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Aiisha and Evian – Live Young and Give Back..

Friday, April 30th, 2010

Like I mentioned before, Evian initiated a Live Younger campaign in Dubai following their most watched Ad video (Over 22 million viewers till this post date)  on You Tube (Evian Roller Babies)

Evian asked Dubai’s top designers to recreate the Evian Live Younger T-Shirt, and it was showcased at the Dubai Fashion Week that recently took place and auctioned the T-Shirts for the benefit of Dubai Cares, whose project for 2010 is to secure clean drinking water for children in schools globally.

Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to make it to the show where my T-shirt was the show’s opener but I heard that mine was the favorite of many as it incorporated the Aiisha’s favorite elements, sexy romance, ruffles and powder tones. Other designers did some really cool job as well.

Evian Live Young

Evian Live Young Campaign

Auction was held at the trendy Carbon 12 Gallery in Al-Quoz

Aiisha's Evian Live Young T-Shirt on DFW 2010 Catwalk

Aiisha Evian T-Shirt @ the auction

My start with Valerie Campbell

Thursday, April 15th, 2010

In 2006, Valerie Campbell was the first lady residing outside the UAE to ever wear one of our dresses. The dress was auctioned for the benefit of a breast cancer hostpital in Cologne, Germany, via Christies.

Valerie Campbell, best known for her elegance and motherhood of Naomi Campbell, is like her daughter and son Pierre, a model, a balle dancer and a designer who worked in Italy for a while. She herself is a survivale of breast cancer and it amazes me how beautiful and strong she remains.

When Ms. Valerie wore the dress, she said and I quote “I will never forget the name Aiisha”. Her son Pierre assured her that “this is the most beautiful color she’d ever worn”.

Valerie Campbell & Suhaila Sinn wearing Aiisha Ramadan

To be able to give back to the society and to raise awareness is one of the most challenging things one could ever do as cliche as this may sound. I post this because this year is a lot about giving back. Its about time..

Viva Beauty Awards

Tuesday, April 13th, 2010

The other day I was at the Viva Beauty Awards and even though non of the awards directly relates to me, but I felt the heart beats of the competitors so loud that they could explode from excitement or disappointment. Luckily for my team P&G, they ended up with the below awards:

  • Best Straightener 2010: Braun Satin Hair
  • Best Electric Hair Remover 2010: Braun Silk-Épil
  • Best Daytime Fragrance 2010: Gucci Flora
  • Ultimate Beauty Product 2010: Olay Regenerist

The last award, as per the host, was voted for by thousands of readers. It is the award of the year.. and my favorite part was seeing Monica Shina walking back and forth to collect her awards wearing an Aiisha dress from the Love Affair collection. Strangers and friends kept approaching her telling her how great she looked. That I think, is the best part of my job.

Monica Shina from P&G wearing Aiisha Ramadan

WIN with Aiisha Ramadan and Camay!!

Wednesday, March 3rd, 2010

What I haven’t told you until now is that Camay and I worked on a beautiful project together, very recently. I was asked to design 5 dresses reflecting the personality of Camay’s five new fragrances; Dejour, Crème Delice, Passion, Parfum and Pink. Each of these scents addresses a certain mood that each of us, women, go through sometimes during the same day!

Dejour

Dejour

Dejour is what reminds me of a fresh breath of air.. a practical morning scent. With that, came an off white satin silk jumper with a cowl neck on the back and a beaded bow on a skin color tulle.

Crème Delice

Crème Delice

Crème Delice is my very favorite! Its smells like vanilla and berries.. its about indulging yourself. For that, I created a lavender chiffon silk dress draped like a Roman goddess CRYSTALLIZED™ – by Swarovski Elements.

Passion

Passion

Passion is sensual and mysterious. I had to select a plum purple dress with a diamond resemblance on the neckline.

