How do you convince the younger customer to swap their streetwear for tailoring? We think Silvia Venturini Fendi might have the winning formula.

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For the Men’s Fall 2019 show, she wanted to entice this new generation towards the classic silhouettes, but in a typical Fendi fashion, smart jackets and trousers came with a twist.

Most of her suits offer a relaxed fit and are presented in a series of quirky combinations. From two-tone blazers and satin trousers with contrast pockets, to cropped band blazers accented at the shoulders to the cleaver use of silver thread on some of the separates.

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It didn’t feel overly formal with some sportier pieces such as knitwear with crossbody zips, a gold parka, chic track pants, nylon bags (including the very first Baguette for men with multiple straps), abstract graphic prints and trilby hats as well as caps – but note, there wasn’t a sneaker in site.

Functional and stylish, now this is a smart collection you can take to the streets.

There is a lot to be gained from having influenetial friends, and Nicolas Ghesquiére has plenty to showcase his Pre-Fall 2019 collection for Louis Vuitton.

The 17-strong A-list cast, including Michelle Williams, Sophie Turner and Alicia Vikander, have previously worked with the French fashion house and illustrate ‘the divertsity of feminine expression’.

 

“These women embrace the various personalities that embody fashion at Louis Vuitton. Be they stars or new faces, all of them share the same willpower, and confidence in their choices, and at the same time, reflect the eclecticism of the female identity,” Ghesquiére said in a statement.

The collection itself is eclectic, feminine and packed with autumnal themes. Perfectly balancing countryside attire with the essentials for a city dweller, the designer plays with vibrant colours and prints, as well as shapes and textures.

Checks are reminiscent of tartan rugs that are blended with strictly tailored lines, while floral blouses and pleated skirts, preppy pussy-bow blouses and oversized jumpers create a joyful clash of genres that define the sophisticated yet spontaneous theme of the collection.

Scroll through the gallery above to see all the pieces, and the A-List models in full.

Giorgia Armani brings the ski-resort attire to the urban streets of a buzzing city with his Fall 2019 collection for Emporio Armani.

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The show notes that the pieces were ‘designed for a hybrid habitat’, and are “sporty but urban at its core”. What does this mean? The designer imagines a laid-back man who still wants to feel well-put together, hence we saw smart tracksuits and hooded jumpers worn under sharp tailoring, all styled with sneakers or boots.

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The first part of the show featured plenty of animal-like texture (all faux) in black and grey, before he introduced oversized puffer coats styled with Yeti boots. The knitwear was exceptional and wouldn’t look out of place at some lavish apres-ski location, with the middle section of the show dedicated to on-the-slopes style. Out came the waterproof coats with multiple oversized pockets, a velvet ski suit and wide-fit trousers.

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Tailoring was neat and elegant, as expected of Armani, but the final part of the collection really fused the two ideas together. The all-white separates were perfectly layered that resulted in a harmonious balance of sport and metropolitan wear, while the final series of snake print velvet blazers reminded us once again why a man always turns to Armani for formal yet contemporary sense of dressing.

SIHH has officially kicked off it’s finally fair in January as it moves to April in 2020.

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Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie in Geneva (SIHH) will be held from April 26 to 29, a smart move with Baselworld taking place a week later meaning that two of the biggest watch events can be covered in one trip to Switzerland.

This is an answer to many of the requests from retailers in the industry and will likely boost the participation in both, especially as last year both Audemars Piguet and Richard Mille announced that they will no longer take part after this year, while Swatch Group, Baselworld’s largest exhibitor with 16 brands, pulled out of Baselworld for 2019.

Audemars Piguet.

So far during SIHH 2019, Audemars Piguet celebrated the launch of its new collection ‘CODE 11.59 by Audemars Piguet’. CODE stands for Challenge, Own, Dare and Evolve. The contemporary evolution of a classic, this collection gives a contemporary twist and a certain edginess to the classic round watch, while carrying on the Manufacture’s long history of unconventional form and design languages.

