DUBAI: Dahlia Razzook is an US-Lebanese luxury womenswear designer who was born and raised in Houston, Texas, before moving to London to pursue her studies in fashion design. For the latest updates, follow us on Instagram @arabnews.lifestyle During her first year at the London College of Fashion, she was offered an internship at Alexander McQueen. She would go on to cut her teeth at prestigious labels such as Ralph & Russo and Marchesa. After honing her skills at other design houses, she decided it was time to launch her own namesake contemporary ready-to-wear label shortly after obtaining her Bachelor’s in “Fashion Design Technology: Surface Textiles.” Thus the label Dahlia Razzook was born. Dahlia Razzook Fall 2021 ready-to-wear. Supplied For her Fall 2021 collection, which she showcased digitally during London Fashion Week — which took place between June 12-14 — the designer decided to churn out a perfectly timed lineup of dresses as COVID-19 restrictions ease and we’re able to enjoy a night out again. Featuring just five pieces, Razzook focuses on stylish, fashion-forward pieces that can transition from day to night with ease. The babydoll looks are relatively pared back, sans any kind of embellishment or intricate handiwork, save for a sleeveless black dress with a lace bodice. Dahlia Razzook Fall 2021 ready-to-wear. Supplied The designer relied on comfortable, luxurious materials such as satin and silk as well as feminine colors like red and peach to uplift the offering. In addition to these ready-to-wear pieces, the designer also offers custom haute couture pieces tailored specifically for her clients. Razzook first made a name for herself with her Spring 2018 ready-to-wear collection, which was inspired by the Epic of Gilgamesh – a poem from ancient Mesopotamia. Dahlia Razzook Fall 2021 ready-to-wear. Supplied According to the designer, the collection was also a tribute to her Arab roots: “It’s also the same place where my ancestors are from,” she said. The made-in-England collection featured trousers, tops, dresses, cocktail and evening dresses, scarves and accessories that were all either digitally printed and/or exquisitely hand-embroidered from silk, down to the lining. She showcased the collection during New York Fashion Week, and received praise from prestigious fashion publications such as British Vogue.