Militta has repeatedly talked about the style of oriental women, especially we devoted many publications to Sheikh Moza and in the future we will return to her images, but today I wanted to look at Al-Mayassa Hamad Al Thani and the younger Hind Hamad Al Thani.

Qatar is an absolute monarchy, the Al Thani family rules here, therefore Al-Mayassa bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani and Hind bint Hamad bin Khalifa Al-Thani can be called Qatari princesses, but they usually call them Sheikha.

Al-Mayass and Hind have a minimum age difference, they are the same weather. The eldest Al-Mayassa was born in 1983, and Hind was born in 1984, she celebrates her birthday on August 15th.

Hind Hamad Al Thani

Qatar has huge oil and gas reserves, which are very easy to extract and sell, in addition, Qatar has a very small population and is always warm, therefore, the opportunities for the Al Thani family are truly fabulous. Perhaps never in the past have the rulers of the East had so much wealth as Al Thani owns today, because oil and gas is energy, and it means much more than simple gold.

In addition to the oil and gas industry, Qatar is developing the metallurgical industry and is doing it very successfully. According to the IMF, this small country has been leading the world in terms of GDP per capita by a large margin over the past few years.

Qatar is an Islamic state, therefore, there are restrictions under Sharia law. A rare woman can shine in fashionable outfits, pose for photographers and be active. Al-Maiyassa and Hind are well educated and hold important positions in their world, but they can't afford to be self-admiring on social media.

Al Mayass has Twitter, facebook, Instagram pages, Hind only has facebook, but the princesses have almost no personal photos there, mostly photos of other people, conferences and various events.

Hind Hamad Al Thani

Any girl from Voronezh or Saransk can afford any photos on Instagram. Photo in a seductive dress, in shorts and even an open swimsuit! And Al-Maiyassa and Hind can afford any outfits, but only at home, behind closed doors. At the same time, Al Mayassa is considered a very influential woman in contemporary art.

Perhaps in the future they will be able to afford much more, because their mother Sheikha Moza made a good start and is now herself.

The Younger Princess - Hind Hamad Al Thani

All the world's leading magazines, from Forbes to Vogue, write about her with invariable enthusiasm. When her husband Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani abdicated in June of this year, the world of fashion was in mourning, because it seemed that now she would no longer be seen in the world. But Sheikha Mozah bint Nasser al-Misned made it clear to everyone that she does not intend to part with the position of the most brilliant, most courageous and most influential woman in the Arab world.

On her wedding day, Moza bint Nasser al-Misned, an 18-year-old sociology student and daughter of a prominent Qatari dissident, did not look happy. Actually, she had nothing to shine with happiness. She was more beautiful than all the other women at the ceremony. She married a real prince. But she did not choose her groom. It's just that her future husband liked her very much, and her future father-in-law, Emir Khalifa bin Hamad al-Thani, considered that such a marriage could be useful. Moza's father, Nasser bin Abdullah al-Misned, a merchant from the city of Khor, was the head of one of the most influential families in the country and concurrently a prominent dissident who challenged almost every decision of the emir. By the time Mosa got married, he had already served time in prison, and then emigrated with his family. However, even from afar he managed to spoil the life of the emir. Marriage, according to the emir, was an excellent way, if not to end the hostility, then at least to silence Nasser. Of course, neither Nasser nor his daughter could even think of refusing the emir. When an offer comes from a prince of the blood, he is not simply brushed aside. So Moza became the second wife of the Crown Prince of Qatar, and after another 18 years, together with her husband, the almost absolute ruler of her country.

On the afternoon of June 27, 1995, a telephone rang in a room in one of the most luxurious hotels in Zurich. The conversation lasted only a few seconds. The caller, the heir to the Qatari throne (and, recall, the husband of Sheikha Moza), told his father, Emir Khalifa bin Hamad al-Thani, that he should not return to his homeland, since he was overthrown from the throne. Emir silently hung up the phone. It is quite possible that at that moment he recalled the events of 23 years ago, when he became the head of Qatar in approximately the same way, overthrowing his uncle from the throne. Emir Khalifa tried to regain the throne, but was unsuccessful. So Moza became the wife of the emir.

And beloved. The new emir had three wives, but only Moza became a public figure. With his first wife, Sheikha Mariam bint Muhammad, Hamad bin Khalifa divorced before marrying Moza. The third, Sheikh Noor bint Khalid, the emir married much later. Both the first and third wives of the emir were his distant relatives. Little is known about them and few have seen them.

Moza, on the contrary, was always next to her husband. She accompanied him on official and unofficial visits, traveled a lot and often on her own. Mosa appeared at the opening of the school, then at a charity dinner, then at a social reception. She herself chose where to appear and most often was the initiator of the construction of those objects that she opened. And if in Europe the principle of a working monarchy does not raise any questions, then in the Middle East, even in progressive Qatar, no one has ever done this before Moza.