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A. Lange & Söhne have five new pieces to unveil. Our highlight is the a limited edition of the Langematik Perpetual which is now available with a case in honey gold. Used exclusively by the watch brand, the material is particularly hard and robust.

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Ulysse Nardin showcase their most experimental collection to date. The FREAK X, the little cousin of its ”Freak antecedents”, stands out as the entry point into the FREAK collection. The sizing is tighter – 43mm instead of 45mm – but it is easier to read and operate. It has a crown for time correction, which breaks with one of the most iconic aspects of the crown-less FREAK VISION or FREAK OUT models, which correct time by the bezel. The “baguette” movement is still a carousel, turning once on itself every hour to indicate the time. It is simpler, bolder, and has fewer wheels. It has no dial and no hands – the central bridge acts as a minute hand and one of the wheels indicates the hours.

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Baume & Mercier is unveiling eight Classima Lady steel watches at SIHH 2019. With new dials and sizes, and with quartz and automatic movements, the collection has been designed to offer every woman her ideal timepiece. Two jewelled models with mother-of-pearl dial and diamond-set case are now being added to enhance the collection.

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The five Clifton Baumatic watches, powered by the BM13 version of the Baumatic calibre, combine performance, technical achievement and refined design. They express a combination of watchmaking expertise and contemporary style, which has characterised the Baume & Mercier approach for 189 years.

This year, the collection expands with a red gold case and a gradated blue dial. The Clifton Baumatic is the essential companion for aesthetes with assertive tastes in perpetual pursuit of performance and innovation.

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Continuing their partnership with Lamborghini and Pirelli, Roger Dubuis introduces Excalibur One-off – a timepiece at the crossroad of visionary design and roaring mechanical technology, powered by an exclusive RD106SQ calibre worthy of the most complex engines.

Roger Dubuis.

Traditionnelle Twin Beat Perpetual Calendar by Vacheron Constatin integrates an instantaneous jumping indications for the perpetual calendar that requires 4 times less torque than a normal perpetual calendar. When worn, the Traditionnelle Twin Beat Perpetual Calendar beats at a high frequency that is aligned with modern active lifestyles, displaying the hours, minutes, date, month, leap year cycle and power reserve on its dial. When the watch is not being worn, its in-house developed calibre 3610 QP can be slowed down in order to maintain its timekeeping abilities over an extended power reserve of at least 65 days.

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During a press conference, Panerai announced that they will be the official sponsors of Luna Rossa, the Challenger of Record team for the 36th edition of the America’s Cup. To mark this partnership, the watchmaker unveiled the Submersible Luna Rossa, with the dial made with the material of the Luna Rossa racing boat competition sails.

Stay tuned for more in the coming days.

Off-White, aka the streetwear label that rebranded streetwear as we know it, has partnered with Mr Porter on their biggest capsule to date.

From January 21, the 44-piece collection titled “Modern Office”, will offer a dress code of traditional and modern sportswear, inspired by a new generation of workers and their work places.

Under the direction of founder Virgil Abloh, the collection is comprised of 20 ready-to-wear pieces, 18 accessories and six pairs of footwear.  In a statement, designer said that working with the luxury ecommerce platform has always been a goal for him and added:

“I’m happy to have our worlds collide introducing the Mr Porter consumer who may not be aware of Off-White and bringing the Off-White customer who may not be aware of Mr Porter to an elevated place of luxury shopping.”

Standouts include: the Work trench linen coat with tonal embroidered arrow logo; all-over logo-print washed cotton heavy canvas jacket; wide-leg linen trousers with tonal arrow logo; all-over logo silk camp-collar shirt. Fiona Firth, Buying Director at Mr Porter, added:

“The eclectic product mix and design bring to life the ‘Modern Office’ inspiration, and truly speaks to the way in which many of our customers dress and navigate in their daily lives.”

Sometimes, your skin needs a little boost of goodness to enjoy the benefits of your daily routine to the max, and the best catalyst for that is a mask packed with active ingredients.

