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CairoScene
21-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
The Reconstructed Classics Edit
Sometimes, a good classic needs to be taken apart—just to be put back together better. What makes a piece a classic—and who says we can't mess with it? Long before oversized tailoring ruled runways and asymmetric hems became the norm, the classics were… well, classic. Structured. Predictable. Tailored within an inch of their lives. But fashion, much like art, gets bored—and the greats have always known how to mess things up in the best way. From the deconstructed jackets of the 1980s Japanese avant-garde to Margiela's scissors-happy reinterpretations in the '90s, classic garments have long been a playground for rebellion. The trench coat didn't stop at Burberry. The white shirt didn't end at crisp collars. The idea of 'classic' became a canvas—and the result? Creations that feel timeless and entirely new at once. This edit takes notes from that lineage. It's all about familiar shapes flipped with a twist: sharp shoulders softened by slouch, tailored trousers cropped and split, blazers with buttons that don't quite follow the rules. These are pieces that nod to tradition while quietly (or not so quietly) challenging it. Neith Studios | Look 4 in FW25 All about silhouette, this belted blazer nips and flares with just the right balance. Sleek, soft, and a little sci-fi, you can throw it on for a meeting, or just to feel more put together on an off day. Farah Seif | The Gradient Set This sculptural grey vest layered with subtle curves pairs with a clean-cut mini. It plays with shape in a way that feels futuristic, but totally wearable. Sekhmet | The Mahiss Mini Bag in Black Angular and compact, this bag adds punch without overcomplicating your look. It's the kind of shape that works with sharp tailoring or a plain white tee. It doesn't shout statement piece, but it gets the job done. Abadia | The Kaia Square Neck Dress & The Jeel Boxy Blazer The earth-toned pairing of a ruched dress and clean blazer makes this look feel soft and grounded. There's elegance in the contrast— flowing lines against strong shoulders. It moves between day and night without trying too hard. Norá Label | Aurora Top in White Like a corset and a tuxedo shirt had a love child. The Aurora top wraps and flares in all the right places, with pleats that feel polished but not too precious. It also works well for dressed-up dinners or gallery nights. Yasmin Mansour | The Mini Cyas in Cherry Red Bold and architectural, this mini bag is more so sculptural object than accessory. Cherry red adds the bite; the structure brings the balance. It's the perfect piece to disrupt a neutral look in the best way. Lamaé Studios | Burgundy High Cowl Dress & Feather Abaya This look is all drama in the details. A high cowl neckline and clean drape set the scene—but the feathered cuffs steal it. It's a classic for Middle Eastern cultures in its own right, but with a spin. Noura Sulaiman | The 8 PM Set in Black This is a minimal, structured jacket with barely-there contrast trims. It's the kind of piece that looks as good zipped up as it does thrown over your shoulder. Purple Wolf Clothing | Corduroy Waistcoat & Asymmetrical Pointed Skirt The set rethinks officewear with a twist; shoulder pads, sharp lapels, and a slashed asymmetrical skirt. The dusty plum hue gives it a softened edge, while the fabric adds a subtle texture. Tuba Ergin | Lisa Jumpsuit This sleek jumpsuit is designed like a two-piece, but moves like one. A structured shirt top flows into high-rise black trousers with a cinched waist and long sleeves. Subtle ribbing and sharp cuffs give it an extra touch of reconstructed edge. Ziyad Buainain | Look 5 in 'mourning, resilience, hope' A sweetheart neckline and ballooned hemline give this dress a kind of poetic volume. Playful but still refined, it's equal parts experimental and elegant. It's made for movement, and a little bit of mischief. Solennel by Saedi | Whisper Drape Shirt Soft pleats and asymmetrical gold buttons reshape this classic white shirt into something more sculptural. With a slanted neckline and gentle ruching, it feels considered without trying too hard. It pairs just as easily with denim as it does with tailoring. Double A | The Damian Leather Jacket in Burgundy This deep burgundy leather jacket drapes like a robe, but wears like a tailored piece. Its belted waist and soft structure make it easy to dress up or down. The rich tone is subtle, but never flat. Rigash | The Bold Checkered Tie This unisex faux leather tie adds a graphic layer to minimal looks. With its soft check texture and short, clean cut, it feels both fresh and familiar. Wear it with oversized shirting or a sharp-shouldered blazer. Dina Shaker | Hybrid Cocoon Sleeve Jacket in Olive Green This structured jacket plays with proportion—cinched waist, flared hem, and exaggerated sleeves. The denim front panel grounds the look, while the olive fabric softens it. It's sharp without being too serious. Maison Alaïa | Black Round Jeans in Wool Gabardine Tailored with a dramatic barrel leg and a cinched high waist, these trousers rework tradition with a sculptural twist. The silhouette does the talking. It's a power pant that doesn't need volume to be loud. Ohanna | ADA The corset-style top and relaxed trousers in a deep chocolate brown make this set feel both structured and easy. The rich texture gives it a lived-in attitude, but the silhouette keeps it sharp. Eqourla | The Cabin Hide Jacket & Rebel Leather Skirt With a square neckline and tactile finish, this jacket leans into earthy tones and sculptural form. It's the kind of piece that ages well in your wardrobe. The skirt version of the statement jacket brings the same rugged softness in a more compact silhouette. High-waisted with a subtle flare, it anchors your look without trying too hard.
