Cut from pure silk, with translucent organza sleeves, a figure flattering silhouette adorned with Swarovski crystals, pearls and sequins.
Perfect for Afternoon Tea, A Mint Kalidaar by Farah Talib Aziz
A mint green organza shirt embroidered with a custom made Lucknowi ‘chikankari’ design, enhanced with a beautifully hand embellished neckline.
Plaid by Saira Shakira, Tradition with a Modern Twist
A couture gown emblematic of Saira and Shakira’s style, glamorous and modern using traditional techniques and motifs.
An Ethereal Printed Sari by Sania Maskatiya
An ethereal digitally printed organza ‘sari’ by one of the most celebrated designers in Pakistan, Sania Maskatiya a designer known for the highest quality pieces.
Starry Night by Mahnoor Munawar
An artisanal pure chiffon ‘sari’ by Lahore based designer Mahnoor Munawar, fully embroidered with sequins, crystals, stonework and Swarovski diamanté. Created in the perfect shade of red, its a traffic-stopping ensemble.
A Classic Ensemble, Farah Talib Aziz's Leelee Kalidaar
One of my favourite pieces by FTA, this organza dress features many exquisite elements including French Chantilly lace and an exquisite neckline.
Nomi Ansari: The King of Colour
Nomi Ansari is one of the most celebrated and inspiring contemporary designers in Pakistan. The King of Colour discusses the inspiration behind his astute craftsmanship and inventive play of colours.
Chaap by Sehrish Rehan, A Striking Embellished Kaftan
A signature kaftan with a twist! A striking gold and black piece by Karachi based designer Sehrish Rehan, embellished with sequins and heavy gold tassels.
A Riot of Colour, Garden of Eden by Nomi Ansari
An extraordinarily beautiful piece, Garden of Eden is a black canvas with a blooming floral work of art on the ‘lehnga’ and a bedazzled ‘choli’ with precious crystals and stones.
Scarlet Red, Anaari from Hussain Rehar's Winter Collection
A scarlet outfit made from ‘karandi’ fabric, Anaari is one of eight vibrant designs from Hussain Rehar’s latest unstitched winter offering.
Amethyste, a Couture Swarovski Gown by Saira Shakira
An exquisite custom made gown by Lahore based brand, Saira Shakira. Embellished with Swarovski crystals and pearls, it is a modern take on a traditional ‘pishwas’.
Naz by Hussain Rehar, a Myriad of Colours
A hand embroidered beaded ‘pishwas’ in a mixture of vibrant colours; ice blue, pinks, greens and mustard - finished with some elegant hummingbird motifs.
Farah Talib Aziz: Perfecting Traditional Pakistani Craftmanship
The fashion powerhouse run by mother-daughter duo Farah Talib Aziz and Maliha Aziz has modernised Pakistani craftmanship.
Evoking the Era of the Nawabs with Khazeena by Hussain Rehar
A stunning Mughal inspired outfit, Hussain Rehar has taken the art of embellished fabrics from the Nawab’s time and made it available to a modern audience.
Praire, Ivory layered with Pearls by Sana Safinaz
Pearls, beads, ‘resham’ and ‘naqshi’ with sequins create a breahtaking outfit by Sana Safinaz featuring many aspects of their signature house style.
Siyah-Zar Kalidaar, a Dark, Romantic Ensemble by Farah Talib Aziz
The Siyah-Zar Kalidaar paired with an heirloom piece, the ‘chunri chaadar’ which takes months to create by a team of FTA’s skilled artisans.
A Floral Organza Sari by Socially Conscious Vleien
A beautiful floral organza ‘sari’ with an embroidered ‘resham’ work blouse by Vleien, a brand that consciously focuses on hiring artisans from less privileged minority groups in Pakistan.
Acacia, Iridescent Blues & Pink Hues by Sana Safinaz
A signature piece by Sana Safinaz, I wear an embroidered long shirt layered with crystal, sequins and pearl embellishments, a perfectly modern twist on traditional Pakistani attire.
Laila, Persian Shikargah Motifs by Sana Safinaz
An exquisite ivory tulle shirt and peach ‘lehnga’ from Sana Safinaz’s 2020 Bridal Couture collection. A magical outfit featuring beautiful embroidery and handworked gold motifs, pearls and crystals.
Sana Safinaz: Pakistan’s Pioneering Luxury Brand
Founders of Pakistan’s pioneering luxury fashion brand, Sana Hashwani and Safinaz Muneer have had exponential success running one of Pakistan’s most profitable design houses.