MOJEH visits fashion designer and architect, Shahd Al Jumaily, to discuss fashion, beauty and what inspires her.
Motto to live by: “God will not take you to it if he cannot take you through it” | Best advice you’ve been given: Never make decisions based on what other people expect from you | Person who has taught you the most: My dad | Who inspires you: My mum, her love, beauty and strength | Person you’d most like to meet: My grandfather. He passed away before I was born | Next place on the bucket list: Thailand | Most cherished possession: My wedding ring | The last book that you read: “The Power of Now” by Eckhart Tolle, one of my favourite books, instantly changes my mood and gives me a positive vibe | Favourite beach destination: Turkey | Ideal holiday: Anywhere with beautiful beaches, good weather and delicious food! | Favourite travel partner: My husband | Where will you be this autumn: Lebanon | Favourite fashion brands: Givenchy, Self Portrait, Poca & Poca | Favourite local designer: Madiyah Al Sharqi | Heels or flats: Heels | Style icon: Queen Rania Al Abdallah and Blake Lively | Signature style: Feminine, stylish and diverse | How would you describe your work attire: Classic and elegant | Best denim brand: Topshop | Bag of the moment: Phillip Lim mini satchel | Favourite place to shop: Dubai | Trend to covet for pre-fall: Mixing patterns.
Blow-dry or au naturel: Blow dry | Best hair-treatment: Caviar treatment at Belle Femme | Favourite beauty brand: Lancôme | Staple lipstick and shade: Wow by Wojooh – Royal Plum | Nail colour for September: Burgundy | Sun factor: SPF 30 | Best beauty tip you’ve been given: Drink lots of water and always exfoliate and moisturise the face before going out | Favourite at-home beauty solution: Coffee body scrub | Signature scent: Happy by Clinique | Daily beauty regime: Exfoliate the face, wash with cleansing foam, apply moisturising cream followed by serum and eye cream | How do you stay in shape: I do boxing every once in a while and eat small meals every four hours. I also do shaping treatments to firm my body every now and then | What supplements do you take: Omega tablets | Natural remedy you swear by: Yogurt and honey face mask | Best workout: Boxing | Yoga or Pilates: Pilates | At sea or in land: At sea.
Photographed at home by Juila at The Factory ME
