3 Things We Love About Saudi Designer Dania Shinkar

The Saudi Arabian fashion landscape has been in a constant state of blossoming the past few years, with amazing talents and thriving passion. Among those talents, we spotted Dania Shinkar, founder of the Dublin-based eponymous label of contemporary luxury bag brand. Keep scrolling to learn more about this Saudi brand and why it’s not only on our radar, but on celebs’ radar too.

Indeed, a few weeks ago Portuguese fashion model Sara Sampaio was spotted wearing an all-blue casual summer outfit, elevated by a gorgeous blue handbag. This Italian-made leather handbag is from Saudi designer Dania Shinkar’s latest collection. Its sky-blue color elevated Sampaio’s casual outfit, and the lizard detailing showcased a modern design handcrafted for bold and stylish women.

Dania Shinkar, the young Saudi Arabian fashion designer who graduated from London College of Fashion in 2017, holds a Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Textile Print Design. At the Vancouver Fashion Week, she presented two collections: the graduate collection and the handbags for Spring/Summer 2018. Later, she pursued her Master's studies and majored in Fashion Entrepreneurship and Innovation in 2019, and her passion for the concepts she learned during the Bag Design course encouraged her to launch her eponymous luxury handmade bag brand in the same year. Read on to discover 3 things we love about her brand.

Sustainability is at the heart of the brand’s DNA

Her collection features sustainable handbags inspired by architectural elements and vintage designs. Their color options include grey, blue, and light brown. Each handbag is crafted from eco-friendly material and recycled leather to align with the brand’s core value, sustainability.

Unconventional and innovative designs

The talented Saudi Arabian designer reinterprets vintage designs with a modern and innovative style. This Hawazen bag in ruby red and grey is perfect to add a splash of color to a black outfit. The design showcases a semi-circular shape with an eco-friendly handle made purely from cellulose acetate. 

Dania Shinkar’s Spring/Summer 2021 collection also showcases black leather handbags that go well with leather boots for a classy look. The design features a blend of black lizard, soft red leather, and a gold-colored metallic frame that added a touch of uniqueness to the bag. It is made for every confident and fashionable lady. 

An ode to craftsmanship 

After all, every item in Dania Shinkar’s collection is authentically handcrafted with precision and creativity. The designer’s love for nature has greatly impacted the choice of the textiles and material for her handbags. Her collection combines vintage designs with a contemporary style made for today’s women. Shinkar has proved that craftsmanship and sustainability are key values in the fashion world.