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Natalie Tahhan

Innovator, Designer, Cultural Preserver, Trendsetter, Entrepreneur

Born
1985
Born in
Jerusalem, Palestine
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Why Natalie is here

Natalie Tahhan's inclusion in the Hall of Fame is attributed to her pioneering work in contemporary Palestinian fashion. She has skillfully blended traditional Palestinian embroidery with modern design elements, thereby promoting Palestinian culture and heritage through her unique fashion statements. Her creation of the 'Prints of Palestine' collection stands as a significant contribution, influencing not just the Palestinian fashion industry but also gaining recognition abroad. Her work, which resonates with cultural preservation and trendsetting in fashion, cements her as a leading figure in the fashion world and a vital preserver of Palestinian heritage.

Their story

Natalie Tahhan is a Palestinian fashion designer known for her innovative approach to traditional Palestinian fashion. She has creatively integrated historical Palestinian elements, especially 19th-century embroidery, into contemporary designs. Her brand, Natalie Tahhan SP, based in Jerusalem, emphasizes luxurious high-end womenswear that communicates the rich Palestinian heritage.

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Milestones

The moments that shaped Natalie’s path.

  1. Education

    Following high school, Tahhan enrolled in the Womenswear program at the University of the Arts: London College of Fashion, gaining expertise in adapting traditional designs to contemporary fashion.

  2. Career Launch

    She launched her self-titled brand, 'Natalie Tahhan,' in 2015, a luxury womenswear label in Jerusalem.

  3. Innovative Approach

    Tahhan introduced digital design techniques in fashion, replacing traditional cross-stitching and embroidery with digitally printed fabrics.

  4. International Recognition

    Tahhan's designs have garnered a following both locally and internationally, particularly in the Gulf, where she sells her clothes online.

  5. Cultural Impact

    Through her brand, she is reviving the Palestinian production and textile industry, promoting local talent, and highlighting Palestinian culture.

Legacy

What they built, changed and left behind.

  1. Modernizing Traditional Motifs

    Tahhan's designs ingeniously blend traditional Palestinian embroidery and motifs with contemporary fashion.

  2. Creating Employment Opportunities

    As the head designer of her brand, she works with freelance seamstresses in Jerusalem, thereby supporting the local economy.

  3. Prints of Palestine Collection

    This collection focuses on showcasing diverse Palestinian heritage and culture through historical embroidery motifs.

  4. Social Media and International Outreach

    Tahhan has effectively used social media and participated in international tradeshows to market and share her designs globally.

  5. Advocating for Local Manufacturing

    Her vision includes supporting exclusively Palestinian-manufactured designs, promoting local industries and development.

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