Time of India
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
Three ancient gods meet in London, with a little help from Mumbai
Three ancient gods—rarely seen side by side—are now quietly holding court at the in London. from India, from Egypt, and from the Roman-Greek world stand together in a compelling new display. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now They received some help finding their voice from a team thousands of kilometres away in part of an ongoing global partnership between the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Vastu Sangrahalaya (CSMVS) and the British Museum, this London showcase builds on last year's landmark 'Ancient Sculptures: India, Egypt, Assyria, Greece, Rome' exhibition at CSMVS. This exhibition posed fresh questions about the divine, beauty, and nature. The London exhibit picks up where it left off and takes those conversations to a wider global result is a small but compelling display co-curated by Joyoti Roy, assistant director (projects and public relations), and Vaidehi Savnal, curator (education and public programmes) of CSMVS, alongside Thorsten Opper of the British Museum. "From amongst the objects loaned by the British Museum for the exhibition in Mumbai, Dionysos and Sekhmet were most apt," say Roy and Savnal. "They are shining examples of sculptural traditions in their respective regions. To this mix, we added a beautiful sculpture of Vishnu from the Pallava period, which exemplifies some of the principles of Indian iconography and sculptural tradition." Together, the trio of sculptures go beyond the usual textbook comparisons of how different ancient societies imagined their Savnal puts it, "We explored how different cultures represented the human form, used animal features symbolically, or dressed their gods."The cross-institutional project was not just a long-distance handover. "After a few virtual meetings, our team travelled to London to view the sculptures in person," Savnal recalls. "We worked closely with the British Museum team on every detail—layout of the gallery, object placement, wall colours, graphic design, fonts, and even the choice of languages."What is also special about the exhibit is that it's bilingual in English and Hindi. This method—what they refer to as global co-curation—invites curators from different parts of the world to ask new questions of familiar objects and to rethink how stories are told. "Unlike Egypt and Greece, India's sacred sculpture tradition is still alive. That creates a different kind of engagement for both believers and non-believers," says a way of seeing that values curiosity over chronology. Instead of leading with history or academic context, the team started with what a visitor might instinctively wonder. "Why do Greek gods wear slippers? Why do Indian gods have so many heads and hands?" they ask. Many of these questions came up naturally during conversations between Indian and international curators, who were often looking at unfamiliar material for the first sense of exchange shapes the heart of the display. "We felt it was our responsibility to do three things. First, help visitors identify and acknowledge these sculptures as gods. Second, help them understand how these images were revered in other cultures. And third, show what's similar or different when seen beside Indian divine images," says how does this kind of partnership rebalance how stories of the ancient world are told? "For the last ten years or so, under the museum's director general Sabyasachi Mukherjee's leadership, the museum has been working hard to bring world art to Mumbai," says Roy. "We've made it happen through long-term—and often quite complex—partnerships with leading museums around the world." That effort, she adds, has made sure Indian audiences, especially in Mumbai, aren't left out of the global art conversation. "Most of these objects may still be in Western museums, but CSMVS has gone all out to bring important exhibitions here," she says. "It's taken serious fundraising, involvement of specialists, and the entire museum staff to make it happen."Their aim, the curators say, has always been to let audiences experience original world art up close because seeing the real thing, they believe, is what truly "transforms their understanding of world history." After all, as they put it, "Digital images alone can never do justice."
