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Nov 252 min read
afghan blanket history
Did you know that in the early 1800’s, the Afghan blanket became popular in the United States? During this time, Afghan rugs and...
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shoprumirose
Sep 291 min read
hijab fetish
How Orientalism, colonialism and imperialism have shaped Western views about the hijab and Muslim women.
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shoprumirose
Mar 111 min read
podcast + photoshoot
I had a great time at Alimond Studio podcast and photoshoot!
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shoprumirose
Dec 31, 20231 min read
beauty and the east
I'm excited to share my new logo for Beauty and the East! Those of you who are familiar with Islamic art and geometry will recognize...
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shoprumirose
Aug 29, 20231 min read
fall trend: red
This Fall, red is trending… but the color never left my closet . I’m welcoming Fall/Winter fashion because it’s so much easier to find...
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shoprumirose
Aug 22, 20231 min read
argan oil beauty serum
Introducing Rumi Rose’s new box for the popular Argan Oil Beauty Serum. Handcrafted in Morocco, the 100% natural formulation is great...
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shoprumirose
Jul 6, 20231 min read
history of silk on silk road
✨History of Silk on the Silk Road ✨ Once upon a time, silk was prized more than gold. The demand for silk led to the development of the...
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shoprumirose
Jun 28, 20231 min read
silk turban
I’m currently collecting some unique vintage turbans and hats from the 50s - 60’s. During this era, many European and American designers...
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shoprumirose
Jun 28, 20231 min read
vintage blouse into veil
I found this vintage Christian Dior silk blouse while thrifting. It has a draped cowl neckline which I pulled over my head to create a...
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shoprumirose
Oct 4, 20221 min read
cartier + Islamic art
History behind the brand Cartier's inspiration with Islamic art.
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shoprumirose
Jul 12, 20221 min read
Modest swimsuit
This year, I wanted to get a bathing suit that covers more of my skin. Not only am I wearing more modest clothing these days, my skin is...
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shoprumirose
Sep 15, 20211 min read
afghanistan fashion history
What do Afghan women wear?
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shoprumirose
Jul 29, 20211 min read
SUMMER STYLE
Vintage looks for the summer #sustainablefashion #ethicalfashion #vintagefashion
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shoprumirose
Jul 29, 20210 min read
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shoprumirose
May 25, 20211 min read
fashion history - part 2
Eastern Influence on Western Fashion - Part 2 #orientalism #fashionorientalism
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shoprumirose
May 25, 20211 min read
fashion history - part 1
Eastern influence on Western fashion - part 1.
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shoprumirose
May 25, 20211 min read
in afghanistan
Choosing fabrics in a Kabul souk with mom in 2005 for a bohemian Afghan-women made collection, inspired by the tribal embroideries of...
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shoprumirose
Apr 22, 20211 min read
Nooristani dress
An early 20th century vintage Nooristani “Jumlo” wedding dress from Kohistan/Nooristan (Afghanistan). It is intricately embroidered with...
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