From quick fixes to overnight saviours, from gel to sheets, there are so many options to tackle any complexion concerns that leave you feeling fresh faced. Incorporating a mask just once a week can be transformative.

The key thing to keep in mind is that a mask should suit your skin type. Clay masks can be too strong for dryness and sensitivity, and if you’re prone to breakouts then stay from anything to waxy or oily. Have combination skin? Then apply a selection of masks to different parts of your face depending on concerns.

What can be more indulgent than spending 10 extra minutes or more in the bathroom giving your skin the much-needed TLC? Click through our edit of products that deliver every time.

Miuccia Prada unleashes her fashion monsters onto the runway during the Prada Fall 2019 Men’s show.

Inspired by horror films such as Frankenstein and The Rocky Horror Picture Show, through her pieces she communicated her view on humanity, especially sensitivity and the search of love.

Despite the heaviness seen through military jackets and tough shoes, there was lightness translated through textured caps and chunky knitwear, as well as humour with Frankenstein’s face printed on women’s skirts and lightning bolts and hearts on men’s shirts.

The elements of science fiction were effortlessly blended with the codes of the house and Miuccia’s unmistakable edge that makes each of her collections feel contemporary and wearable. As we’ve seen at Dolce & Gabbana, tailoring continues to shine through the prints and embellishment, and here she offers neat jackets cinched at the waist with multiple belts and high-waist trousers in grey, khaki and black.

For the girls, she morphed elegant black dresses with modern chunky loafers and sneakers giving the whole look a fresh perspective, perhaps the era of towering heels is no longer appropriate for a modern woman. And it looks like neither is the restricted wardrobe for men with Prada offering everything he could possible need to confidently channel your personality, with a side of monster mash.

If you needed evidence that men’s fashion is heading into the smart dressing territory, Dolce & Gabbana’s latest collection should solidify this for you.

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While streetwear and sneakers rule supreme on the cobbled sidewalks of the city, inside the Milan venue the design duo wanted to refocus their efforts on the classics, and nothing is more timeless than exceptional tailoring.

Taking a step back from the millennial likes and travelling around the world to stage their Italian extravaganza’s (Dubai included) Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana transported us back home to the family-run tailors and Sicilian aristocracy, where it was the craftsmanship that spoke louder than any Instagram post.

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Over 100 looks were dedicated to craftsmanship, creativity and essence of dressing your very best, all designed to show the men of today what smartwear is really like. It’s not stuffy or rigid, instead it’s corduroy, metallic brocade and jacquard (the latter inspired by Byzantine frescoes in Venice, Rome, and Monreale.) They enlisted a narrator to talk over each section of the collection, echoing the old shows from the Fifties when it was standard to have a master of ceremonies explaining the pieces.

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They opened with the classic black and white items, before leading into pyjama suiting followed by a series of golden-thread ensembles that looked as regal as they did contemporary. Corduroy and plaid print as well as knitwear with the new D&G logo were a nice refresher before we dived back into the rich textures of velvet, embellishment and sequins.

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This is the Dolce & Gabbana that can be worn across all generations.

Whoever thought that Versace will somehow become a diluted version of it’s former self post Michael Kors acquisition, would’ve felt the slap of neon colours and crystals from last night’s showcase.

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Donatella cast an array of high profile models, think Kaia Gerber, Imaan Hammam, Emily Ratajkowski and Bella Hadid, to strut out in all the brand’s signature looks including the familiar prints, citrusy shades, embellished denim, leather and lace.

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The Ford logo looked slightly out of place among the feather trim coats and plaid suits, but it highlighted the fun nature of the brand that we have grown to expect. The harnesses and hardware was a nod to the sensuality that often presented itself during the Gianni era, while the middle section of the show packed with print clashes, bold colourways, sneakers, logo socks and Nineties jeans felt perfectly retro.

 

“Layered looks and seemingly random clash of elements, colours, jewellery, accessories, prints and shapes give men the possibility and courage to test the extent of masculinity and to tell their own story,” the brand writes on their social media.