CairoScene
07-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Monochrome Monday: The Plum Caspia Edition
Think of this shade as purple's cooler, more mysterious older sister. If purple was once the colour of kings, Plum Caspia is its contemporary heir—less pomp, more polish. Historically a symbol of power and luxury, purple gained its prestige from the rarity of its dye. Today, Plum Caspia reimagines that legacy through a moody, refined lens: rich, wearable, and quietly commanding. Sitting somewhere between violet and dusty mauve, the shade carries weight without overwhelming. It adapts seamlessly—equally at home in sculptural silhouettes, soft knits, or standout accessories. Whether layered for day or styled for evening, Plum Caspia invites elegance with a modern edge. This Monochrome Monday, we spotlight a curated selection of standout pieces that embrace this cooler, more enigmatic side of purple—from flowing kaftans and architectural bags to high-shine stilettos and fluid silks. Advisory Board Crystals | Artist as Eudaemonia Shirt Faded plum with an art-school edge, this boxy tee features hand-painted typography and an oversized fit for effortless cool. Zomer | Look 12 in FW'25 Liquid satin in a sultry plum. Structured sleeves meet a softly draped skirt—balancing precision with movement. Sekhmet | The Ubaste Shoulder Bag In Purple Architectural and compact, this sharp leather bag in deep plum feels like wearable sculpture. Nora Al Shaikh | Purple Embroidered Kaftan Minimalist yet ornate, this floor-length kaftan in dusty violet is defined by clean lines and delicate sleeve embroidery. Duha World | BB in Ultra Violet Glossy, angular stilettos that bring bold structure in saturated violet—equal parts drama and design. Oud Paris | Kurt Dress Off-the-shoulder silk in deep plum, voluminous and weightless. A gathered bodice grounds the fluidity. Wear Fold | Bowie in Plum A deep, muted plum abaya with discreet floral embroidery—timeless, with a subtle romantic twist. Numero Ventuno | Ruffled Mini Skirt Playful meets sculptural: this plum mini's gathered shape brings a soft intensity and a perfect tailored contrast. Sterling King | Allegro Ribbon Drop Earrings Sculptural spirals in metallic plum. Light-catching, fluid, and striking without trying too hard.
CairoScene
10-03-2025
- Entertainment
- CairoScene
Fashion Disruptors ‘The Risky Boys' Take ‘Fashion Month' Into the City
The first runway show at El Obour's fish market featured a lineup of Egyptian brands, including Sekhmet, Al Camileon, Horra, Cocobelle, and Eleven Eleven. Mar 10, 2025 Risky Boys, a collective of models, stylists, art directors, and designers, and their sister project Born in Cairo have introduced Cairo Fashion Month, a new runway series that takes fashion outside conventional venues - in typical Risky Boys fashion - and into the city's public spaces. This year's edition moves through El Obour's fish market (March 6th), El Matareya (March 15th), a football court (March 20th), and a circus (March 30th), with each location selected to reflect a different aspect of Cairo's cultural landscape. The first runway show at El Obour's fish market featured a lineup of Egyptian brands, including Sekhmet, Al Camileon, Horra, Cocobelle, and Eleven Eleven. They brought together designers, creatives, and over 40 influencers and media platforms, integrating fashion into spaces that shape everyday life in Cairo. With each show, Born in Cairo and Risky Boys aim to explore new ways of presenting fashion in the city, moving away from the standard fashion week format and placing designers and their collections within environments that reflect Cairo's energy.
