Saudi Arabia hosts historic swimwear fashion show Saudi Arabia held its first fashion show featuring swimsuit models on Friday, May 17, 2024, in a groundbreaking move for the conservative country. The poolside show at the St Regis Red Sea Resort featured the work of Moroccan designer Yasmina Qanzal and included mostly one-piece suits in shades of red, beige, and blue. Most models had exposed shoulders, and some had their midriffs partially visible. This event marked a significant step in a country where women were previously required to wear body-covering abaya robes....