Memos From The Middle East: Kayali Brings Its Biggest Pop-Up to Dubai Mall, Dolce&Gabbana’s Summer Resort Takeovers And The New Dior Medallion Accessories
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Runway To Real Life
Oscar de la Renta Unveils Its Pre-Spring 2027 Collection
Oscar de la Renta has revealed its Pre-Spring 2027 collection, a celebration of colour, craftsmanship, and the optimism of warmer days. Inspired by the luminous landscapes of Spanish painter Joaquín Sorolla, the collection features painterly floral motifs, including roses, rhododendrons, and the iris as the season’s signature bloom. Soft shades of sage, blossom, and blue quartz are complemented by vibrant accents of red, peridot, and mimosa. Eveningwear continues the house’s tradition of exceptional artistry, with fluid fringe, intricate beadwork, and dramatic black silhouettes accented with lace and feathers, creating a collection that balances romance, elegance, and modern sophistication.
For more information, visit oscardelarenta.com
Dior Expands Its Medallion Line With New Leather Accessories
For Fall 2026, Dior expands its Medallion line under Jonathan Anderson with new wallets and a pouch, continuing the collection’s focus on refined everyday leather goods. Defined by an envelope-style construction, each piece is accented with the signature Medallion emblem, used as both a decorative and functional detail. Designed for practical use, the accessories feature multiple compartments, contrasting interior linings, and a muted palette of soft tones. The pouch is further enhanced with an adjustable, removable shoulder strap, offering versatility for day-to-day wear while maintaining a balance of elegance and utility.
For more information, visit dior.com
Tom Ford’s Summer Capsule Has Arrived
Haider Ackermann’s Spring Summer 2026 collection for Tom Ford is built around the kind of summer dressing that does not need to try too hard. Laser-cut leathers, supple cashmere and buttery silk form the foundation, with standout pieces including a Cut Out Patent Leather Large Panier tote in Chive, a Merino Piqué Sleeveless Tank Dress in Pale Yellow and an Ultrasoft Cashmere Silk Open Collar Polo Knit in Glass Green. The Vertigo Ankle Strap Sandals round out the summer wardrobe across three colourways, Petrol and Espresso, Violet and Pomegranate and Bright Green.
Shop the collection at tomfordfashion.com
Levi’s Celebrates Football’s Biggest Tournament With A New Tee Collection
Levi’s is celebrating global football culture with the launch of its new Country Ringer Tees collection. Inspired by national pride and fan culture, the collection features country-specific designs representing 13 nations competing on football’s biggest stage, including Morocco, Brazil, England, France, Japan and South Korea. Available in two retro-inspired fits, the collection reimagines sports-inspired dressing through a fashion lens, offering pieces designed to be worn long after the final whistle.
For more information, visit levistrauss.com
Beauty Briefing
Kayali Is Opening Its Biggest Experience Yet At Dubai Mall This June
Kayali is taking over the Star Atrium at Dubai Mall from 20 to 29 June with the Kayali Café, its most ambitious consumer experience to date, created in partnership with Sephora Middle East. A café collaboration with Toby’s Estate adds a menu of co-branded beverages inspired by the brand’s most iconic scents including Vanilla 28, Yum, Eden and Oudgasm. Visitors spending Dhs125 or more unlock access to the Kayali Claw Machine filled with fragrance samples, while higher spending tiers unlock exclusive merchandise, travel sprays and the chance to win a 24K gold necklace. Mona Kattan will be making a personal appearance on opening day, 20 June, from 2pm to 3pm.
For more information, follow /@kayali on Instagram
Ashri Skin Launches Plump & Revive Hydrogel Eye Patches
Ashri Skin has introduced its Plump & Revive Hydrogel Eye Patches, a targeted under-eye treatment designed to hydrate, smooth, and revitalise tired skin as part of a nightly skincare ritual. Formulated with hyaluronic acid complex, hydrolysed collagen, glutathione, arbutin, vitamin E, caffeine, peptides, and ceramides, the patches aim to reduce signs of fatigue while supporting overnight skin repair. Alongside the launch, the brand also expands its retail presence with availability at H&M Beauty, marking a new chapter in its approach to modern, science-led skincare.
For more information, visit ashriskin.com
Art Meets Fragrance In Frédéric Malle X Yasmin Al Mulla Collaboration
Éditions de Parfums Frédéric Malle has partnered with Emirati multidisciplinary artist Yasmin Al Mulla on a new collaboration that brings together fragrance and contemporary art. Exploring the relationship between scent, light, and form, the project sees Al Mulla translate the essence of the fragrance house’s collection into sculptural works characterised by fluid lines and luminous compositions. Rooted in a shared appreciation for craftsmanship and creative expression, the collaboration creates a dialogue between heritage perfumery and contemporary design.
