ball of arabia 2022

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Known for her inclination to fun and edgy pieces, Salma Abu Deif brought her cool girl style to the 2022 Vogue Ball of Arabia celebrating the divas and Golden Age of Arab entertainment. The Egyptian actor joined the best-dressed attendees of the evening including Razane Jammal, Cyrine Abdelnour, Dorra Zarrouk, and more, wearing a dazzling look from Valentino.
As the regional ambassador for the Italian fashion house, Abu Deif has stepped out in some of the most coveted pieces from the brand helmed by Pierpaolo Piccioli, and her latest pick was no exception. The glittering golden bronze gown was aptly picked from Valentino‘s 2022 Party Collection and came with striking cutouts on the bodice, and a floor-grazing hem. The actor complemented the dress with a shimmering teal smokey eye, and a bold red manicure.
The star-studded Ball of Arabia was held at Jumeirah Mina A’Salam on December 15, celebrating the careers of three iconic women who paved the way for young talent: Egyptian actor Nabila Ebeed, Tunisian singer Latifa, and Lebanese model and Miss Universe Georgina Rizk. The glamorous evening brought together some of the most stylish and renowned individuals from the region, and culminated with an incredible performance by three-time Grammy nominee and Brit award nominee Leona Lewis.

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More than ever, the 2022 Vogue Ball of Arabia was an occasion where glitz and glamour were of the order as the dress code called for all things 80s and the Golden Age of Arab entertainment. With the star-studded guest list including Dorra Zarrouk, Razane Jammal, Salma Abu Deif, and more serving up high octane style, Cyrine Abdelnour too embraced the memo to the full extent.
The Lebanese beauty channeled the exciting era in an equally fun look from Dolce & Gabbana, picked from the Italian fashion house’s Rosso collection. Abdelnour stood out in the siren red number which was covered entirely in sequins and caught the light in all the best ways. The singer and actor paired the statement piece with a metallic gold clutch, matching stilettos, and ruby red earrings. Her glam for the evening too mirrored the theme with a sparkling grey smokey eye complete with a nude pout.
At Jumeirah Mina A’Salam, the third edition of the Ball of Arabia brought together the region’s finest to celebrate the careers of three legendary divas who continue to inspire the new generation of talent: Egyptian actor Nabila Ebeed, Tunisian singer Latifa, and Lebanese model and Miss Universe Georgina Rizk. After the icons were honored for their respective achievements, guests were treated to a thrilling performance by three-time Grammy nominee and Brit award nominee, Leona Lewis who sang her much-loved hits and more.

Sharp shoulders, blinding metallics, dazzling sequins, and loud colors—it’s time to revive the best of 80s fashion at the 2022 Ball of Arabia. On December 15, the exciting gathering will celebrate the divas of Arabia, and what better way to do that than by dressing like one? The evening—held in partnership with Bulgari, Instagram, and hosted at Dubai’s Jumeirah Mina A’Salam—will also honor the careers of three women who have paved the way for younger talent in the region: Nabila Ebeed, Latifa, and Georgina Rizk.
For those looking for inspiration, look to the plethora of dresses, capes, and suits on the Fall 2022 collections which came in shiny materials, feathers, and embellishments in both, modest and shorter silhouettes. Check out our edit above, or scroll through for more ideas straight off the runway.
Valentino
Armani Privé
Schiaparelli
Chanel
Giambattista Valli
Marc Jacobs
Zuhair Murad
Christian Dior
Alexander McQueen
Dolce & Gabbana
Maison Rabih Kayrouz
Jenny Packham
Givenchy
Giambattista Valli
Chanel
Gucci
Fendi
Dolce & Gabbana
Georges Hobeika
Elie Saab
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