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Jaquet Droz opens first boutique in Dubai

Jaquet Droz opens first boutique in Dubai

15 Apr 2018

On April 11, Jaquet Droz inaugurated its first boutique in Dubai in the legendary Dubai Mall, marking a major milestone in the watchmaker’s global expansion.

Christian Lattmann, CEO of the brand, was there alongside Marc Aellen, Jaquet Droz Vice President and Head of International Sales, Ramesh Prabhakar, Managing Partner of Rivoli Group and Abraham Koshy, Chief Operating Officer Rivoli Group. Surrounded by many of the brand’s connoisseurs and friends, they cut the ribbon to open this... Read More

KIABI brings affordable French fashion to Dubai

KIABI brings affordable French fashion to Dubai

04 Apr 2018

KIABI, the affordable French Fashion since 1978, is bringing its impressive range of stylish, great value-for-money collections for the whole family to Dubai. Following a successful opening in Saudi Arabia in 2015, the brand continues its expansion in the Middle East by opening its very first stores in the UAE at Dubai Festival City Mall and at IBN-BATTUTA Mall, in partnership with Al-Futtaim.

A favorite fashion brand among French people in 2016, a leader in the French ready-to-wear... Read More

Isabella Rossellini back where she belongs at Lancôme

Isabella Rossellini back where she belongs at Lancôme

03 Apr 2018

As leading ladies go, they don’t come more iconic than Isabella Rossellini. ‘Hollywood royalty’ is an overused term – almost as much as the equally misused ‘iconic’ – but Rossellini’s pedigree in both departments is beyond dispute. 

The daughter of screen legend Ingrid Bergman and director Roberto Rossellini, hers is a face that has been frozen in time, countless times over the last four decades – the mournful countenance of Dorothy Vallens in Blue Velvet; the wickedly seductive Lisle... Read More

Supermodel Naomi Campbell urges 'Vogue' to launch African edition

Supermodel Naomi Campbell urges 'Vogue' to launch African edition

03 Apr 2018

The National -- Supermodel Naomi Campbell said on Sunday that Vogue magazine should launch an African edition to recognise the continent's contribution to a global fashion industry that has been criticised for its lack of diversity.

Campbell, who was visiting Nigeria's commercial capital, Lagos, to appear on the runway at Arise Fashion Week, said there was a need for better representation of the continent.

"There should be a Vogue Africa," she said in an interview. "We just had... Read More

Arabic Language Centre provides memorable experiences to guests

Arabic Language Centre provides memorable experiences to guests

02 Apr 2018

Last week, over 50 residents and visitors to Dubai from all over the UAE gathered at the Arabic Language Centre to attend the Open house event which was held on the 20th of March, 2018. The event offered a rich program and was a great experience for the attendees who received a hands-on training on the Arabic language as well as an introduction to its culture.

 

The language session was a blend of basic social and business Arabic with an introduction to simple terminology of... Read More

Lacoste introduces the Lacoste Tennis collection

Lacoste introduces the Lacoste Tennis collection

29 Mar 2018

Lacoste introduces the Lacoste Tennis collection for Spring/Summer 2018, celebrating the acclaimed tennis legacy of René Lacoste while spinning sporting fashion into something fresh.Taking cues from one of the best dressed figures in the sporting hall of fame, yet contemporising the iconic with new styles, construction techniques and updated silhouettes, the Lacoste Tennis collection compels us to be confident and to move our game forward. This is future-facing athleisurewear for those who... Read More

Puma Eyewear celebrates the 50th anniversary of Suede

Puma Eyewear celebrates the 50th anniversary of Suede

28 Mar 2018

Puma eyewear collection asserts the brand’s active soul and athletic spirit with an extra-modern design approach that evolves the season’s lines through high-tech constructions, edgy silhouettes and performing details. In celebration of this year’s 50th anniversary of one of Puma’s most iconic designs, the brand presents a special edition Suede represented by a vintage-inspired pilot shape. This unisex design borrows the signature material of the sneakers to add a unique look and feel to the... Read More

Gucci pledges a million dollars to support Beyoncé's clean-water initiative in Burundi

Gucci pledges a million dollars to support Beyoncé's clean-water initiative in Burundi

27 Mar 2018

The dearth of water was the tragic topic trending on World Water Day on March 22. But it was also the day when Italian brand Gucci and powerhouse singer Beyoncé joined forces to work to provide clean and safe water to the people of Burundi. The fashion label has pledged US$1 million (Dh3.67 million) to support the building of 80 wells in the landlocked and poverty-stricken African country.

The BeyGood4Burundi initiative is part of Beyoncé’s BeyGood philanthropic arm and will be... Read More

Bottega Veneta opens at the Dubai Mall extension

Bottega Veneta opens at the Dubai Mall extension

22 Mar 2018

Bottega Veneta is pleased to announce the opening of its new boutique at The Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue. Measuring 5,845 square feet over three floors, the store showcases an extensive range of Bottega Veneta products for both women and men, including ready-to-wear, handbags, small leather goods, shoes, jewelry, luggage, fragrances and eyewear. It will also feature a Customization Atelier, allowing clients to choose from an array of precious exotic skins and iconic styles to create an... Read More

Fendi Timepieces embodies fashion and luxury

Fendi Timepieces embodies fashion and luxury

14 Mar 2018

The new Run Away Diamonds Collection features white diamonds elegantly decorating the upside-down letter F and the bezel, adding a touch of sophistication to its streamlined design.

A modern watch for a contemporary woman

The Run Away Diamonds watch explores the feminine shapes of the 28 mm case featuring brilliant-cut white diamonds for a bold yet cultured appeal. Inspired by the F is FENDI logo distinguished by its surprising upside-down position and so-called F en Folie by... Read More

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