Somya Mehta
Celebrate the spirit of Ramadan in style with Sawa Exhibition
Along with glorious festivities and the spirit of togetherness, Ramadan also signifies a period of deep reflection and bringing people closer to their purpose and aspirations. The Sawa initiative, a labour of love for the Emirati jewellery designer Salama Khalfan and The Modist founder Ghizlan Guenez, brings this very spirit alive. Sawa, which translates to ‘together’, gathers local designers that have been unfavourably impacted by the pandemic, to showcase their creative collections and bring in the celebratory season in style.
An endeavour that shaped over a dinner table conversation was executed in a short span of three weeks, from ground-up. “Traditionally, Ramadan has always been a time where people get excited about dressing up, getting together and spending time with their loved ones. Whether it’s buying new clothes or home accessories, Ramadan has a spirit of its own,” says Khalfan. “