From Mindanao to Melbourne: International designer to showcase Southern Philippines’ colours and fashion

An opportunity to study in Paris led to 18 years of designing for Saudi Royalty, today Amir Sali spends his his time teaching his fellow Filipinos the art of bead-work and designing.

Growing up in the Southern Philippines, Amir Sali's color pallet and design inspirations were influenced by Muslims festive outfits and the marine life he saw while scuba diving. Credit: Josiah Bacario of ODS productions

Key Points

• Amir Sali spent a lot of time scuba diving which opened his vision to recreating the colors of marine life in the clothes he designs.
• He was first contracted to design curtains for the Royal Family of Saudi Arabia, that contract lasted 18 years.
• He has designed for Hollywood celebrities like Halle Berry, J Lo and Shakira.

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