Fashion in the Middle East had its starring night as leaders of the industry flocked to Doha for the annual week of cultural events held by the Qatar Creates foundation for Fashion Trust Arabia’s award-winning gala. The non-profit organization held its award ceremony to celebrate up-and-coming regional designers, judges, and leaders set the stage to voice Arab creatives within an international scope showcasing the region’s great global significance.
Fashion Trust Arabia held its grand gala at the National Museum of Qatar and the annual event saw celebrities from every corner of the globe gather to strut the red carpet in some of the most mesmerising gowns. From Bella Hadid to Imran Amed, industry leaders appeared to commemorate Fashion Trust Arabia’s 2022 prize nominees accept their awards, and support creatives within the MENA region.
Discover all of the top looks from the star-studded evening in celebration of Fashion Trust Arabia
Bella Hadid
Supermodel Bella Hadid wore a showstopping Schiaparelli gown. More modest in comparison to her daring carpet looks, the dress was tight-fitted showcasing her incredible figure with a head scarf covering her hair to highlight her Palestinian roots and admiration for ethnic wear.
Jourdan Dunn
British fashion model Jourdan Dunn rocked up in an off-white creamy evening gown by Balmain with long sleeves that’s draped in thin rigs of layered fabric that emphasize her body with fitted paneling.
Neelam Kaur
British Punjabi model Neelam Kaur appeared in a custom Balmain gown
Oliver Rousteing
Creative Director of Balmain, Oliver Rousteing represented the fashion powerhouse in an elegant silk all-black loose-fitted suit with double-breasted gold buttons.
Dana Hourani
Arabic singer Dana Hourani stunned in an elegant black latex gown by Arthur Avellano and afterward attended the after-party in a Miu Miu see-through black sheer top with diamond embellishments paired with tailored black trousers and a leather belt to pull the look together.
Olivia Culpo
American fashion model and influencer Olivia Culpo attended the Fashion Trust Arabia 2022 event wearing a stunning back-to-back cream gown with diamond embellished paneling by the curtsey of Miu Miu.
Huda Kattan
Beauty mogul and mega influencer Huda Kattan stunned in a bright orange gown, with gathered feathering at the bottom, currently, the designer remains a mystery as no one came forth to give credit, but it does give off Kylie Jenner’s purple Met Gala Versace gown vibes. We think the designer is Rami Kadi…Any guess who’s responsible for this showstopper of a gown worn by Huda?
Janet Jackson
Singer Janet Jackson took a different road when it came to the ordinary “red carpet” dress code as she wore an avant-garde three-piece suit by Alexander McQueen.
Halima
Model Halima supported regional talent Rami Kadi at Fashion Trust Arabia’s event and stunned the audience with his shimmering gold gown and well-paired head scarf to compliment the look.
Karen Wazen
Lastly, regional influencer in Dubai, Lebanese eyewear designer Karen Wazen graces the red carpet wearing a dazzling white gown with an oval central chest cut-out by Miu Miu.
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