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Patterns of Beauty

Patterns of Beauty

Intricate embroidery and delicate jewel work is a craft that...

Town Meets Country

Town Meets Country

The old English heritage look is a classic wardrobe accompaniment...

Grace and Elegance

Grace and Elegance

The influential Muna AbuSulayman is a Saudi TV personality with a...

Working Wonders

Working Wonders

Work wear doesn’t have to be limited to a well-cut suit. Exude...

Celebrate in Style

Celebrate in Style

Eid is a time for celebration, and beautiful evening wear can add to the occasion. Fatema Zehra helps Zehra Yumsak choose an elegantly modest...

Elegance Defined

Elegance Defined

The world of abayas is ever growing, with more designers beautifully...

Moroccan Summer

Moroccan Summer

Whatever the season, kaftans can be worn dressed up for a special...

Think Prints

Think Prints

Patterns and prints can sometimes seem daunting, but the good news...

Scouts Launch New Clothing Range For Muslim Girls

Scouts Launch New Clothing Range For Muslim Girls

Muslim Scouting in Britain is a growing phenomenon that has...

As chosen by...

As chosen by...

Spring is here! Our five guest designers, who are leading in the...

Threads of Beauty

Threads of Beauty

This Eid, opt for stunning colours and fabrics crafted with...

Earth Wear

Earth Wear

 As time goes on, we are beginning to see the harsh...

Elegance As You Wish

Elegance As You Wish

ADVERTORIAL  One of the most popular clothing labels in Turkey...

Timeless Traditions

Timeless Traditions

Ever graceful and beautiful, the abaya has stood the test of time....

Riot of Colour

Riot of Colour

The Middle East is often associated with the colour black. Fatema...

Summer Strolling

Summer Strolling

This summer sees the reintroduction of three very different trends;...

Statement Tees

Statement Tees

Say it loud and say it proud with Fatema Zehra’s selection of...

Hijabi Fashionistas

Hijabi Fashionistas

Fatema Zehra and two other hijabi fashionistas describe their...

Green Sleeves - Eco Fashion

Green Sleeves - Eco Fashion

Eco is the new black. Stepping into the New Year with sustainable...

Fashion Compassion

Fashion Compassion

Fatema Zehra introduces Master’s student, Amina Mahmood Sheikh...

Jewellery Box

Jewellery Box

From dazzling pearls, sparkling diamonds, precious stones and...

Draped in Elegance

Draped in Elegance

Step out this Eid in our selection of beautiful eveningwear with a...

Beyond the Sea

Beyond the Sea

This summer, dive into the abyss and explore the wonderful delights...

Modish dasha

Modish dasha

Crisp tailoring meets cutting edge design with Fatema Zehra’s...

Flashback - Fashion from the past decade

Flashback - Fashion from the past decade

Make the past fit your future. Keen trend-setters and avid emel...

Eastern Promises

Eastern Promises

Fatema Zehra brings you a selection of beautifully inspiring pieces...

April Showers

April Showers

Take a splash this season with Fatema Zehra’s pick of...

On the Edge

On the Edge

The aspiring product designer turned fashion designer, Sarah...

Cool Kids - Winter Fashion for children

Cool Kids - Winter Fashion for children

With the cold winter months creeping in, wrap up your little...

Winter Wardrobe

Winter Wardrobe

Perk up your winter wear with a bright burst of colour – the...

Seek in Silk

Seek in Silk

 Silk has always been regarded as the most luxurious of textile...

The Classic Wardrobe

The Classic Wardrobe

Great style and flair needn’t require weekly trips to the high...

The Power of Fashion

The Power of Fashion

Fashion is powerful, but not always good. Sarah Joseph declares...

A Crafted Heritage

A Crafted Heritage

The rich history of Bosnia’s craft has played a large part in the...

Rewriting the Classics

Rewriting the Classics

Transforming the wardrobe essentials to reflect your own unique...

Suits You, Sir

Suits You, Sir

A well-cut suit is sure to make a bold statement.Fatema Zehra...

Patterns of Pride

Patterns of Pride

The art of embroidery is one common to many cultures around the...

The Wool Souk

The Wool Souk

Wool is back in vogue. Supported by projects such as the Prince of...

Modestyle - emel's FREE style guide, out now!

Modestyle - emel's FREE style guide, out now!

Sign up below to receive your FREE digital guide to this season's...

Classic Indian Cuts

Classic Indian Cuts

First Published on July/August 2004To access the issue page, click...

Winter Walks

Winter Walks

There is no reason to be left out in the cold this winter. With such...

Colour Wrap

Colour Wrap

With the colder months creeping in, these bright and bold...

Bags of Room

Bags of Room

Big bags are still in this season, so make the most of it! Celebrate...

Behind the Seams

Behind the Seams

Take a backstage peak at international Fashion House Shukr and...

Weaving Dreams

Weaving Dreams

Zolaykha Sherzad has made a life-changing career move, from...

Around the World in Four Trends

Around the World in Four Trends

Get into the holiday spirit this season. Mariam Mahir explores...

Salute the Tricolore Trend

Salute the Tricolore Trend

For a combination of sun, sea and San Tropez style, stick to clean...

Cheyenne Chic

Cheyenne Chic

Go native with printed cool cotton fabrics, suede beaded sandals and...

Tribal Instinct

Tribal Instinct

Make a statement by mixing bold ethnic prints with earthy tones for...

Bali Beautiful

Bali Beautiful

Flutter like a tropical butterfly with floral tunics in linens and...