IGIGI by Yuliya Raquel Modern Day Cleopatra Collection

08 Aug '11

2 min read

Award-winning American designer brand IGIGI by Yuliya Raquel unveils The Modern Day Cleopatra pre-Fall collection in sizes 12-32 available now at its website. Inspired by one of the most beautiful, charming, and powerful women in history, this collection is designed to infuse a bit of the fantasy and exotic opulence of ancient Egypt into our everyday modern lives. A colorful and engaging behind the scenes video from the collection photo shoot makes the perfect watch for the fashion enthusiast who appreciates the creative process as well as the final product.

“I have been mesmerized by ancient Egypt since I was a child, and I have always dreamed of creating a collection based on my travels through ancient Egypt. I am so happy to have finally fulfilled that dream,” said Yuliya Raquel, Head Designer and Founder. “I was channeling Cleopatra's femininity, her sense of style, and her love of luxury and jewels. My goal is to celebrate the powerful and unapologetic women of today with contemporary designs that provide luxurious and opulent glamour.”

Modern Day Cleopatra consists of casual-to-evening dresses and separates in lightweight georgette and wispy chiffon in the season's hottest animal and abstract floral prints adorned with lavish, hand-beaded ancient Egyptian inspired embellishments with a modern twist. Asymmetric cuts and draping provide for a flattering fit while the use of gold lame lining under some of the chiffons creates a subtle yet luxurious shimmer.

Headquartered in San Francisco, Ca, IGIGI by Yuliya Raquel was founded in 2000 with a mission to transform the world's view of beauty by providing full-figured women with fashion-forward, quality, and well-fitting clothes that would help express their beauty. Collections are designed in-house and produced locally through independent San Francisco Bay Area contractors. IGIGI by Yuliya Raquel has been featured in major fashion and life style magazines like Marie Claire, The Oprah Magazine, People StyleWatch, Ladies Home Journal, Glamour, and Essence, and it has been a favorite among celebrities such as Nikki Blonsky, Kim Coles, KayCee Stroh, Jill Scott, Kelly Price, and Gabourey Sidibe.

IGIGI by Yuliya Raquel

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