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SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER 2019 ISSUE 58 - 59

NEELAM HAKEEM

CAMPUS STYLE

Muslim rap artist from the States

Chill and trendy

NEW SEASON

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NEW IDEAS ON BACK-TO-CAMPUS STYLE

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s the fashion magazine with the widest circulation in Turkey, we are coming up with new ideas each month. We’ve got some new and inspiring ideas for you in September, October 2019 Issues.

As you know, September means getting back to school. Time to style up for the new term with this season’s trends. You can match your maxi cotton or knitted dresses with season favourite shoes; and you can complete your look with baggy jackets and cardigans. If you like dressing in layers, you’re gonna like our style tips throughout the pages.

It is a joyful time for moms to see their children start the school. But, how can we protect our kids against obesity and metabolic diseases?

Dietitian Merve Atalay Bilge has some answers for you.

Upcoming trend: naturality and simplicity.Unnecessary ornaments,

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forced sizes, trying to conceal flaws with make-up... All of these suffocating fashion rules leave their place to “naturality”. You can feel the simplicity in every page of our magazine: From our cover to campus style photoshoot.

Neelam Hakeem is a Muslim rap artist and an inspiring intagrammer from the states. “Just be yourself. Don’t care about what’s trending or what’s “in” just focus on what makes you happy.” Says Neelam Hakeem. We had a fun interview with her on discovering Islam, her rap career and modest fashion. You’re gonna love it.

This time we’ve marked Sheik Zayed Mosque on our maps. “Sheik Zayed Mosque” in Abu Dhabi has been chosen as one of the Top 25 landmarks of Earth for the third time. It is a “must-see” for everyone with its “out of a fairy tale” look.

It’s time to get back to school. We wish all the students a happy year full of joy.

Take care...

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CONTENT

2019

September-October 6

CELEBRITY DUEL Neelofa Noor, Rawdah Mohamed

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24/7 STYLE GUIDE Fashion has no size FW19 TREND HIGHLIGHTS Autumn with a spring feeling, Pop-Art, Ying&Yang, Listen to nature

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INTERVIEW Neelam Hakeem

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BEAUTY Breakfast is the key against childhood obesity

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EN ROUTE Staple of modern architecture

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NEWS FEED Voice of eid at Modanisa

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ESRA SEZIS KIGILI’S CLUES How to make a seasonal style transition?

Fashion

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THE CLASSIC URBAN BACK TO SCHOOL: ALREADY HYPED FOR THE SEMESTER! 40 NEW SEASON KEY STYLES 4

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CELEBRITY DUEL

NEELOFA NOOR Actress, model,TV presenter, writer and entrepreneur… Neelofa (30), a name recognised in Malaysia and the whole world. She makes hijab designs and unisex basic products with her own fashion brands.

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OUTFITS PUT TOGETHER

BY NEELOFA SETS A FEMININE AND INNOVATIVE STYLE PRACTICALLY FOR ANY TIME OF THE DAY, SHE KNOWS HOW TO BLEND VIVID COLOURS AND PATTERNS. THE WAY SHE MAINTAINS THIS CLAIM IS WITH DIFFERENT HEAD WRAPPING STYLES.

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RAWDAH MOHAMED Living in Scandinavia’s 4th largest city, Oslo, Rawdah (27) has 44.2 thousand followers on Instagram.As an influencer and model we often come across this name at fashion weeks, also attracts attention with brand collaborations.

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TRENDSETTER STYLE AND AMBITIOUS COMBINATIONS, AS WELL AS DIFFERENT TYPES OF MAKE-UP TUTORIALS, CURIOSITY OF RAWDAH BY HER FOLLOWERS ARE AT CONSTANT PEAK, AND QUITE FRANKLY, SHE LOVES BEING CENTRE OF ATTENTION.

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With the “Urban Style” concept our plus size collection attracts the attention of women who are used to city life and don’t give up on their style.

Photography: Derya ÖZKILINÇ Photography Assistant: Kaan ÇALDIRAN Styling: Merve USTABAŞIOĞLU Styling Assistant: Gizem TOK Make-up: Ezgi YILDIRIM

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These perfect styles for your office look resembles summer with their soft touch.

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Autumn trend warm colours will make you shine bright like a sun.

