Al Shumookh Group announces "International Fashion Gala" goes international, next IFG show in OMAN. In OCTOBER 20^th 2022.

Mrs Fatma Lutfi, Chairwoman of Al Shumookh Group. Thanked each and every member of TEAM IFG, international designers, models, suppliers and Government for the humongous success of IFG in Dubai. What we said and promised we did.

"The significance of IFG lies not only in celebrating this event, but in offering new ways to experience the best of luxury and modern fashion, through innovative designs for women and exploring their unique personality. We will bring the best of fashion to UAE, and will continue to promote Dubai around the world. We start with our neighboring GCC Sultanate of Oman.

 This came during the press conference held on 28^th July, 2022. API World Tower, in the presence of honorable guests, designers, models and various media.

Mr Ahmed Mohd, CEO of Al Shumookh Group, “International Fashion Gala changed the form of  contemporary fashion shows and proved its feet in the world of fashion from its first version and achieved unprecedented success and presented a different form  of fashion shows  where dazzle, sophistication and craftsmanship that made the fashion show a fun evening and a festival of fashion and not a normal fashion show.”

Mr Ahmed Bahgat, Director of Al Shumoukh Group, stressed that “the organization of the “International Fashion Gala” in Oman is new evidence of our excellence and putting IFG and Dubai’s position in the world of fashion, by highlighting the high-end designs of modern fashion, But the first of a series of consecutive events in the region and abroad. Oman will witness world-renowned designs. With this new event, we aspire to showcase the diversity of talent and help those interested in fashion shows discover new and eye-catching products.”

Mr Hanif Shaikh, co-organizer IFG, Chairman Emirates Holding Group:  We excel in what we do. IFG is claimed as the best Fashion Event of UAE. Oman is been closed to our Heart. Another extravaganza coming in Oman in October 22. Our goal is to raise the standard of the fashion industry & events in UAE and GCC promoting Dubai and fashion business to the world.

Mrs Siham Abd El Aziz, IFG Oman , project manager, Thank  you  , Al-Shamukh Group, led by Professor Fatima Lotfi, Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr. Ahmed Mohammed, CEO  and The Flaming Icona, Mr. Ahmed Bahgat, Director of Al-Shamukh Group. Hanif Shaikh, co-organizer IFG, Chairman Emirates Holding Group.

They have a  reward for choosing Oman specifically Muscat to have the second version International Fashion Gala.

For those who do not know who Oman is... Oman enjoys international status as an important regional mediator and strategic partner from the Middle East region, and the  new leadership in Oman has succeeded in continuing to achieve many achievements in a short time, which has made it highly appreciated by the Omani street and regional and international organizations and agencies.

 

The second edition will be in Oman, Muscat,  at the Oman Convention and Exhibition Center, one of the largest in the East East  in the heart of oman 

 

Indeed, this is his main motto (((Here the world meets))))

 

The center also has the largest ballroom on an area of 12,000 square meters and includes the largest lyric theater in the Middle East.....

The center includes the largest five-star hotels in Muscat to serve the organizers and participants in the events held on the center's grounds.

 

As you are accustomed to the group of shamukh will be the international fashion gala second edition in Oman A.A.N. distinguished and rich in outstanding international participations and the international professional cast and outstanding events

To name but a few

1- A huge concert will be held in honor of International Fashion Gala in celebration and welcome to the guests and fashion designers of the world participating.

2- Official honoring from the Ministry of Heritage and Tourism of Oman to fashion designers and cast participants for their presence and rich history in the field of fashion.

3- Technical conference in the field of fashion with the participation of Sultan Qaboos University and the higher design colleges in Oman, and experts and professors in the field of fashion will also participate in the conference.

 

Thank you for coming and waiting for you to be in Muscat to complete the expected success .....

 

 

Fashion Factor Summer Edition 2022- Dubai

 

Fashion Factor Summer Edition 2022 Offers A Master Class In Glam
 

Fashion Factor Second Edition has finally come to a close—and it set a new bar in Middle East fashion industry by having the biggest fashion competition in the region. This summer season, we saw Hany El Behairy’s gorgeous new collection prepared especially for the Fashion Factor and showcased for the first time on the stunning infinity stage of the event, white collection in a new edition of Amato, Sadek Majed delivered on all fronts, from style to talent and surprise rendition of Garimon as celebrity designers.

