SELECTS: From Day to Dusk, Model Amy Shaban Keeps It Easy Breezy
Amenah Shaban is the kind of person who makes fashion look effortless— because for her, it is. The 25-year-old Jordanian model and stylist, better known as Amy Shaban, has been living and breathing fashion since her childhood runway shows (read: in the living room, for her family), and she's since turned that early flair into a full-blown career.
After finishing university in Barcelona, Shaban returned to Amman and gave the 9-to-5 life a shot— but it didn't take long for her to realize it wasn't her thing. The structure felt limiting, and her creative instincts were pulling her elsewhere. 'If I had to describe my style, I'd say it's bold, versatile, and never boxed into one category,' she shares— and the same goes for her career path. From campaigns with Mango, Karen Millen, and Obagi to even launching her own agency, she's done the rounds— in front of the camera and behind the scenes.
'I've always loved how fashion can shape the way you feel,' she says. Shaban's style is more so about instinct rather than rules. 'My style shifts depending on my mood. Some days I want to be loud, other days I want to be minimal, but I always want to feel put together.'
Whether she's pulling a look together as a stylist or posing in front of the camera, Shaaban's fashion instincts are crystal clear—and her favourite labels reflect just that. 'Some of my favorite brands are Bottega Veneta, Jacquemus, COS, The Row, PatBO, Oceanus, Annie's Ibiza—and emerging designers who really focus on detail and quality,' she says. 'I love brands that balance simplicity with something unique, whether it's the cut, the fabric, or the way a piece fits.'
She's styled for names across the region (and worn just as many), but our Selects for this week? All about ease, polish, and a little play— exactly what you'd expect from someone who's built her career on trusting her gut and knowing when a look just clicks.
Look One | Sunsets, Sparkle & Summer Nights
Gold fringe, sun-kissed skin, and a Bottega bag that deserves its own boarding pass— this look is made for balmy vacation nights and flirty summer strolls. "What I love about styling is how a small change like the right accessory or the way something fits can transform an entire look,' she reveals.
PatBo | Metallic Fringe Bralette
Massimo Dutti | Limited Edition Asymmetric Linen Cape
Hermès | Oran Sandal
Bottega Veneta | Bang Bang Sapele Bag
Missoma | Lucy Williams Chunky Entwine Ring
Missoma | Hera Oversized Dome Ridge Stud Earrings
Romy London | 'KNOTing else' Knot Ring in Yellow Gold
Alighieri | The Infernal Storm Ring
Alighieri | The Bones of Rebirth Cuff
Dior | Oud Ispahan
Look Two | Finally, Sun's Out
"I'm not scared to mix it up,' Shaban says. 'One day I'm in colour, the next it's all black. That's the fun part of fashion for me."
Bondi Born | Linen Top
Oséree | Lumière Plumage Pants
Gucci | Multicolour GG Canvas Princetown Horsebit Tian Print Mules
Jacquemus | La Pochette Rond Carré Leather Clutch
Lexxola | Lexxola Jordy Sunglasses
Look Three | Dinner Party for Two
"I love pieces that feel effortless but still make a statement, that's when you know it's good styling,' she shares with SceneStyled.
Saint Laurent | Monogram Leather Wallet on Chain
Miu Miu | 55mm Buckle-Embellished Pumps
PrettyLittleThing | Black Blazer Dress & Lace Pants
Paola Vilas | Louise Choker
Paola Vilas | Lynch Earrings
Maison Francis Kurkdjian | Baccarat Rouge 540
Look Four | On the Run
"At the end of the day, it's not about following trends, it's about what feels right on you and how you carry it."
Ralph Lauren | Iconic Classic Fit Oxford Shirt
Revolve | ISA Belt
7 For All Mankind | B(air) Original Bootcut
Chanel | Wellington Rain Boots in Olive Green
Goyard | 2019 Belvedere PM shoulder bag
Gisou | Honey Lip Oil in Honey Gold
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