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Read the latest news and updates about Abeer Shoukry-Al Otaiba, founder of luxury fashion brand SemSem and Al Otaiba Investments, philanthropist, and wife of Emirati Ambassador to the US.

Katy Perry’s Post-Baby Fashion Wardrobe Inspired by Kendall Jenner and Gigi Hadid’s Beloved Brand: SemSem
Recently featured in Grazia Magazine, Katy Perry wears a breathtaking gold SemSem gown to celebrate the birth of her daughter, further solidifying SemSem’s growing popularity among top celebrities, including Gigi Hadid and Blake Lively.

SemSem’s FW24 Collection: Abeer Al Otaiba Honors Egypt’s Timeless Majesty
Adam&Eve (a&e) Magazine spotlights some of the stand-out pieces of SemSem’s FW24 collection. Featuring intricate couture techniques and a regal palette of gold and bronze, the latest collection celebrates the divine feminine and encourages women to embody strength and grace in every moment.

SemSem Founder Abeer Al Otaiba Discusses The Future Direction Of The Fashion House
A&E Magazine sat down with Abeer Al Otaiba to discuss SemSem’s latest collection, how her passion for women empowerment comes through in her designs and where the fashion line is headed.

Abeer and Yousef Al Otaiba Goodwill Fund Supports KHCC Patients
Abeer and Yousef Al Otaiba created their namesake Goodwill Fund to financially support the care and treatment of patients in need at the King Hussein Cancer Center.

CIIN Magazine’s Exclusive Interview With SemSem Founder Abeer Al-Otaiba
CIIN Magazine interviewed entrepreneur and mastermind behind luxury fashion line SemSem — Abeer Al Otaiba — on her inspirations, philosophies and creative endeavors.

Sem Sem at Arab Fashion Week
Abeer Al Otaiba’s luxury clothing brand, SemSem, showcased its Fall 2022 collection at the brand’s runway show during Arab Fashion Week.

Effortlessly Eye Catching: Balqees Fathi Stuns in Timeless SemSem Kaftan
Emirati-Yemeni singer Balqees Fathi is well known for her love of kaftans and extravagant gowns. During her recent visit to Saudi Arabia, Fathi chose a bold yet timeless kaftan for the occasion.

US Led Consortium Wins Bid for the Redevelopment of the Historic Mogamma El Tahrir
Al Otaiba Investments is among a consortium of investors selected to redevelop the Mogamma el Tahrir Complex into CairoHouse, a mixed-use development complex.

Egypt plans new life for Mogamaa, Tahrir’s crumbling bureaucratic monolith
The Sovereign Fund of Egypt and the Ministry of Planning signed a contract with a consortium of three international companies including Al Otaiba Investments to renovate the historic Mogamaa.

Philanthropy in fashion: the Middle East designers embracing the concept
Abeer Al Otaiba is spotlighted among three regional designers who have embraced the world of philanthropic fashion.

Abeer Al Otaiba: 40 Women Behind Middle Eastern Brands 2021
Forbes Middle East featured Abeer Al Otaiba in its exclusive list of the top 40 Women Behind Middle East Brands for 2021.

Muslim consumers want luxury. They just can’t find it
SemSem’s Ramadan collection helps to bring luxury fashion to women in the West.

Katy Perry Celebrates Motherhood in SemSem’s Gold Lamé Gown
Katy Perry embraced her love for Arab designers with an elegantly draped, pleated lamé SemSem gown to celebrate motherhood. Featuring a belted waist and flowing side panels, she shared her look on Instagram with the caption “Mother.”