Her social work is amazing. She seems to do everything at the same time. She oversees the improvement of the public transport system in the country, where it is used mainly by servants and foreigners. She is making efforts to build Christian and other non-Islamic churches, and supports the opening of the region's first charitable shelter for victims of domestic violence. Finally, it was at her suggestion in Doha, the capital of the country, that branches of the world's leading universities — Georgetown, Carnegie Mellon and some others — were opened.

In Qatar, they almost pray for her. “Her Highness is the best thing that has happened to Qatar,” says Qatari student Ezra al-Ibrahim. “She is an inspiration to all of us. Since her coming to power, Qatar has changed 100%.”

Moza bint Nasser herself says that she has her own source of inspiration - her husband: “I lived with my husband longer than I lived with my parents. I live with him, I know his problems, what his soul hurts about, I know him dreams." About how close they are, now says at least the fact that very often they finish phrases for each other, and no matter what they talk about - about art or international politics.

The wife of one of the richest rulers in the world can afford to help not only her own subjects. Moza bint Nasser is considered the main sponsor of a number of charitable organizations operating in Palestine. Every year, hundreds of Israeli and Palestinian Arabs receive grants from her to study at universities and colleges. Moza is one of the most active philanthropists in African countries. She became an international public figure, and in 2003 she was UNESCO Special Representative for Basic and Higher Education. In the list of the most influential women in the world, she ranks 79th. And many believe that the editors of Forbes magazine underestimated Sheikha Moza.

Already these obvious achievements in a world ruled exclusively by men would be quite enough to call Moza bint Nasser the most courageous or even the most controversial woman in the entire Middle East. However, taking into account Islamic traditions and cultures, Moza bint Nasser, of course, has become an Arab woman who not only follows world fashion, but is its legislator. Each of her appearances in public, not to mention official ceremonies, is a real holiday for fashion journalists. For example, they still remember with pleasure, perhaps the most grandiose fashion war of recent years, which was waged with smiles on their faces by the indispensable participants in the list of the best dressed women in the world according to Vanity Fair - Sheikha Moza bint Nasser and Carla Bruni, the wife of the former French President Nicolas Sarkozy. Wake up any fashion writer in the middle of the night and he or she will name the dates of the main battles of this war without hesitation. The first happened on July 14, 2008 in Paris at a parade and reception on the occasion of Bastille Day. Sheikha Mozah in a Chartreuse color trouser suit and with silver jewelry completely overshadowed the first lady of France. The war ended with the crushing defeat of Carla Bruni after the second battle - July 20, 2009 during a dinner in honor of distinguished guests from Qatar at the Elysee Palace. There, Moza appeared in a dark red dress with a belt with diamonds and pearls. Literally all fashion critics awarded her a victory on points. Moza and Karla met later, but these meetings did not change the situation.

Sheikha Mozah has her own passions in fashion. She loves the Valentino brand very much. In July 2012, the Qatari royal family bought the fashion house Valentino for €700 million. It is said that the deal was made at the insistence of Her Highness. Another passion of Mosa is Chanel fur shoes with heels.

This year, Sheikha Moza launched her own fashion line. That is, formally, the Qatar Fashion Group (QFG) is engaged in this. But it is clear to everyone that, like the QFG itself, Sheikha Mozah bint Nasser al-Misned personally stands behind the QELA trademark. At the same time, people who know Sheikha Moza well say that there is nothing unusual in her direct participation in the creation of clothing collections: she has long been giving advice on observing Islamic traditions to fashion houses when they make dresses and suits especially for her.

International respect and recognition, as is usually the case, does not mean that Sheikha Mozah does not have any problems at all. They have always been and only, paradoxically, after the abdication of her husband, it seems, disappeared. So, despite all her influence on her husband, Sheikha Moza for a long time could not secure the position of crown prince for her eldest son Tamim. After all, it was with her that he was the first, with the emir - only the fourth. But in 2003, she managed to convince her husband, and Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani officially became the crown prince. Sheikha Moza also had a main political rival - Sheikh Hamad bin Jassim bin Jaber al-Thani, a relative of the Emir, who had been the Minister of Foreign Affairs since 1992, and in 2007 became the Prime Minister of Qatar. While he was in office, many experts said, the Sheikha Mozah's son's position as crown prince could not be secure.

At the end of June 2013, everything changed. The Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa al-Thani, unexpectedly announced his abdication and, just as importantly, the resignation of Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Hamad bin Jasim. Moza's son became the new emir.

