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Hindustan Times
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Hindustan Times
Designer Elie Saab dressed daughter in law in not 1 but 4 stunning gowns for big, fat Arab wedding in Lebanon: Pics
Elie Saab is one of the most famous names in the world of bridal couture. So, when his son, Celio Saab, married Zein Qutami in a dreamy wedding with a 10-tier cake and high-profile guests in Lebanon, it was no surprise that the renowned Lebanese designer created the most exquisite bridal ensembles for his new daughter-in-law. In fact, Zein wore not one, not two, but four stunning custom-made gowns designed by her father-in-law, Elie Saab. Also read | From puff sleeves to sustainable designs: Top 5 bridal fashion trends Celio Saab, the son of renowned Lebanese designer Elie Saab, married Zein Qutami, a Jordanian-Palestinian influencer, in a star-studded ceremony at Lebanon's historic Bkerki Church. (Instagram/ Zein Qutami) Several celebrities, including Nancy Ajram, Nadine Nassib Njeim, and Elissa, reportedly attended the wedding celebration. According to Harper's Bazaar Arabia's July 19 report, Zein and Celio married a day earlier – they exchanged vows against the backdrop of the Church of Bkerke. During Celio and Zein's star-studded wedding weekend, Elie Saab's designs showcased his signature style, blending elegance and sophistication while highlighting Zein's charm. Each look was meticulously crafted with attention to detail, featuring intricate embroidery, sequins, and beading. Everything Elie Saab's new daughter-in-law wore Zein Qutami, a Jordanian-Palestinian influencer, wore an aqua-coloured Elie Saab gown for her after-party following her wedding to Celio Saab. This was one of four custom-designed dresses she wore throughout her wedding festivities, which included an ivory wedding gown, a pre-wedding dress, and a gold ball gown. Here's a close look at the other 3 gowns worn by Elie Saab's new daughter-in-law: A floor-length, long-sleeved gown with intricate silver embroidery and embellishments, paired with a cathedral-length veil and matching headpiece for the religious ceremony. A champagne-toned gown with a deep V-neckline and vertical metallic embroidery, featuring a dramatic overskirt and long matching veil for the wedding celebration. A rose sand gown with a flowing cape for the pre-wedding welcome dinner, perfectly harmonising with the natural surroundings. The bride opens up about her wedding dresses Zein told Harper's Bazaar Arabia, 'The ceremony gown was designed to reflect the romance of the moment while also being mindful of the setting of a religious wedding, which naturally comes with a sense of formality, while the second was bolder, more radiant; both expressing his vision in their own way.' About her party dress, she added, 'This was the dress that felt most like 'me'; the kind of silhouette and style that I naturally gravitate towards. Since the reception allowed for more freedom compared to the ceremony, I was able to express myself more fully. It had the feel of an evening gown, but elevated and exaggerated in just the right way for a wedding, with the dramatic train adding that final touch.'
CairoScene
16-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Reema Dahbour SS25 Collection is a Mother's Love, a Woman's Fight
Reema Dahbour SS25 Collection is a Mother's Love, a Woman's Fight Reema Dahbour doesn't design with a single woman in mind. Her work speaks to a collective spirit — mothers, artists, daughters of the diaspora — each one carrying culture like a second skin. The Jordanian-Palestinian designer is known for embedding heritage into form, using embroidery not as ornament, but as memory. In her SS25 collection, created between moments of motherhood and mourning, that memory comes into sharper focus. Her SS25 collection - available exclusively at Galeries Lafayette Doha - carries that legacy pridefully. Crafted with layered intention and cultural strength, the pieces evince to the stories we carry, the traditions we cherish, and the future we envisage. The Muse While designing, Dahbour didn't envision one woman. 'There wasn't one woman, but a collective spirit—mothers, artists, freedom seekers, diaspora daughters. I kept imagining a woman who walks into a room carrying her culture so effortlessly, it doesn't need to be explained.' She describes the season as one shaped by emotional and political urgency. 'Watching our stories and identities be politicized or erased only pushed me to lean in harder,' Dahbour tells SceneStyled. Created between motherhood, mourning, and memory, the collection becomes a vessel for cultural resilience. Motherhood, in particular, deepened her instinct to protect and preserve the culture her daughter will inherit. The Mood The colour palette—muted yellow, pistachio, rose, blush, dusty pink—holds emotional weight. 'Colour became a quiet form of emotional release,' Dahbour says. 'It wasn't about escape, but about choosing softness and hope, even in dark times.' The collection carries the signature refinement of the brand, with a notable evolution in silhouette and sentiment. Olive branches—symbols of endurance—recur throughout, while traditional tatreez motifs are reimagined through shadow embroidery and fragmented stitches. 