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24/7 STYLE GUIDE

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Fashion has no size Confident, free and happy women have a wide range of alternatives for their style.A collection of exclusive designs, comfy lines that accompany you through the day and sizes up to 26 awaits you at Modanisa!

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A MAGNIFICENT AURA

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TRENDS

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Contrasting yet a perfect balance between two shades, which means a perfect outfit structure.

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Listen to nature Floral and animal prints are signature patterns for all 4 seasons.

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BACK TO SCHOOL

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Summer has gone by way too quickly and it’s already back to school for a lot of us. Back to school season means new classes, teachers, friends and of course, new outfits! Here is our inspiration to kick off the school year with some great ensembles.

Photography: Anıl ANIK Photography Assistant: İlkay TATAR Styling: Özlem GÜNEŞ Styling Assistant: Arzu PALUT, Asude EREN Make-up: Akın SERT Video: Can ŞEREFOĞLU

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If you want to be super comfortable in class, opt for sporty pieces.

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“FOCUS ON WHAT MAKE S YOU HAPPY” Neelam Hakeem is a Muslim rap artist and an inspiring intagrammer from the states.“Just be yourself. Don’t care about what’s trending or what’s “in”just focus on what makes you happy.”Says Neelam Hakeem. Here’s our fun interview with her on discovering Islam, her rap career and modest fashion:

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hat kind of family did you grow up in?

We know that your life has changed after your mother's illness... Can you tell us about your childhood and early teens?

I grew up in Seattle Washington with my parents and my two little sisters. My family actually practiced Christianity religiously before we converted to Islam when I turned 12 years old. We were standard middle class family until my parents separated in my early teens. Later we moved to Los Angeles California and we’ve been here ever since. Going to high school in LA was a culture shock for me, but LA felt like home.

You picked the name Neelam Hakeem when you were 12; you had a different name... One day, your father came and told you that he is no longer a Christian and he is a Muslim now. We'd like to hear the story behind that…

My fathers story is a lot similar to the story of Malcolm X. An African-American man who sought knowledge of his past and his history and then made the change to connect back to his roots. He didn’t want to force any religion on us he wanted us to research for self and make a decision for ourselves which is something I always appreciated. After doing

my own research that’s when I decided to embrace Islam.

In 2007, you decided to embrace the hijabi style and you were 21 back then... How did you come up with this decision, what encouraged you?

I’ve actually only been wearing the hijab going on three years. On Muslim woman’s day I was going through the hashtag and all I saw was beautiful Muslim women and girls showcasing their modesty in such an amazing way. I became completely inspired to do the same in that moment. I had to fall in love with modesty for myself because I believe a woman should have the choice and not be forced to do anything and on that day I chose.

Is there any difference being a Muslim in America compared to other countries?

I believe there is a complete difference being a Muslim in America compared to other countries especially Muslim countries. When you’re in a Muslim country you’re with people who believe the way you do and understand your cultural practices and you’re not the oddball out. Also other people don’t control the narrative of your religion of what and how you believe. You’re the minority instead of the majority. However, SEPTEMBER-OCTOBER 2019 •

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“After receiving so many accolades on my rap pieces that I posted on my page it made me decide to pursue being a rapper. It is hard for me to work in this field as a Muslim woman because I am pretty much carving away for myself that doesn’t exist.”

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I believe something really positive about being an American Muslim is you have more of a diverse and inclusive mindset because you’re forced to be that way and I believe that is a beautiful way to be instead of narrow minded.

How did you get involved with music?

I posted my first rap piece on my Instagram page and it was re-posted by Diddy and The Shaderoom and many others which cause my followers to grow significantly. My second rap

piece Diddy and The Shaderoom posted it again and Diddy reached out to me personally to work on other endeavors. My next big rap piece was re-posted by Will Smith, Eryka Badu, Worldstar Hiphop and so many more! This one went completely viral growing my following immensely which made record labels and companies like Vogue, BET, Essence etc reach out to me and put me more on the path to pursuing music. It’s been the greatest journey so far.

How did you decide to be a rapper? Is it hard to work and earn money in this field as a Muslim?

After receiving so many accolades on my rap pieces that I posted on my page it made me decide to pursue being a rapper. It is hard for me to work in this field as a Muslim woman because I am pretty much carving away for myself that doesn’t exist. I making my own lane and I’m quite different from the norm so there’s always difficulty in doing anything that’s different. Do you have that tough skin and keep going no matter what.

