The Arab world is a source of inspiration and creativity – Al-Shorouk Online

An Arab fashion designer, distinguished by his signature and his particular style, was able to prove himself and attend the most important arenas of international fashion. Hani El-Behairy, an Egyptian fashion designer whose name rose to fame in the fashion world many years ago after his designs chose the most important stars of the Arab world. He also strongly participated for many years in Paris Fashion Week, to shine among the greatest fashion designers in the world, and has established himself in the capital of fashion.

We note, in recent times, the increase in the number of fashion designers in the Arab world. Tell us about your take on the new generation of fashion designers.

Of course, I am one of the most important proponents of the development of fashion and the fashion industry, especially in the Arab world, and I am very happy that new generations are taking over this field and there. working. But at the same time, there are a lot of outsiders who are only looking for fame, and they have no talent, but they quickly fail and cannot last long in the market.

What advice would you give to future generations of fashion designers?

I advise them to seek new ideas on their own, and to develop their own imprint and identity, taking into account the demands of the market, in addition to familiarizing themselves with all the tasks of the profession, and to train themselves, and they must have a global and broad idea of ​​the field of fashion design.

Hani Al-Behairi is one of the few Arab fashion designers who managed to reach the world. In your opinion, is there a difference between Arab and international standards in fashion design?

There is no difference. I design costumes bearing the name of Hani Al-Behairi with its own character, whether for display in the Arab world, in Paris or in Europe in general. my brand, which is characterized by oriental elegance and modesty.

What do you think of Arab women and their relationship to fashion and elegance?

The Arab woman is one of the most beautiful women in the world, and the most interested in fashion and fashion since Antiquity, and this on its different layers, as simple as their abilities are. For example, they depend on the natural blends to take care of their beauty, and they are also interested in choosing their outfits very carefully.

Tell us about the most important features of Hani El Behairy’s new collection of colors, materials and lines?

The new collection varies between long and short, and of course I am interested in my hand embroidery work with high quality materials of crystal, diamonds, Swarovski and pearls, with the use of fine fabrics. such as silk, chiffon, crepe, taffeta and tulle, in addition to the introduction of materials such as feathers and fur, in order to showcase various and different looks that catch the attention of followers , whether in Egypt or abroad, thank God.

Can we ever hear of an academy or institution that teaches design and fashion under your supervision?

Of course, in fact, a department of the Ministry of Industry is being set up under my supervision for the teaching of styling. After graduation, young men and women will receive a valuable and accredited certificate, in addition to state support for them.

Your creations are worn by the stars of the first rank in the Arab world. Who are the most important fashion ambassadors for Hani El-Behairy, with whom he is proud to collaborate?

Of course, they are all proud and proud to collaborate with them, and I have a good friendship with them even with the new generation, but I still remember Al-Sabah. She is the first artist who drew my attention to the importance of the Great Evening. And it was she who introduced me to the late singer Warda Al Jazairia, whom I am proud of who gave me the confidence to design for her, and she always asked for the dress to be elegant and practical, so that she could move freely on stage.