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The Versace glamour clan need not to worry, there is plenty on offer including neat tailoring, lace, leather, fitted silhouettes, timeless bikers and bold accessories. Among all the embellishment were the simpler pieces like the black blazers accented at the shoulders, silk shirts and printed knits that truly highlight Versace’s strong position in the fashion landscape.

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There was a reason that Alessandro Sartori, Ermenegildo Zegna Artistic Director, held his latest show in Milano Centrale, after all there aren’t many places in the world that can contain so many different nationalities, cultures and social backgrounds than a railway station.

The buzzing hub of diversity is what is at the core of the Fall 2019 line. A sense of formality comes to the fore, attuned to the industrial drum of the concrete jungle to match the needs of fast, connected lives.

“Borders keep being narrowed throughout the world,” said Sartori. “I felt the urge to advocate the power of openness and multiplicity through my own means as a fashion designer, expressing awareness and responsibility at every step of the creative process, from textile-making to devising new categories of clothing to the staging of the fashion show in such a meaningful place. In doing so, I keep perfecting my vision of the contemporary metropolitan wardrobe: an idea of tailoring for a cross-generation of global customers”

Categories are mixed and hybridized: jackets have outerwear pockets; shirts become jackets in boxy, functional volumes; blousons sport tailored collars; cargo pants are sartorially inclined. Even the quilted puffer jackets are constructed in the tailoring atelier, gaining an elevated touch.

Outerwear, either long or cropped, is dramatic and voluminous, with bubbly bombers, quilted parkas with detachable collars and knit overcoats; jackets have lean, longer volumes, concealed closures and geometric pockets; full trousers narrow towards the elasticated bottom. Knit is a building block that offers further textural stimulation.

A youthful element comes from the mix of patterns: jacquards singularly adapted to each garment; textural weaves of cashmere, paper and leather; slogans and metropolitan scenes turned into bold visual abstractions either as prints or jacquards.

As for accessories, expect bold-soled zippered boots and multi-material sneakers, with the iconic Cesare that are available for complete customization. Launched on the night of the show, #MyCesare offers personalisation in-store, at selected Ermenegildo Zegna boutiques worldwide, and online om Farfetch. In keeping with the assertive functional mood, bags are roomy and geometric, with modular solutions.

You may know Adam Levine as the frontman of the band Maroon 5, or would’ve seen him in the judges chair on The Voice US, but now he is taking on a new role.

The singer has been named as a global spokesperson for L’Oréal Paris Men Expert, and his new job will kick off with fronting the world’s best-selling skincare range for men, the Hydra Energetic line. In a statement, he said:

 

“To be the voice of this campaign is a great way to motivate men through the simple move of taking good care of the faces we’re given.”

This move is part of the strategy for the company to connect to a new audience, and will be the first time they use a musician to carry their message. As well as being a successful performer, Levine is also a father and with all these responsibilities, he perfectly embodies the multilayered, multifaceted modern man that L’Oréal Paris is striving to reach.

 

“The unlimited energy he brings to his performances and life makes him a powerful spokesperson that embodies our vision of the modern Men Expert man,” L’Oréal Paris global brand president Pierre-Emmanuel Angeloglou told WWD.

Can’t bear the thought of going to the gym? Make it a little easier by feeling like a superwoman before you even step onto the treadmill.

How? With well-fitted and amazing looking workout gear. There has been an expansion of stylish sportswear that are guaranteed to give you the motivation to power through another cross-fit class.

We are not going to dive too deep into the technicalities and finding the right silhouette, as no one knows your body better than you, but safe to say it has to feel comfortable to move in, and also suit the style of workout that you’re doing.

With that in mind, there are still a few fitness tribes you can choose to be part of. There is the logomania with loud slogans and motivational quotes, the fierce clan of animal print and futuristic fabrics and panels to make you feel like you’re rowing into outer space.

Click through the gallery above for the best workout gear to feel like an Olympian at your next spin class.