In total, Moza has four children and, as everyone who knows her says, she raised them perfectly. James Reardon-Andreson, dean of the Georgetown University School of Diplomacy in Qatar, knows this for a fact: "I know three of her children and I'm really shocked. They could be smoking weed somewhere in the south of France, as so many do, but they are completely others. As a father, I admire the way this couple raised their children."

"We tried to raise our children as normal people. When I return home, we talk with them about everything: what I did, what I saw, what they think they want to do. Listening to the opinion of young people is very useful. Everything we we do, we do for them," Sheikha Mozah says.

Sheikha Moza is the second wife of the former Emir of Qatar. She is an unprecedented example of how a woman, staying in such a conservative eastern country, could become a style icon and one of the most influential people in the political arena.

Sheikha Moza ( Moza bint Nasser al-Misnad) received an excellent education and holds a bachelor's degree in sociology. This woman is considered a high-profile specialist in matters of foreign and domestic policy of the country. Sheikha Moza became one of the first wives of the emirs, who accompanied him to all official receptions.

The time when Moza's husband Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani was in power is called by some the "matriarchy of the emirate". They say that he married a third time only to show Moze that her power is not unlimited.

Another clear confirmation of the strong influence of the sheikha on the political situation in Qatar was the fact that in 2013 her husband voluntarily abdicated, and her son Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani became emir. But he is not the eldest son in the family, and according to Eastern laws, he would never have been the heir to the throne.

Sheikha Mozah is considered a style icon, she is a cult figure in the fashion world. Looking at her perfect figure, it's hard to believe that this woman has seven children.
It is admirable that Sheikha Moza manages to look elegant and impeccable, and at the same time not deviate too much from the religious requirements of her country when choosing clothes. In her wardrobe there are stunning floor-length dresses, wide trousers, jackets. A turban is obligatory on the head.

She even has her own Instagram page, where Sheikha Mozah regularly posts photos from her daily life. Numerous subscribers never cease to admire her impeccable taste and sense of style.

Sheikha Mozah: The Story of the Most Powerful and Stylish Woman in the Islamic World

At all times in the world there has always been such a woman who attracted the views of men and aroused admiration and a desire to imitate women. Today there are many such beauties, but the brightest of them stand out for their unique individuality and charisma.

Even if you do not know anything about the rulers of the eastern countries, most likely you have at least once heard of Sheikh Moza. Her full name is Sheikha Mozah bint Nasser al-Misned. Yes, it is she who is a recognized style icon and, as the world media say about her, the first fashionista of the East. Indeed, this woman deserves respect.

The most stylish beauty of the Arab world.

Who is Moza: a short biography

Sheikha Mozah was born in 1959 to a wealthy Qatari businessman. Her life is like an oriental fairy tale. Having lived a prosperous childhood and youth, at the age of 18, Mosa met the future prince, while she was in no hurry to get married and wallow in household chores. At first, the purposeful girl entered the local university at the Faculty of Psychology, then she left for an internship in America. Then, already educated and ready for family life, the girl got married.

Mosa spent her first years as a married woman with her children. She devoted a lot of time to them and spared no effort. Just imagine: this fragile lady has 7 children! Then the life of Moza became more vibrant and eventful in terms of career and social activities.

Good in all outfits.

In 1995, Moza's husband organized a bloodless coup in the state and seized power, while overthrowing his own father. This coup was supported by the entire Anglo-Saxon world, after which they began to talk about Qatar all over the world because of its rich oil and gas potential. Shortly after this event, the new emir of the country introduced his 2nd wife to the public - the stylish and educated beauty Moza.

Today, Sheikha Mozah is one of the three wives of the 3rd Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Hamad. Like the well-known Sultana Roksolana, she won the trust of her husband and was admitted to public affairs. Also, the husband allowed the beautiful wife to appear in public without a veil, which is unacceptable for the Muslim world.

Sheikha is an active public figure, she is a special ambassador of UNESCO for basic and higher education. The woman is well educated, she completed internships at eminent higher educational institutions in the United States.

One of the most educated women in the Arab world.

Moza devotes a lot of time and energy to the rights of women and children in Qatar. Thanks to the emir's wife, women in the country received much more rights than in neighboring eastern states. She is also in the top 100 most influential women in the world according to the famous Forbes magazine and does not seem to have any plans to slow down.

Influence, femininity and style of Sheikha Moza

For the Arab world, Moza's style is a real daring. She wears dresses, skirts and trousers. Of the national clothes of Qatar, a woman prefers only a turban. And he is often full of bright colors and unusual decorative elements.

Moza and Sheikh.

Sheikh could easily give a master class on how, without violating the rules of decency, to look sexy, relevant and fashionable. She has a beautiful figure and a beautiful well-groomed face. She knows how to emphasize dignity, preferring fitted outfits and a minimum of cosmetics. Moza boldly goes out in high heels, always keeps her posture in a royal way, and looks stunning in any situation.

