Leading Ladies

In this inspiring episode of Leading Ladies of the Middle East, we go behind the scenes at Banaat FC, the UAE’s pioneering all-women football club, with its visionary founder and president Budreya Faisal. Discover how this Egyptian-Emirati entrepreneur went from studying graphic design to becoming a trailblazer in Middle Eastern sports, launching her own football club and breaking barriers for women in the region. Budreya shares her career journey, the challenges she faced, and her mission to empower the next generation of female athletes in the Arab world.

We go behind-the-scenes with one of the most stylish women on screen in the Middle East. The Saudi TV personality and co-founder of Padel Pursuit and salon, Bimini Beauty, is known for turning heads with her statement fashion choices. From a full home tour – including her eclectic art collection and wardrobe – to a site visit to her salon, padel session and incredible lunch, the team spend the day with her. Plus, they meet her red-carpet stylist of choice, Zeina Kilani…

We go behind-the-scenes with one of the coolest women on the Middle East fashion scene. The Egyptian-born, Dubai-based designer – founder of ready-to-wear brand Mrs Keepa and couture line Mrs Keepa Studio – is known for her avant garde style, making her a regular on the fashion week roster. From a full tour of her enviable wardrobe including plenty of Gucci to a full tour of her home & artwork. The team got a walk through of her studio & new collection. Plus, take a trip to the atelier to see the garments being made. Then, Nadine Kanso joins the team and Mrs Keepa for dinner alongside the head of Arab Fashion Council & Dubai Fashion Week - it’s a jampacked episode.

We go behind-the-scenes of founder & Creative Director of Bilarabi – a jewellery brand specialising in Arabic calligraphy. An all-round trendsetter, cultural entrepreneur & artist, Nadine is one of the most respected names in the industry.

We go behind-the-scenes of brand consultant, stylist & interior design expert. Whether she’s transforming wardrobes or interior spaces, tastemaker Sam’s approach to style is the ultimate combination of modern & minimalist .

We go behind-the-scenes of philanthropist, founder of eyewear brand Karen Wazen & an executive board member of Fashion Trust Arabia. Her 8 million Instagram followers are testament to Karen’s light-hearted, candid & personal approach.

We go behind-the-scenes of the founder of SoMatcha, Treat Products & Treat Salon. An architecture graduate, Yara started as a beauty content creator before launching her Matcha brand & opening her first salon in Riyadh.

We go behind-the-scenes of co-founders of Ego & East talent management agency & partners in Maison Pyramide. As social media personalities & agency founders, the Lebanon-born sisters are visual style experts who are fully immersed in the industry.

We go behind-the-scenes of beauty director & founder of Sharon Drugan Studio. Having worked with A-listers like Sharon Stone, along with incredible brands such as Dior, it’s fair to say that what she doesn’t know about make-up isn’t worth knowing.