Fatema Merchant, a budding fashion designer, was chosen from the ten finalists to receive the Young Designers Award 2015 at BRIDE Dubai, UAE’s number one wedding event.
 
The judging panel included Daphne Cota, exhibition director; Shereen Mitwali, founder of the Female Network; and Rosemin Manji fashion guru. The newly introduced People’s Choice Award also crowned Fatema as the winner.

The four-day spectacular event showcased exclusive fashion shows, hair and beauty demonstrations, celebrity makeup artists, enlightening Q & A sessions and expert talks from the who’s who in the wedding and lifestyle industry.

Opening the fashion shows on day one was Zari O Breesam, followed by Dressalicious, Nayala Couture, exquisite jewelry by Amwaj, and Zarena Haute Couture. The Bridal and Beauty Theatre saw engaging make-up sessions by Dolce & Gabbana, tips on honeymoon destinations by Explore and Experience sponsor Al Rais Tours and Holidays and further makeup tutorials by Gulnaz.

Day two commenced with Amina Aljassim opening the fashion shows, followed by Zayoon Trading, stunning wedding dresses by SKS Fashion Design, and others. Sarah Feyling of Couture Events presented ‘Brides in the UAE’ in the Bridal and Beauty Theatre and Neetu Ramchandani of Mywishlist.ae delivered an inspiring talk on gifting trends for 2015.

Day three saw Hania open the show with a beautiful range of abayas.  Friday’s Bridal and Beauty Theatre saw renowned celebrity makeup artist Daniel Bauer showcase a stunning makeover demonstration as well as a Bridal Panel Discussion with host Shereen Mitwali, discussing all things wedding with guests Priti Malik of Virgin Radio and Bloomingdales head buyer Clair Seffeen.

The final day of the show saw N&M Boutique take to the catwalk, followed by SH Collection and Stephanie Jayne.  The popular Daniel Bauer once again shared his makeup expertise and to finish a fantastic wedding planner’s panel discussion by Shereen Mitwali, Myfarah.com and Carousel Weddings. – TradeArabia News Service