Three Months On || PR Maven Mariana Wehbe Talks to Us About Lebanon and Her Latest Initiative
byOn Friday November 6th, at precisely 6:07pm, three long and hard months will have passed since the devastating explosions that rocked the heart of…
CIIN Interviews
The Man Behind The Camera || Fashion Photographer Nick Leuze
byThere are good street style photos and then there are great ones.. The kind that attract your attention over and over again.. I have…
Harith Hashim of Harithand || A Lebanese Fashion Success Story
byThey often say that fashion should speak to you, and I am a strong believer in the power of a collection to communicate and…
A Peek Into The Life of Chef, Writer and Photographer Leen Al Zaben
byOn a slow Friday afternoon, as I scrolled through Instagram I came across Leen Al Zaben, a creative; chef, journalist, and photographer that I…
Athletique Boutique || A Haven of Well-Curated Activewear And So Much More
byOn a quiet street in the Jordanian capital lies a small shop with great aspirations. Athletique Boutique is an activewear destination for those that…
Chase the Sun || A Jordanian Athleisure Success Story
byIf someone had told me that there was an activewear brand coming out of Jordan, I would have been skeptical to say the least. …
Nimerology || A Return to the Fine Art of Dining
byThis new world we reside in has taken us inwards in more than one way. Into our homes, into our minds and into our…
From Gaza to the World || Genderless Fashion Brand ANAT
byWho says that embroidery is only meant for women? Why can’t a man wear embroidery or hold a needle and a thread and be…
Merging Heritage With Edgy Chic Is No Easy Endeavour For The Fashion Brand “Born In Exile”
by“It all started in 2017, I was sitting at a cafe in Amman, where I was living at the time. Someone was distributing leaflets…
Spotlight || Palestinian Artist and Cook Mirna Bamieh
byI am reluctant to start this feature.. I am apprehensive, a heavy sense of responsibility falls on my shoulders.. It is my duty to…
Spotlight || Lili Raphanel Calligrapher To The Fashion World
byCalligraphy – the art of fine writing (kalos -beautiful, graphein-to write, gr.), is currently experiencing its renaissance. Looking in the past, we find that…
Jordanian Fashion as Seen Through a Parisian Lens
byLocated at the crossroad of three continents, Jordan has a unique culture influenced by different elements, aesthetics and styles. A country so rich in…
Spotlight || A Glimpse Into the Marvelous World of Renowned Stylist Cristina Ehrlich
byCristina Ehrlich has a gift for turning powerful women into dazzling red carpet stars. She has been an important figure in the world of…
Spotlight || Man-of-the-Hour and Renowned Celebrity Stylist Cedric Haddad
byCedric Haddad is one of the most renowned stylists in the Middle East. With almost a decade of experience styling celebrities in his beloved…
CIIN Sits With Designer Rami Kashou For An Exclusive Interview!
byDressing the most stylish celebrities and trendsetters around; Rami Kashou is a name synonymous with drama and flaire, and a name that has become…
Meet Rowena Karmy || A Jordanian Model Lighting Up New York City
byJordan boasts a lot of exported talents such as in design, fashion and music though we haven’t yet had much talent in modelling, up…
CIIN’s Exclusive Interview With S.A.D.A.F.A
byCIIN Magazine chats with Dina El Sheikh and Amr Abdel Hadi from Sadafa and gets some insightful first-hand answers from high-end Egyptian clutch brand….
Certified Stylist and Color Expert Mais Taha is In Town!
byWhen it comes to fashion, one of the most personal issues is that of choosing the pieces you decide to own. For some fortunate…
Ayah’s Coconut, Sesame, & Curry Leaves Hair Mixture!
byThe coconut, sesame and curry leaves hair mixture is simply hair medicine or hair magic. You name it! I can’t even begin to tell…
Raeda Taha || A Palestinian Voice With Resonance!
byWhat strength, what presence! Multi-talented Raeda Taha stands alone on the dimmed stage with nothing but a spotlight shining down on her, her voice…
Lana Murad Bataineh The Pearl of the East
byLana will be Lana, will be Lana, will be Lana.. From afar she is the courageous woman battling a crippling illness. An example of…
Meet Annmarie Jacir || Award-Winning Palestinian Filmmaker
byLeaving no room for doubt; Annmarie Jacir is the embodiment of the Palestinian resilience and the will to survive. A Palestinian filmmaker and poet;…
Al Wajd Al Fayez || A Master Storyteller
byAl Wajd Al Fayez is a Jordanian filmmaker with a powerful message. Al Wajd belongs to a generation of women who have opted to…
Hanan & Linda Hallaq || Empowering Female Entrepreneurs
byHanan and Linda are the beautiful, talented, and dynamic duo who have single-handedly elevated the Jordanian design scene by empowering women and providing them…
Fadia Samara || Himmetna’s Angel!