Parfum

Parfum

Parfum almost always reminds me of some Princess living in a palace with all of her antique and expensive surrounds. Its vintage! The dress, already won in another competition, was about a fully beaded and CRYSTALLIZED™ –  by Swarovski Elements white/ pink bolero with a gathered tulle skirt. It was a modern look for a vintage spirit.

Pink

Pink

Pink says it all. Young, trendy, fun loving gal! Out of that, came my favorite just above the knee dress made of light salmon/ baby pink dress with CRYSTALLIZED™ –  by Swarovski Elements Ruffles and a bow on the neckline. Just like the rest of the dresses, it was made with great care but is indeed the closest to my heart.

Hellwafashion is running a competition this month that gives you the chance to win this dress – it’s a UK 10.

All you have to do is to visit: http://www.hellwafashion.com/ send photos of yourself in either “your favorite fun piece” or “wearing something pink” to reflect the Pink’s spirit, and tell them why you love your outfit.

For Terms & Conditions, please visit: http://bit.ly/YKTGr

Keep an eye on my blog for another competition coming soon, that will give you the chance to win one of my lovely dresses.

Hint: De-construct the dress by wearing a waisted jacket and boots. You may also add to it a belt. Be creative!

De-constructed Pink

De-constructed Pink

Ahlan! Hot 100 – 2010

Friday, February 26th, 2010
Ahlan! Hot 100: Style Icons

Ahlan! Hot 100: Style Icons

The most talked about annual evening in the UAE, is certainly one that I always like to come back to. For the 3rd year, I fall within the Style Icons amongst other incredible people who are an inspiration for others.  For me, the entire day is dedicated for this event. I wake up around noon, have a light breakfast, answer few emails, try on the dress I’ve selected one more time (for assurance) – pick the appropriate shoes and accessories to go with it, and then head out of home. Straight to the Hair, manicure and pedicure. Since I chose the one-shoulder white feather dress from my Love Affair collection, I wanted to go bold with the shoes and nail polish color. So I went for my favorite bright color: Neon Fuchsia.

Arriving at the Ahlan! Hot 100 red carpet I was greeted with the beautiful hostesses wearing my knee length one shoulder dresses created especially for the HP Mini Laptops all in white satin silk, with an HP beaded logo using CRYSTALLIZED™ -  Swarovski Elements on the bow.

Photos and interviews all the way till you reach the heart of the event, which took place at The Address Montgomerie Dubai. The best part of the event was meeting up with some fabulous people, some of whom I haven’t seen in years!

On a side note, for the 2nd time, I was selected as one of the Best Dressed for the evening. Not bad for a fashion designer!

Best Dress

Selected as one of the Best Dressed

Thank you Ahlan! for the selection and the fabulous event, you really know how to throw a party.

The Ahlan! Hot 100 Supplement is Free with Ahlan! Magazine and Masala this week, pick up your copy today, plus you can read more about the event on AhlanLive.com and http://www.ahlanlive.com/hot-100-people-style-icons

Updates (Beirut, Dubai)

Wednesday, May 6th, 2009

Gemayzé

Gemayzé

I did take a long time to update my blog, during which, I visited Lebanon.

Apart from the great Spring weather and incredible food we had during the visit, Aiisha Fashion line is selling in Beirut now.

The prestigious Le Balcon des Créateurs, located in Gemayzé Street and at ABC Achrafieh (Lebanese Corner) is carrying a selective line by Aiisha. This is a big step for my label in reaching a more diverse, sophisticated crowd.

ABC Website

ABC Website

If you’re in Beirut, residing or visiting, give Le Balcon des Créateurs a visit, not only to see my collection, but to enjoy this unique shopping experience.

Le Balcon des Créateurs

Le Balcon des Créateurs

 

And talking about experiences, Studio 8 had its opening on the 3rd of May in Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai.

Studio8, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai

Studio8, Jumeirah Beach Road, Dubai

Aiisha designs are now proudly part of Studio 8 Boutique.