 

“Bringing together experienced celebrity designers of the MENA region and beginners from across the globe gives an opportunity to the designers in the market. The Fashion Factor is only one of the pillars of the organisation which will bring the whole fashion industry in the region to an absolutely different level,”  says Olga Fleming, Co-owner & Director of MEA Fashion Corporation UK.

 

There were lots of talented designers coming from across the globe who reminded us of multiple angles of art of fashion. This Edition competitor’s collections were strong battle, which the jury had to cope with while choosing three winners of the Fashion Factor.

 

On another note, the jury itself deserves attention, celebrities of the Middle East Fashion world and cinema industry such as: Ezra, Amato, Hany El Behairy, Amina Shelbaya, Sadek Majed, Rayan Soliman (Atelier Zuhra), Hans Fraikin, Garimon Couture, Michael Cinco, Garimon Roferos, Olga Fleming and Sherif Thomas.

 

With this event MEA Fashion Corporation UK set extremely high bar for the fashion competitions not only in the region but across the globe as well with hundreds of guests from fashion world, with the bar set so high it’s hardly predictable what the third Edition would be like.

 

“We managed to get a lot of talented designers featuring various sides of fashion as well as probably the youngest designer in Middle East who is 13 at the moment, which is an inspiration to many” , says Sherif Thomas, Co-Owner & Director of MEA Fashion Corporation UK

Designer headliners:

 

Hany El Behairy

Time and time again, reminds us that fashion is not just an exhibit theme, it’s a lifestyle. For the opening show the Fashion Factor Edition 2 received a special stunning collection not shown anywhere before from Hany El Behairy, supporting the event from the first edition. The collection of the dresses that set a new trend in a modern luxury.

 

Amato

 

At Amato, creative director Furne Amato was thinking white, that took over the UAE house’s runway. The monochromatic collection with white looks was intended to bring focus to the clothes themselves. Thanks to visually stunning show closing of the Fashion Factor Edition 2 was on a different level.

 

Sadek Majed

A very elegant and feminine collection marrying the past, the present, and the future on the Fashion Factor catwalk. The show of the jury member absolutely set a standard for the competing designers.

Garimon Couture

The collection isn’t just an aesthetic, but a vibe. Conquering UAE market designer impressed audience with a very fresh wave of designs and unique touch.

 

The three Fashion Factor winners of the 2nd edition with absolutely stunning collections shown on a catwalk.

 

Aaronic Atelier - Best Haute Couture

Fabio Porliod - Best Evening Attire

 

Zoson - Best Casual Attire

 

 

 “Bringing together experienced celebrity designers of the MENA region and beginners from across the globe gives an opportunity to the designers in the market. The Fashion Factor is only one of the pillars of the organisation which will bring the whole fashion industry in the region to an absolutely different level,”  says Olga Fleming, Co-owner & Director of MEA Fashion Corporation UK.”

PRESS CONFERENCE OF MS. & MRS. KHATOON INTERNATIONAL BEAUTY PAGEANT AND AWARDS

PRESS CONFERENCE OF MS. & MRS. KHATOON INTERNATIONAL BEAUTY PAGEANT AND AWARDS

Video link : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BkdJADr0uxw&t=38s

We want women’s rights to be equally honored, and uplifted, and hear.

We need women who are so strong they can be gentle, so educated they can be humble, so fierce they can be compassionate, so passionate they can be rational, and so disciplined they can be free.
A woman is a full circle. Within her is the power to create, nurture and transform.
That’s why we create this platform for every women who knows they deserve the best.
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Press Conference

Ms & Mrs. Khatoon International Beauty Pageant and Awards 2022
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Organized by: @smartouae and @twenty2group
Event Director: @bharti_monga123
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Videography by: Franco Apelo Foto and Films @francoapelo
Emcee: @baqarnaseer
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Khatoon Core Team:
Chief Advisor: @rashidalameri
Advisor: @a_shaboo6
Advisor: @therealtalib & @hazethecreator
Event Chief Marketing Director: @mohammedaijazrafi
Marketing Director: @ailenetugna
Co-Marketing Director: @himani74
Event Manager: @ritachawla55
Creative Head & Stage Director: @kirc.d2nd
Official Journalist: @shireen.jabrybooksart
Official Fashion Photographer: @sumayra._
Official Choreographer and Model Trainor: @sameerkapoor.official
P.R.O: @ascentiame
PR & Advertising Director: @mrshayer_07
Social Media Marketing Manager:
@skillopaedia_in_dubai__
Official Fitness Trainor: @monaeem_pt
Event Management Head/Judge: @baqarnasser
Executive Event Operation Director: @pushjal2014

