Farhana Bodi And Chanel Ayan Take To The Catwalk at Atelier Zuhra
The reality television stars made quite the splash at London Fashion Week
Omani label Atelier Zuhra, often seen donned by celebrities on the red carpet, showcased its A/W 2024 collection in London this week, and a number of regional talents presented the pieces.
Netflix’s Dubai Bling star Farhana Bodi walked the runway. She graced the catwalk in a metallic pink figure-hugging gown with a satin hood.
“Your showstopper Bling Girl at the London Fashion Week,” she wrote in the caption, sharing her look from the show with her followers.
Chanel Ayan, another familiar face from reality television shot in the region, was also part of the catwalk. She was dressed in a black sequined gown featuring a halter neckline. Completing her ensemble was a pink satin abaya-like robe. She also walked in a white bejewelled piece.
Dubai-based designer Rayan Al-Sulaimani’s Atelier Zuhra is known to create extravagant gowns with hand-sewn embroidery, and acrylics for the brand. Their latest collection was showcased at Hotel Café Royal in London with shimmering evening dresses, voluminous capes, satin hoods, and feathered ensembles on focus.
Shades of cool pink, black, red, and white were sprinkled throughout the pieces, which were made out of organza, tulle, satin, and chiffon. As with most of Atelier Zuhra’s collections, the clothing incorporated elaborate beadwork and crystals.
The label was founded in 2015 in Dubai by Mouza Al Awfi, with an aim to cater to women in the Middle East. Her daughter Rayan took over the business a few years later and has come out with multiple collections ever since. The brand has gone truly global and its pieces have been spotted on celebrities such as Nicki Minaj, Alicia Keys, Christina Aguilera, Paris Hilton, Mariah Carey, Kate Beckinsale, Kareena Kapoor, Sonam Kapoor, and Aishwarya Rai.
The label has its main quarters in Dubai and a boutique in Muscat’s Royal Opera. According to their website, Omani heritage plays an important part in the life of the brand.
Lead Image Courtesy of Instagram/@farhanabodi