KHAMSA ORIGINALS: THE PRECIOUS HERITAGE OF ARABIC POETRY
Arabs have long regarded poetry as their most precious heritage. Since its emergence, poetry has occupied a central place in the literary landscape of Arab culture. Originally, Arabic poetry emerged during the pre-Islamic period of the 6th century. During those times, the poet held a central position within the tribe: they were its spokesperson and […]
CREATIVE TALKS: WHERE IDEAS MEET EXPRESSION WITH ALI KIBLAWI
Ali Kiblawi, one of the art directors at Highsnobiety, is a thriving creative mind who has collaborated with renowned fashion brands. Born and raised in South Lebanon, he made the decision to leave his hometown at the age of 18 for the fashion capital of Milan, Italy. There, he pursued his studies in architecture, before […]
THE KHAMSA EDIT: ARAB FILMS AND MORE TO WATCH
As autumn sets in, there’s no better time to immerse yourself in the world of cinema. This selection by Selma Chougar will take you from Cairo Station in the late 1950s to contemporary Iran, passing through the setting of 16th-century Algeria and everything in between. Explore a very versatile list of films from the Arab World and […]
ARAB IDOLS: SAMIA GAMAL, THE LEGEND OF SHARQÎ
Among the pioneers who brought Sharqî dance onto the international stage, one cannot overlook the significance of Samia Gamal. With her talent in both dance and acting, she became one of the most admired icons of the Egyptian cinema’s Golden Age, playing a central role in popularizing oriental dance on the big screen.