The Gamboo3a Revolution ظاهرة القمبوعة

Khaleejia said: After long debate on the blog about Emarati / khaleeji shayla wrap styles (so-called "Camel Hamps' old post ), we think  this video will be a good news for many of Khaleejia's life readers - haters of the"camel humps".

AUTUMN-WINTER 2013-2014 "EMARATYAH" ABAYA STYLE TRENDS

Khaleejia said: UAE becoming the world’s fashion hotspot. Probably the reason of this is that local designers have to follow the global mode trends which they masterfully implement into the traditional outfit. 

Such combination made Emirati style to stand out among the other countries' dress code culture.
Yes we do have very conservative opinion saying that Abaya should not change it's original black color or shape.

Though, now Abaya it is not only a traditional dress but also a fashionable tool in the hands of the local fashionistas. Which helps to express their personalities, taste and positive attitude to the community's values.

Khaleejia's Life friend beauty editor Al-Reem Saif is our local fashion star who we consider is one of the best in representing fashion & abaya fashion in the country through her collaboration with different local abaya designers, social activities, personal style and due to her work.. read more about her life in one of our tête-à-tête interview here.

We hope this brief repost of Al-Reem's photos will give you a better idea about Emaratyah new abaya style trends.

The Emaratyah fashion exhibition took place in Jumeirah Etihad Towers from 21 to 23 of November, 2013 with @almayasahcollection which showcased the new collection of trendy and fashionable abayas.  

The new styles of abayas are open from the front, have belts and different layers with prints. Stripes, polka-dot, ornaments, plant and animal prints. 

  

"Al Yahmoom" Screenshots

Khaleejia said:  "Al Yahmoom" is an Emirati drama TV series aired on Sama Dubai during Ramadan 2012. I took some screenshots of a pretty khaleeji actress of Syrian origin - Marwa Rateb.  I also took other screenshots that illustrate the differences in lifestyle of very rich families in Dubai and simple people in the village.

First, screenshots of Marwa and other wealthy ladies. Check out their style, abayas, make up, hair...

 

For comparison - dress and lifestyle of village women:

Differences in eating habbits: first rich urban and later simple families.

... and villagers:

 Differences in living conditions and home decoration:

... and simple people's houses:

Although, I hear it here and there that gamboo3a is not in style any more, many women still wear it. Few examples from the film: 

 

I hope you enjoyed the post!