When it comes to fashion and beauty in Saudi Arabia, nothing is quite what we expected. From abayas and modest dressing to beauty treatments that rival any global city, this episode is your inside look at how women express themselves in Riyadh today. We share what it’s really like to shop, dress, and feel good here — from lip blushing and luxury facials to nail salons, souk finds, and what we wish we’d packed (and what we really didn’t need). Join Carly and Vesna for a conversation that’s equal parts style, self-care, and cultural discovery — all Beyond the Abaya.

Timestamps:

00:00 — Introduction

01:48 — Dressing Differently in Saudi

04:55 — Semi-Permanent Beauty Treatments

06:12 — Riyadh’s Salon Scene

08:10 — Women-Only Spaces & Girls’ Days Out

08:55 — Million Dollar Facials & Lip Blushing

11:51 — Botox in Riyadh: What’s the Norm?

14:10 — Nails, Manicures & Local Trends

15:42 — Hot Beauty Tips We’ve Learned

17:29 — Fashion Finds & Souk Al Zal

18:49 — What Not to Pack for Riyadh

22:53 — What You Should Pack Instead

24:58 — Shops & Local Brands We Recommend

26:36 — Hot Fashion Tips to Live By