With the Golden Globes providing an indication of who will be winning big at the Oscars this year, BAFTA have unveiled the list of nominees ahead of the February 10 ceremony.

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Celebrating the stars of the big screen, the annual awards will take place in London with The Favourite starring Olivia Colman leading the pack with 12 nominations. The much-loved A Star Is Born starring Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper have secured seven nods with another music-based drama Bohemian Rhapsody also receiving the same number of potential wins.

On Sunday, the Freddie Mercury biopic was a surprise winner of best drama and best actor in a drama for Rami Malik at the Golden Globes, with the drama Green Book coming out as the biggest victor.

Below is the full list of nominations, and we are personally rooting for Capernaum to win the Best Film Not In The English Language.

Best Film
BlacKkKlansman
The Favourite
Green Book
Roma
A Star Is Born

Outstanding British Film
Beast
Bohemian Rhapsody
The Favourite
McQueen
Stan & Ollie
You Were Never Really Here

Best Supporting Actor
Adam Driver, BlacKkKlansman
Mahershala Ali, Green Book
Richard E. Grant, Can You Ever Forgive Me?
Sam Rockwell, Vice
Timothée Chalamet, Beautiful Boy

Best Supporting Actress
Amy Adams, Vice
Claire Foy, First Man
Emma Stone, The Favourite
Margot Robbie, Mary Queen of Scots
Rachel Weisz, The Favourite

Best Adapted Screenplay
BlacKkKlansman
Can You Ever Forgive Me?
First Man
If Beale Street Could Talk
A Star Is Born

Best Actor in a Leading Role
Christian Bale, Vice
Bradley Cooper, A Star is Born
Rami Malek, Bohemian Rhapsody
Steve Coogan, Stan and Ollie
Viggo Mortensen, Green Book

Best Actress in a Leading Role
Viola Davis, Widows
Melissa McCarthy, Can You Ever Forgive Me?
Glenn Close, The Wife
Lady Gaga, A Star is Born
Olivia Colman, The Favourite

Best Director
Spike Lee, BlacKkKlansman
Paweł Pawlikowski, Cold War
Yorgos Lanthimos, The Favourite
Alfonso Cuaron, Roma
Bradley Cooper, A Star Is Born

Best Original Screenplay
Cold War
The Favourite
Green Book
Roma
Vice

EE Rising Star Award
Letitia Wright
Jessie Buckley
Cynthia Ervo
Barry Keoghan
Lakeith Stanfield

Best Animated Film
Incredibles 2
Isle of Dogs
Spider-Man: Into The Spider-Verse

Honesty and transparency is something all the luxury names are keeping in mind when it comes to securing a loyal and young customer base.

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If in the past you’ve struggled to find out where your bit of sparkle came from, Tiffany & Co. have announced a major step towards being open about the exact geographical location of their stones.

The house will now share the origins of all of its diamonds (0.18 carats and larger) with their perspective buyers. How? When you peek through the glass cabinets at the dazzling jewels, you will see a note next to each piece that will state the provenance of the stones.

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To further cement this strategy, there will be a serial number etched on the gem’s surface, but don’t worry, this little detail will be completely invisible to the naked eye.

 

“Through transparency in sourcing and craftsmanship, we hope that people will further understand the important journey of a Tiffany diamond, and its positive impacts around the world,” said Anisa Kamadoli Costa, chief sustainability officer at Tiffany & Co. in a statement.

This move comes into action from today, and by 2020 the brand will be able to share the full journey of the stone from a named mine to the pretty blue box, including where it was cut and polished.

Now that sounds like the perfect environmentally and socially-conscious engagement ring in the making.

Nishane is a luxury fragrance brand from Turkey, inspired by the rooted traditions, modern vision and the cosmopolitan structure of Istanbul.

We get to know the founders, Mert Güzel and Murat Katran, over a freshly brewed pot of Turkish coffee.

What’s the first thing you do when you get up in the morning?
Murat: Hug Nisha, the puppy.

Mert: Have my first cup of coffee.

