Renaissance Renaissance
Renaissance Renaissance bridges past and present—connecting eras, cultures, and identities to shape a new era of innovation.
Founded by Cynthia Merhej in 2016, the brand creates garments that transcend time, blending timeless craftsmanship with contemporary sensibilities. Her designs are more than clothing—they are expressions of personal evolution, inviting wearers to explore their own narratives.
Ms. Merhej's vision centers on a woman who gracefully defies convention, embracing duality: poetic yet austere, masculine yet feminine, experimental yet rooted in tradition.
Renaissance Renaissance has garnered international recognition, with nominations for the prestigious LVMH Prize and Fashion Trust Arabia Prize. Most recently, Cynthia Merhej designed the costumes for the upcoming film adaptation of Bonjour Tristesse, starring Oscar-nominated actress Chloë Sevigny—further cementing her role at the intersection of fashion and cultural storytelling.
