How Saudi Women Celebrated KSA National Day
Bazaar Arabia presents a host of Saudi tastemakers who have honoured the national weekend in style
September 23 marks the 91st unification of Saudi Arabia, a grand celebration where the nation unites to honour its culture, history and landmarks. The Kingdom is honouring Saudi National Day with a flurry of exciting events and initiatives, with notable celebrities, television stars and leading tastemakers joining together to celebrate this special National Day.
Elham Ali
Saudi actress and new host of the hit Netflix TV show Love Is Blind Habibi, Elham Ali shared a tribute video over the weekend in honour of Saudi National Day. The TV personality was captured riding a white horse through the desert, dressed in traditional Saudi attire. The short clip unveils the festivities rolling out across the Kingdom – joyful music, a marching band, and vibrant green light shows are a tribute to the Nation’s traditional colour.
The actress shares “Happy New Year and may the homeland be fine. Happy New Year and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.”
Bayan Linjawi
Entrepreneur Bayan Linjawi is also a social media influencer and activist for female empowerment in the Saudi community, advocating for better representation in the technology sector. At 25 years old, Bayan has already garnered a large following, growing her community through her honest, up front content.
The influencer shared a precious moment with her son for Saudi National Day, with a dedicated space featuring key elements of the Kingdoms culture, such as a cut out camel and palm tree, a toy sword and green and white balloons that felt Insta-perfect.
Ebaa Sabbagh
The wellness expert, fitness enthusiast and Lululemon ambassador Ebaa made the most of Saudi National weekend by celebrating with the Royal Commission for Riyadh City ambassadors. The event involved various speakers and videos celebrating the Kingdom’s history, alongside traditional activities and customs.
Lojain Omran
Saudi TV presenter, businesswoman and cast member of the Netflix reality TV show Dubai Bling, Lojain Omran celebrated her Saudi roots with a post dedicated to the precious day. Dressed in green traditional dress, Lojain holds a gold sword – a symbol of the Al Saud family’s establishment of the Kingdom, representing justice and the security of the country.
“I raise in it the greatest verses of congratulations and blessings for the position of my master, the Servant of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdul Aziz, and his guardian, Prince Muhammad bin Salman, may God protect them, take care of them and the loyal people of Saudi Arabia,” she shared.
Alanoud Badr
Stylist and fashion designer Alanoud Badr, the talent behind Lady Fozaza, has of course, stepped into Saudi National Day in style. The Saudi-Lebanese designer shared a recent Instagram post sporting a black over-sized blazer and leopard print trousers paired with vibrant green accessories, in honour of the special day. The purse details a gold palm tree and the green cap reads ‘Kingdom, Saudi Arabia.’
The post is captioned “Happy National Day! Proud to be part of this great country, where heritage meets ambition. Happy new year to my country!”
Rawan Alamro
TV presenter, fashion and beauty influencer Rawan is admired for her exceptional cosmetic skills. Doing what she does best, this beauty icon shared a full glam Saudi National Day make-up look with her followers. The colour palette was perfectly on theme, featuring a glamourous green eye look, whilst holding the national flag.
Khairiah Abu Laban
The Saudi actress and presenter shared an array of social media shots for Saudi National Day, as she posed in Diriyah. The location epitomises the rich, traditional architecture of the kingdom of Saudi Arabia – an important landmark as the ancestral home to the Al Saud family.
Khairiah is photographed in a chic, white abaya with emerald, green court shoes and a pair of matching oversized sunglasses – referencing the colour of Saudi’s national flag.
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