Memos From The Middle East: Inside The ‘Morocco, Kingdom of Light’ Fashion Show In Madrid
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FASHION
‘Morocco, Kingdom of Light’ Showcases Two Haute Couture Designers During Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week
Two haute couture designers from Morocco were invited to showcase their creations at the ‘Morocco, Kingdom of Light’ fashion show which took place on February 18, 2023. Both Maison Artc and Albert Oiknine had the honour of closing the prestigious Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Madrid catwalk.
La DoubleJ Launches Their New Collection During Milan Fashion Week
The Milanese fashion brand launched its Fall 2023 Collection, “Awakening the Divine,” during Milan Fashion Week. The latest collection introduces an evocative ready-to-wear line which has been inspired by J.J.’s deep connection to and explorations through Egypt. The stellar collection consists of rich embroideries, sultry hues, bold embellishments, and intricate, hand-placed prints.
Zeid Hijazi Debuts His Spring/Summer 2022 Collection Digitally From London
The Jordanian-Palestinian and Fashion Trust Arabia’s Debut Talent Award prize winner debuts his Spring/Summer 2022 collection, titled “KALT,” The tailored collection revolves around a group of Palestinian women attempting to hack various TV frequencies, through their form of communication, namely, coded data, imaged through traditional cross-stitch embroidery motifs, such as The Key of Hebron, Cypress and The Ears of Corn.
Puma Announces Their New Partnership With FENTY
On March 2, 2023, Puma took to Instagram to announce their latest collaboration with Rihanna’s Fenty. The pair’s previous collection consisted of big bows on top of velvet shoes and fur slides – one can only imagine what they have in store for fans.
Bulgari Releases Serpenti Limited Edition Handbags In Collaboration With Mary Katrantzou
The visionary Greek fashion designer – Mary Krantzou and the Roman jeweller of leather goods – Bulgari have partnered to produce an enchanted collaboration made of lush gardens, blooming flowers and fascinating creatures. The mini-capsule collection includes four Serpenti Limited Edition.
BEAUTY
Yves Saint Laurent Adds To Its ‘Le Vestiaire Des Parfums’ Collection
The French luxury beauty brand introduces the first oud fragrance in YSL’s edgy Vestiaire des Parfums collection – CUIR. Extracted from 80-year-old trees using traditional methods, the Oud has leathery, animalic, elegant, woody and ambery facets.
GHD Introduces its ‘Soft Curl Tong’ And It’s The Solution To All Your Hair Styling Needs
Known for its super high quality products, GHD unveils a new curling tool and we are in love. The product has a large barrel that is ideal to create voluminous curls perfect for an everyday look or even a special occasion.
For more information, visit ghdhair.com
Acqua di Parma Introduces Its Colonia Limited Edition
The Italian lifestyle and fashion company presents Colonia Limited Edition, designed by British fashion designer, Samuel Ross and is a reimagining of its signature fragrance bottle by SR_A, Ross’ London-based, industrial design studio.
CULTURE
The Wine Awards By Cosmopolitan Middle East
Introducing Cosmopolitan Middle East’s Wine Awards, bringing you 60 wines, 19 categories, and 4 judges to give you all the wine inspiration you need – judges will be blind-tasting a variety of best-selling wines so there is no bias.
For more information, please visit cosmopolitanme.com
Guns N’ Roses Are Set To Perform In Abu Dhabi
You heard that right! Fans of the American rock band better prepare themselves to witness history as Guns N’ Roses return to the road for their massive 2023 World Tour produced by Live Nation, headlining stadiums, festivals and arenas around the world throughout the summer and fall.
For more information, please visit livenation.me
Hermès Presents Its Harnessing The Roots Exhibition In Doha
The French luxury house is more than delighted to announce they have arrived in Doha’s National Museum of Qatar for their exhibition, Harnessing the Roots. The exhibition is the second episode of the ‘Hermès Heritage’ touring exhibitions and explores the history and heritage of the house, through a series of objects that highlight iconic themes, colours and motifs from the house’s origins as a harness-maker and saddler, until today.
The exhibition will remain open from March 4, 2023 until April 1, 2023. For more information, please visit hermes.com
Ayushmann Khurrana Will Play Live At Coca-Cola Arena
Performing his hit classics Paani Da Rang, Mitti Di Khushboo, and other super hits for fans live this Eid is Bollywood actor and musician Ayushmann Khurrana. The Indian singer will be performing live at the Coco-Cola Arena this April.
Early bird tickets for the event can be purchased at coca-cola-arena.com.
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Laguna Beach Taverna & Lounge Offers A Respite From The Hustle And Bustle Of Daily Life
The five-star luxurious beach resort, Sofitel Dubai The Palm invites those wanting to embody boho chic and elegance at their exquisite restaurant, Laguna Beach Taverna & Lounge – allowing patrons to indulge in delicious food and drinks whilst feeling at ease in a beautiful and inspiring environment.
For more information, please visit sofitel-dubai-thepalm.com
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