To celebrate the UAE Embassy’s new book in France, Her Excellency Hend Al Otaiba opted for an elegant, and thoughtfully created ensemble by none other than Rami Al Ali.
HE Hend Al Otaiba speaking at Majlon book launch. Photo: Astrid Staes / Say Who
This June, Her Excellency Hend Al Otaiba, UAE’s first ever female ambassador to France, celebrated a milestone moment in her career: the launch of the UAE Embassy’s new book. A collaborative effort between the ambassador and UAE-based publishing house Mazara Edition, the book, titled Majlon, made its grand debut at the French National Library, Salle Labrouste, in the presence of close friends and noteworthy names including Baron Eric de Rothschild, Arab World Institute President Jack Lang, Catherine Bonifassi of Rizzoli New York, and Vogue Arabia editor-in-chief Manuel Arnaut. Also there to meet with Her Excellency and get a first look at Majlon were Egyptian Mezzo-Soprano Farrah El Dibany, and designers Ahlem Manai-Platt and Sara Chraibi.
HE Hend Al Otaiba UAE Ambassador to France and Monaco and Jack Lang, Arab World Institute President. Photo: Astrid Staes / Say Who
For the reveal, the ambassador, who has long been admired not just for her work, but also for her timeless style, opted for an elegant ensemble that beautifully reflected her personal aesthetic and was brought to life by none other than star designer Rami Al Ali. “It is an immense privilege to dress Her Excellency, Mrs. Hend Al Otaiba, especially on such a significant occasion as the launch of her new book,” the Syrian designer — who has dressed the likes of Beyoncé, Jennifer Lopez, and Youssra — told Vogue Arabia. A creamy kaftan-inspired dress, Her Excellency’s outfit stood out for its quiet elegance, and also gave a nod to her labor of love, which will soon be available to avid readers worldwide. “I incorporated a touch of green [into the outfit], reflecting the color of the ribbon inside the book to create a cohesive…
