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Hot looks fresh off the runway

Last updated on: April 16, 2014 17:52 IST

Image: A Rami Kadi creation
Photographs: Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

The hottest styles showcased at Fashion Forward Dubai 2014.

The recently concluded third edition of Dubai fashion week -- Fashion Forward -- showcased some exquisite concepts by several Middle eastern designers.

Here's a look at some of the most unique creations we spotted.

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Bling and glitter

Image: Creations by Amato by Furne One
Photographs: Stuart C Wilson/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Amato designs stood out with their plunging necklines, intricate nose rings and sequins.

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Exquisite cuts

Image: Models walk the ramp in Ronald Abdala creations
Photographs: Stuart C Wilson/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

British-Lebanese designer Ronald Abdala's rebellious streak manifested on the catwalk in the form of some uncharacteristically minimalist designs.

His creative embellishments, edgy draping stood out.

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Red carpet fashion

Image: A model walks in a Ronald Abdala creation
Photographs: Stuart C Wilson/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Yet another Ronald Abdala edgy gown featured a very eye-catching neckline on a fiery red gown.

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Metallic glam

Image: Models walk the ramp in Essa creations
Photographs: Ian Gavan/Stuart C Wilson/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Indian origin designer Essa Bhagoorwala's line was dominated by European fabrics and a lots of metallic hues.

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Lara Croft look

Image: Models walk the ramp in Taller Marmo creations
Photographs: Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Riccardo Audisio and Yago Goicoechea, the men behind Taller Marmo revealed at the show that their line was inspired from Lara Croft's look.

It's little wonder then, that we see a lot of minimalistic, outdoorsy designs.

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Flirty and fun

Image: Models walk th eramp in Starch creations
Photographs: Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

One of the more casual and hassle-free dressing designs, the Starch line came as a breath of fresh air.

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Rock chick

Image: Models walk the ramp in Starch creations
Photographs: Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Kage's outfits channeled young, rock chick glam with perfection with their gold and black pairings.

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Fresh and fuss-free

Image: Creations from the Grazia Emerging Designer, left, and Said Mahrouf shows.
Photographs: Ian Gavan, left, Stuart C. Wilson /Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Light, flowing fabrics, and fuss-free designs made an appearance in the Grazia Emerging Designer segment (left) as well as on Said Mahrouf's showing.

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Curve-tracing cuts

Image: A model walks in a Rami Kadi creation
Photographs: Stuart C Wilson/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Rami Kadi's use of showstopping bold colours and even bolder silhouettes were a huge draw.

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Floaty elegance

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Flowing fabrics and traditional ethnic embroidery were the highlights of veteran designer Zareena's showcase.

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Luxe layers

Image: Zareena creations
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High on mesh details, vibrant colours and extravagant headgears, Zareena's clothes grabbed attention.

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Pretty pastels

Image: Models walk in Zayan Ghandour creations
Photographs: Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Designer Zayan Ghandour's line, titled Renegade Princess, was replete with pastel shades and black accentuates.

Flirty and youthful in tone, the designs were high on functionality too.

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Sheer lace

Image: A model walks the ramp in an Ezra creation
Photographs: Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Manila-born designer Ezra's line was dominated by a lot of sheer detailing and intricate embroidery.

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The normcore look?

Image: Models walk the ramp in Tahir Sultan creations
Photographs: Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Kuwaiti-Indian designer Tahir Sultan's designs were distinctly conservative yet luxurious.

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Go solid

Image: Models walk the ramp in Bashar Assaf creations
Photographs: Ian Gavan/Stuart C Wilson/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Solid colours, long skirts and trench coat variations from designer Bashar Assaf's collection stood out.

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How to wear lace

Image: Models walk in Ronald Abdala creations
Photographs: Ian Gavan/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

Other Abdala outfits featured lace accentuates and shiny fabric.

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Fiery Fashion

Image: Models walk the ramp in Jean Louis Sabaji creations
Photographs: Stuart C Wilson/Getty Images for Fashion Forward

By far the most bizarre of all the showcased designs at Fashion Forward, Jean Louis Sabaji's line was big on bold colours and unusual silhouettes.