World’s Most Expensive Red Abaya Dress Launched in Dubai

Debbie Wingham, launched the world’s most expensive Red Diamond Abaya who launched the world’s most expensive Black Diamond Dress last year.

Between March 21^st and March 25^th, Debbie returned to Raffles Dubai to unveil this bejewelled masterpiece valued at a staggering £11.7 million (AED65.1 million) and making it notably the most expensive garment in the world.

Centre stage of the Abaya sits the world’s most expensive and rarest diamond; the red diamond.  One in every one hundred million diamonds is a natural red color, making it the rarest diamond in the world. The Abaya will also feature black diamond’s – Debbie’s signature stones, along with white diamonds and of course the rare red diamond which will be the Pièce de résistance. The Abaya boasts over 200,000 hands stitched in 14 carat white gold thread, the other details found on the embellishment include an intricate layering detail and delicate beading detail with a raised flower effect all crafted by hand.

This masterpiece was born out of Debbie’s love and affinity with Dubai and her plans to make it her second home. The world’s most expensive Red Diamond Abaya has inspired a whole collection of beautiful and modern Abaya using Debbie’s signature flair and couture techniques while respecting the traditional dress and culture that she herself admires.

Debbie’s red diamond collection was showcased in Raffles’ stunning Penthouse Suite with   private viewings.

In addition, Raffles Salon has unveiled the 2013 Spring Summer Collection of Dubai’s only Fashion Afternoon Tea. An edible ‘bake’ on the trends of the season, this tea will also see replicas from Debbie’s red diamond range during the week of the showcase- stylishly mastered by Raffles exceptional pastry team.