During the holy month of Ramadan, modesty is the key element when it comes to fashion. Catering to the generous markets in the Middle East, international designers have now started designing capsule collections for this divine festival.
This year, adding to the existing list, more and more luxe brands have embraced the Arab culture and have unveiled lines dedicated to the shoppers in the GCC. From trendy new accessories to versatile full-length silhouttes in a variety of designs—there’s a thoughtful curation of everyting.
Scroll below for our selection of some of the best capsule collections.
Stella McCartney
Stella McCartney Ramadan Collection
For Ramadan and Eid, Stella McCartney has launched its Emerald capsule, a limited-edition gifting edit. Honouring the sentiment behind the colour green in Islam as a symbol of life, paradise and nature, the line features ready-to-wear and vegan accessories influenced by the Summer 2023 collection. The special collection includes a new takes on the iconic Falabella mini shoulder bag and kitten heel mule, a floral head scarf, cape and double-satin dress inspired by a custom piece created for Catherine, Princess of Wales.
FENDI
Fendi Ramadan Collection
FENDI unveiled a limited-edition Middle East exclusive collection to commemorate the holy month. Inclusive of the classic FENDI codes, it highlights some of the Maison’s most iconic pieces, especially redesigned for the region. Leather goods, including Peekaboo, Baguette and FENDI First bags, women’s shoes, fashion jewellery and textile accessories. The leather pieces are enhanced by a timeless green tea shade and the precious exotic saku python leather, combined with gold accents for that opulent finish.
Missoni
Missoni Ramadan Collection
Missoni’s iconic lurex knits, dynamic patterns and bold colours have been given a modest treatment for this festive month in 2023. Each piece comes with the signature Missoni vibe, tailored according the taste of the GCC. From full-length kaftans to oversized co-ord sets, Missoni’s capsule line serves all the relaxed feels for the month of prayer and celebration.
Net-A-Porter
Net-A-Porter Ramadan Collection
For its eighth Ramadan Campaign, NET-A-PORTER’s edit features exclusives from Tom Ford, Taller Marmo, Semsem, Dima Ayad, Halpern, Lanvin, Elie Saab, Safiyaa, Oscar De La Renta, Benchellal, Louisa Parris, Andrew GN and more. With a refreshed take on demure dressing, the collections include a range of modest kaftans in rich neutrals and eye-catching bright tones, signature metallic abayas, regal eveningwear pieces and statement looks for Suhoor and iftaar gatherings.
Christian Louboutin
Christian Louboutin Ramadan Collection
Christian Louboutin’s Middle East Exclusive campaign nods to one of the most nostalgic elements of the month – Fawazeer Ramadan. The design language of this capsule is also dictated by elements of Arab heritage and architecture, an ode to Christian’s love for travel and Arab culture. The line is developed around the exquisite shade of grenat, a warm purple color of spirituality and pure conscience. The intricate design patterns are influenced by the Moucharabieh—an openwork partition, used in palaces, mosques and homes.
Jimmy Choo
Jimmy Choo Ramadan Collection
To brig in the holy month in 2023, luxury brand Jimmy Choo has crafted a capsule collection of four exclusive designs featuring shoes and handbags.The line focuses on remastering the brand’s most beloved styles in newer shades and finishes. Adding a contemporary twist on timeless style—the Love pump, a Jimmy Choo signature, is exquisitely crafted from mesh and finished with degradé crystals. Available in tones ranging from champagne to wisteria and dusky blue.
Loro Piana
Loro Piana Ramadan Collection
Loro Piana’s capsule collection features a versatile selection of delicate yet voluminous trouser suits, outfits with wrap skirts and sophisticated dresses and kaftans with clean lines. The wide range of attires include the maison’s unique-tailoring in tones that recall the beiges and golds of the desert and its pastel-hued skies.
Louis Vuitton
Louis Vuitton Ramadan Collection
Louis Vuitton’s collection for the spiritual month is an elegant selection of day and eveningwear, curated for this period of togetherness. The collection line focuses on the Maison’s tradition of refinement and savoir-faire. The collections of leathergoods that are exclusive to this capsule represent a selection of Louis Vuitton’s iconic creations reimagined as two distinct themes. For day-to-day, the Alma BB and Cluny Mini are both offered in a timeless camel Epi version, while the Coussin PM, Dauphine MM, Capucines Mini Flower Crown and Capcuines Compact XS Wallet come with a subtle metallic finish in a soft hue with pearl-effect iridescent.
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