For more information, visit fredericmalle.com
All That Glitters
Bvlgari Introduces Two New Summer-Inspired Timepieces
Bvlgari is celebrating the spirit of the Italian summer with two new additions to its iconic Bvlgari Bvlgari watch collection. Featuring handcrafted mother-of-pearl marquetry dials in luminous pink and green hues, the 33mm timepieces combine Roman heritage with exceptional craftsmanship. Inspired by ancient mosaic artistry, each dial is meticulously assembled from approximately 400 pieces of mother-of-pearl and finished with diamond hour markers, creating miniature works of art designed to capture the elegance of the season.
For more information, visit bulgari.com
Leisure, Luxe, Repeat
Fujifilm Instax And Amira Adeeb Unite For ‘Tasbeera’ Campaign
Fujifilm Instax Middle East has partnered with Egyptian singer-songwriter Amira Adeeb for Tasbeera, a new campaign celebrating self-expression through music, fashion and photography. Launching alongside Amira’s debut release with Warner Music, the campaign introduces the new Instax Mini LiPlay+ through a cinematic visual world inspired by creativity, individuality and memory-making. The collaboration also marks the regional launch of the hybrid instant camera’s latest sound integration features, allowing users to pair captured moments with audio memories and voice recordings.
For more information, visit instax.com
Dolce&Gabbana Is Taking Over The Mediterranean’s Most Iconic Beach Clubs This Summer
For summer 2026, Dolce&Gabbana returns with its DG Resort creative takeover, transforming three of the Mediterranean’s most celebrated beach destinations. At Le Carillon in Portofino, the house’s Verde Maiolica print envelops the beach club in white and deep green, while an elegant vertical stripe motif defines the pop-up and the new Vesta Porto restaurant. At Casa Amor in Saint-Tropez, the vibrant Carretto Siciliano pattern brings folkloric colour to Pampelonne beach, complemented by Mediterranean cuisine from chef Zouhair. At Hotel Cala di Volpe on the Costa Smeralda, the Maiolica print appears for the first time in a sun-drenched yellow variation across the Atrium Bar terraces, alongside decorated cabanas and an exclusive summer pop-up store.
For more information, visit dolcegabbana.com
Burberry Brings Summer To The Athenian Riviera At One&Only Aesthesis
Burberry has partnered with One&Only Aesthesis on the Athenian Riviera for a summer takeover inspired by the resort’s cinematic 1960s heritage. The iconic Burberry House Check has been reimagined in a fresh colourway inspired by the surrounding turquoise waters, woven throughout the pool area, gardens, tennis and padel courts. Guests can explore the coastline aboard Burberry branded boats or custom buggies and bicycles, while the hotel’s boutiques offer the 2026 High Summer collection, including polo shirts, bikinis and Margate bags hand-crocheted in raffia. Running until 31 October 2026.
For more information, visit oneandonlyresorts.com
ROKA Is Opening Its Second Dubai Location
ROKA is bringing its signature robatayaki dining to the rooftop of Six Senses The Palm, Dubai, marking the brand’s second city location following five successful years in Business Bay. Open exclusively for dinner from 6pm, the new rooftop restaurant is designed for sunset gatherings and late night dining, with an expansive terrace overlooking the Arabian Gulf and Dubai’s skyline. The opening follows recent ROKA launches in Kuwait, Bahrain, Riyadh and Mykonos, continuing the brand’s international momentum across some of the world’s most dynamic lifestyle destinations. Further details on opening dates will be announced soon.
For more information, visit rokarestaurant.com
Paris Society Unveils Summer Experiences Across The UAE
Paris Society has launched its summer programme across its UAE venues, introducing a seasonal line-up of beach escapes, night swims, poolside experiences, and sports-focused activations. The programme brings together waterfront destinations and dining concepts with new ways to experience the summer season, including World Cup screenings, match-day offers, evening swim experiences, and curated beach and pool packages. From La Cantine Beach Club and Kyma to Tagomago, Gigi Rigolatto, Ninive Beach, and Maison Revka, the collection of experiences combines leisure, dining, and entertainment across Dubai’s hospitality scene, offering guests new ways to gather, relax, and celebrate throughout the summer.
For more information, visit paris-society.com
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