A fashion show in Bahrain earlier this month was an extravagant showcase of beautiful, Islamic designs. There were collections from a range of top designers from the Gulf including Amal Al Ra'aes and Kubra al Qaseer.
The colorful collection by Al Ra'aes included stone-encrusted loose burqas, head scarfs and chador (face covering). The fashion designer seeks to uphold Islamic traditional women's dress and to infuse it with an Arab dress style that is ancient and very unique. Al Ra'aes is featured in the last picture in the gallery.
More Islamic fashion below:
Islamic High Fashion
Amal Al Ra'aes' Collection
Trend Themes
1. Islamic High Fashion - Designers are finding innovative ways to bridge the gaps between traditional Islamic attire and contemporary fashion, offering opportunities for luxury fashion brands to capitalize on a growing market.
2. Modest Fashion - The rise of Islamic high fashion and modest fashion in general provides opportunities for retailers to cater to those who prefer clothing that is both fashionable and modest.
3. Inclusivity in Fashion - Islamic high fashion promotes inclusivity in the fashion industry, pushing for representation and recognition of diverse cultural and religious backgrounds.
Industry Implications
1. Fashion and Apparel - The fashion industry can embrace new opportunities and expand their market by tapping into the growing Islamic high fashion and modest fashion trends for both men and women.
2. Luxury Goods - Luxury brands can capitalize on the growing market for Islamic high fashion by incorporating traditional Islamic attire into their collections and tapping into the high-end market.
3. Textiles and Materials - The Islamic high fashion trend creates a demand for high-quality and luxurious fabrics and textiles, leading to opportunities for textile and material manufacturers to cater to this growing market.