OMANI BUILDING FASHION

Interested in Omani El Omrane since the foot and invented in the commends the buildings and palaces which have become in the present archaeological evidence tells the story of Arab-Islamic architecture.

And spread in the cities Omani castles and forts, which stands for originality and striking at the root of culture history, and built towers on mountains and highlands overlooking the city guarded by the plots of the greedy.

And is often associated with the emergence and expansion of the city of Oman is the presence of water valleys, and as a means of defense is a fort or castle,The city of Oman to maintain the architectural splendor of compact houses regularly built on the slopes of the mountains and valleys on the banks, and is characterized by balconies, windows and doors are decorated and adorned.
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Experienced physical movement in the Sultanate during the reign may God protect him leap and broad, so that changed the face of life in the valleys and mountains and the valley and the coast, and in spite of the use of the latest hardware and follow the methods of modern construction, it has retained the Omani architecture nature inherent to mixed heritage of the old Omani architecture of modern . This has resulted in immiscible modernity own modern Omani architecture in a coordinated and harmonious distinguish cities and urban communities, Oman, and adds them more of beauty, and takes into account the trend in the physical assets of the Arab-Islamic architecture and to adapt to circumstances and the nature of the environment.Omani architecture has proved its authenticity and superiority by winning several times the Arab Cities Organization Award for the best architectural project in the Arab world.
In 1986, won the building of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Oman won the first session of the Organization of Arab cities as the best architectural project Arabic in that it has the characteristics of personal architectural Arab and Islamic with the availability of components and features of local architecture of wood decorated and appropriate building to environmental conditions and design approval on the idea of open courtyard who works on the introduction of natural light and the renewal of air in sufficient quantities, which is similar to historic palaces built in different Islamic eras.Neighborhood ministriesIn 1992 won the building market, Nizwa won the best project architect Arabic as a monumental architecture that was implemented on the nature of the Arab-Islamic traditional, where he was design consistent and harmonious with the historic buildings surrounding the market and the most important of Nizwa Fort, the historical due date of construction to 1668.
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Also won the Building of Muscat Municipality Award Arab Towns Organization in 1995, where he won City Hall Muscat prize as the best architectural project Arabic, combining the municipal building between the lack of Muscat, the old lines and modern architecture, and fits with the environment and the climate of Oman, and made the decorations and stained glass add a new art architecture of Oman to the domes of the building and its contracts and Bhoh procedure.
Muscat MunicipalityThe win over the Sultanate prizes Arab Towns Organization as a result of its adherence to the architectural heritage of all the inherent features of the Arab-Islamic tradition.

 

The Architecture of Oman can be categorized into various kinds which depend on the location, the building and the material used for construction. The main groups consist of mosques, mansions, houses and forts. The specific combination of materials used in the Architecture in Oman depends mainly upon the type of building and the location,where it is to be constructed. The important building materials utilized in Oman consist of stones, baked bricks, mud bricks, palm trees, mangrove poles and lime which is mainly used for plaster and mortar.

The most common form of Architecture at Oman on the coast until recently, was the palm-frond house. These houses take various forms from single-room which are temporarily used for date harvest to large enclosure including summer and winter rooms. The summer houses have pitched roofs called Khaymah meaning tent and the winter houses have flat roofs. The main support of the houses are provided by the palm trunks which are placed externally. In Oman there are many houses made of other materials which are provided with palm-frond verandas or roofs.

OMANI MEN FASHION

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The national dress for Omani men is a simple, ankle-length, collarless gown with long sleeves called the dishdasha. The colour most frequently worn is white, although a variety of other colours such as black, blue, brown and lilac can also be seen. Its main adornment is a tassel (furakha) sewn into the neckline, which can be impregnated with perfume. Underneath the dishdasha, a plain piece of cloth covering the body is worn from the waist down. Omani men may wear a variety of head dresses. The muzzar is a square of finely woven woollen or cotton fabric, wrapped and folded into a turban. Underneath this, the kummar, an intricately embroidered cap, is sometimes worn. The shal, a long strip of cloth acting as a holder for the khanjar (a silver, hand-crafted knife or dagger) may be made from the same material as the muzzar. Alternatively, the holder may be fashioned in the form of a belt made from leather and silver, which is called a sapta. On formal occasions, the dishdasha may be covered by a black or beige cloak, called a bisht. The embroidery edging the cloak is often in silver or gold thread and it is intricate in detail. Some men carry the assa, a stick, which can have practical uses or is simply used as an accessory during formal events. Omani men, on the whole, wear sandals on their feet.

Omani National Dress for Men   
                 The national dress for men in Oman is an ankle-length, collarless gown with long sleeves called the dishdasha. The most prominent color for this dress is white though other colors can also be seen. It is adorn with a tassel called furakha or karkusha sewn into the neckline. It is scented with perfume or frankincense. Underneath the dishdasha, a plain piece of cloth is worn that covers the lower part of body.

The most noted regional differences in dishdasha designs are the style with which they are embroidered. Embroidery also varies according to age group with more detail included for the younger generation. On formal occasions, the dishdasha is covered by a black or beige cloak called bisht. The embroidery edging the cloak is often in silver or gold thread and it is intricate in detail.

Omani man's costume is not complete without the headdress and khanjar ( silver, handcrafted knife or dagger). There are two types of headdresses for men, i.e., muzzhar and kummah. The muzzhar is a square of finely woven woolen or cotton fabric wrapped and folded into a turban. It is generally of single color decorated with various embroidered patterns and worn for official engagements and the workplace. The kummah is an intricately embroidered cap worn during leisure hours. Traditionally, kummah is hand-embroidered and comes in a multitude of colors and styles.

