Author Archives: Alison Tay

Alison Tay is a multi-award-winning editorial director, moderator, mentor, model, and muse who has celebrated over 25 years on fashion’s front row.

The longest-serving editor-in-chief of GRAZIA Middle East, and the pioneering founder and director of The Collectables division of keepsakes and masterpieces, preserving the future of print in partnership with government entities, cultural commissions, and luxury fashion houses at ITP Media Group, Alison’s craft, creativity, and career is devoted to world-building, meaning, and searching for the humanity in every story.

Publications Alison has launched under The Collectables division include: VISION – the journey of fashion in Saudi Arabia; The Business of Music, the first music business magazine in the Middle East; and the award-winning NEW VOICES, a first-of-its-kind zine format celebrating emerging artists aimed at Gen-Z Saudis.

Sought after by BBC News, SKY News, CNN, and Reuters for her compelling on-camera presence, and an in-demand moderator for fashion, arts and culture conversations across the region, Alison has also judged the International Woolmark Prize in the Middle East, India, and South East Asia; Fashion Star Arabia, Reem Acra’s primetime TV show aired on the state broadcasting channel, Dubai One; and the inaugural Saudi Fashion Awards in 2024, where she also presented the award for Stylist of the Year.

Bringing a 25-year career in fashion full circle - from the FROW to the runway - Alison modelled the bestselling power suit she inspired and now bears her name at beloved contemporary brand Bouguessa’s SS25 showcase devoted to the muses who embody the strength, individuality and spirit of the maison.
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