byFadia Samara is your definition of beauty, brains and selflessness. A pharmacist by education and nothing short of an angel by profession, Fadia has…
Ayah Mufleh Reviews Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil!
byI think it is safe to say that I’ve found a new addiction! I’ve been using Negin Mirsalehi’s Gisou Honey Infused Hair Oil for…
Hana Hassan || Weaving Threads of Love
byI have probably been wanting to write about Hana for 24 years. Since I first met her at Boutique de France in May 1995. …
Sima Najjar Is One Magnetic Energy Field!
byThis multi-tasking, multi-talented mom, is an energy force …no..more like an energy field all on her own. Sima Najjar; mother of Farah, Laith, and…
Haifa Hajjar Najjar || Women’s Day Wonder Woman
byTalk about women empowerment in our beloved Jordan, Her Excellency Haifa Hajjar Najjar springs to mind. A prominent figure in the educational realm, HE…
Who Runs The World? In Celebration of Women’s Day
byWho runs the world? Well, I think we all know the answer to that.. Those multi-tasking beings that are magically in 6 places…
Ola Asaad || When Health Meets Fitness
byBeautiful, bubbly, and vivacious; but one shouldn’t be fooled. Ola Asaad is a Master Practitioner in Eating Disorders and Obesity as well as being…
Khawla Armouti || A Powerful Agent Of Change
byOne of Jordan’s most influential women and a pioneer in the social development field; Khawla Armouti is a powerful agent of social change and…
Ishimmer Lashes || Aya’s Journey From Mink to Silk
byAs most of you know it took me almost 1-2 years to be able to design ishimmer’s eyelash collection that was made out of…
Ayah Mufleh Reviews Hourglass Veil Retouching Fluid!
byIf you are looking for an oil-free product that doubles as a concealer and highlighter then look no further! HOURGLASS Veil Retouching Fluid is…
Shopping For A New Mascara? Ayah Mufleh Reviews Rodial Beauty GLAMOLASH Mascara
byI just started using Rodial Beauty GLAMOLASH Mascara XXL and I can honestly say that this is one fantastic product. I usually prefer heavier-built…
Meet Mike Saatji || The Talent Behind Mike Joseph Jewelry
byMike Joseph Jewelry, is a name synonymous with femininity, creativity and timelessness. Two brothers, Mike and Joseph, born to a family of Armenian jewellers…
CIIN’s Exclusive Interview with Bvlgari’s Lelio Gavazza and Time Center’s Samir Kayali
byIt’s a idyllic evening in Um Uthainah, the leaves rustle as the Jordanian breeze gently blows through them. Or perhaps it’s to the Italian…
Daneh || A Middle Eastern Label To Be Reckoned With!
byFamed Saudi designer Daneh Buahmad launched her eponymous label in 2010 as a cutting-edge brand that prioritises quality, comfort and an unrivalled sense of…
January Cover Story: The Haute Way with Hiba Asaad
byHiba wears Rami Kadi Haute Couture and Bvlgari’s Divas’ Dream Haute Joaillerie Collection, courtesy of Time Center, Jordan. Hiba wears Krikor…
Al Tumayr || A Fabulous Initiative For A Great Cause!
byFor those of you who know Mona Al Aref know what a bubbly, vivacious and a fun-loving person she is. She is all of…
Meet Ayah Mufleh The Beauty & Brains Behind Ishimmer Lashes
byWe are super excited to announce that Ayah Mufleh; the beauty and brains behind Ishimmer Lashes will be taking over this corner for the…
Ready For A New Eveningwear Brand That Is So Worth Your Time? || Meet THYM!
byThere is no better time to discuss eveningwear than right now! Approaching the year’s end and the much-anticipated season of festivities it’s high time…
AREA || A Fabulous New Brand To Get To Know Right Now!