A BEAUTY PAGEANT THAT TRANSFORMS LIVES - MS INDIA-Woman of Dignity 2022

MS INDIA -Woman of Dignity 2022, a global beauty pageant for married & unmarried women, recently concluded in Leela Ambience Convention Hotel, Delhi on 27th May 2022.

An initiative of Olive squad productions owned by Ms Anu Malik started long back with the novel idea that every woman who desired to become a beauty queen could pursue it even post or pre marriage.

Added Ms Anu Malik, "The standard of the pageant is leveling up every year and so is the competition. We are glad that there are more and more women shedding their inhibitions and showing the courage to participate . We look forward to that courage, confidence, and perseverance in our participants, and later the winner is decided upon her transformation, intelligence, looks, constant efforts, performance through the journey in different tasks and activities, and performance in different rounds like talent, introduction, and swimwear."

Ms India-Woman of Dignity 2022 winners in Classic category Ms Aarna Vishkarma and runner ups Ms Vidhushi Yadav & Ms Anushka Dutta. 

MS India- Woman of Dignity 2022 winners in Ravishing Category Ms Sonia and runner ups Ms Vandana & Ms Preeti.

The event ended up with the celebration and the promise to come back  next year with the same platform.

 

Funtastic Family is an ideal platform for complete family entertainment .

The Founders, Geetanjali Arora and Bharat Arora have had a vision to bring families and businesses together making it an ideal platform not only to showcase their talents and have fun but also socializing and networking at the same time..Funtastic family brings a plethora of activities and opportunities that help families to strengthen their family bonding and create beautiful memories together..

 

Talking about Funtastic Family Mother and Child Fashion Show- Season 2 at Crowne Plaza Deira, Dubai held on 21st May 2022, it was especially  organized for Mother's Day to thank and honor all Mothers and give Moms and kids a day to do something unique together and know that they are special ...Encouraged by their spouses, supported by a sisterhood of Mothers and side by side with their Children, It was a one of a kind show.

 

Mothers proudly walked the ramp with their children, showcasing designers collection by Priya Fashions, Purple Pleats By Pavani, Egoless Fashion ,Vinay Fashion, Lamora along with Morfium Fashion, Charisma Trendz and Aaronic Atelier with the beautiful Jewellery collection from Biyani Jewels. Beauty and Hair style support from Belle Ame Beauty Salon, Al Ruba Beauty Makeup School and Shagun beauty salon had the Mothers looking super lovely and their children, absolutely adorable.

All the moms were honored with Tiaras and the title ‘World's Best Mom’, celebrating their accomplishment with pride and smiles everywhere lit up the room.

 

This year Funtastic family has announced Most influential Mom Awards that was designed to recognize all influential Moms with a token of gratitude for the selfless love and support they give to their family and go above and beyond to leave an indelible mark with perseverance .Moms who have had an inspirational journey were awarded with this like Alifia Kachwala, INDAY CHINAY (Chin Chin), Gowri Ramesh, Dr. Eng. Suaad Al Shamsi, Meera Seshadri , Winnie Mutaki, Sheela Thomas, Vishakha Verma, Kanchan Babbar and Dr. Aleksandra Shumar..

The evening had Special guests like Beauty icon Mrs. Debanjali Kamstra, His Excellency Yaqoob Ali,  Rita Nicolas, Mr. Misbauddin Mohammad and Barbie Nuki.

A truly memorable night to remember.

Miss & Mrs Royal Global Queen 2022 Held in Mumbai, India with contestants, celebrities, designers & awardees from India & Bangladesh spreading the message of neighbour brotherhood and love .

 

Miss & Mrs Royal Global Queen 2022

Dr Neelam Paradia (Cosmetic Dental surgeon), Mumbai joins hands with Bangladesh to fulfill her vision for Women Empowerment, Social Cause (Help Physically Handicapped Trust) and National and International Integration.

