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Umm Kulthum’s heritage revered By Azza Fahmy Jewellery

October 10, 2013 | Hadeel El Deeb 3

For past decades and generations yet to come, Umm Kulthum – El Sit (The Lady) – will always be the voice of the Middle East, and Azza Fahmy Jewellery creates a collection in homage to the very ‘Star of the Orient.’

The Suma jewellery collection brings to life the timeless lyrics bringing goose bumps as you delve into their simple but memorable bliss. The pieces are all inspired by the icon’s influential persona and many of her individual jewellery items. Many of the words inscribed in the collection reflect on the Umm Kulthoum’s sublime music and cultural history in the region.

The collection features a selection of sterling silver and 18ct gold statement neck pieces, bangles, bracelets, earrings, and rings, with all pieces engraved with documentations in tribute and honor to the poets and composers behind the magnificent music and voice of this Egyptian legend.

The ‘Suma’ Collar
Statement collar centered with beautiful gold inscriptions alluding to an iconic tune voiced by the legendary Umm Kulthum in 1965.
“??? ?????”
“You are the hope of my life”
Words by Ahmed Shafik Kamel, composed by M. Abdel Wahab 1965.

The diva has left an artistic legacy behind her and construed a dramatic imprint onto Egypt’s culture in the 20th century, often referred to as ‘Egypt’s fourth pyramid.’ A humble country girl with a majestic voice that turned her into Egypt’s ‘Lady’ and knighted her by the King, Umm Kulthum has been recognized for her strong patriotic and altruistic stances, dedicating many of her concerts to raising funds for Egypt during the time of war in the 1960’s. Umm Kulthum was characterized by her pitch black hair, iconic diamond jewels, and signature chiffon handkerchief, the latter now kept at her museum in Cairo.

Tanoura Dancer & Button Earrings
An Avant-guarde mix and match pair of earrings, one taking the shape of a twirling ‘Tanoura’ Sufi dancer, both adorned with words sung by the legend Umm-Kulthum in her latest years.
“??? ??? ?????? ?? ??? ??????? ?? ??? ????? ?? ??? ??????”
“????? ???? ?? ????”
“I was yours before you uttered a word. I taught you but you haven’t learned”
“The heart adores all that is beautiful”
Words by M. Birm Al Tunisy, composed by R. Sonobaty, 1972.

Umm Kalthum’s voice is not something you can describe or put in any form of words, no matter how hard one tries; she has a mystical effect that gets to your every cell almost. What Azza Fahmy did to revive that is absolutely beautiful and gives it quite a respectful and fascinating nod through intricate adornments of her most memorable songs.

Classic Calligraphy Bangle
Sterling Silver classic engraved with calligraphy written by Egyptian Poet Ahmed Ramy and sung by the legendary Umm Kulthum in 1958.
“???? ???? ??? ????? ????? ??? ?? ????… ??? ?? ??? ?? ??? ?????…?? ?????? ?? ????”
“My eyes are used to the sight of you, my heart has given you its reigns
A day that passes without you cannot be counted in my days”
Words by Poet Ahmed Ramy, composed by R. Sonobaty, 1958.

Coins Charms Bracelet Charms coins bracelet adorned with stones, inspired by enchanting words by Egypt’s legend Umm Kulthum and Egyptian Poet Ahmed Ramy- 1937. " ???? ?? ???? ?? ???? ????? ???? ??? ??????” ???? ???? ??? ?????? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ???? ????? ???? ????? ???? ??? ?????? “Rejoice my heart, you’ll live your dreams with your love,

Charms coins bracelet adorned with stones, inspired by enchanting words by Egypt’s legend Umm Kulthum and Egyptian Poet Ahmed Ramy- 1937.
” ???? ?? ???? ?? ???? ????? ???? ??? ??????”
???? ???? ??? ?????? ???? ???? ???? ????
???? ???? ????? ???? ????? ???? ??? ??????
“Rejoice my heart, you’ll live your dreams with your love, Your desire has matched your love, so be loyal, .please your love, your hopes will be fulfilled.”
Words by Ahmed Ramy, composed by Riyadh Al Sonobaty 1937.

Diamond Crescent Necklace
Everyday sterling silver and 18ct gold neck piece inspired by the Egyptian Umm Kolthoum’s iconic crescent Ottomon Brouche and diamond jewellery, adorned with her most popular words in 1964.
“??? ????”
“You’re my eternity”
Words by Ahmed Shafik Kamel, composed by the Egyptian M. Abdel Wahab, 1964.

Calligraphy Pendant
A classic charm pendant beautified with legendary calligraphy inscriptions sung by Egypt’s Umm Kulthoum in 1935, originally written by Poet Ahmed Ramy (1892-1981).
“??? ??? ??????? ????? ??? ???? ?????? ??????”
“Take me to the country of my love. My passion is high, and distance is killing me my love.”
Words by Ahmed Ramy, composed by R. Sonobaty, 1935.

Diamond Chevalier ring engraved with the most popular verse sung by Egypt’s voice Umm Kulthum in 1964.
“??? ????”
“You’re my eternity”
Words by Ahmed Shafik Kamel, composed by the Egyptian M. Abdel Wahab, 1964.

“What more can I say… She’s a role model! A modest woman who turns herself into Egypt’s number 1 lady. I cherish her so much for her admirable artistic, charitable, and nationalistic affairs,” says Azza Fahmy.

If you haven’t done so yet, stop by any of Azza Fahmy Jewellery’s boutiques and do try on Suma’s pieces, and look out for part two of the collection coming out in November 2013.