CairoScene
25-02-2025
- CairoScene
Uncover Sohag's Colourful History Through These 7 Stunning Sites
Uncover Sohag's Colourful History Through These 7 Stunning Sites Steeped in Pharaonic traditions and Coptic heritage, Sohag played a pivotal role in the development of Egypt's cultural and religious identity with a handful of historical sites to show for it. The seldom-visited governorate hugs Upper Egypt's stretch of the Nile and is located about 470 kilometres from Cairo. From Pharaonic-inspired monasteries and medieval mosques to ancient necropolises and lavishly decorated temples, Sohag is a unique cultural and spiritual experience that encapsulates the diversity of Egyptian heritage. SOHAG NATIONAL MUSEUM Housing all of Sohag's fragmented bits and pieces of history, from the Middle Kingdom to Greco-Roman times, the Sohag National Museum is a true testament to the governorate's long and checkered history. Almost a thousand relics are scattered among the two-story monument. Flanked by five towering sculptures of the revered goddess Sekhmet, the 8,700 square metre museum is reminiscent of ancient Egyptian temples, blending in seamlessly with its pharaonic surroundings. ANCIENT CITY OF ATHRIBIS This massive treasure trove sits 7 kilometres outside of Sohag. The Athribis archaeological site stretches over more than 30 hectares and has undergone major excavations. It houses an impressive array of Ptolemaic and Roman monuments including a temple dedicated to the ancient lion-goddess Repit, a huge gateway of Ptolemy VIII Euergetes, as well as a larger temple complex and necropolis. AL-HAWAWISH NECROPOLIS One of the most significant archaeological sites in Sohag, this massive necropolis for the ancient city of Akhmim houses more than 900 rock-cut tombs that date back to the Old Kingdom and the First Intermediate Period. 60 of these tombs are relatively well-preserved with numerous inscriptions and funerary scenes giving us a glimpse into the daily lives of ancient Egyptians as they're dancing, hunting and farming - with a few even showing their final days before death. THE RED MONASTERY Tucked away in a remote village, the Red Monastery is one of the most noteworthy Christian monuments in the country. The monastery was dedicated to St. Bishoi in the fifth century. Its bare exterior stands in contrast to its lavishly decorated interior, stupefying in vivid technicolor following a basilica style featuring a fresco-bordered altar and an ornate, hand-carved inner doorway. The monastery houses some of the world's oldest Coptic artwork, and has recently been restored by USAID to its former glory. WHITE MONASTERY Built from white limestone taken from Pharaonic temples around AD 400, some of the White Monastery's walls still bear inscriptions featuring ancient gods and hieroglyphs. Even the design of the exterior walls are reminiscent of ancient temples. Located six kilometres outside of Sohag, this monastery once boasted Egypt's largest libraries and catered to a massive community of monks. Although its interior is mostly ruins, it's easy to make out the basilica plan of the monastery. Its towering fortress walls, however, are still standing after all these centuries. SIDI ARIF MOSQUE In the south of Sohag, you'll find one of Egypt's largest mosques. The Sidi Arif mosque was initially constructed in the 14th century but underwent several reconstructions, once in 1968 and once in 1998. The five-nave mosque flaunts red granite-lined walls, an ornamentally painted ceiling, a dizzying array of chandeliers, an elongated light dome and two slender minarets at either side of the structure. AKHMIM A satellite town along Sohag's east bank, Akhmin spans the ruins of the ancient town of Epu dedicated to the god of fertility Min. In 1982, excavations unveiled an 11 metre tall statue of Meret Amun, the daughter of Ramses II, wife of Amenhotep and priestess of the Temple of Min. This is the tallest statue of an ancient queen to have been unearthed in Egypt. Now standing among the ruins of a Roman settlement, Meret Amun is depicted wearing a ceremonial headdress with flail in hand. Akhmin is known for more than just its archaeological marvels. In ancient times, the town was renowned for its textiles. This tradition still endures until this day. In fact, right across the statue of Meret Amun, there's a small weaving factory still manufacturing hand-spun goods and handmade items.
