BFA+MFA 2023

Moza Al Sharim

Houriyat Al-Sahraa (Desert Mermaid)

Fashion Design

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 When I was a little girl, my father took me to the sea and taught me how to swim. Around the same time, I watched the little mermaid and developed a fascination for these mystical creatures. I’m someone who really values Arabic poetry, which uses the word mermaid to symbolize a very beautiful woman. The meaning behind my name Moza is "Precious Pearl". Also, my country Qatar was known for pearl diving before it was famous for oil and gas. This is why I have included pearls in my collection. My color scheme is beige and turquoise, reflecting the color of Qatar's sea. In my collection, I tried to break out of the stereotype of a classical mermaid silhouette and modernized it.