Bright future for Qatari jewellery designers

Renowned jewellery designer Nada bint Khamis al-Sulaiti is not only creating exquisite pieces but also fostering a vision for the future of Qatari designers. Citing the limitless possibilities that lie ahead for aspiring and emerging designers in the country, the Hairaat Jewellery founder stressed: "The future is very bright. Designers in Qatar have a great opportunity to shine. The world is waiting.”Featured in Qatar Tourism’s latest initiative, "Voices of Qatar”, al-Sulaiti serves as a shining example of success, spotlighting the valuable contributions of local talents to the nation’s history, present, and future. In her Youtube video, she underscored the significance of cultural roots. She encouraged designers to embrace their heritage, saying: "Embrace your culture, love your tradition, and create something that people will fall in love with.”As a first-generation jeweller, al-Sulaiti says she draws inspiration from her upbringing in the desert, near the sea, and believes in translating the hidden beauty of Qatar into wearable art. The transformation of these elements into modern jewellery that suits contemporary tastes has set Hairaat apart in the competitive industry.She challenges the notion that creativity is solely connected to design, asserting that it is intrinsically linked to collaboration. Being part of the vibrant creative industry in Doha, she said she feels fortunate as it continuously pushes her to explore new horizons.A proud product of the Young Qatari Designer initiative, she established her jewellery brand and became a regular exhibitor at the annual Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition. Al-Sulaiti’s journey from nurturing her passion since childhood to receiving international awards and establishing Hairaat Jewellery has made her an epitome of success in the Qatari design scene.One of her crowning achievements was the exhibition of the Sakura Necklace in 2015, a commissioned piece that earned her two international awards: the ‘Merit Award in International Jewellery Design Excellence’ in Hong Kong in 2017 and the ‘Golden Award from A’ Design’ in 2015.Specialising in bespoke jewellery, al-Sulaiti attests that this exquisite piece was key in propelling her career to greater heights and opening doors to new opportunities.She also expresses gratitude for the Young Qatari Designer initiative, underlining its role in supporting and promoting the work of Qatari jewellery designers. According to al-Sulaiti, the initiative serves as an important platform for emerging talents, providing them with the chance to showcase their collections alongside renowned luxury brands.