An Emirati designer has created a new brand to hit the United Arab Emirates, taking the traditional one-piece abaya – a common Muslim female dress in the Gulf – and breaking it in two.

Fashion Through The Years is a fascinating exhibition providing a unique opportunity to explore clothing trends ... A symbol of heritage, traditional Emirati garments were often hand-sewn and ...

"The young Emirati women might be wearing jeans, trousers and western tops while at studies or work, but they prefer to wear jalabias when they are with friends at get-togethers and at traditional ...

Photo: Supplied Amina Abdullah from Sharjah said:“it is important to preserve national identity concerning traditional national dress and other symbols.” The commitment to preserving Emirati ...

Tailoring and sewing shops in Ras Al Khaimah have been instructed to follow set standards in regards to stitching of the UAE's national dress and Emirati clothing. The implementation of these ...

Designing and sewing clothing in accordance with the traditional standards of the ... aimed at preserving the UAE's national identity and Emirati traditions and values, in accordance with the ...