CAIRO WEST MAGAZINE
CAIRO WEST MAGAZINE FASHION
Drumstick Design and Dazz Bags Unique & Edgy Summer Additions to your Home &
By Nahla Samaha
Wardrobe !
Who doesn ’ t strive to be original in thought , spirit , and look ? Being “ original ” sets us apart , and screams , “ I ’ m Special !!” Well this month Cairo West Magazine dug up two very original ways guaranteed not only to make you feel special , but to add that extra oomph to your wardrobe and funk to your home !
Dazz Bags
Twenty-eight year-old Nermine El Shishiny divides her time between being a new mom to a six-monthold baby , and being a bag designer extraordinaire ! Making her mark on Egyptian design in the summer of 2011 , El Shishiny named her line Dazz Bags , short for Dazzle or Dazzling .
El Shishiny designs statement pieces mainly for the summer season , and finds inspiration on her travels abroad where she often buys fabric for her designs . The AUC Marketing graduate left a five-year career in marketing to pursue a passion for design . The true genius of Dazz Bags lies in the fact that each bag is designed with practicality in mind , “ The bags are often multipurpose , but are also statement bags ,” says El Shishiny , “ I make a very limited number of pieces from each design , this way the bag is more exclusive , less commercial .”
Each Dazz Bag makes a statement . Put on a white T-shirt and a pair of jeans , and your Dazz Bag will stand out as the edgy statement piece that will make the outfit !
young people who are attracted to my designs . So it ’ s appropriate for all ages .”
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Floral Tote : “ These totes are from my latest collection , I made them when I was pregnant . At the time I had many friends who were pregnant who had asked me to make diaper bags . This was the idea behind it . For new moms it ’ s practical , otherwise it also serves as a great beach bag , or travel bag . The base is leather so that it doesn ’ t get dirty if you place it on the floor or beach .”
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Oversized Leather Clutch : “ This clutch is made of genuine leather . I usually design what I would like , what I would carry . I love clutches , especially oversized clutches . I went for leather so it doesn ’ t look cheap , and I love this camel color in leather because it goes with everything , whether you ’ re wearing black or any other color . The large size makes it more youthful , it makes a statement .”
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Waist Bag : “ The idea behind these bags is practicality , for people on the go , it also makes a statement . It ’ s practical for moms , or people running the track . As a mom I always have a waist bag on .”
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Silk Floral Clutch : “ This clutch is designed with multipurpose in mind . It ’ s made of silk , so you can hold it at night , and the vibrant summer colors allow you to carry it in the morning as well . It is a clutch , and at the same time an over the shoulder bag with a detachable chain .”
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Indian Sari Clutch : “ This series is made of original Indian Sari silk . The accessories are vintage silver pieces from Egypt . They are evening clutches from my first collection , I used vintage pieces to give the clutches more value and depth .”
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Pom-pom Clutch and Peace Sign Clutch : “ The peace sign clutches are made with tulle accents . The two designs are made for girls in their 20 ’ s , but eventually I realized that they appeal to teens and preteens .”
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Burlap Bag : “ This bag is made of burlap , leather and chains . It meets tastes of all ages , probably because of the subdued color . I had a 70 yearold buy this bag , although it is mostly
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