{"id":4827,"date":"2019-06-01T02:57:09","date_gmt":"2019-06-01T00:57:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/insight-egypt.com\/?p=4827"},"modified":"2019-07-30T11:24:25","modified_gmt":"2019-07-30T09:24:25","slug":"nada-akram","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/insight-egypt.com\/?p=4827","title":{"rendered":"Nada Akram"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Styling by : Insight<\/h4>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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Interview By : Insight<\/h4>\n

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If you think you dont know her, look inside your closet for that Audrey white t-shirt. Nada Akram concurred the fashion world with her stylish unique designs, and with her artistic taste and little sketchbook; she continues to be on top.<\/div>\n

Its a long journey and its really hard to work in a field that doesnt consider copyrights.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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From online shopping to owning one of the biggest lines in Egypt, how did it all happen?<\/h2>\n

I<\/span>t all happened very quickly, social media was my lucky charm plus word of mouth. Usually when someone wears a piece of my collection her friends ask her where it came from and so on.<\/p>\n

What is your source of inspiration as a designer?<\/h2>\n

Everything vintage in Egypt, I am always nostalgic about this culture and working to add a casual effect to it.<\/p>\n

When it comes to printed tops and t-shirts you are considered a trendsetter, how did you turn such a basic idea into a trademark?<\/h2>\n

First, this is one of my favorite questions and thank you for seeing me that way. It all started by my addiction to t-shirts, I never stop buying t-shirts and I was so bored from the stores, it was so easy to tell which t-shirt is from which store. I decided when I started my line to add something 3D to a vintage photo. My first two photos were Audrey Hepburn and Marylin Monroe, I added Arabic writing, a skirt and a bow and this is how it all started. Its my signature to turn a vintage print to a funky up-to-date t-shirt.<\/p>\n

A lot of celebrities were spotted wearing Nada Akram Designs, who is your favorite to dress?<\/h2>\n

I have to say its Yasmin Raies because she is so bold and always open to try new things.<\/p>\n

Who do you wish to see wearing Nada Akram?<\/h2>\n

Nancy Agram in the Middle East and Eva longoria internationally.<\/p>\n

What one piece that you created is the closest to your heart, and why?<\/h2>\n

This will always be my boroa t-shirt because its hand drawn and the boroa on it is so vintage. Its my top selling design and it has been copied a lot, so that means its a huge success.<\/p>\n

How can you evaluate the fashion industry in Egypt today?<\/h2>\n

Fashion industry is growing its getting better every year and a lot of designers are appearing on the scene which is making me very happy.<\/p>\n

What fashion advice can you give our fashionistas this summer?<\/h2>\n

Wear what you feel comfortable with and always be different and unique.<\/p>\n

In your opinion, what are the summer basics every girl should own?<\/h2>\n

A plain cotton maxi dress.<\/p>\n

Your SS14 launch party was a blast, did you expect this huge success?<\/h2>\n

I didnt expect it to be that successful, thanks for Bazarna team who organized the whole thing for me. I am so grateful for them.<\/p>\n

Are you pleased with what youve reached?<\/h2>\n

I am thankful for sure but I still have a lot more to do. Its a long journey and its really hard to work in a field that doesnt consider copyrights.<\/p>\n

How do you prepare for your new collection?<\/h2>\n

I prepare my new collection very early, as I always have a small notebook with all the ideas and sketches and I keep adding to it through the year. I never follow any rules or runways; I just do what I love to do.<\/p>\n

Whats our advice for those who want to follow your footsteps?<\/h2>\n

Be yourself, have your own signature and taste, never copy any other designer, study fashion, as having a fashion line is not about buying some fabric and going to someone to do them for you, love what you do and always be original.<\/p>\n

Whats new for Nada Akram?<\/h2>\n

I am preparing a new kids fashion line with my friend Dania Banawy. I am also preparing for my anniversary by launching a limited edition beach-wear in August to be displayed at Bazarna Marrassi.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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