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Barbie turns 50 with style in Dubai.


Turning 50 with grace and style, yet not looking a day over 17, the iconic Barbie doll Barbie doll

popular dress-up doll; extremely conventional and feminine. [Am. Hist.: Sann, 179]

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 strutted her stuff on the runways of Dubai Fashion Week.

Celebrations for Barbie's big five-zero started taking place in March, during which big name designers in New York New York, state, United States
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 had designed outfits for Babrie, showcasing their designs to much delight in New York. It was time for Dubai's designers to do the same, which they did, capturing her sexiness and appeal in a myriad of styles. Yet all had a locally inspired touch.

Brands who lent a hand to dress Barbie included Aiisha Ramadan, Amato, Amber Feroz, Salma Khan, Sartori Sartori and Sugar Vintage amongst others.

Barbie pink of course was much utilized as the show kicked off with a crystal-studded pink swimsuit. Yet harem pants harem pants
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Loosely fitted women's trousers that are gathered at the ankle.



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, evening gowns and elaborate kaftans were also part of the show, wowing audience members with the versatility of typical Middle Eastern designs and silhouettes infused in modern contemporary pieces.

Gowns in georgette Georgette

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Ted Baxter’s pretty, ignorant wife.
 and chiffon chiffon (shĭfŏn`), plain-weave, lightweight, sheer, transparent fabric made of cotton, silk, or synthetic fiber; it is made of fine, highly twisted, strong yarn. , flared skirts, hot shorts and glamorous black were also included.Aa And homage was paid to younger fans with two designs made for Barbie's young counterparts. Two black and white designs caused quite a stir amongst the younger crowd.

Dubai Fashion Week ran from Nov. 2 to 5, showcasing the most promising young design talent and the best of locally established brands. Models strutted down the catwalk like any other fashion week, proving that the Middle East is worthy of much attention by the fashion world.

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