What do you mention about in your songs; how do you come up with those lyrics, what inspires you?

Everything I rap about comes from experiences or things that I’m observing that’s happening in the world. I believe the music should reflect the time that were in so I try to do that at all times. I’m inspired by every event that happens honestly.

Has being a mother changed you? Does motherhood affect your lyrics?

Being a mother has definitely changed me. There’s an inevitable thing that happens to a woman when you bring life into the world.

Your priorities and how you feel about everything virtually changes.

It does affect my lyrics because my daughter wants to hear my songs she wants to sing my songs and I don’t to cringe when I hear her quoting me.

In 2017, your Instagram page completely changed... How did you get involved with fashion? like I said before I was inspired or

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Muslim woman’s day so I decided that I would switch up my style and pretty much reinvent myself. I thought that if I can motivate just one person the way that those women and girls motivated me but that would be an amazing thing. The amount of the DMs and messages that I’ve got from girls who watch my journey and how they told me how I inspired them literally can bring me to tears every time.

As a rapper, is it hard to find modest clothes and tailor it to your style?

For me personally it’s not hard to find modest clothing thanks to Brands like Modanisa and so many others. Getting inspiration from other Muslim women and seeing where they shop it’s a beautiful Modest Fashion community that feeds and helps everyone in my opinion. Also I love making things work things that may not technically be considered Modest Fashion but but the way I style it comes out in a really dope way.

How do you describe your style?

My style is very random because it always depends on my mood or the occasion. I honestly switch it up so often I really couldn’t even label myself LOL but I would say in my opinion I like to keep it dope.

You say that nobody should tell a woman what to wear... Is there any way to fight back with those who dictate?

It’s important that women support women. Just because a woman doesn’t dress modestly or isn’t Muslim doesn’t mean she can’t stand in support of a Muslim women who chooses to dress modestly. When there is a band like wearing burkinis in places like France all women should stand up in support for those women’s rights. Also, just be yourself. Your authentic beautiful self, regardless of what anyone says. Don’t care about what’s trending or what’s “in” just focus on what makes you happy.

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“Thanks to Modanisa, it is quite easy to find modest clothing for me. It’s awesome to be inspired by the styles of other Muslim women.”

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BEAUTY

MERVE BILGE ATALAY

NUTRITION AND DIET EXPERT www.mbaclinic.net @mrvbilgeatalay merve bilge atalay

Breakfast is the key against childhood obesity

It is a joyful time for moms to see their children start the school. But, how can we protect our kids against obesity and metabolic diseases? Let me tell you...

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“I can give you a healthy recipe: “Stuffed tomato with eggs.”

Carve in the tomatoes nicely, crack an egg into them and pour a little olive oil.Add some salt and put it in the oven for about 20 minutes.”

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You can try out foods with your kids to find out what they like; organic honey, molasses, eggs with cold cut veggies, cheese sandwiches, veggie pancakes or oatmeal, fruits and milk can be a great start.

Are you trying hard to make your kid eat an egg every morning?

All you need is creativity to make your children eat an egg; present it to your kids in different forms.

You can make smiley face pancakes

or I can give you a healthy recipe: “Stuffed tomato with eggs.” Carve in the tomatoes nicely, crack an egg into them and pour a little olive oil.

Add some salt and put it in the oven for about 20 minutes. Your kids will fall in love with this colourful presentation.

According to some researches; children who drink milk regularly at school have more calcium, vitamin A, riboflavin than others. Our kids need to have 800 to 1000 mg calcium per day. 1 glass of milk = 240 mg calcium, 1 glass of yogurt = 180 mg calcium, 30 gr cheese = 70 mg calcium and 30 gr cheddar = 230 mg calcium. Help your kids have their calcium.

HOW TO PREPARE A HEALTHY LUNCH BOX? Children work off a lot of energy these days, they need to get their energy back through healthy foods.

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If your kids don’t stock up energy with the right kind of foods, they are more likely to have some snacks. The most critical junk foods are the ones with sugar and chocolate! These snacks are the main factors for child obesity. To get your kids away from these junk food you can make homemade chocolate by using molasses, tahina and cocoa and prepare them some healthy cakes and deserts with organic ingredients.

