Rigash Finds Inspiration in the Silver Screen for FW’24/25 Collection

In Egyptian brand Rigash’s Fall/Winter ’24/25 collection, contrast reigns. Softness against edge. Power alongside vulnerability. It’s a collection that feels at once intimate and bold—a conversation between protection and exposure, wrapped in sharp tailoring and softened with fluid fabrics.

With each collection, Rigash fine-tunes its own language. The FW '24/25 drop builds on the codes established in previous seasons but pushes them further, sharpening the black-and-white juxtaposition between tailoring and ease. Past collections have played with that concept; leather jackets against barely-there bralettes, precise tailoring mellowed down by unexpected draping. But this season, founder and creative director Lamia Rady leans even more into controlled tension.

The Muse: For this collection, Rigash turns to the silver screen for inspiration, pulling from the world of film noir. The result is a wardrobe fit for a complex protagonist. “The FW '24/25 collection was also inspired by the contrast between strength and vulnerability,” Rady reveals. It’s Rigash’s way of embracing contradiction, and it shows throughout the silhouettes and cuts of the collection. “We focused on themes of elegance, dominance, and a little bit of rebellion.”

The Collection Dissected:

Previous collections flirted with stark black-and-white contrasts and the occasional injection of high-impact hues or metallics. This season, a richer palette adds an air of timeless luxury. In an intention colour story, chocolate browns and deep blacks bring forth warmth and sophistication, while a colourful accent of yellow flashes through the collection. There’s something earthy and grounded in these hues, yet still luxe. “The mood board was a swirl of deep brown and neutral tones, sharp tailoring, and textural contrasts,” she shares.

This is a collection that begs to be felt. Structured leather jackets, supple bralettes, and buttery-soft dresses come together in a tactile exchange. The silhouettes are equally expressive, creating tension and harmony—sleek blazers with cinched waists; oversized outerwear; feminine sets in leather. “Leather will always be a Rigash staple,” Rady adds.

Behind the Concept: The collection’s cinematic muse extends into its campaign. “The campaign was designed to feel like stills from a film with each shot capturing a moment of intrigue or quiet power,” Rady reveals. There’s a sharpness to the lighting and composition in a visual tone that echoes the clothes themselves: confident and precise. While past imagery in other collections felt raw, almost confrontational, this season’s visuals embrace a cinematic softness.

“The Dalmatian’s coat represents both individuality and uniformity,” Rady tells SceneStyled about featuring the dog model in the shoot. “The presence of the Dalmatian added an element of playfulness, stressing on the idea of controlled chaos within a structured world.”

The Collection in Three Words: “Confident. Cinematic. Timeless.”

Where to Wear It:

The collection is built for a life well-lived. Picture it at a sleek cocktail bar, turning heads as you drape an oversized coat over a figure-hugging dress. Or imagine it at a gallery opening, the structured silhouettes and rich textures mingling effortlessly with the art on the walls. Even in the boardroom, these pieces command the space, proof that dressing for the office can be both sharp and soulful.

How to Style it:

The Designers Suggest:

Rady designs with versatility in mind, making her pieces a smart choice for those who value sustainability and longevity in their wardrobe. A structured blazer dress transforms depending on your mood—paired with sheer tights and stilettos for an evening out or grounded with chunky, black boots for a more laid-back look. “The dresses work beautifully with statement accessories, and layering is key for playing with proportions,” Rady suggests.

Scene Styled Suggests:

Nodaleto | High-Shine Ankle Boots

Nada Ghazal Jewellery | Drop Round Rings & Drop Oval Rings

L’Afshar | Classic Clear Crushed Ice

Wolford x Mugler | Mesh-Panelled Tights

The Collection’s Stand-Out Piece: Ask Rady for her favourite piece, and the answer comes swiftly: the checkered tie. “It’s subtle but bold—a piece that ties the collection together, literally and conceptually,” she shares. It’s a perfect encapsulation of the Rigash spirit; classic tailoring colliding with modernity and edge.

The Verdict:

Perhaps the most striking shift is in the collection’s emotional register. If past Rigash collections spoke to jagged power and head-first rebellion, FW’24/25 feels more introspective, with long coats that envelop the body rather than challenge it. There’s still the boldness—seen in sharply cut blazers and statement accessories—but also a more mature kind of confidence, whether that’s through the brand’s introduction of a tie, chocolate browns or calculated cuts.