The Writer’s Blog
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Dear Pamela Geller…Kim Kardashian’s Abaya is Really Not a Form of Cultural Jihad
In her latest disillusioned rant, Pamela Geller attacks Kim Kardashian, who is in Dubai this week to launch her fragrance at Sephora, and promote the opening of Millions of Milkshakes at Dubai Mall. “Instead of being a role model and standing for free, empowered women, she [Kim] donned the cloth coffin and went around looking…
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Photojournalist’s blog: Walk A Mile In Her Shoes
Yesterday, The White Ribbon Campaign organized an initiative to end violence against females, at Yonge & Dundas Square in Toronto. Learn more about the cause here, and view photos from the event below:
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21st Century Muslim Women are Defined by their Confidence on a Catwalk, According to Newsweek Magazine Article
As a journalism student struggling to find a balance between writing about two completely different passions (fashion, and the Western perceptions of Islam), I often wondered if an opportunity would ever come to combine both topics in one news article. There are countless “how to wear hijab and still be stylish” stories, but I’ve never…
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Middle East-Inspired Avant-Garde Appears on the Runway At New York Fashion Week
I try to avoid regurgitating runway reviews on my blog during fashion weeks, but as an aspiring journalist who divides her year between the Eastern and Western hemispheres, I had to write a post about a collection that really caught my attention. In what may have been a tribute to the ongoing conflict between Israel…
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Cambridge Satchels vs. Zatchels: a fashion investigation
For months, the Cambridge Satchel has been a hot topic of interest amongst bloggers worldwide, and for many, it has become somewhat of a fashion staple. The Cambridge Satchel Company entered the media spotlight after releasing its “Flouro” collection, and it came as no surprise, since the bright pink, green, yellow and orange colours hit…
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“HERE BE MONSTERS”- My Lady Gaga Cover Story for Gulf News tabloid!
My first feature story was published today in Dubai, and it made the cover of Gulf News tabloid! The article is about Lady Gaga, and how her iconic fashion influence is interpreted in the UAE. Kristen Duff, Zubaida Ali (ButterHotShoes.com) and Nadya Hassan (TheFierceDiaries.blogspot.com) were interviewed as university students who take fashion inspiration from Gaga.…
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Dear Mr. Nigel Barker…
You probably don’t remember me. 11 months ago, I met you in Toronto, at your book signing event for Beauty Equation.After a short wait in line, I approached you with my Cannon EOS 1000D, and presented you with a silver Sharpie. Though you found the request a bit odd, and struggled with the camera for…
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Win a Professional Makeover with Ahlan! Live and Pastels
This competition calls out to women living under Dubai’s scorching sun, who feel they are in desperate need of a summer makeover! Ahlan! Live has teamed up with Pastels Hair & Beauty Salon to offer three lucky women the chance of a lifetime. The three winners will first meet with stylists for exclusive one-on-one consultations.…
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H&M Supports UNICEF with New Kids Collection
This September, H&M stores worldwide will launch a new collection, titled All for Children. 25% of the sales proceeds of each item will go towards supporting UNICEF projects, promoting children’s education and social protection in regions of Southern India and Bangladesh. The collection combines timeless and versatile pieces with both classic and contemporary designs. Visit…
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Boutique 1 Launches Outlet Store Online
Boutique1.com was voted “Best Online Retailer” at the 2011 Grazia Style Awards held earlier this summer in Dubai. The store offers a great selection of luxury clothing, and the site has recently launched The Outlet, providing customers with a variety of high-end pieces up to 90% off! Here are some of my favourite pieces on…
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