Three items you can’t live without?
Murat: Sunglasses, perfume, mobile phone.

Mert: Mobile phone, travel size perfume, card holder.

Complete the sentence: I’m happy when…
Murat: My loved ones are around me.

Mert: I’m travelling.

What do you love the most about your job?
Murat: How it amazes people around the world and to see them become fans of the brand.

Mert: The creativity.

Where do you love to hang out while in Dubai?
For lunch or dinner, we head to BOCA (in DIFC). JBR is great for walking, especially in the winter time. Also Nikki Beach and Cove Beach.

What do you do to relax and unwind?
Murat: I eat chocolate and listen music alone.

Mert: Watching a movie or a TV series on different platforms.

What really annoys you?
Murat: Know-it-all people and liars

Mert: Persistence

If you could give your younger self one piece of advice, what would it be?
Murat: Spend more time with your grandparents.

Mert: Keep doing what you want.

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Did you have a plan B career path?
Murat: I don’t believe creativity can be limited to only one area that someone is already involved in. I am so devoted to working in a creative position. That is my only career path.

Mert: Certainly not. Especially in my case in which you fully have to assign yourself for the success of the brand, there is no room in your brain to think about any other career path.

Who would you like to be stuck on a desert island with?
Murat: Don’t want to be stuck anywhere.

Mert: Nobody, to get some rest.

What book are you reading at the moment?
Murat: Life Is Like a Musical: How to Live, Love, and Lead Like a Star by Tim Federle

Mert: Reading again after 12 years: Memories of My Melancholy Whores by Gabriel Garcia Marquez

What is your happy place?
Murat: Istanbul

Mert: Home

What’s your personal motto?
Murat: “Unfold your own myth”

Mert: “Do your best”

How do you want the world to remember you?
Murat: A game changer in the perfumery whose legacy (the perfumes created) will surely
continue amazing the new generations to come.

Mert: A talented artist

Nishane is stocked in Perfumery & Co, Ounass, Harvey Nichols, Galeries Lafayette, BHV Le Marais, Limited Gallery, The Scent Library, Tryano, Marash. L’Odore Boutiuque across KSA & Harvey Nichols Riyadh.

Forget New York and Paris, now there are more niche fashion weeks filling up our schedules with Vegan Fashion Week being the latest to come across our style radar.

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The four-day event is the first of it’s kind and will take place in the heart of the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles next month – the city already taken a historic step by banning the production and sale of fur.

Brainchild of animal rights advocate, Emmanuelle Rienda, the event will kick off on February 1 and is ‘an experience where fashion meets activism with a deeply conscious twist.’ The website states that Vegan Fashion Week is:

 

“Designed to empower conscious brands and humans globally with an elevated platform for achievement, inspiration, and discovery. This is a tribute to the animals and an ode to the end of animal exploitation in all forms.”

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There has been a significant shift on the fashion landscape towards sustainability with brands like Versace, Chanel and Gucci banning the use of fur in their collections, while Burberry have vowed to stop destroying unsold goods.

VFW aims to educate the wider public about conscious fashion through shows and presentation, but you can also hang out at the vegan lounge offering cruelty-free fashion, beauty, food and innovative alternatives sourced globally.

Alessandro Michele is expanding his Gucci universe with a new 14-strong fine fragrance collection in collaboration with master perfumer Alberto Morillas.

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Inspired by the philosophy of alchemy, The Alchemists Garden is created with the old art of fragrance making, for a collection of seven eaux de parfum, four perfumed oils, three acque profumate and a scented candle that combines musk, iris petals, and violet extract for a soft, powdery fragrance.

 

“The collection is created around the idea that some primary scents of perfumery, like the essences of the flowers, the green fragrance of plants, could be joined to specific places, and linked to certain memories,” said Michele in a statement.

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These natural ingredients encourage creative layering and the latest project delivers up to 48 different combinations, allowing you to find your own Gucci personality.

The apothecary theme extends into the design of the products with the vintage-looking bottles decorated with gold lettering and a quirky animal motif.