byWhen a new brand catches our attention we can’t help but investigate! Area is one such brand! Sandals and pants adorned with chandelier tassels…
Meet LA-based Blogger and Designer Anine Bing
byThis article was initially titled: ‘Fashion Brands by Some of Our Favorite Bloggers.’ About an hour into the research it became abundantly clear that…
Lynn Comes ‘Clean’ About Her Divine Apothecary
byCIIN’s exclusive interview with Lynn’s Apothecary Founder Lynn Khoury Soubra You can’t quite tell where you are when you walk into Lynn’s Apothecary. It…
Meet Jude Jweihan || Olivia Burton’s Gifted Brand Ambassador
byOlivia Burton’s beautiful time pieces have so much to tell…..They have managed to tell a vintage tale with romantic twists that is so trending….not…
Dress To Express With Wenin || Our Exclusive Interview with Founder/Designer Salam Dajani
byAuthentic self-expression seems to be Salam’s middle name; for those who know the beautiful Salam Dajani, know that she doesn’t shy away from self-expression…
Meet Reemami’s Reema Al Banna || The Architect of Fashion
byReema Al Banna is the 31-year-old genius designer behind those gorgeous contemporary architectural pieces you have probably seen around, and the denim jacket made…
Amman’s Patek Philippe Store Has Reopened, And Here Are 30 Songs That Praise The Brand
byAmman’s Patek Philippe Store, under Time Center’s umbrella, has reopened its store doors in Um Uthaina, and it’s time to celebrate. The brand has…
Play Food Tourist at these 10 Classic Amman Eateries
byExploring the flavors and textures of a different country’s cuisine is a vacation necessity — so why not make it a staycation one, too?…
Five Fun and Physical Adventures You Need to Embark on this Staycation
byTired of sitting on your couch all day? Ironic — I know — but all staycationers can relate. Pass time and get your heart…
Amman’s Six Rooftops You and Your Staycation Squad Need to Hit ASAP
byYeah, you could say we’re outdoorsy…we like hanging out and dancing with friends at hip rooftops if that counts? We think it does, and…
A Definitive 10-Step Guide to Throwing a Summer Pool Party
byThe best part about summer? The sun, of course, whose maximum enjoyment is reaped by a day spent poolside, lounging atop of tanning beds…
Top 8 Things to Do in Jabal Weibdeh
byYou may be an expert on your own neck of the woods, but exploring one you’re not so familiar with actually makes for a…
Get Your Brunch On at these Six Amman Hotspots
byShamefully awaking during P.M. hours is a vacation-mode cardinal rule, and, luckily, there’s a meal out there perfect for just that schedule: brunch. Whether…
Get to Know CIIN’s New Contributing Writer, Celina Khorma
byI’m Celina Khorma and I study Journalism at New York University in New York City, but Amman, Jordan will always be the city I…
Everything You Need To Know About Celina Khorma’s Staycation Blog
byDo your summer plans consist of nothing but a fair dosage of home? Are you returning from college, and need ideas to keep your…
Speak The Language Of Diamonds With Kayali
byWish Upon A Star….. cross that …I think it’s time we wished upon something much more valuable and tangible… diamonds for example!! Amman’s leading…
Plan Your Dream Wedding With Kayali Jewelry
byAs we approach the end of Ramadan and the official start of Summer, we are also approaching a signifiant season that brings with it…
CIIN’s Exclusive Interview With The Creative Duo Sachin And Babi
byIf you’re as keen as we are about Sachin & Babi Ahluwalia then we’re pleased to meet you! One of our hottest finds at NYFW a…
Aseel Qawasmeh Brings Fashion And More To The Table
bySometimes impressions are more important than facts…and for that reason alone I often times prefer to write a piece about someone without taking much…
Meet Julianna Bass || The Designer Who Isn’t Afraid To Be Herself
byJulianna Bass is a name you might want to memorise. A designer who isn’t afraid to be totally herself in a world governed by…
The Tales of Azza Fahmy || One Jewelry Piece at a Time
byThere is little that hasn’t already been said about the legendary Azza Fahmy, an Egyptian woman that trailblazed into the exclusively male-dominated handcrafted jewelry trade….
Fairouza Kaftans || A Story of Modern Splendor
byI first came across Fairouza at Les Createurs Libanais 2016, the constant flow of traffic towards a specific booth piqued my interest, where were…
Haya Khalifeh || Pastry Chef
byOn the occasion of International Women’s Day on Thursday March 8th, 2018 we teamed up with Darine Alashy of ‘A Minute Marvel’ to celebrate…
Shireen Talhouni || Choreographer
byOn the occasion of International Women’s Day on Thursday March 8th, 2018 we teamed up with Darine Alashy of ‘A Minute Marvel’ to celebrate…
Rula Qatami Abujaber || Birth & Parenting Educator
byOn the occasion of International Women’s Day on Thursday March 8th, 2018 we teamed up with Darine Alashy of ‘A Minute Marvel’ to celebrate…
Rana Haddadin || Ayurvedic Practioner
byOn the occasion of International Women’s Day on Thursday March 8th, 2018 we teamed up with Darine Alashy of ‘A Minute Marvel’ to celebrate…
Lina Khalifeh || Self Defense Trainer
byOn the occasion of International Women’s Day on Thursday March 8th, 2018 we teamed up with Darine Alashy of ‘A Minute Marvel’ to celebrate…
Raya Kassisieh || Fashion Designer
byOn the occasion of International Women’s Day on Thursday March 8th, 2018 we teamed up with Darine Alashy of ‘A Minute Marvel’ to celebrate…
Hiba Khoury || One Love Initiative
byOn the occasion of International Women’s Day on Thursday March 8th, 2018 we teamed up with Darine Alashy of ‘A Minute Marvel’ to celebrate…
Sara Barjakly || Art Psychotherapist
byOn the occasion of International Women’s Day on Thursday March 8th, 2018 we teamed up with Darine Alashy of ‘A Minute Marvel’ to celebrate…
Rawan Barakat: The Marvel Behind Raneen Foundation
byMalala Yousafzai once said “I tell my story not because it is unique, but because it is not. It is the story of many…
Celebrating Azza Fahmy on International Women’s Day!
