The Editorial Shoot
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I know these have been a long time coming. I’ve been so busy with the Maysaa website and getting things ready for the launch. I’ll be in London until Friday involved in a BBC piece, I’ll let you know more later! Anyway, enough of my excuses, here are the goods:
We shot with the lovely Lara Jade again, and the most gorgeous models. I was wearing heels all day to be the right height to dress them! Hair was styled by Justina Sullivan and make-up by Leah Mabe.
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Comments ( 35 )
Congratulations! So happy and excited for you. May Allah give you more and more success, Inshallah. Ameen.
HC added these pithy words on
Apr 06 10 at
11:07 pm
absolutley lov the dress
OMG sooo exciting cant wait
(: added these pithy words on
Apr 06 10 at
11:13 pm
May Allah bless you, in your endeavor. I’ve been waiting for this forever, all the waiting and the hype, is def making it worth it. it looks stunning. Mashallah, words can not describe how excited i am. I expect the pieces to be a little expensive, i just hope its not astronomical, that as a student i can not afford it. cuz dat would be a bummer.
Faty added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
12:09 am
Sameera added these pithy words on From one Muslimah to another, I am sooo proud of you!!! You are talented, mashaAllah. Good on you for doing what you love most =)
Shahirah Elaiza added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
1:32 am
I love that salmon pink dress with the coat so pretty..but it looks like I have to wear pants underneath..
Why did the collection does not cover the aurah? I though it would be for muslimah collection..
I wish you more success and can’t wait for Maysaa to launch^^
Aifa added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
2:28 am
Nurul added these pithy words on Dearest aifah:)
another amazing collection.
i wonder if i can afford to buy and wear dat gorgoeus dress:)
good job lurve.. and miss ur face and quirky style:)
olin added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
3:53 am
shes wearing your bracelet! i second Aifa’s question; was Maysaa not aimed for the Muslim market? i mean its great if everyone can purchase your items, of course but like Aifa said, that beauuutiful pink dress; how would us sisters wear that?
Deniz added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
5:42 am
it look really nice ….i thought Maysaa is for muslim market too
gada added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
8:58 am
A Little Explanation
I’m so glad you like the pictures. The pink dress isn’t actually for sale… this was an editorial shoot; like a concept. The jacket is the item I was trying to show in the picture, everything else was to accessorize, compliment it.
As a designer I don’t design anything I wouldn’t wear myself, but at the same time I don’t want to exclude other people from wearing the designs, they shouldn’t have to feel like ‘this isn’t meant for me.’ So I style the clothes in a variety of ways to show how it can be worn by anyone. For me, I just want to make something that will make a woman feel beautiful, and not to have people label it as this or that group, but to have a personal connection with it, as though it was designed just for them.
You guys are so important to me, and I really hope you understand what I mean, maybe it will be clearer when Maysaa launches. I think and hope you will be pleasantly surprised by the prices, and of course my lovely StyleCovered readers will get special discounts and privileges!
P.S. Nurul, Maysaa means- to walk with dignity (in Arabic)
admin added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
11:41 am
I think Maysaa is not merely intended for muslimah. Maybe Hana tries to offer modesty clothing in general with this Maysaa label. It’s her choice, I don’t see why not.
Besides, she already gave us plenty of ideas on how to turn any look into something more modest.
Let’s pray for the success of Maysaa instead! ^^/
Dina added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
11:48 am
this looks AH-MAZING!!
can’t wait, totally excited for the launch. wish you all the best Hana =)
Ashi added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
12:42 pm
ahhh my heart is beating so fast.. its so exciting.. hmm we’ll be pleasantly surprised by the prices ?thats a great sign! u make my day ! and i love the name Maysaa and what it means.
siti thalha added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
12:57 pm
oh and i forgot to say love the black dress and the jacket.. cant wait cant wait. the make up and hairstyle is awesome. i love how the set looks too.
siti thalha added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
1:00 pm
good success hana insha’Allah muslimas can wear pink dresses like that at home, yes so why complain? seriously
fa added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
1:19 pm
Ok, I’ve OFFICIALLY fallen in love with you, after your explanation of the type of clothes you would be offering. I love that concept of ‘personal connection’ to the clothes we wear, and not putting labels. Good clothes are good clothes are good clothes.
Can’t wait for the launch, sis!
SA added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
1:32 pm
This is totally amazing! I love the black dress.
All the best Hana! So looking forward to the launch, cant wait
[[[ X SMILEY X ]]] added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
2:04 pm
HI Hana, i agree with your explanation, however the salmon dress is actually my favourite! The chiffon layored tulle seems wonderful, if only it was a bit longer you have a perfect dress which is muslimah friendly. Would you consider making a dress like this in a longer version because if you do i certainly would be interested! P.S do you have any more pictures would love to see more!!
Suz added these pithy words on
Apr 07 10 at
7:29 pm
LOVE IT HANA!!!! I can’t wait Im so excited!!!!
Best of luck sweetie!
Inshaa Allah you will have the utmost success in the launch and also continued success with your company!
x
Uzz added these pithy words on
Apr 08 10 at
1:30 am
So glad about the upcoming launch date
The suspense is seriously mounting and thank you for posting the photoshoot!
I love every outfit
Especially the last one ^_^
Insha’Allah I wish you the best!
ModestJustice added these pithy words on
Apr 08 10 at
3:01 am
MasyaAllah Hana, all of this is so exciting! So proud of you
[z:six] added these pithy words on
Apr 08 10 at
9:43 am
May Allah grant you success with your venture. I love the sneak peak… looking forward to the full launch!!
sooty added these pithy words on
Apr 08 10 at
9:57 am
oh well in that case Hana, i love that long cardigan!
Deniz added these pithy words on
Apr 08 10 at
1:36 pm
the black dress is AMAZING. add wide cincher belt, studded heels, and vintage clutch and i’m good to go.
hana, you are absolutely brilliant! finally someone is designing really fashionable, can-be-edgy-if-you-want, runway-esque, model-worthy, wouldn’t-mind-being-caught-dead-in-thanks-very-much muslim clothing. THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU THANKYOU !!!
p.s. please ship to the US…
amelie added these pithy words on
Apr 09 10 at
3:52 am
oh~ and btw, if you could, someday down the line, design something like that fluffy little peach dress, please do!
(also, a question: what will sizing be like in maysaa? i mean, will there be room for talls?)
amelie added these pithy words on
Apr 09 10 at
3:58 am
nazzy wazzy added these pithy words on I’m SO excited to start buying your clothes, and to feature you on my blog! I just saw your BBC piece and you’re so wonderful, mashaAllah
Asma added these pithy words on
May 14 10 at
3:25 pm
i love the black maxi dress! its gorgeous! i cant wait
x.
nusaybah added these pithy words on
May 15 10 at
1:34 pm
Hi
I am a muslim but don’t wear the headscarf. i firmly believe in modesty however and this website has absolutely entranced me. i adore the outfits. i hope when maysaa launches you will ship to south africa inshallah. your designs are inspiring
khadeeeja added these pithy words on
May 21 10 at
8:42 pm
bought the blue dress!!!!!!!!!!! LOVEEEE sooo much!! your prices rock my world!!!! and then went straight to asos and bought a gold cuff as pictured!!! Recently a revert to Islam and your pieces I have fallen in love with!!
Elle added these pithy words on
May 24 10 at
7:27 pm
Thank you so much, you’ve made my day! What with all the delays and what not I’m so happy to get some positive messages. It really means a lot. It’s so lovely to hear from another revert too! xx
admin added these pithy words on
May 24 10 at
7:33 pm