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Team a&e are particularly taken with perfumed oils that have the staying power for all-day freshness. The green toned bottles for the four oils from the collection are crafted from white lacquered glass, each celebrating a single note in modern compositions. ‘Fading Autumn’ has a fragrance of bois modern, ‘A Winter Melody’ features a note of cypress and ‘Moonlight Serenade’ evokes lavender.

Perfectly decadent.

As a fashion designer, Jeremy Scott is the definition of ‘extra’.

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A man who does excess with flair and glamour, he took Moschino men’s Fall and women’s Pre-Fall collections to Rome for a Federico Fellini-inspired show.

Held in the cities Cinecittà Studios, Scott channelled everything he loves about the late Italian filmmaker through set design and styling, focusing on the ‘exaggerations, off-duty showgirls, Casanovas.’

Not one for subtlety, girls strutted out in Victorian wigs with logo printed leggings and caped crop tops, while the boys sported Gladiator armour and helmets. As expected, there were plenty of dramatics including maxi chandelier earrings, feathers, corsets, crowns and even ballerina tulle skirt worn by one of the male models with a biker jacket and boots.

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Once you filter out the theatrics (it wouldn’t be Moschino without them) the craftsmanship really stands out. From beaded flapper dresses and embroidered golden logo’s on tweed, to embellishment and draping, technically this is one of the strongest collections we’ve seen from him in a while.

Outwear was just phenomenal, especially look number 3 featuring a midi wool coat in moss green cinched at the waist with a satin Geisha belt, and look number 6 worn by Nora Attal featuring a full-length black coat with detailed stitch work on the sleeves. For the guys, Scott offers a few classic silhouettes with a slight exaggeration on the shoulders as well as military, bomber and leather jackets.

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If in the past quirky styling and loud prints distracted from the essence of the collection, here the clothes and the accessories are finally having their moment.

Any expat would tell you to take a leap of faith and work abroad. Not only can this bold move offer career growth, but it can expand your mind socially and culturally.

Dubai Design District

But how do you pick where to dedicate your precious time to? HSBC decided to do the hard work for you and surveyed 22,318 foreign employees in 163 countries to put together the top five countries for expats, and the UAE was one of them.

It’s not surprising with sunny weather all year-round, diverse job opportunities, easy connections to explore various parts of the world during your holidays, and of course the many adventurous things you can enjoy during your time here.

Bahrain was also included in the top five alongside the United Kingdom and Switzerland. Germany came out as the winner with 70% of people questioned saying that it offers a great work-life balance, while 65% claimed that the country had great career progression.

Have you noticed a new wave of handbag designers offering luxury, innovation and plenty of style for your dollar?

The emerging mid-range brands is where the style crowd is turning to for their must-have accessories to see through the next season with some flair, and we can’t blame them. From Dense Lente to Wandler, there is really no need to blow the bank to feel like a million bucks.

Below, we list three labels that should be on your radar.

Trademark

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Minimalist but with just the right amount of quirky detail, this New York born brand creates timeless yet statement making handbags. Designed by Tory Burch’s stepdaughters Pookie and Louisa, expect to see them on the arms of the style pack at Fashion Week.

Okhtein

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Siblings Aya and Mounaz promote Egyptian artisanship through their designs. Their intricate use of materials, including mahogany and metal, is what really makes their bags stand out.

TL-180

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We love the elaborative shapes (especially the drawstring belt bags) Inspired by the artist Anselm Kiefer. The design duo Luisa Orsini and Antonine (Tine) Peduzzi named their brand after their initials and height measurements.

You’ve seen the dresses and closely analysed some of the best beauty looks from the 2019 Golden Globes, but there is a small and yet significant detail that might have slipped your eagle eye.

Last year, majority of the actresses who walked the red carpet at the awards showed solidarity for the Time’s Up movement by wearing black. This year, guests have once again highlighted that #Time’sUp and #MeToo have a lasting meaning in a more subtle way.