May 2009 – Dubai, UAE: Studio 8 is now open in Dubai. Bringing together some of the most respected names in design from Asia and the Middle East. Studio 8 is an emporium of style and sophistication. Manish Malhotra from India, Priya Kataaria Puri from Kuwait, Hatem Alakeel from Saudi Arabia, HSY from Pakistan, as well as Dubai-based Lebanese designers Souhad Acouri and Aiisha Ramadan are all showcasing their latest collections at the glamourous store on Jumeirah Beach Road.

Studio8

Aiisha @ Studio8

Next time you’re driving down Jumeirah Road, stop and visit Studio8 Boutique, just opposite Mercato entrance.

Dubai Fashion Week Part 2

Sunday, April 12th, 2009

 

DFW Studio 8 Invitation

DFW Studio 8 Invitation

Press Release – Dubai Fashion Week – April 2009

 Aiisha showcased her new collection in the Studio 8 fashion show at this year’s Dubai Fashion Week.  In an exhilarating and vibrant display of creative brilliance, Aiisha pushed the boundaries and scaled new heights of fashion individualism. Evoking the spirit of Dubai and her fresh, pristine mood, Aiisha combined striking colours, flowing designs and an effervescent energy to create a big splash for her Resort  Autumn/Winter 09-10 collection.

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Fuchsia mini dress with an opened back. This opening dress was a show stopper!

The Aiisha collection is evolving and becoming more defined which in turn reflects her personality and creativity as a designer.  Aiisha is extremely excited about this new phase of her design career and feels passionately that it will strike a chord with fashion lovers and resonate deeply within people that are looking for unique, fresh concepts and styles

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One of my favorites, Fuchsia Kaftan with a killer beaded back

“The best part of creativity is experimenting and for me, going from Earthy tones to striking ones was an unprecedented move” says Aiisha. Keeping in spirit, the collection will also be more haute couture.

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Lemon Yellow Kaftan

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Lemon Yellow Kaftan (Back)

The new Aiisha collection will headline many various events, combine with special occasions and showcase exclusively at new and trendy fashion outlets.

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Poison green layered short dress

Straight after the Studio 8 show at Dubai Fashion Week, Aiisha’s collection will be available at the International Multi brand store Studio 8 which is owned by Sara Belhasa.

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Yellow Flower Dress

 

Stockists also include:

March 2009 – Chocolate & Pickles – Wafi (already available)

April 2009 – Le Balcon des Creatures – Beirut (Lebanon)

May 2009 – Soiree, Al Wasl Road

May 2009 – Aura B – online

AHLAN! HOT 100

Saturday, March 28th, 2009
Ahlan! Hot 100 (Page 86)

Ahlan! Hot 100 Scan (Page 86)

I was thrilled and privilaged to be selected for the 2nd year running, as an Ahlan! Hot 100 in the UAE. My category is Style Icons.

The event honoring the Hot 100 was held at the Westin Dubai Minah Seyahi, and the flower dress I wore to the event made by Aiisha, was also selected as one of the organizers favorite. 

 

Flower Dress by Aiisha, Digital Clutch by HP

Flower Dress by Aiisha, Digital Clutch by HP, Photo: Layalina

 

More information on Ahlan! Top 100 microsite

 

Website Partial Screenshot

Ahlan! Live Website Partial Screenshot

Photoshoot at Park Hyatt Dubai

Welcome to my blog

Friday, March 27th, 2009
I love the idea of sitting at the sewing machine, draping on the mannequin and being creative with whatever pieces of fabric or left overs I’ve got laying around.
I also love to share ideas with people from different cultures, likes and dislikes. For that, this blog exists.
This blog is about my work, the world, colors, style, thoughts, beauty and anything that may come up on my mind.
What I will be sharing are my personal experiences and views.
For the longest time I’ve had my static presence on the web, it is time to interact.
Aiisha Ramadan

Aiisha Ramadan on the cover of Arabian Woman

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