Our excellent sponsors make the Muslim Lifestyle Expo possible. Check out their websites and come and meet them on the day! If you are interested in sponsoring MLE2016, please request a sponsor pack.
Our Chosen Charity Partner
For a quarter of a century, Human Appeal have been delivering aid and development programmes that transform lives in the world’s poorest nations. We’ve helped others to smile when there’s little to smile about. That’s what makes us human. And it really is something to celebrate. Last year we directly supported over 4 million Syrians and we have presence in 25 countries around the world.
Gold Sponsor
Turkish Airlines is the national flag carrier airline of Turkey, headquartered at the Turkish Airlines General Management Building on the grounds of Atatürk Airport in Yeşilköy, Bakırköy, Istanbul.
MLE2016 Partners
Manchester Airport is the global gateway to the North of England. Every year we handle around 19 million passengers, using over 60 airlines flying direct to around 200 destinations. With around 19,000 people employed directly on-site, our growth is shared by our city and the whole region.
Al Rayan Bank is the UK’s only wholly Sharia compliant retail bank. We’ve been pioneering British Islamic banking since 2004. By solely focusing on banking activities which are compliant with Islamic law, Al Rayan Bank is able to make a significant and lasting difference to Muslims throughout the UK, helping them to save for their families’ futures, expand their businesses or buy their own homes, without compromising their beliefs.
Islamic Imprints Ltd is a new UK company set up to provide high quality, original and/or bespoke products connected by an Islamic ethos to a worldwide audience. A fast growing and creative business, we have created a wide ranging catalogue consisting of Islamic art and calligraphy across a number of different mediums (including leather, canvas and wood) in both traditional and modern styles.
This Wandi Group of companies incorporates the communication agency, design studio, a creative laboratory, a production studio, publishing and brand management department. The company’s headquarters is located in Moscow, but the team is working on an international level. Among the countries with which Wandi Group cooperates are UK, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Sweden, Australia, Kazakhstan, Malaysia, USA, Canada, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, Italy, France, Morocco, Algeria and many other. WANDI BAZAR is one of the key projects of WANDI Group, uniting industry of muslim life style in the heart of Moscow. This is the first market in Russia that traditionally takes place in significant places of the capital, where the widest audience has an opportunity to buy necessary, beautiful and stylish clothes, cosmetics, subjects of arts and many other things, created by companies and brands.
The Asian Leader is a paper that has been serving the North West and Yorkshire region since 2001. They cover a wide range of topics including showbiz, sports, international and national affairs and local stories. Published in print and Digital edition on line every fortnight, the Asian Leader is full of compelling local, National and international news, fashion, entertainment, features, Motoring Technology and information catering for this unique Asian audience. With a portfolio including Eid Magazines and the Wedding Magazine, Best Asian Media Ltd offers access to a comprehensive range of media services for readers and business alike.
Islamic Fashion and Design Council (IFDC) is the world’s leading modest fashion and design council representing the Islamic economy and its stakeholders. IFDC, the foremost advocate for Islamic fashion, art and design professionals, aspiring talent, and initiatives, has an array of products, services, and effective training programs for all levels. Our platform is designed to ensure the success of Islamic fashion and design in the global marketplace as we facilitate the industry players in accessing the vast growth potential.
IFDC’s COVER magazine is the only magazine in the world bringing together global modest fashion and design in one place in a stylish manner. Deemed by many as the ‘Vogue’ of Islamic fashion, COVER is an exciting, revolutionary and vibrant read. A destination magazine for everyone interested in modest fashion and lifestyle.
Founded in 2002 by cousins Asghar Ali (our CEO) and Shakoor Ahmed (our MD) with the help of family and friends, MyLahore started out from very humble beginnings. Since then we’ve grown from strength to strength without losing our core values (in our brand as well as our curries), and opened a whole bunch of hugely popular restaurants in Bradford, Leeds, Manchester and Birmingham for everyone to enjoy. Wherever you find us, we’ll welcome you to the ‘WOW!’ with open arms.
Since launching in August 2007 as a free monthly newspaper, the Asian World has remained true to its original format as it continues to serve its vast audience and has paved the way for cutting edge quality content.
Being the West Midland’s number one English read independent newspaper for British Asians, the publication provides a much needed platform for the Asian community to voice their views and opinions, therefore filling a gap in the print market.
Khush Wedding is a luxury bridal magazine for British Asian couples across the UK, celebrating love, marriage and happiness. ‘Khush’ is the Hindi word for ‘happy’, and that’s what we bring to our readers; innovative ideas and inspiration for couples, their friends and families, who are planning the happiest day of their lives.
Launched in print in April 2013, we’re the fastest growing title in our sector with 175,000 readers nationwide and counting. On this website, you can find insightful features, the latest in Asian bridal and occasion wear, planning ideas and reviews of the UK’s most romantic wedding venues, and plenty more besides.
From Malaysia, Moslema in Style (MIS) are a top Event Planning & Management service for Modest Fashion Modest Designers & Event. MIS made a huge impact at our 2015 event and are back again for our 2016 Expo and will be bringing with them top designers from across the Far East.
Indonesia Muslim Fashion Week (IMFW) are a large fashion events organisation who create bespoke exhibitions, fashion shows and musical performance. They will be bringing to MLE 2016 the best of Indonesian modest fashion.
The Muslim Doctors Association is a non-profit, voluntary organisation founded in 2004. Our team of doctors, dentists and allied health professionals work within local communities to empower and support individuals to lead healthier lives. Our mission, by using faith and culturally sensitive methods, is to inspire physical, spiritual and emotional well-being amongst local communities and in particular, minority populations within the United Kingdom.
