Although maximalist dressing is all the rage right now, if your style is in that awkward in-between stage of sleek minimalism and experimental “messy” chic, Alisha B gets you. With looks that range from patterned maxi dresses, colour-blocked co-ords, and intricate abayas, Alisha teeters the balance of minimalism and experimentation without overdoing it and it’s why we can’t help but save every post for our modest fashion inspo.
A landscape architect and interior designer, Alisha is also the founder of Umáy design studio, where clean lines and greenery elevate and soften each space. She uses the same thoughtful eye for her style. Loose, breezy silhouettes help with the Gulf climate as she navigates a vibrant palette of neutrals, pastels, and jewel tones. With Alisha, everything is tried at least once, whether that’s funky patterns, textures, or colour blocking techniques put together through accessories.
Another aspect of Alisha’s feed that we absolutely adore is her abaya styling. With a preppy look tying together all her outfits, her profile also serves as the perfect place to learn the ins and outs of abaya styling. Whether it’s a casual pairing with jeans, a polished look with a blazer abaya, or a dreamy, romantic fit with lace embroidery, Alisha demonstrates how each look can come on its own with the right shoes, jewellery, and hair styling.
It’s why simply wearing the clothes isn’t enough, just like how placing a coffee table isn’t enough to bring a room together. Alisha’s interior design brain works just like her stylist one, with a penchant for clean lines and the little details. And it gives us—and 35k others—how to experiment without getting overwhelmed and how to trade in the modest layers for intentional styling.
