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The Most Memorable Regional Fashion Moments of 2024

From the region’s biggest-ever fashion showcase to Egypt’s first digital runway, this is the 2024 SceneStyled recap.

Ziyad El-Helbawy

The Most Memorable Regional Fashion Moments of 2024

From Camila Cabello’s Saudi-esqeue performance of ‘Havana’ on the runway at Riyadh’s ‘The 1001 Seasons of Elie Saab’ to Egyptian actress Huda El Mufti becoming Dolce and Gabbana’s first-ever Middle East ambassador, 2024 has been filled with defining milestones. 

As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at some of the MENA fashion scene's standout moments of the year. So without further ado, this is the 2024 Scene Styled Rewind….

Egyptian Designer Shahira Lasheen Orchestrates Egypt’s First-Ever Digital Runway Show

February, 2024


In February of this year at the historic Abdeen palace in Cairo, guests were invited to attend the exclusive showcase of Shahira Lasheen’s ‘Al-Qahira 20’ collection. When guests arrived, however, no runway was in sight. Soon, the screens lit, and Egypt’s first digital runway showcase was unveiled. With a performance by Egyptian DJ Molotof and his own mom, the night was one that resulted in many-a-viral clips.

Roberto Coin Brings ‘The Art of Dreaming’ to Riyadh With Famed Venetian ‘Il Ballo del Doge’ Masquerade

March, 2024

Seeking to recreate the mystique and magic of Il Ballo del Doge, Venice's legendary masked ball famed as one of the most spectacular social events in the world, Renowned Italian jewellery designer Roberto Coin immersed Riyadh in an evening of surreal fantasy and wonder on March 3rd, later recreating the experience in Dubai in November.

Erika Hammond’s Epic Egyptian Wedding by the Pyramids

April, 2024

‘Wow’-ing the world with a series of stellar festivities organised by Vertex Events, Erika Hammond’s destination wedding in Egypt to American billionaire Ankur Jain saw her don not one, not two, not three, but five distinct looks. With gowns and dresses designed by Elias Riga, Elio Abou Fayssal, and accessories by myriad Egyptian designers, the wedding was one for the fashion history books.

Egyptian Luxury Label Okhtein Celebrates a Decade of Success

July, 2024

On the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, Cairo-born luxury handbag and jewellery brand Okhtein celebrated its ten-year anniversary with an exclusive event in the North Coast. One of Egypt’s most famed success stories, Okhtein later opened their very first boutique store

Egyptian Jeweller Azza Fahmy Opens First Boutique in Saudi Arabia

September, 2024

A hallmark of Egyptian luxury, Azza Fahmy took The Kingdom by storm in 2024 with the opening of its first ever boutique store in Riyadh in partnership with Attar United. Spanning 80 square metres, the boutique embodies the brand’s fifty-five-year legacy.

Huda El Mufti Named Dolce & Gabbana's First Middle East Ambassador

September, 2024

In September 2024, Egyptian actress Huda El Mufti became Dolce & Gabbana’s very-first Middle-Eastern ambassador and the face of both Dolce & Gabbana’s Fashion and Beauty divisions.

Hadia Ghaleb Launches Debut Eyewear Collection

September, 2024

Breaking from the waves of swimwear, Dubai-based Egyptian entrepreneur and internet princess debuted her inaugural eyewear collection, drawing inspiration from both space and Arabic calligraphy.

Camila Cabello Performs Saudi Rendition of Havana at ‘The 1001 Seasons of Elie Saab’ Fashion Show in Riyadh

November, 2024

This year saw one of the biggest - if not the biggest - fashion showcases in the Middle East take place in Riyadh. Unveiling hundreds of looks, Lebanese designer Elie Saab took over Riyadh for the night on November 13th. With performances by Cabello, Celine Dion,  J-Lo, Amr Diab, and Nancy Ajram, ‘The 1001 Nights of Elie Saab’ cemented itself as a blueprint showcase for years to come.

Halle Berry Recreates Iconic Oscars Win Moment in Elie Saab Gown at Riyadh’s ‘1001 Seasons of Elie Saab’

November, 2024

When Halle Berry became the first African-American woman to win an Oscar in 2002, she ascended the stage in a breath-taking Elie Saab gown, in November, 22 years later, Berry slipped back into the iconic gown as she walked the runway of Elie Saab’s show-stopping showcase in Riyadh. 

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