Memos From The Middle East: Don’t Miss Dubai’s Labubu Pop-Up, The Lana Launches Its Iced Afternoon Tea, And The Latest Cocktail To Order Is A Birkin…
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Fashion
Dior’s Roman Reverie: A Dreamlike Cruise 2026 Collection
The Dior Cruise 2026 collection was a poetic homage to Rome and its rich tapestry of cinema, art, and fashion, presented this week in the gardens of Villa Albani Torlonia. Maria Grazia Chiuri reimagined the Eternal City through a lens of magical realism, inspired by Mimì Pecci Blunt, an icon of 20th-century Rome, Paris, and New York. While it hadn’t been officially announced, attendees suspected that this was to be Chiuri’s last collection for the maison as she announced her departure shortly after—now a tribute to her lasting legacy at the behemoth brand.
Versace Dives Into Oceanic Glamour with La Vacanza
‘La Vacanza 2025’ is Versace’s latest women’s and men’s collection, reconnecting with the brand’s oceanic roots through coastal-inspired fashion and marine mythology. Drawing from its iconic Trésors de la Mer motif, the collection blends swimwear with daywear, leisure, and formal looks in sea-centric prints and silhouettes. Draped swimsuits turned into corseted dresses, Medusa ’95 hardware, Underwater Barocco prints, and metallic mesh gowns that shimmer like the ocean. More than fashion, the collection highlights Versace’s commitment to biodiversity—in partnership with Coral Gardeners, the House is adopting 9,000 coral fragments in French Polynesia. Throughout June 2025, customers can name and track an individual coral, blending luxury with meaningful environmental impact. A summer wardrobe with purpose.
Jewellery & Watches
Bvlgari Bvlgari Turns 50 with Marble-Dial Watches and Bold New Jewels
To mark the 50th anniversary of its iconic Bvlgari Bvlgari collection, the Roman Maison unveils four exquisite new watches featuring natural marble dials. Inspired by Roman architecture and engraved with a special anniversary marking, the timepieces come in yellow or rose gold with green, deep blue, or icy blue marble, paired with either diamond hour markers or automatic movements. Keeping them company, the Bvlgari Bvlgari jewellery collection reintroduces hallmark pieces, from its signature flip disk ring to bold sautoirs and wire bracelets, crafted in 18-karat gold with onyx and mother-of-pearl.
Buccellati Reinvents the Hoop Earring
Buccellati has unveiled a refined series of hoop earrings, enriching its Rombi, Macri, Étoilée, and Tulle collections with masterful artistry and heritage. Drawing inspiration from one of the oldest earring forms—beloved since ancient Sumerian and Egyptian times—the Maison reinterprets the classic hoop with its distinctive aesthetic codes. The Rombi design features small diamond-set rhombi framed by fan-shaped edges and intricate modellato engraving, available in elegant gold combinations, each utterly irresistible.
Beauty
Gucci Bloom Parfum Reimagining Feminine Florals
Gucci Bloom Parfum unveils a radiant new chapter in the Bloom collection, reinterpreting the signature white floral accord with a rich, gourmand twist. Crafted by Master Perfumer Alberto Morillas, the scent introduces a luminous Coral Jasmine note, blending seamlessly with co-extracted Tuberose and a creamy Vanilla duo for a sensual, amber-kissed finish. Peru Balsam adds depth, creating a warm, golden composition that evokes elegance and empowerment, encased in a chic midnight black bottle.
Guerlain’s Terracotta Light Returns with a Collector’s Tortoiseshell Twist
Seventeen years after Soleils de Légende, Guerlain reimagines its iconic Terracotta case with a bold tortoiseshell design. Modern and collectable, the updated case will look ultra-chic in your carry-on capsule, and a quick swish will liven up pasty plane-drained skin in seconds. Each palette includes a satin bronzer, a matte tone-on-tone shade, a radiant blush, and a universal highlighter to naturally enhance your complexion. Even better, the powder is enriched with Moroccan flower honey for long-lasting hydration, making it feel weightless and comfortable throughout the day.
Dining
LPM Unveils ‘Déjà Vu’ A Vintage Riviera-Inspired Experience
La Petite Maison (LPM) has launched Déjà Vu, an innovative cocktail menu styled as a vintage French magazine. Celebrating the glamour of the French Riviera from the 1950s to 1990s, each drink is presented as an editorial inspired by icons like Brigitte Bardot, Grace Kelly, and Jean-Louis Dumas. The menu introduces a pioneering ‘mirrored’ concept, with non-alcoholic counterparts crafted with equal care. Highlights include Birkin, served with a silk scarf; Douliou Douliou, paired with a vintage Walkman; and Soleil, inspired by Fragonard’s perfume.
Enjoy Iced Afternoon Tea At The Lana
This summer, The Gallery at The Lana, Dorchester Collection, invites guests to indulge in a refined afternoon tea with a seasonal twist. Curated by award-winning Chef Angelo Musa, the elegant three-course experience blends sweet and savoury delights with a thoughtfully paired selection of premium teas, each chosen to enhance the flavours and textures of every bite. To celebrate the essence of summer and offer relief from Dubai’s heat, The Gallery also introduces an interactive iced tea feature, allowing diners to explore refreshing blends and unique flavours that showcase the craftsmanship behind every pour. Available daily from 1 pm to 6 pm until August 31, the experience is priced at Dhs400 with tea pairing and iced tea experience, Dhs480 with the addition of Wild Idol Rosé, and Dhs499 with NV Pol Roger Champagne. A sophisticated way to spend a summer afternoon in style.
Leisure
Discover Labubus At City Centre Mirdif’s Pop-up
From 29 May to 1 June, City Centre Mirdif is hosting an enchanting Labubus pop-up in collaboration with Hypeselection, offering fans and newcomers a unique collectible experience. Dive into a world filled with charming Labubu dolls, where you can instantly purchase limited editions, customise your own with exclusive charms, accessories, and outfits, and even see yourself transformed into a Labubu at the AI photobooth. Spend Dhs500 anywhere in the mall (excluding Carrefour) for a chance to win a Labubu via the claw machine challenge.
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