Memos From The Middle East: BOSS Launches New Campaign Featuring Naomi Campbell, Gigi Hadid, And Other A-Listers
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FASHION
Dior Unveils New Dior Bandana Motif
The luxury fashion house has unveiled the Dior Bandana motif which is adorning the looks of the Dior cruise 2023 collection. With this pattern, Maria Grazia Chiuri is paying homage to the Andalusian culture as it is inspired by the joyous dresses of Sevillian women.
The BOSS SS23 Campaign Features Gigi Hadid, Naomi Campbell, And Other A-Listers
While wearing the new Spring/Summer 2023 collection, a variety of celebrities is taking pictures of themselves and adding some childhood imagery, promoting that a Boss isn’t born but made. The heart of the campaign revolves around British Supermodel Naomi Campbell, Colombian singer Maluma, American supermodel Gigi Hadid, South Korean actor Lee Minho, Italian TikTok sensation Khaby Lamean and Italian tennis player Matteo Berrettini.
Dubai Bling’s Zeina Khoury Launches Label After Viral Moment Of The Show
Dubai Bling’s viral “I am the company!” moment caused by Zeina Khoury in episode 5 first became a meme, now a fashion label. So much for making lemonade out of lemons. The Lebanese proudly presents her label I Am The Company with strong empowering womenswear designs.
Levi’s® Celebrates 150th Birthday Of The Iconic 501®Jeans
2023 marks the 150th birthday of the classic 501 jeans by Levi’s®. The label is launching The Greatest Story Ever Worn campaign, a year-long celebration for the famous denim design. As part of the launch the brand is releasing three short films, directed by Martin de Thurah and Melina Matsoukas, titled The Greatest Story Ever Worn, exploring original stories from around the world celebrating 150 years of 501® jeans.
Maison Valentino Opens New Boutique in Dubai
Maison Valentino unveils its newest boutique in Dubai within Atlantis The Royal.
The 160 square meters boutique represents Valentino’s identity as a Maison de Couture with an interior design reflecting the house’s artisanal approach The boutique carries both menswear and womenswear as well as the iconic Valentino Garavani accessories.
Level Shoes Opens Brand New Shopping Suite at Atlantis The Royal
Launching a brand-new retail destination at Atlantis The Royal for customers to shop for well-crafted footwear, bags, and other accessories was Level Shoes. After their stores in Dubai Mall, this new outlet will be the second high-end location for the footwear brand. What sets it apart from other shoe manufacturers is its one-of-a-kind Personal Shopping suite that looks to unite both physical and digital shoppers as well as the company’s commitment to assistant shoppers with style guidance and advice.
JEWELLERY & WATCHES
Tiffany & Co. Debuts A High Jewellery Capsule Collection In Doha
The jewellery brand Tiffany & Co. reinterprets the iconic Bird on a Rock Brooch, which has been originally created by Jean Schlumberger, with the world’s rarest natural pearls. The new exclusive high jewellery capsule collection Bird on a Pearl with natural saltwater pearls sourced in the Gulf region and acquired from Mr. Hussein Al Fardan’s private collection will be debuted at an exclusive event in Doha, Qatar this month.
Tiffany & Co. Brand Ambassador ROSÉ Stars In Tiffany Lock Collection Campaign
Expanding on the existing rose gold collection of sparkling diamond Lock bangles, Tiffany & Co. celebrated its newer additions of rings, earrings, and pendants with a powerful campaign starring the K-Pop idol. This collection marks Tiffany’s first-ever time releasing an all-gender jewellery line that can be seen adorned by a male model alongside ROSÉ. Tiffany Lock Collection can be purchased from stores globally and online.
The Stellar Odyssey Exhibition by Jaeger-LeCoultre Opens in Dubai
The heart of Dubai saw a glamorous soirée celebrating the Swiss Horlogerie to which the most talented and exciting new stars in the Arab world were invited. Lebanese actress Razane Jammal and well-loved DJ Amémé were some of the big names who attended the spectacular event hosted by Catherine Rénier.
CULTURE
Istituto Marangoni Selected By The United Arab Emirates Ministry Of Education For The Study Abroad Scholarship Program.
The prestigious fashion and design school Istituto Marangoni Milano has been recently added to the list of International Higher Education by the Ministry of Education (MOE) of the United Arab Emirates, meaning students can apply to the school for the 2023 Scholarship Program. The application is reserved for current Grade 12 students with UAE nationality.
Lorenzo Quinn Unveiled His Sculpture TOGETHER In d3
The international artist Lorenzo Quinn unveiled his sculpture TOGETHER at the DIFC with the support of the Leila Heller Gallery where he also exhibits his latest oeuvre titled Now and Forever. The address is: Leila Heller Gallery, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz 1
Toda Presents Multi-Sensory Exhibition “Being Van Gogh”
From February 1 until the 28th, the Theatre Of Digital Art hosts a digital and immersive van Gogh experience with his paintings projected onto the walls and ceilings and a voiceover narrating content of the Dutch’s life. The exhibition is open every day from 10 am to 10 pm tickets cost around 125AED at the Theatre of Digital Art.
Finalists of LOEWE FOUNDATION Craft Prize 2023 Announced
On February 9, 2023, LOEWE FOUNDATION announced its final shortlist of 30 artists whose work will be displayed at The Noguchi Museum in New York. The exhibition will start on May 18, 2023, and go on until June 18. This edition’s selections consist of works that feature time-consuming art techniques such as trompe l’oeil methods and other skilful methods of canvas manipulation. From among the 30 finalists, the best will be selected as the winner of the 2023 Craft Prize and awarded a cash prize of 50,000 Euros which translates into 196,591AED.
Lío Ibiza Makes Its Way To Dubai At FIVE LUXE, JBR
The entertainment event will showcase the best of what Ibiza has to offer right in the heart of glitzy Dubai. FIVE LUXE, JBR is set to make a grand entrance at the end of 2023 with a sensational luxury hotel and beach-front views. Lío’s globally celebrated dinner show will feature avant-garde performances by musicians and dancers as well as an exclusive extravaganza that will enthral local and tourist VIP audiences.
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