print heels is the cherry on top! I love chunky jewellery, and I have been eyeing Okhtein’s collection for a long time now - I love their pieces so much.”

Erdem | Asymmetric ruffled taffeta maxi skirt

Dolce & Gabbana | Bow-detail cotton-blend lace bralette
Andrea Wazen | Carol mule in leopard
Okhtein | Bond Necklace in full gold
Marzook | Pill bag in gold
YSL | Lash Clash Extreme Volume Mascara in brown
Hair: Sleek bob blowout

LOOK 4: STRATEGIC ALLIANCE - FEM x MASC

“I'm all for an asymmetric fashion moment. This Vanina bustier can be styled up or down, depening on the occasion. Usually, I would style it with a pair of straight-cut jeans and mules fora day event, but for an evening affair, pairing it with cigarette tuxedo trousers fits better. I also paired it with my all-time favourite grungy flats from Miu Miu for a comfortable night out - and layers of mixed metal accessories. I think mixing metals is KING!”

Vanina | Noeud De Papillon Bustier
Victoria Beckham | Cropped tux trouser in ivory
Miu Miu | Satin ballet flats
Okhtein | Feluka clutch in rose gold
Kamushki | Ayut Al Kursi Tear Drop Pendant
Rainbow K | Earring Large Magnetic
Bracelets: Rainbow K | Stack of mixed metals

LOOK 5: KEEPING IT LIGHT - literally

“I love myself a peekaboo moment. I love organza, it’s such a resilient yet malleable fabric, and it comes in so many forms. I’m pairing these iconic mesh pants with an oversized sweater for more coverage. I’m styling this look with an elevated fashion-forward Simone Rocha sneaker - and more mixed metals.”

Acne Studios | Mohair and wool blend sweater in beige
Khaite | Trenton silk organza wide-leg pants
Simone Rocha | Ballerina grip trainer in duck egg
Benedetta Bruzziches | Pondy in Coriandolo
Low messy short hair ponytail
Okhtein | Stacked mixed metals
Okhtein | Rings
Okhtein | Bracelets
Supergoop | Glowscreen SPF 40
Sephora | Waterproof 12HR Retractable Eyeliner Pencil in brown