Hijabi Pop Art Collection - The Evolution of Traditional Dress and Culture

The Hijabi Pop Art Collection is a vibrant and eye-catching celebration of the traditional clothing, and the women of Saudi Arabia. This Collection was selected by the NOFA Resort - A Radisson Collection Hotel in Riyadh for the 2023 Saudi National Day Exhibition. This collection is now on exhibition at the Al Khozama Hotel in KAUST and has sold out.

The collection highlights the evolution of traditional clothing, honoring history and tradition, whilst incorporating modern transformations and the rapid progressive movement in Saudi Arabia in this decade. The artworks feature bold and colorful depictions of hijabs and abayas, rendered in the iconic Pop Art style with a twist incorporating traditional Islamic Geometry serving as the foundation on which these artworks were created.

Each piece contains hidden Augmented Reality (AR) which makes the artwork come to life through the free ARTIVIVE APP, creating a new dimension for art enthusiasts to enjoy and interact with this collection.

The artist captures the beauty and grace of these garments, while also highlighting their evolution over time. From the traditional black abaya with leather Batoola mask to more colorful designs , and completing the collection with Barnawi, The first Arab female astronaut.

Rayyanah Barnawi made history in May, 2023, by traveling aboard the Falcon 9 rocket to the International Space Station, as the first female Saudi and Arab Astronaut in space.

The Hijabi Pop Art Collection is a powerful statement about the importance of cultural identity and the beauty of diversity. It is a reminder that fashion is not just about trends, but also about expressing oneself, one’s heritage and one’s culture.