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Get ready to update your fashion mood board, darlings! The air in Paris was electric this week as the Institut du Monde Arabe hosted the very first Arab Fashion Award. This wasn't just any ceremony; it was a historic celebration of the dazzling talent bubbling up from the Arab world. Let’s meet the visionary designers who just scored these coveted trophies!

And the Winners Are...

The Arab Fashion Award was all about spotlighting genius across the board. From emerging stars to innovative creators, these are the names you need to know.

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Emerging Talent: Ahmed Hassan (KML) – Saudi Arabia

This architect-turned-designer is the mastermind behind KML. He’s blending Riyadh’s rich traditions with a seriously chic Parisian flair. Think timeless silhouettes with a global passport. Watch this space!

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Innovative Talent: Abdel Djalel Chib – Algeria

Based in Paris, Abdel is the definition of a forward-thinker. His workshop is a literal textile lab where sustainability and technical excellence collide. His limited-edition accessories are pure, wearable art.

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Accessories Talent (Joint Winners!)

That’s right, the award was so amazing they gave it to two incredible talents!

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Lina Kouhaili – Morocco/France: She creates "wearable objects" that are as artistic as they are useful. Her sculptural accessories are a beautiful love letter to her bicultural identity.‍

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Oubadah Nouktah – Syria: A true craftsman redefining leather goods! He mixes graphic art and storytelling, exploring wild new materials and patented mechanisms. So cool!

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Special Prizes for Standout Stars

The judges were so impressed they handed out two extra special awards!

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Jury’s Special Prize: Mouthana Alhaj Ali – Syria

Fashion with a powerful soul. Mouthana uses his designs as a vessel of memory and resilience, honoring women who have endured war. His work is breathtakingly poetic and powerful.

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Creative Entrepreneurship Prize: Sophia Kacimi (Zoubida) – Morocco

After 15 years in luxury, Sophia founded Zoubida, a collective that’s a pure love letter to Moroccan heritage. She collaborates with local artisans to create timeless, unisex "art-to-wear" that bursts with joy and cultural identity.

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The future of fashion is here, and it’s incredibly diverse, innovative, and utterly breathtaking. Remember these names: they are the new icons of style.

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