Tahliah Debrett Barnett, better known as FKA Twigs, chose Pakistani designer Zohra Rahman’s statement Kanta earrings for her Rolling Stone UK Album of the Year cover shoot for EUSEXUA.
The sharp, sculptural earrings paired with a chunky, rebellious necklace from the singer’s own collection created a look as fierce as the album itself.
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Rahman, a Lahore-based jewellery designer with nearly a decade in the industry, has recently gained momentum overseas.
Her pieces have been worn by writer Fariha Róisín, Charli XCX, Hanni from K-pop group NewJeans, and a growing list of artists drawn to her signature mix of grit and delicacy.
Her designs also shine closer to home. Stylist Mehek Saeed wore Rahman’s teeka at her dholki from one of the designer’s early collections, while Mahira Khan paired Rahman’s jewellery with a Rastah denim set during Love Guru promotions.
Singers such as Ali Sethi and Arooj Aftab often sport her pieces during performances.
A Central Saint Martins graduate, Rahman previously worked with Lara Bohinc, Husam el Odeh, and Superfertile before launching her independent brand.
She said in an interview that her aesthetic is progressive, exploring forms and ideas with an androgynous sensibility meant for all genders.
In 2016, Rahman earned a nomination for the HUM Style Awards’ Best Design, Fashion Jewellery award, an early recognition of a bold design language that continues to create some of the most striking images today.