byWomen empowerment has become a daily task undertaken by us all but we will nevertheless still embrace the occasion of International Women’s Day to…
Meet Darine Alashy || A Marvel Amongst Us!
byWe always feel proud presenting one of our local talents; this time it is a smart, creative and bubbly young lady with a talent…
Mohammad Samhouri’s X is Found and We Found Him!
byWhat makes someone original? That is the ultimate, multi-million (because seriously what’s a million) dollar question and you won’t find the answer on these…
Meet Sarah; The Talented Local Designer Behind “Sheer Sin”!
byUnderclothing is probably among the most overlooked item of clothing – given the fact that it’s always under wraps – but possibly the most…
CIIN’s Exclusive Interview with Designer Constanza Oquendo
byConstanza Oquendo is a name to be reckoned with and memorised, an up and coming Latin American designer who is searching for authenticity in a…
uSFUUR A Different Kind Of Jewelry Brand
byIt seems that whichever way you turn there is a charity waiting for your contribution, times are tough with heartbreaking refugee stories in Syria,…
A New Decade A New Attitude At Ashi Studio
byIt’s been ten years since Mohammed Ashi launched his eponymous label Ashi Studio in a little apartment in Beirut. Today, he stands tall as…
Fashion Designer Miriam Yahya’s Mrs. Keepa is A Keepa !
byIt has happened to the best of them, a blogger or influencer reaches the pinnacle of fame and goes in search of the next…
Walid Al Damirji on His Eponymous Label By Walid
byAnyone that has been to fashion week will tell you that there is fashion news and then there is fake fashion news…Walid Al Damirji…
CIIN’s Exclusive Interview with Dubai StreetStyle’s Lama Jamal
byIn this congested fashion world of bloggers there is a woman that has turned the influencer model on its head, choosing to be behind…
CIIN’s Exclusive Interview with Dee By Dalia’s Dalia El Ali
byI first spotted a Dee by Dalia shirt at a dinner, there was something very expressive about the relatively simple white shirt. A tasteful combination…
Tania Fares Imparts Some Precious Advice to Today’s Young Designers
byAs you can tell CIIN is super excited about Tania Fares’ book launch tomorrow, it’s not very often that a woman of such weight in the…
CIIN’s Exclusive Interview With Amina Mango Founder Of Amina’s Skin Care
byI have always seen Amina Mango, our kids once attended the same school. Tall, beautiful and eccentrically dressed, it is hard to miss her. …
There’s Just Something About Dina Shaban || CIIN’s Girl Crush
byCIIN’s Exclusive Interview With The Inimitable Dina Shaban I didn’t see Dina, I saw Blossom first..You know Blossom from the Power Puff Girls,…
Why We Think Farah Hourani Is The Next Big Thing In Arab Fashion
byLast night’s Fashion Star finale left us brimming with pride at Jordan’s contestant Farah Hourani. The young fashion designer that captured the hearts of…
CIIN’s Exclusive Interview With Inamullumani Founder Luma Qusus Awad
byThere is just something about Luma… Generously inviting me into her home to watch her jewelry-making in action, I am greeted not just with…
Maya Nakhleh Abawat The Heart Beat And Soul Behind Maïa N.
byMaya Nakhleh Abawat is a small, beautifully delicate woman. A doting mother and wife, posting photos of her idyllic family on social media, with…
Deema’s Empire Of Dream Dresses | CIIN’s Exclusive Interview With Deema Al Azzeh Sartawi
byI passed by Deema at her second location, Pronovious, an elegant boutique in the heart of Amman’s Sweifieh shopping district. Perfectly merchandised dresses hang…