Have you ever wondered what some of your favourite female figures get up to each day? MOJEH’s A Day In The Life series follows some of the region’s most influential female movers and shakers, from business owners and entrepreneurs to fashion designers and art gallery owners. This week we’re talking to Yasmin Al Mulla, an Emirati fashion designer and the co-founder and creative director of RTW label YNM.
Outside of fashion, Yasmin’s humanitarian side prevails, as she supports various charities and commits efforts and proceeds from YNM to goodwill initiatives.
I wake up at…
Between 7:30 and 8am. I am a believer in the power of a good night’s sleep, and it’s an essential if I’m going to start my day off perfectly. I can then enjoy my morning, meditate, have a good breakfast, get ready and make sure I arrive at the office by 10am.
I’m responsible for…
As the creative director of YNM, I am responsible for designing timeless garments – pieces can be worn twenty years from now – and I also work with brands I relate to closely on exciting collaborations and projects.
My typical day…
Revolves around brainstorming, sketching, fabric swatches, quality control, meetings, and emails. Every stage is interesting by itself, and loving your job is key to a productive and healthy environment.
The Yasmin Al Mulla go-to working wardrobe consists of…
Light and elegant pieces. I am obsessed with everything white – 80 per cent of my closet is white – and my style is very minimal, timeless, and always includes statement jewelry or shoes. I believe that adding a personal touch to a simple outfit can transform an entire look.
For lunch I eat…
I am very into wholesome foods. I have been vegan for a few years now, and I have maintained a gluten, plant-based, and refined-sugar-free diet for more than ten. I’m a fitness enthusiast too, and am fully committed to a holistic lifestyle. I’m actually currently working on my plant-based cookbook too which I am very excited about!
What I love most about my job is…
Translating my thoughts into wearable art. Expressing myself through designing gives me nothing but incredible joy.
And what I enjoy the least is…
Nothing! Every stage is interesting in a different way.
The Yasmin Al Mulla beauty look for the 9-5 looks like…
I am a skincare junkie and truly enjoy an excellent skincare routine, but I also recommend lots of water and wholesome foods. Having a clear and natural glow empowers you to flare your natural beauty. During the week I prefer not to wear any make-up other than a natural lipstick, as letting your skin breath helps in enhancing your skin cells. I wear natural make-up if I have a morning event — something that suits the day, and is very minimal, light, and fresh!
When I get home I…
I workout about three-to-four times a week right after I finish work, and then I head home unless I have dinner plans or an event. I usually prepare a homemade dinner, spend time with friends and family, and read few pages from any book I am currently reading. Having a relaxing evening after a long day at work is as essential as having a productive day at work. Your mental health is a key to a happy life.
I couldn’t live without…
My family, best friends, and a good sunscreen.
When I feel stressed I…
Workout, meditate, and practice yoga.
If I wasn’t in my current position, I would be…
A designer, again, and again, and again. Or I might use my political degree to practice a career as a politician, but with a fashionable twist!
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