The deep dark desert nights showcase Abayas amanis as brilliant reflections of artistic excellence combined with cultural heritage created by their skilled designers. Every thread teaches a detailed story about the skilled devotion of creators. The garments possess stories that reveal themselves if they had a voice.
Samiya sits in her window on a Tuesday afternoon while performing needlework on fabric with great precision. Through both words and her profound love of the craft Samiya received the traditional art of Abaya making from her grandmother. During festive evenings she spent time improving her Abaya-making abilities while listening to stories that flowed between her like buzzing bees. During those gatherings laughter mixed with useful conversations and shared understandings brought stability in the ever-changing fashion realm.
Workshop owner Ali uses his skill to craft beautiful garments as he operates within a colorful fabric-filled space. His expert handling of silk and chiffon enables him to guide these materials with the same grace as a jazz pianist plays his instrument. His sewing machine produces gentle sounds while adding elegance along with grace to each item he creates. Creating clothes brings Ali more satisfaction than seeking personal acknowledgment in the process. The manufacturing process reminds him of cooking because hasty work can ruin the end product no matter what, according to his own words.
During this time Layla walks through the market to find suitable buttons and beads. Her designs emerge from the perfect union of modern concepts and classic elements to create outfits that offer the same relief as summer breezes. Layla embraces the fashion world like a playground where she comes to truly have fun.
Many generations ago these artists safeguard the history of their ancestors by weaving masterpiece clothing through the clever use of their hands and inventive thinking. Their work safeguards an artistic tradition which links historical heritage to forthcoming aspirations. Through their needlework the traditional Abaya tradition will continue to thrive since threads flow through their needles while time passes.