Eating 4 to 5 healthy fruit and veggies is very important for your kid’s digestive system.

They need fiber and pomace for their metabolism. You need to put at least one fresh and well washed fruit or veggie in your kid’s lunch box. Dried fruits like dried apricots, raisins, dried figs, prunes and blueberries will boost you kids energy during breaks.

Editors’ picks

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EN ROUTE

Staple of modern

architecture

“Sheik Zayed Mosque” in Abu Dhabi has been chosen as one of the Top 25 landmarks of Earth for the third time. It is a “must-see” for everyone with its “out of a fairy tale” look.

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POOLS

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Sheik Zayed Mosque is surrounded by pools that are embellished with tiles. Visitors are taking photos near these pools and attend to the photography contest called “Spaces of Light” organized by the mosque’s management.

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hanks to its wide traveling database and content Trip Advisor’s users have picked the top 25 landmarks of Earth. Sheik Zayed Mosque is in the top 3 on the list. The mosque had place in the “Trip Advisor’s Top 25 landmarks” list twice before in 2016 and 2017.

“A wonder of modern times” Sheik Zayed Mosque was open to public in 2007. Most of the materials used in its construction came from Turkey, New Zealand, Germany and many more countries.

The mosque has room for 40 thousand people. It is built by architect Yousef Abdelky in 1988. The mosque is a combination of Turkish, Arabic, North African, Iran and Indian Islamic architecture. It has 82 domes, 1048 pillars and 4 minarets in total.

The mosque is one of the most instagrammed landmarks and its surrounded by porches and pools. Each of these porches have two pillars and the pillar heads have persimmon engravings.

These 82 domes are all in different sizes and their design is inspired by Badshahi Mosque in Pakistan. The lines in their design reflect the Mughal era. The pillars in the main hall which is veiled by 3 domes are engraved with precious stones and gold. Three big chandeliers embellished with precious stones are hanging down from these domes.The chandelier in the middle is considered as the biggest chandelier of the world. It is 15 meters high and weighs 10 tons.

The floor is covered with the biggest hand made woven carpet. This hand made carpet designed by Ali Khaliqi is woven by 1200 women in 2 years and it is 5 thousand 627 centare.

The kiblah wall behind the mihrab has the engravings of “99 names of Allah” in 24 carat gold.

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WHO IS SHEIK ZAYED?

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Sheik Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan is a peacemaker; he organized parleys between Arabic nomad tribes. In 1971, Sheik Zayed has formed a federation with Dubai Emirate as the Founding President of Abu Dhabi and founded The United Arab Emirates.

Sheik Zayed has used his income from his oil reserves on building skyscrapers, enhancing the city infrastructure and building Sheik Zayed Mosque.

“TRIP ADVISOR’S TOP 10 LANDMARKS” LIST 1. Angkor Wat, Cambodia 2. Plaza de Espana, Sevilla, Spain 3. Şeyh Zayed Camii, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates 4. San Pietro Bazilikası, Vatican, Rome 5. Qurtaba Mosque Cordoba, Spain 6. Taj Mahal, Agra, India 7. Duomo di Milano, Italy 8. Alcatraz Island, San Francisco, USA 9. Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, USA 10. Hungarian Parliament Building, Budapest

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FASHION

NEW SEASON KEY STYLES

NOT GOING TO USE THE H WORD, BUT LET’S FACE IT, CAN’T HAVE SUN SEA SAND ALL YEAR ROUND. WITH FALL AT THE DOOR, IT’S THE LAST TIME TO WEAR YOUR FAVOURITE SUMMER PIECES BEFORE IT’S TOO COLD OUTSIDE. NOW’S THE PERFECT TIME TO WEAR YOUR CUTE SUMMER DRESSES, SKIRTS AND SHIRTS. THE ONLY DIFFERENCES ARE; CHOICE OF COLOUR AND ADDING A TOPCOAT/TRENCH COAT TO YOUR ASSEMBLE.