'The meaning is there even when the eye doesn't fully see it,' she explains. Some garments appear minimal at first glance but carry hidden details: embroidered panels, beaded linings, symbolic motifs stitched into hems and folds. This duality—between public and private—underscores the garments' deeply personal nature. Fabrics include silk, tulle, and brocade, layered with mixed techniques that integrate embroidery into the structure itself, embedding it beyond the surface. Key Pieces & Motifs The Dress of Return is an emotionally layered design embroidered with olive branches, birds, bells, and keys—symbols of memory, movement, and resistance. Inspired by a painting by Hieronymus Bosch, it weaves storytelling into form through subtle symbolism. Some pieces insist on softness. In one rose-pink set, a structured jacket is softened with open sleeves and tone-on-tone embroidery. In another, a full-length yellow gown features pleats across the bodice that fall into layered chiffon. On Craft & Intention 'This time, I wanted to strip the idea of 'occasionwear' down to its essence,' Dahbour says. 'What if the occasion is simply pride in who you are?' The SS25 silhouettes are more versatile than ever—moving beyond pure ceremonial dressing to reflect a more fluid, organic power. The intention remains couture-level, but the effect is lived-in and grounded. Dahbour continues to work closely with regional artisans, pushing the boundaries of embroidery placement and form. 'We failed, learned, and kept going,' she says. 'We're growing together.' How to Style It Andrea Wazen | Franca Glitz Mule 75 in Nude RZ by Rima Zahran | The Statement Ring in Rose Gold MKS Jewelry | Heart Deera Bracelet in Rose Gold Gissah | Ellora Eau de Parfum L'Afshar | Lila Pink Opal Noha Nabil | Lip Ink in Coral Sand The Verdict This is Reema Dahbour at her most assured—bringing together everything she does best: cultural depth, technical craft, emotional clarity. The silhouettes are grounded yet daring, the embroidery is intimate, and the palette carries light without shying from weight.
CairoScene
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Dana Salah Drops Poetic Tribute to Her Homeland With ‘Bent Bladak'
Dana Salah's new single 'Bent Bladak' is a bold reclamation of heritage and tenderness. Rooted in ancestral memory, the track channels Palestinian resistance through voice, ritual, and visual craft. Jul 02, 2025 Jordanian-Palestinian singer and songwriter Dana Salah returns with 'Bent Bladak', a sweeping new single and music video that blends resistance with ritual, ancestry with art. Translating to 'The Girl of Your Land,' the track draws inspiration from Tarweedeh, a traditional form of Palestinian vocal protest led by women, reimagined through Dana's own modern, melodic voice. The music video unfolds like a folkloric short film. One storyline follows a bride preparing for her henna night; another shows a woman leaving symbolic clues, like a pendant engraved with 'ل', to help her imprisoned lover escape. Gradually, the stories begin to mirror one another, weaving together the dual roles of the Palestinian woman: protector and nurturer, memory and movement. Visually, 'Bent Bladak' is styled with archival depth. Dana wears hand, embroidered garments crafted by Palestinian refugee women and heritage artisans. Her henna skirt, jewelry, and accessories are more than fashion, they are heirlooms in motion. Styled by Jad Toghuj, each piece carries echoes of exile, beauty, and resistance. 'Bent Bladak' is Dana Salah's offering to the women who shaped her and the ones yet to come, a love letter to the quiet power that keeps memory alive.
San Francisco Chronicle
02-06-2025
- Entertainment
- San Francisco Chronicle
The Bay Area loses a spot for rare Middle Eastern dishes, and more restaurant closures
The following is a list of notable Bay Area restaurants that closed in May 2025. Click here for a list of April closings. Jordanian-Palestinian restaurant Teta Nahla closed during the first week of May. Chef-owner Mohammad Abutaha, who also owns Middle Eastern restaurant Shawarmaji, told the Chronicle that operating three restaurants simultaneously stretched his staff too thin. Abutaha opened the restaurant to make the most of a lease he still had for his original Shawarmaji location in Uptown Oakland. But he said he hopes to reopen the restaurant in the future, as Oakland diners showed plenty of support for Teta Nahla. Marina District bar Lilah closed after a six-month run to make room for a new project from its owners. The cocktail spot focused on whimsical, low-ABV beverages like souffle espresso martinis and shaved ice cocktails. Taking over the space will be Super Mensch, a cocktail bar taking cues from East Coast Jewish delis, Eater SF reported. Outer Sunset vegan restaurant Beach'n announced it would close on May 14. The restaurant confirmed to Eater SF that owner James Kelliher is retiring. Sibling restaurant Judahlicious, which was transferred to a new owner, will remain open. Oakland pho restaurant Pho Vy is now closed. The restaurant announced on Instagram that May 18 would be its final day; owners told KQED they decided to close for family reasons, as well as problems on International Boulevard. Beefy bowls of noodle soup were the main draw, along with fresh rice rolls and crispy chicken wings. The kitchen also capitalized on the quesabirria craze that took over the Bay Area, with tacos filled with red aromatic bo kho beef. UC Berkeley's football gameday hub the Bear's Lair has closed, East Bay Nosh reported. The 50-year-old pub gathered fans of the Golden Bears for pints and food a few blocks away from the main campus. Black Magic Voodoo Lounge, a Louisiana-themed dive bar, closed for good at