After grand success of “Miss and Mrs India Global Queen” in February 2021, Dr Neelam added another feather in her journey by successfully conducting the season 2 of  “Miss & Mrs Royal Global Queen” on 21^st May, 2022 at Club Emerald, Chembur, Mumbai with TOPAZ Events. The pageant had contestants, celebrities, designers & awardees from India & Bangladesh spreading the message of neighbour brotherhood and love .

 

The online grooming started for all the contestants from India & Bangladesh with esteemed mentors 3 months back.

The Day-1 (20^th May)  began with a grand welcome to all the contestants in the airport look decided by our official stylist Dhwani Paradia & Akshita Vivek.  The contestants were pampered with goodie bags sponsored by Pan Aroma, Rite bite Max Protein, Pal Herbal and T-shirts sponsored by Pan Aroma. It was then followed by runway practice session by Farhid Munshi & Diya Lal. The evening began with a product photo shoot in Gym Look by Rite Bite Max Protein Keep Going; followed by with Ashwin Singh, Rfit India. He introduced Self Defence & fitness sessions. The evening begin with a glamorous DJ party with Sequence outfit look. The party ended with beautifully cake crafted by “The Bake Room”.

The Day-2 (21^st May) Semi finales session began with Ganesh Vandana by Riya Thatte (Host & Anchor) & lamp lightening by Dr Neelam, all celebrity & jury. The semi finale included Introduction round, Talent round & Q&A round; witnessed by our esteemed Brand Ambassador & Actress Jyoti Yadav, Bollywood & Tollywood Actress Flora Saini, Actor Tabrez Khan, Actor Gaurav Deshmukh and season 1 Winners Prerna Dhabarde, Dr Ruchi Biswas, Rina Jain from India and actress & model from Bangladesh - Jarin Tasnim Antara & Mrs Globe 2019, Sherina Mojumder Saraka, Face of Lux.

 

The Star studded Grand Finale Evening of Miss & Mrs Royal Global Queen began with crowning  of Bollywood Actress Jyoti Yadav as a Royal Global Queen Brand Ambassador by Show Director & Organiser Dr Neelam Paradia.

It was followed by a cultural parade of all the beautiful contestants in a “National Costume” Round. The Tollywood and Bollywood Actress Flora Saini was jury for this round. The talented contestants exhibited the culture of both the countries in the most innovative way.

The evening became even more glorified by giving token of appreciation to all the generous sponsors with a Queen Trophy. It was then followed with recognition of the exports from various profession with “Royal Global Achiever” award.

Mrs international Top Model (Brinda Samat), Show Opener (Sujata Gawai) and Show Stopper Monali Gaikwad) were also crowned on this platform.

 

The stage looked even more glamorous when all the beautiful contestants walked the ramp in beautiful evening gowns designed by Pooja (Zwala), Shilpa Panjabi (Haute Couture) from India & Maksuda Silat (Need Lifestyle), Tanha Chy, (Tanha's Style) from Bangladesh.

 

 The Winners, 1^st runners up in all the categories (Teen, Miss, Mrs, Mrs Classic & Mrs Platinum) & special queens were crowned by eminent  Chief Guests (Dr Khalid Shaikh & Dr Kruti Vajir), Celebrity & Jury along with Dr Neelam.

 

The social cause of support to physically handicapped trust was well executed with donations to Ganeshan Nadarji to help handicapped people.

Thus, Dr Neelam Paradia fulfilled her vision of empowering  women by giving this platform to explore more avenues and opportunities, giving back to  the society and spreading message of love and harmony by promoting national and international integration on this big platform.

 

Our official partner for makeup/hair is Preetify by Neetu Arora, Chandresh Kawa Gunjan Creatives (Digital Creative Designer), Vishal Bhosale & Sumon Hossain, The Team Studio Visage for Photo, Film & Edit during the event.