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Photography: Ecem AKTÜRK Photography Assistant: Emre YILMAZ / DigiOnePlus Styling: Tuğçe GÖKNİL Styling Assistant: Selma ERCAN Make-up: Çağla YORULMAZ

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MY CITY, Tunic Product ID: D1154574 $ 21.90 MY CITY, Pants Product ID: D1154482 $ 21.90

MY CITY, Tunic Product ID: D1154547 $ 15.90 MY CITY, Pants Product ID: D1154479 $ 21.90 Rabia Z, Shawl Product ID: D200475 $ 9.90 Bagmori, Bag Product ID: D1108786 $ 14.90

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FASHION

MY CITY, Tunic Product ID: D1154461 $ 25.90 MY CITY, Pants Product ID: D1156059 $ 20.90 Ayakkabı Havuzu, Shoes Product ID: D1124859 $ 15.90

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MIZALLE, Jacket Product ID: D1089551 $ 57.90 İnşirah, Skirt Product ID: D1097507 $ 20.90

Nude has a natural way of merging through all seasons.

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FASHION

Puane, Suit Product ID: D1117120 $ 43.90 VİZON, Shoes Product ID: D1099826 $ 25.90

Loreen By Puane, Suit Product ID: D1115258 $ 45.90

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That pants-tunic classic match has partnered up with this season’s colours and volumeous cuts.

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FASHION

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Puane, Suit Product ID: D1117101 $ 48.90

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NEWS FEED

VOICE OF EID AT MODANISA Modanisa ships thousands of packages to 130 countries in 5 continents. The biggest shopping spree at Modanisa happens during Eid. Would you like to see the most popular clothes and colours preferred that made our lovely women feel beautiful and elegant during the special holiday? Here we have it, the outfits that received high interest by the first international online shopping site that has unlocked the power of modest fashion in Turkey.

At first place by worldwide Modanisa-ians; dresses with natural fabrics.

Holiday packing isn’t holiday packing without this dress paired with a shawl and straw bag.

Refka, Natural Fabric Hidden Button Dress Product ID: 991588

No needles no undercaps, practical and unique Jersey Shawl, 100% natural, breathable and sweatresistant.

Rabia Z, Jersey Shawl – Emerald Green Product ID: 200479

At the seaside, by the pool or on the beach…

A must have holiday staple, comfortable, useful and practically indispensable. Choice of colour is not a problem, neither is the price.

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How about a natural fabric tunic with a length so useful you will fall head over heels for?

Linen pants or pencil skirt to complete a maximum comfort look.

Refka, Natural Fabric Pocket Detailed Oversized Tunic - Navy Product ID: 641426

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WEAR WHAT WHERE?

Tavin, Tunic & Pants Two Piece Suit Product ID: 892211

ECESUN, Elastic Sleeve Dress Product ID: 784087

Refka, Hidden Buttoned Tunic Product ID: 417489

Refka, Pearl Detailed Jean Dress Product ID: 793361

TURKEY

MIDDLE EAST

EUROPE

US/CANADA

Women from our home country’s first choice; As for choice of colour, take a pick.

Basic dresses that make it easy to feel stylish 24/7.

However, fine details should not go amiss. Want to give your look a feminine touch?

All you need are classic pumps.

A tunic crafted so simple yet its useful ways is unavoidable. Leather belt and accessories to pair and give your complete look the oomph it needs to fancy it up.

Buttoned Jean dress, a timeless piece always on front row in every woman’s wardrobe.

The best part about owning a Jean dress is that you can pair it with either sports shoes or classic, casual shoes.

TOP 3 COLOURS CHOSEN

BY THE WHOLE WORLD:

BEIGE

BLACK

GRAY

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TRENDS

ESRA SEZIS KIGILI’S CLUES instagram: @esraseziskigili

Most of us feel energetic both physically and mentally in September. This month we’ll prepare our agenda and make up “to do” lists with high energy. Let’s get into the new season by checking out our wardrobe. We should mark down what we are missing in our wardrobes and take mini shopping tour.

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How to make a seasonal style transition?

ou need to be careful for new season shopping.

Most of the dresses and products look shiny and elegant on display to attract customers’ attention. Don’t fall into that trick! Just focus on getting the styles on your list.

An example of a very focused new season shopping list: • A high quality fabric trenchcoat. ( A timeless must-have for every woman.)

• Light knitted sweaters and cardigans.

• A well fit blue jean.

• Rain boots.

• A transparent raincoat.

• A high quality umbrella.

• Picking up the new season’s trendy colours and fabrics

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Saless, Shawl Product ID: D438151

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69.99 Refka, Trenchcoat Product ID: D912977

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