the end of May. The bar opened in 1962 becoming a hangout for neighbors and transplants gathered for New Orleans Saints football games. The bar announced the closing on Instagram with a video stating 'all good things must come to an end.' Downtown Oakland coffee shop Brewja, which specializes in Latino-style coffee drinks, quietly closed its downtown Oakland location. A message on the business' website said that operating in the Uptown mixed-use development has been challenging due to construction and low foot traffic. A San Leandro location is still active. Osito, a San Francisco Michelin-starred restaurant cooking exclusively over a live fire, has closed. Chef Seth Stowaway told the Chronicle that the restaurant could not thrive in the current economic climate. Osito served its final dishes inside the Mission District space May 11. The Well, the continuation of Oakland Mediterranean restaurant Shakewell, has closed, East Bay Nosh reported. Owner Soroush Ghaderi told the outlet he had been working 17-hour days and losing money since he took over the restaurant in 2023. Shakewell first closed last summer, until returning under its new name this January. Novato's award-winning beer maker Moylan's Brewery poured its final pint on May 4. Brewer-owner Brendan Moylan told SFGATE it was closing as the beer industry has faced oversaturation and changes. The tasting room poured lagers, ales and stouts while serving pub fare like burgers and wings. The brewery operated for 30 years and racked up hundreds of awards at U.S. and international beer festivals. (SFGATE and the Chronicle are both owned by Hearst, but operate separate newsrooms). Lord Stanley, the elegant San Francisco bistro which held a Michelin star for several years, has served its final tasting menu. Owners Rupert and Carrie Blease opted not to renew their 10-year lease on the corner of Polk and Broadway in Russian Hill. The end of the lease also coincided with longtime chef Nathan Matkowsky's departure. The restaurateur couple thanked patrons for their support over the restaurant's 10-year run and plan to reopen a new restaurant in the future. Berkeley's Crixa Cakes has closed after 27 years of baking European-style cakes. The business' owners, Zoltan Der and Elizabeth Kloian, announced on their website that they no longer wish to lease from their landlord. They hope to reopen soon at a new location, but will be working on a cookbook in the immediate future. Pomella, a Middle Eastern restaurant in Oakland, closed on May 26. Owner Mica Talmor told the Chronicle costs such as insurance and ingredients had surged while business declined, spelling the end for the restaurant. The restaurant offered a selection of salads, hummus plates and falafel. The Tipsy Pig, a drinking destination in San Francisco's Marina District, closed for good on May 26. Co-owner Nate Valentine told the Chronicle he plans to bring a new project into the space at 2231 Chestnut St. The Tipsy Pig operated for 16 years, serving cocktails and bites like macaroni and cheese topped with bacon. Two Starbucks locations, one in Levi's Plaza and the other at the UCSF Parnassus Heights campus, have closed. The company issued the same statement explaining the need to ensure a 'healthy store portfolio' when addressing both closings.
Jordan News
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Jordan News
Prime Minister, Palestinian Vice President Discuss Strengthening Ties, Gaza Developments - Jordan News
Prime Minister, Palestinian Vice President Discuss Strengthening Ties, Gaza Developments Prime Minister Jafar Hassan on Sunday received Vice President of the State of Palestine and Secretary General of the Executive Committee of the Palestine Liberation Organization (PLO) / Vice President of Palestine, Hussein Sheikh, at the Prime Ministry. اضافة اعلان Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign and Expatriates Affairs Ayman Safadi attended the meeting, during which both sides reaffirmed the strength of Jordanian-Palestinian relations and the mutual commitment to further enhancing cooperation across all fields. The Prime Minister underscored that Jordan, under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II, remains fully committed to supporting the legitimate rights of the Palestinian people chief among them the establishment of an independent Palestinian state along the June 4, 1967, lines, with East Jerusalem as its capital, in accordance with international legitimacy resolutions and the Arab Peace Initiative. He stressed the ongoing political and diplomatic efforts led by His Majesty to end the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip, ensure the immediate and sustained delivery of humanitarian aid, and stop all illegal Israeli measures in the occupied West Bank. The Prime Minister had reiterated that supporting the steadfastness of Palestinians on their land and resisting displacement efforts remains at the forefront of Jordan's priorities. For his part, Sheikh commended Jordan's firm and principled stance, under the leadership of His Majesty King Abdullah II, in supporting the Palestinian cause and the rights of the Palestinian people. He expressed appreciation for Jordan's ongoing efforts to halt the Israeli war on the Gaza Strip and its pioneering role in delivering aid to those affected. He emphasized the urgent need to intensify international efforts to ensure the entry of life-saving humanitarian assistance into the besieged Strip, given the catastrophic humanitarian conditions. //Petra// AJ
