Surah Collection

Fashion for 1956
A bolero and dress of lightweight wool georgette with all accessories from Debenham and Freebody, is a spring winner. The bolero

Victor Stiebel / Day Dress
Design by Victor Stiebel (1907-1976) for a pink linen and silk surah summer dress. Scooped-out bodice is filled with a lilac spotted scarf & large knot tied to the belt

Woman in walking dress in chequerboard surah and hand-painted taffeta with a black velvet border
5892958 Woman in walking dress in chequerboard surah and hand-painted taffeta with a black velvet border, straw hat with swan plume, 1912 (stencil) by Brunelleschi

French soprano Mlle Virginie Dejazet as Mimi in the one-act vaudeville Grisettes by Scribe and Dupin at the Gymnase-Dramatique, 1823

Woman in walking dress - chequerboard surah - hand-painted
Woman in walking dress in chequerboard surah and hand-painted taffeta with a black velvet border, straw hat with swan plume

Selection of black Surah parasols 1886
A selection of fashionable black Surah parasols with carved handles, tassels, flounces, fringing, lace and ribbons 1886

Polly Peck advertisement
An advert for Polly Peck fashions, showing a model in a Victoriana striped dress in Rayon Surah. Date: 1961

SURAH COSTUME Front and Back, FASHION, ENGRAVING 1882

Surah Costume Front And Back, Fashion, Engraving 1882

Day Dress / Victor Stiebel
Couture design by Victor Stiebel (1907-1976) for a grey wool " neat-skirted" day dress, with a silk surah forming a larged bow attached to the belt on a slim waist

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"Surah: A Journey Through Fashion, Art, and Faith" Step into the world of surah, a fabric that has left its mark in the realms of fashion, art, and spirituality. In 1956, Victor Stiebel introduced us to the elegance through his exquisite day dress collection. The woman adorned in a walking dress made of chequerboard surah and hand-painted taffeta with a black velvet border captivated hearts as she donned a straw hat embellished with a swan plume. But surah holds significance beyond its fashionable allure. It traces back to 1912 when Islamic calligraphy took center stage in depicting the first verse (surah) of the Quran revealed by Archangel Gabriel to Prophet Muhammad. This ancient Kufic style beam overholds an artistic charm that transcends time. In another realm entirely, French soprano Mlle Virginie Dejazet mesmerized audiences as she portrayed Mimi wearing her enchanting costume crafted from walking dress - chequerboard surah - hand-painted fabric. The fusion of music and fashion brought forth an ethereal experience for all who witnessed it. The versatility is evident even in accessories like parasols; black Surah parasols became popular choices among stylish individuals seeking both protection from sunlight and sophistication during their strolls in 1886. Polly Peck's advertisement showcased how this timeless fabric could be incorporated into modern designs while maintaining its classic appeal. The SURAH COSTUME front and back engraving from 1882 exemplified how designers embraced this fabric's unique texture and drape to create stunning garments that stood out amidst changing trends. Victor Stiebel continued his exploration with suits made from surah fabrics that exuded confidence and refinement for men who appreciated sartorial excellence.