Monday Moodboard: Pretty Pastels

1. Keep Calm and Carry On poster. Good reminder especially for the self-employed! http://www.keepcalmandcarryon.com
2. Missoni Mare Bristol zigzag crochet-knit swimsuit.
   http://www.net-a-porter.com/
3. Art deco fashion illustration by Erte
4. Forest Views- wallpaper collection in cooperation with photowall
   from Studio Rita
5. 'Journey' by Simply Hue Designs
6. Ditte Sofa, Fred Shand Pink from Anthropologie
7. The Sim mobile : )
8. Dot The I's Events. Events planning and services. http://www.dtievents.com 
   Logo design by Samar Sadik Design & Illustrations
9. Hussein Chalayan, Vogue, December 2008

Eco Living Illustrations

Here's another illustrated feature I did for Emirates Home magazine. A good article full of green living tips and ideas for those who want to adopt an eco-friendly lifestyle.  Hope this comes in handy!

 

 

 

Windows On Wednesdays

And here's another new category for my blog! I have always noticed window display designs before looking at the name of the store. I pay particular attention to the art, illustrations, typographic treatments involved and overall composition of the elements. Some use modern technology such as big massive screens showing for example a video of the collection and others integrate interactive technology to engage passersby eventually enticing them to come in and shop.
To me, a window display is like a window to another world. As a designer, it's an opportunity to create a fantasy world with some drama perhaps. My all-time favorite are those by Liberty of London. They are by far the most creative, artistic, very inspiring and fall perfectly in line with the Liberty brand. I hope they plan to come to Dubai. I would gladly design their displays (big smiley)!

Love the mural for Symphony at the Dubai Mall. By Moaza Matar

Another lovely mural for Symphony at the Dubai Mall by Moaza Matar

Symphony at the Dubai Mall by Moaza Mata

Harvey Niks goes bling bling using a disco ball theme

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Good use of typography 

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This Bloomies window at the Dubai Mall reminds me of Avatar

Strong vibrant colours are in line with the s/s 2011 collections

Interesting typographic treatment

The posters have a vintage feel to them and are in line with the 1969 campaign

Cool idea using a screen to showcase the Desigual collection to passersby

Sensory overload is part of the Desigual brand

Another example of blown-up typography

Monday Moodboard

Hello. This looks more like Macaroon Mania except for the cupcake greeting card designs. Welcome to my new category added to my blog every Monday! Those who know me well enough, I'll bet are not surprised to see all the goodies on today's moodboard. All I can say is I am in a state of 'dessert delirium'! Which I don't mind since  I will be off to a killer workout at the gym later tonight (big smiley). Hope today's images inspire your sweet tooth! Yum yum for now...

Interior Illustrations...found!

Hello! Hello! Long-time no posts. My hands were full but I'm back with some pretty cool interior illustrations  I stumbled upon while doing a much-needed desktop cleanup. I did these a while back for Emirates Home magazine for their decorating tips feature. Bright and colourful with a sprinkle of humor (playful cat trying to hunt down birdie, its dinner) More coming your way!