Born and raised in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, Yousef Akbar is fascinated by the interaction of the cloth and the body. Akbar is about challenging conventions in cutting and construction of garments while maintaining elegance and femininity. Using recycled and upcycled materials and supporting local artisans in small communities in the Middle East and around the world, the Yousef Akbar brand is built on the spirit of collaboration creating ethical and responsible couture and ready-to-wear.