Local designers you need to follow this month
A curated list of who to #follow this month
@allthingsmochi
Palestine-born, Dubai-based Ayah Tabari is the founder of Mochi, a brand known for its femininity and vibrancy with a Frida Kahlospin. The inspired designs highlight a different country each season, made in tandom with local artisans. Her dresses are perfect for summer – just pop one on and you'll feel like a ray of sunshine yourself.
@claudettethebrand
Layan Al-Dabbous is the Kuwaiti designer behind buzzworthy brand Claudette. With fans including Kylie Jenner, the label shines a light on mental health issues around the world by forming a community beyond the clothing. Fashion for a cause? Now there's something we can all be on board with.
@lateliernawbar
L'atelier Nawbar is a fine jewellery brand born in Beirut and rooted in tradition. The brand mixes timeless classics with a modern twist. Designers Tania and Dima carefully curate their ideas and ensure quality is their number one priority. Follow @styleheroine's lead and give your next 'gram pic a little something extra.
@bedouinstudios
Curating your Ramadan wardrobe? Look no further than BEDOUIN. Marvellously modest, the brand's pieces are at once elegant and eyecatching, designed with the stylish globetrotter in mind. Plus, the brand's Insta-feed is filled with dreamy travel shots that we guarantee you'll be screenshotting on the reg.
@deathbydollsofficial
Sara Al-Saud is the creative genius behind Death By Dolls and we literally cannot get enough. And neither can celebrities. Cool girls Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner have both been spotted wearing the brand in recent months, giving it the ultimate stylish seal of approval. Add your unique piece to cart now.
@madiyahalsharqi
Madiyah Al Sharqi made international headlines last month when Khloe Kardashian sported one of her sparkling jumpsuit designs. The designer's new disco-centric collection is made for cool girls who value modesty and making an entrance no-one will soon forget. Time to shine, ladies.
@bilarabi
Chances are you've heard about Dubaibased brand Bil Arabi by Nadine Kanso. The brand incorporates Arabic calligraphy into jewellery design and we can’t get enough of the stackable bracelets and chunky rings. If you have a bohemian spirit, then these pieces (and the brand's 'gram) are for you.
@lilianafshar
Lilian Afshar, the Dubai-based based handbag designer, is hot right now. Her bags are being worn by celebrity fashion queens including Bella Hadid and Beyoncé and are available to buy on e-commerce giant Net-A-Porter. Bring on an Iftar or two because Holy Month style is quite literally in the bag with L'Afshar.
@roberiandfraud
Ali Mehrdad Soudbakhsh and Stefan Foster are the brains behind this explosive sunglasses brand that's already been worn by international stars Lady Gaga, Rihanna and Angelina Jolie, as well as local influencers including Leena Ghouti and Oumayma Elboumeshouli. Throw shade(s) in style this summer.
@bouguessa
Faiza Bouguessa is the name behind minimalist modest brand Bouguessa. Born in Algeria and raised in France, the brand has a distinctly Parisian feel – think tailored trousers and sleek dresses that never go out of style. If classic pieces are your sartorial weakness, your credit card is in for a massive workout.
@Lamajouni
Another cool girl we can't get enough of is Lama Jouni. The Dubai-based designer has an eye for all things trending on the fashion circuit and her designs have been worn by the likes of Rihanna and former Emirates Woman cover star Jasmine Sanders. Oversized blazers and cool white tees are her signatures – we're sold.
@sarahsbag
With an Instagram feed that is bursting with bright hues and even brighter bags, Lebanon-based handbag brand Sarah's Bag is on a mission to improve your arm candy. Loved by Beyoncé, the brand (started by Sarah Beydoun) works to empower the women who make and wear the pieces. Sign us up.