 

Event Date: 20^th & 21^st May, 2022

 

 

ORGANISERS

·       Topaz Events

 

SHOW DIRECTORS

·       Dr Neelam Paradia

 

NGO PARTNER

·       Ganeshan Nadar, Physically Handicap Trust

 

HOSPITALITY PARTNER

·       Club Emerald, Chembur, Mumbai, India

 

HOST & ANCHOR

·       Riya Thatte

 

FASHION CHOREOGRAPHER

·       Farhid Munshi

·       Diya Lal

 

PHOTO, FILM, EDIT

·       Chandreshkawa’s Gunjan Creatives, India

·       Vishal Bhosle, Fashion Photography

·       Sumon Hossain, The Team Studio Visage

 

SPECIAL CHIEF GUEST

·       Smt Kamini Shewale

 

CHIEF GUEST

·       Dr Khalid Shaikh

·       Dr Kruti Vajir

 

 

CHIEF CELEBRITY GUEST & JURY

·       Flora Saini,

·       Jyoti Yadav (Brand Ambassador, Royal Global Queen)

·       Gaurav Deshmukh

·       Tabrez Khan

·       Jarin Tasnim Antara, Actress & Model, Mrs Globe 2019, Bangladesh

·       Sherina Mojumder Saraka, Actress & Model, Face of Lux, Bangladesh

·       Prerna Dhabarde (Season 1 Classic Winner), representing India for “Mrs Central Pacific Asia Universe 2022)

·       Dr Ruchi Biswas (Season 1 Mrs Winner)

·       Rina Jain, Mrs Cosmos India 2021 & Glamorous Eco Warrior

 

SHOW OPENER

·       Sujata Gawai

 

SHOW STOPPER

·       Monali Gaikwad

 

SPONSORS

·       Pan Aroma

·       Rite Bite Max Protein Keep Going

·       Dharma Chakra

·       Jewelure

·       Pal Herbal

·       Sai Hospital

·       Satu’s

·       The Bake Room

·       Blu Swan,casting 7 modelling agency

·       Dr Neelam Paradia, Family Dental Care

 

ROYAL GLOBAL ACHIEVER AWARD 2022

·       Dr Vijay Shukla, Vice President, Lokmat

·       Mr Pradeep Paliwal, AGM Lokmat

·       Dr Khalid Shaikh, Sai Hospital, Health Care Service

·       Dr Nita Nair, Woman Cancer Care

·       Dr Vinay Kant Shankhdhar, Plastic Surgery

·       Dr Kirti Shankhdhar, Gynaecology & Obstetrician

·       Mr Prashant Kadam, Social Activist

·       Neetu Arora, Best Makeup & Hair Expert

·       Geeta Gadkar, Social Contribution for "HAEMOPHILA"

·       Mr Abdul Ahad Bhuiyan, Mr International Top Model

 

HONOR & CROWNING:

·       Brinda Sampat

 

FASHION DESIGNER

·       Dhwani Paradia, Fashion Stylist & Celebrity Fashion Designer

·       Pooja, Zwala Celebrity Fashion Designer

·       Maksuda Silat, Need & Lifestyle

·       Tanha Chy, Tanha's Style, International Fashion Designer, Bangladesh

·       Shilpa Panjabi, Haute Couture, International Fashion Designer

 

ONLINE GROMMERS:

·       Dhwani Paradia & Akshita Vivek, Fashion Stylist

·       Vartika Patil, Pagent Groomer

·       Vinodhini Krishnamoorthy, Pagent Groomer

·       Dr Ruchi Biswas, Beauty Aesthetician

·       Ashwin Singh, Fitness Groomer

·       Diya Lal & Farhid Munshi, Fashion Runway Trainer

·       Ishrath Ikram (Yoga Trainer & Nutritionist)

 

MAKEUP AND HAIR TEAM

·       Prettify By Neetu Arora

 

WINNERS

·       Mrs Platinum Winner: Kavita Kedia

·       Mrs Classic Winner: Ranjana Singh

·       Mrs Winner: Antarveena

·       Teen Winner: Aishwarya Chature

·       Miss Winner: Palama Ahmed

·       Mrs Platinum 1^st Runner up: Mamta Kapadi

·       Mrs Classic 1^st Runner up: Vinita Pundir

·       Mrs 1^st Runner up: Dr Archana Kori,

·       Miss 1^st Runner up: Pratima Mishra

 

SPECIAL QUEENS CROWNING

·       Mrs World Queen: Kavita Kedia

·       Queen Of India: Poonam Giri

·       Queen Of Bangladesh: Jeba Ahmed

·       Woman of Substance: Vinita Pundir

·       Noble Heart Queen: Geeta Gadkar

·       Mrs International Diva Queen: Varsha Nalawade