“What Should Have Been Home” is Nazzal Studio’s vibrant homage to Palestinian culture and its unwavering resilience. Blending traditional and modern attire, the collection reveres Palestine’s rich history and deep-rooted heritage, imperiled by ongoing challenges. Through the lens of traditional dress and imagery capturing Palestinian defiance against oppressive forces, the collection delivers a potent visual narrative of Palestinian fortitude.
This juxtaposition of resistance manifests in two forms: the preservation of cultural identity and direct portrayals of resistance against oppression. Each textile in the collection is meticulously selected to mirror Palestinian endurance and strength. Nylon symbolizes the harsh realities faced by Palestinians, while silhouettes echo the elegance of the khimar dress, symbolizing Arab traditions.
By melding these elements, the collection creates a striking contrast that encapsulates the Palestinian struggle. The objective of the collection is to craft a transcendent reality that reimagines the Palestinian experience. The chosen colors, such as dark red representing blood and a palette of greys and beiges evoking melancholy, aim to convey various facets of Palestinian culture.
The monochromatic scheme reinforces a sense of otherworldliness, mirroring the Palestinian existence under occupation or displacement, where communication and memory create a new universe of endurance. At its core, the collection radiates a sense of empowerment often overlooked by mainstream media, reflected in the grandiose silhouettes that demand visibility and recognition.
Despite enduring pain and hardship, Palestinians stand united in resilience and solidarity. This sentiment is at the heart of the collection, inspiring all who encounter it to recognize the multifaceted essence of Palestinian identity. To be Palestinian is to embody culture, strength, unity, and the bittersweet realities of existence, a testament to the indomitable spirit of the Palestinian people.
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