On her face one can observe only self-confidence and harmony with the outside world. She knows how to present herself beautifully, as befits the first lady of any country.

Like any wealthy woman, Sheikha Mozah prefers dresses and suits from the collections of designers Chanel, Dior, Armani, Carven and others in her wardrobe. A fashionista cannot do without outfits from the Valentino fashion house: the Moza family owns most of the brand's shares.

Under the wing of her husband, but not in his shadow.

Such an extraordinary personality, of course, inspires other representatives of the fair half with his example. The bright and restrained style of the Qatari first lady has spread far beyond the borders of her homeland. And this is not surprising: every time the sheikh looks restrained and does not violate the traditions of her country, but at the same time everything looks fashionable, original, bright.

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In Arabic, the term sheikh means a well-born adult man who has a huge fortune and is highly respected in society among believers. Only the most revered and respected Muslims can earn this honorary title, and it is usually the case that the sheikh is a man over the age of 40. However, daughters and wives of sheikhs can often also be called by this title. Muslims who earn the title of sheikh often diligently study the religion of Islam, they are well versed in the teachings of the Qur'an and live in accordance with the Sunnah, which is a way of life indicated to Muslims by the prophet Muhammad himself. A person can also be appointed as a sheikh if ​​he has completed his studies at the university of Islamic studies and can lecture to students.

Due to the large oil reserves and the number of wealthy families in the Middle East, some sheikhs in the region are extremely wealthy - some sheikhs in the Middle East are ranked as the richest billionaires in the world. In most Arab countries, royal houses use the term sheikh to refer to wealthy members of the royal family. Usually in the Arab world the fortune of one or another sheikh is hidden, but we have compiled a list of the richest sheikhs according to known information on the network.

Islam is the second largest religion in the world, second only to Christianity, and is the fastest growing religion in the world. Islam is most widely used in Asia. More than 1 billion people in Asia identify as Muslim, most of these people live in India, Pakistan, Bangladesh and Indonesia. There are over 500 million Muslims in Africa and the Middle East.

7. Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, net worth $2 billion

Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani is the current ruler of Qatar, he became the Emir of the State of Qatar after his father, Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, who abdicated in 2013. This made Tamim bin Hamad the youngest reigning monarch in the world.

6. Sheikh Faisal bin Qasim al-Thani, net worth $2.2 billion

Sheikh Faisal bin Qasim al-Thani became successful, almost in spite of his surname, and not because of it. His title of Sheikh has nothing to do with political position. He is a distant relative of the ruling Al Thani family in Qatar.

5. Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani, net worth $2.4 billion

Sheikh Hamad bin Khalifa Al Thani was the Emir of Qatar from 1995 to 2013. During his reign, the country produced about 85 million tons of natural gas, which made Qatar the richest country in the world per capita. He abdicated last year so that his son would succeed him on the throne. Sheikh Hamad himself came to power after a bloodless coup, taking the throne of his father.

4. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum, net worth $4.5 billion

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum is the Vice President of the United Arab Emirates and is also the constitutional monarch of Dubai. As of 2010, his investment company Dubai Holding owes $12 billion to banks. As Crown Prince of Dubai, he named his yacht - the third largest in the world - "Dubai". He enjoys horse racing and is considered to be the biggest spender in horse racing betting.

3. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, worth $4.9 billion.

Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan is the Deputy Prime Minister of the United Arab Emirates and the half-brother of the country's president. Sheikh Mansour is the chairman of Al Jazeera Sports Company, which owns football, handball, volleyball and basketball teams in Abu Dhabi. He also owns the English football club Manchester City. He is the chairman of Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Investment Company.

2. Sheikh Mohammed Hussein Ali Al Amoudi, net worth $14.3 billion

Sheikh Mohammed Hussein Ali Al Amoudi is the 63rd richest person in the world. He lives in two countries: Saudi Arabia and Ethiopia. He is also the second richest citizen in Saudi Arabia and the richest black person. His title of Sheikh is for his wealth and accomplishments, as he is not a member of any royal family. It is believed that he is not only the largest foreign investor in Ethiopia, but also in Sweden. Mohammed Hussein made his wealth from oil, mining and agricultural assets.

1. Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, worth $18 billion.

According to experts, the personal capital of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan is about $18 billion. However, the Al Nahyan family has a total net worth of around $150 billion. Sheikh Khalifa is the current Emir of Abu Dhabi and President of the United Arab Emirates. He has officially taken the presidency since 2004. But in fact, he served as acting president since 1990, due to the poor health of his father, being the crown prince. The tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa, is named after him.