Queen Letizia, wife of King Felipe VI of Spain, stole the show during her visit to the Temple of Hatshepsut in Luxor with an ensemble that combined ancient history with the spirit of fashion.
Her royal presence wasn’t the only thing that distinguished the scene, but rather the exceptional look she chose courtesy of Egyptian fashion designer Dina Shaker, who crafted a balanced blend of modernity and classicism with an elegant Egyptian touch.
Here are 16 facts about Egyptian fashion designer Dina Shaker, based on her interview with Film My Design and her Instagram account.
- Born in Alexandria.
- Graduated from the Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Interior Design.
- After graduating, she studied fashion design, launching her career in this field.
- She later launched her own eponymous brand.
- Approaches design with an architectural insight influenced by her studies in interior design.
- Her designs rely on breaking stereotypes and reshaping them in new ways, based on classics, in never before seen way.
- Prefers using natural colors such as white, gray, and beige to enhance the design’s impact.
- Works to reinterpret Egyptian heritage symbols and combine them with contemporary touches that suit modern tastes.
- Pays attention to fine details, such as the quality of materials, hand embroidery, and motifs inspired by ancient Egyptian art.
- One of the highlights of her career was when Queen Letizia of Spain wore a dress she designed during her visit to Cairo, reflecting international recognition of her talent and confirming her ability to compete globally.
- This helped substantially raise the profile of her brand worldwide and demonstrated her ability to combine global elegance with Egyptian heritage.
- Shaker presented her Spring/Summer 2024 collection, titled “Rooted,” which embodied elegance through bold shapes and refined details, with a focus on earthy colors. This collection was showcased at Portugal Fashion Week.
- Her collection was met with media and public acclaim, and she was one of only ten African designers selected to represent the continent at Portugal Fashion Week.
- The UNSEEN collection for Fall/Winter 2025 draws inspiration from ancient Egyptian art, drawing on movement and visual repetition to present designs that reflect a new visual dimension.
- Her designs represent a blend of Egyptian heritage and modern touches, making each piece tell a unique story.
- Constantly strives for a blend of quality and luxury, appealing to fashion lovers seeking uniqueness.
Edited translation from Al-Masry Al-Youm
