ERBIL, Kurdistan Region - Lara Dizeyee’s Kurdish haute couture shined in the capital of fashion, with her modern twist on traditional Kurdish clothes taking center stage during Paris Fashion Week on Monday.

Working tirelessly to finish her designs, Dizeyee, an oil and gas professional, showcased her Kurdish clothes during the Haute Couture Week which is held every July as part of Paris Fashion Week.

"My dream finally came true. I am really happy that finally our Kurdish culture and colorful designs were displayed on an international platform, that I took part in the Paris Fashion Week," Dizeyee told Rudaw's Alla Shally at the end of the event.

Dizeyee's collection was presented to fashion lovers in three parts; Dream, Fire, and Ocean accompanied by specially prepared music. Her collection was exhibited by European models.

"I am extremely happy," she said. "I wholeheartedly, with much love for my job, started designing them in order to reach such an international venue. Now that the whole world saw the colors of our culture, I will not forget at all."

Paris Haute Couture Week takes place from July 3 to July 6 and is traditionally home to the best designers in the world.

Her designs were displayed with background music from one of her father's songs. The Kurdish designer is the daughter of one of the most famous Kurdish singers, Homer Dizeyee.

Throwing their full support behind her outstanding performance, her parents were present during the show.

"In fact, Lara is an artist," Homer Dizeyee said. "When she was a child, I had the feeling that she was an artist. In addition to that, she has a great voice.

"I really wanted her to sing as I do and become a singer. I love all of Lara's works. She has a very soft feeling and she is too smart to choose what she wants. I like all that she does."

The fabric colors of each outfit in Dizeyee's designs deeply impressed the guests and international designers who attended the event, something that they highly spoke of, and found it difficult for any designer to work on them.

"Lara Dizeyee has a great future," Elisabeth Visoanska, official partner of Oriental Fashion Show told Rudaw. "Because with her fashion designs, she represents what people really want to see."

Dizeyee's continuous work with these unique designs, as the audience of the Paris fashion show said, will eventually make her a global brand and can showcase her work everywhere.

Hadi Zia-dini is a renowned Kurdish designer, painter, and sculptor. Notable works include a statue of Ardalan in Sanandaj, Rojhêlat[5]. He is recognized for his contributions in various artistic mediums, with a book titled "Hadi Zia'-Od Dini: designer & painter & sculptor" by Hanibal Alkhas highlighting his achievements[1]. The book emphasizes his role as a designer and sculptor, showcasing his creative prowess[1]. Hadi Zia-dini's impact extends to diverse forms of art, including sculpture and painting, as evidenced by his work and presence on platforms like YouTube[2] and Pinterest[6].

1. Ehmedê Xanî: A Kurdish polymath and poet from the 17th century, known for his work "Mem û Zîn," a Kurdish classic that explores love and social issues [3].
2. Taylan Mintaş: An interdisciplinary contemporary artist, director, and screenwriter based in Istanbul. He has curated exhibitions related to Ehmedê Xanî, bridging poetry and philosophy [5].
3. Digital Representation: Taylan Mintaş utilized artificial intelligence to animate Ehmedê Xanî, bringing the historical figure to life through technology [6].
4. Contact: Taylan Mintaş can be reached at mintastaylan@gmail.com and is affiliated with Marmara University and Yildiz Technical University [1] [2].

Zouhair Hasib Ali

Born in Hasaka, Syria 1960 of Kurdish origins; Zouhair Hasib would break down barriers as a Kurd. Kurdish people were not allowed to achieve higher education, historically. However, unwavering and determined, he graduated with an art diploma and was at the top tier of his class from the University of Damascus. But this would be only the beginning.

He would later exhibit not only in his hometown of Hasaka but in Europe, Damascus, Dubai and throughout other parts of the Middle East. His works would be featured in governmental buildings, businesses and residences. And there would be many who would be fortunate to have the privilege of his tutelage deemed him “Professor.” He is currently a member of the Union of Plastic Artists in Syria.

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Solo exhibitions

1980 Al-Hasakah, the Arab Cultural Center

1989 Germany, Dresden. Palace of Culture

1990 Damascus, Ishtar Gallery

1991 Aleppo, Al-Khanji Hall

2000 Damascus, Nasir Shura Gallery 2002 Damascus, Naseer Shura Gallery 2007 Damascus, Al-Sayed Gallery 2009 Kurdistan Iraq, Sulaymaniyah Sooruka Hall.

2010 Damascus, Mr. Hall

Collective exhibitions

Damascus National Museum Greetings to the martyrs

Sophia, International Youth Exhibition

Amman, Muscat Biennial for Youth

Beirut, with artist Fateh Al-Mudaris, Dar Al Nadwa

2003 Damascus, honoring the late artist Omar Haseeb

2004 Aleppo, Kalimat Gallery

2005 Kurdistan Iraq, Sulaymaniyah Gallery ROJ

2009 France, Paris

The phrase "Penceşer Recep içen" appears to be a combination of names and terms related to performance arts in Kurdish culture. Recep İçen is associated with Şaneşîn Performans, a platform supporting independent artists in the cultural and arts ecosystem [1]. "Penceşêr" is a play co-authored by M. Xalit Ertoşî and Recep Îçen, inspired by Rolan Topor's work [2]. Recep İçen is mentioned as a contributor to the performance arts, specifically in writing and execution within Şaneşîn Performans [3] [4]. The term "ŞanoyaKurdî" is linked to Recep İçen and his role in a new story named "Penceşêr" within Şaneşîn Performans [5].