The shal is a long strip of cloth that is tied around the waist to hold the khanjar. It may be made from the same material as the muzzhar. The holder may be designed in the form of a belt made from leather and silver called a sapta.

The Khanjar                           The curved dagger, the khanjar is a distinguishing feature of the Omani personality as well as an important symbol of male elegance. It is traditionally worn at the waist. The shape of the khanjar is always the same and is characterised by the curve of the blade and by the near right- angle bend of the sheath. Sheaths may vary from simple covers to ornate silver or gold-decorated pieces of great beauty and delicacy. In thepast the silver khanjars were made by melting down Marie Theresa silver coins. Different types of khan jars are named after the regions in which they are made and vary according to size, shape, type of metal and the overlay. The top of the handle of the most usual khanjar is flat but the "Saidi" type, which takes its name from the Ruling Family, has an ornate cross-shaped top.  However, all possess certain common features and have the same components:       • The hilt may be made of costly rhinocerous horn or substitutes such as        sandalwood and marble.       • The blade determines the value of the khanjar according to its strength and         quality.     • The sadr, or upper part of the sheath, is decorated with silver engraving,     • The sheath , the most striking part of the khanjar, is worked with silver threads.                          Khanjars are supported on belts of locallymade webbing, sometimes interwoven with     silver thread or belts of leather covered by finely woven silver wire with handsome silver  buckles, and a knife with an ornate handle of silver thread is often stuck into a simple leather pouch behind the sheath.Khanjars are worn on formal occasions and at feasts and holidays, and almost all Omani men boast one . Once worn in self-defence, the khanjar is today both a fashion accessory and a prestige item much in demand.

Omani Women Fashion Designers

Fashion is always changing, slightly elusive, extremely seductive.It has the power to transform an image and make a social statementThe costume of Omani women is colorful and ornate and reflects regional variations. The main component of a woman’s costume is an outfit worn over the trousers called sirwal and the headdress called lihaf. The elaborate embroidery on women costumes can take up to two months to complete. Omani women wear elaborate gold and silver jewelry around the head, neck, wrists, ankles, fingers and toes. Most women wear sandals or western type fashion shoes. Many women paint their hands and feet with henna, especially before weddings, holidays and festivals

What is fashion anyway

Dictionary.com's definitions:

The prevailing style or custom, as in dress or behavior: out of fashion.

Something, such as a garment, that is in the current mode: a swimsuit that is the latest fashion.

The style characteristic of the social elite: a man of fashion.

To some, fashion is an art form. To others, it is almost a religion.

But for most people it is a method of utilizing clothing, accessories and hair to show or hide something about yourself.

You can use fashion to express yourself, to serve as an extension of your personality: goth, skater, soccer mom, professional.

Or you can use fashion to disguise your true self:a conservative in vamp clothing, a vamp in conservative clothing.

Fashion statements can be made with clothes, accessories, shoes, hair, makeup, even you cellphone.

Muscat, Oman] Situated on the edge of the Arabian Peninsula, the Sultanate of Oman possesses a rich, textured history, which has witnessed much cultural interfacing over the centuries, whether through Omani sailors trading across distant shores or through being located on the famed Silk Route.

However, whilst embracing and assimilating the trappings of modern development only as recently as 1970 with the ascension of its ruler, Sultan Qabus Bin Sa'id to the throne, the country remains firm in its dedicated commitment to preserving and maintaining its traditions, whether they pertain to architecture, handicrafts, or costume.

Omani fashion designers are nevertheless experimenting and innovating within the scope of traditional wear, particularly with regard to women. They are aware of prevailing global fashion influences and incorporate them into their designs in the local context; they also mine the abundant lode of cultural traditions of their country for inspiration as well.

Women figure prominently among the number of designers who are appearing on the fashion scene in Oman, each intent on articulating their personal fashion vision intertwined with respect for traditional sensibilities and

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In the region of Muscat, plain or printed cotton cloth with geometric or flower patterns is used to prepare thawb. The thawb is decorated with gold and silver bands as well as tilli (locally made braid) around the neckline and cuffs. Sinjaaf (piece of cloth of different color) is attached to the lower hem of the thawb. The sirwaal is often decorated with broad patterns from the knee to the ankle.

Waqaya (3-m long shawl of light cotton cloth with tassels of colored wool along the shorter ends) is used to cover the head. The tassels may also be woven from colored silk or gold and silver thread.

In the region of Al Batinah, the female attire consists of three components of various colors. The thawb falls down up to 30 cm below the knee. The shaqq (neckline) is embroidered with patterns of braid and bands. The complex embroidery on the chest portion is called mussader. The lower hem of the thawb is also embroidered and edged with the sinjaf. Omen from Al Batinah wear two types of pantaloons - al-yadila and al-khayali. Waqaya (head cover) of this region is distinguished by tassels at the shorter ends. The shayla (shawl) is worn over the whole ensemble when leaving the house.

How can I work in fashion

Depending on what you want to do -- from designing to retailing -- there are many paths you can take to get to your destination.

Education is a vital ingredient: many universities offer excellent fashion merchandising courses.

Work experience is another necessary step to working as a professional in the fashion industry. Experience at the retail level (as a sales person in a store) is a great way to get a feel for how consumers buy, mix or reject clothing.

Many students are initially attracted to fashion because it seems like a glamorous business:to some degree it is.

But the majority of clothing and accessories that are designed, manufactured and sold have absolutely nothing to do with the glitzy shows associated with famous designers.

The majority of people working in fashion have behind-the-scenes jobs at less-than-glamorous wages. Regardless, most who work in the industry are charged by its vibrancy and creativity and get rewards other than fame and fortune (a fun job, creative outlet, etc.).