The State of Fashion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2023 a Wearable Book, a Readable Dress
Paris, 26 June 2023
Hotel D’Evreux in Place Vendôme witnessed a momentous occasion on 26 June during the Fashion Week, as the book, "The State of Fashion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2023," was unveiled during the amazing presentation of the Fashion Commission of Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Culture.
This extraordinary piece, signed by D’ORO Collection for the Fashion Commission of Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Culture marks a groundbreaking achievement in the realm of fashion literature.
Distinguished guests in attendance included Salvatore Giorgio Dino, founder and CEO of D’ORO Collection; Burak Cakmak, CEO of the Fashion Commission of Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Culture; esteemed executive officers from Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Culture, and the talented designers Alia and Abeer Oraif, founders of Atelier Hekayat.
"The State of Fashion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2023" transcends the boundaries of traditional books and immerses readers in a sensory journey through the captivating world of Saudi Arabian fashion. Its pages are crafted with meticulous attention to detail, incorporating unique features that reflect the diversity and richness of the fashion landscape.
The book's design showcases a fusion of traditional craftsmanship and innovative techniques. Each page is an experience in itself, featuring the glow of gold and silver paper, meticulously embroidered pages with golden threads, and alternating between artisanal cotton-paper and silk fabric pages.
The big surprise, which left the audience speechless, is seeing a book transformed into a dress to be worn and read, thanks to the collaboration with the Atelier Hekayat designers.
This constant interplay between the book and the dress sparks a dialogue between the written text and the sartorial expression: "The State of Fashion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2023" is a Wearable Book and a Readable Dress.
The creation of each book is a labor-intensive process that involves over 195 hours of craftsmanship.
Within its pages, "The State of Fashion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2023" weaves together vibrant colors, creative designs, and insightful data about the fashion industry. It serves as a celebration of the rich heritage and burgeoning creativity of Saudi Arabian designers, capturing their talent, perspectives, and contributions to the fashion industry.
"The State of Fashion in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 2023" is more than a book, it is a wearable book and a readable dress that embodies the very essence of creativity, transformation, and the art of fashion.
