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TenQs
June 12, 2024
Ten Qs for Reem Al Kanhal
What moves and motivates this Saudi born-and-based designer?
The Sword Collection by Reem Al Kanhal, photographed by Colete der Kinderen; lighting by Juan Avila; Make-up by Mika Machado; Production Management by AVDG Studio. Courtesy of Reem Al Kanhal
CONTRADICTIONS in fashion collections are attractive. Reem Alkanhal’s works are collectible but also supremely wearable; culturally subversive and yet respectful of the brand’s KSA roots. A graduate of the private women’s college Arts and Skills Institute (a school allegedly with a spirit akin to London’s Central Saint Martins), based in downtown Riyadh, Alkanhal was the talent of the first class of 2009 who confidently powered onto the scene and landed unexpected garments into the wardrobes of global citizens.
Deena By Larroudé Pump
Deena By Larroudé Pump
Look 31/49, Thom Browne Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 42/49, Thom Browne Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 4/62, Dior Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 48/62, Dior Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2024. Courtesy of Dior Haute Couture
Look 28/31, Schiaparelli Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2024. Courtesy of Schiaparelli Haute Couture
Look 30/31, Schiaparelli Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2024. Courtesy of Schiaparelli Haute Couture
Look 33/47, Zuhair Murad Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 11/33, Jean Paul Gaultier Couture by Courrèges’ Nicolas Di Felice Autumn/Winter 2024. Courtesy of Jean Paul Gaultier Couture
Look 17/33, Jean Paul Gaultier Couture by Courrèges’ Nicolas Di Felice Autumn/Winter 2024. Courtesy of Jean Paul Gaultier Couture
Look 29/33, Jean Paul Gaultier Couture by Courrèges’ Nicolas Di Felice Autumn/Winter 2024. Courtesy of Jean Paul Gaultier Couture
Look 10/29, Ashi Studio Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 14/29, Ashi Studio Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 3/32, Stéphane Rolland Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 22/32, Stéphane Rolland Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 20/35, Giambattista Valli Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 32/35, Giambattista Valli Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 39/46, Chanel Autumn/Winter 2024. Courtesy of Chanel
Look 43/46, Chanel Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 26/42, Alexis Mabille Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 46/90, Armani/Privé Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 69/90, Armani/Privé Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 89/90, Armani/Privé Haute Couture Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 22/65, Elie Saab Couture Autumn/Winter 2024. Shutterstock
Look 28/39, Balenciaga Autumn/Winter 2024. Courtesy of Balenciaga
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The Sword Collection by Reem Al Kanhal, photographed by Colete der Kinderen; lighting by Juan Avila; Make-up by Mika Machado; Production Management by AVDG Studio. Courtesy of Reem Al Kanhal
In 2010 womenswear designer Reem Alkanhal founded her namesake ready-to-wear label that defies fashion’s typical seasons. The collections are revealed when the concept and futureproof separates get the Creative Director’s approval. After the launch of the Reem Alkanhal’s Sword Collection - inspired by the Saudi Arabian sword dance - which is composed of fuschia double-satin tailoring, wisps of taffeta, and cascading poplin tunics, the D1 team placed Take 10 Qs before the fashion designer and her signature coffee…
#1 If you could have any famous writer (past or present) pen your biography, who would you most love to commission?
Maya Angelou.
#2 There is one song that defines your energy when you enter a room, what is it?
‘Beat It’ by Michael Jackson.
#3 You don't collect this item but you could so easily have indulged in building a museum of...?
Mugs and magnets and candles.
The Sword Collection by Reem Al Kanhal, photographed by Sulfa Kurdi. Courtesy of Reem Al Kanhal
#4 It's 11am on a Sunday morning, what are you most often doing at that time?
Watching my favorite TV show while having a great cup of coffee.
#5 You've decided to have a dinner party with friends, and the first thing you organize is...
A cheese plate, candles, and Dokhoon.
#6 Which motto defines your way of being?
Life goes on.
#7 Do you play to win at chess or play to enjoy the game?
To win.
The Sword Collection by Reem Al Kanhal, photographed by Colete der Kinderen; lighting by Juan Avila; Make-up by Mika Machado; Production Management by AVDG Studio. Courtesy of Reem Al Kanhal
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Deenathe1st & Larroudé shoe collection is out now. Photographed by Kevin Tachman. All Rights Reserved.
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Deenathe1st & Larroudé shoe collection is out now. Photographed by Kevin Tachman. All Rights Reserved.
Deenathe1st & Larroudé shoe collection is out now. Photographed by Kevin Tachman. All Rights Reserved.
Deenathe1st & Larroudé shoe collection is out now. Photographed by Kevin Tachman. All Rights Reserved.
#8 What would no-one ever expect you to think before you enter an event, but you often do?
Wish there was a block button for some people or mute.
#9 What emotionally moves you more than anything else?
Death. Losing someone I love or if someone I love loses someone.
#10 Describe yourself in one word.
Fair.
READ Carmen Busquets, Style Not Com, Benchellal, Zaid Affas, and Sultan AlDarmaki’s Taken Ten Qs responses here
