Ilái Sarái welcomed an inspiring circle of the region’s leading cultural voices, including Persian models Baran Ghias and Dorsa Hosseini, dressed by the brand, embodying its modern expression of heritage. The debut collection Wadi 00/ Quest represents an exploration of beginnings, from darkness, to becoming to light, reflecting a journey of awakening. The collection was unveiled through three unique acts that unfolded, alongside evocative performances by Shan Nash and Mr Dervish.
Wadi 00 / Quest was inspired by Kurdish tribal dress, Attar’s Conference of the Birds, and the movement from darkness into light, the pieces blend sculptural strength with fluid femininity. Designed in collaboration with the Vaqar sisters, the collection is both modern and deeply rooted in Persian heritage: monochrome tones echo the stillness of the desert, wing-like silhouettes reference flight and liberation, and every garment serves as a vessel for storytelling.
Founded by Saina Babaee, the brand’s creative director, Ilái Sarai is a Persian-inspired luxury lifestyle house born in the UAE, rooted in centuries of storytelling and craft. From fashion to ceramics and cultural curation, Ilái Sarai celebrates the soul of artisanry and the power of tradition as a living, evolving experience.
The collection is now available at Ilái Sarái.com, with trunk shows planned for December in Dubai, followed by KSA and London in 2026.