Many of the attendees chose to include the Time’s Up x 2 ribbons in the ensemble and wore them either on the wrists, or attached to their accessories.

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Designed by stylist Arianne Phillips, who also created the 2018 pins, they were spotted on hosts for the night Andy Samberg and Sandra Oh, as well as Julianne Moore, Amy Adams, Amber Heard, Claire Foy, Olivia Colman, Emma Stone, Anne Hathaway, Charlize Theron and Jessica Chastain.

The movement aims to address issues of sexual harassment and gender inequity across industries.

Join the front row at the Valentino Men Fall 2019 show with our live stream straight from Paris.

Last season, Pierpaolo Piccioli wanted to present a collection that is relevant to today’s generation with pieces balancing the couture-level craftsmanship with modern streetwear.

Can we expect the same theme to run through the Fall line? Let’s watch and see…

Swiss watchmaker Zenith has been making a lot of noise in the industry, and is ready to be one of the top names for watch enthusiasts. After several years under the radar, they appointed Julien Tornare as CEO who is willing to ‘shake some trees’ and propel the brand into the 21st Century.

Tornare spent his first months in the role building a positive team around him before refocusing on the heritage of the brand and narrowing down the exact steps that needed to be taken to bring the timepieces into the future. He has spent the past year travelling the world and analysing the markets and the clients to get a better understanding of what today’s customer really needs.

In the past few months, Zenith launched Defy Lab and opened the doors of their manufacturer to the public. They are more active than ever across all digital platforms and are continuously pushing the boundaries of craftsmanship through innovation and authentic storytelling.

While he was recently in Dubai, we met with the energetic Tornare to discuss his take on the watch industry today and why he is determined for the brand not to be too restricted by its heritage.

How has the past year been for Zenith?

It’s been a fantastic year. We have had a few key moments. The launch of the Defy with the Defy 21 and Defy Classic. I worked a lot on the brand platform this year, and I spent a lot of time with our marketing team to really think and dig up who we are – what is the brand like? Why the name Zenith? Why the star in the logo? These are all open questions that we worked on in order to begin this year with a 360 communication campaign that goes from visual merchandising to social media presence, to advertising campaigns. It kept us busy, but in a good way.

What has been the highlight?

One thing that I’ve been very happy to change this year and a big achievement for me is the mindset. When I came on board, the mood (within the company) was very bad, so it took me a lot of energy in the first six months and now the mood is so different. That’s the best reward for me.

What did you dedicate your time to the most?

I spent a lot of my time travelling. The more I meet people and the more I’m told that many CEO’s and top management from brands are not travelling anymore. They are stuck in their offices attending meetings and creating reports, and I think that’s wrong. You don’t manage a brand without coming to the field. I’m saying this knowing that I should be in the region (Middle East) at lot more often. Not only do I talk about the brand, but I get feedback and that’s feeding me a lot for the future developments.

Tell us a little bit about the Defy collection.

It’s a perfect illustration of what we want to do with the brand. The name is from the sixties within our brand, the shape of the case is inspired by a watch that was created in 1970 – the second year of El Primero. We were the first ones to measure 1/10th of a second with a high frequency and 36,000 vibrations per hour. With this we go to the fastest chronograph in the world measuring 1/100th of a second, so not only were we inspired by the past but we pushed the limit and moved forward, and all of this is done in a contemporary design. We live in the 21st Century, we don’t make watches for our grandparents, we make watches for today’s people.

How do you view the watch industry today?

Today we have brands that have a long history but most of them are stuck in the restrictions of that history, they don’t dare to do something else. They are scared of disrespecting their predecessors, which in my opinion is totally wrong. A hundred years ago when watchmakers were making these watches they were in very tough conditions with very basic tools and often using their hands. Today you make the same watch but you are in a sophisticated workshop, you have the best tools and you have computer assistance. So if you do the same job, it’s actually not respectful, its disrespectful because it’s so much easier to do now. And on top of that you sell it for more. So putting all of that on the table, we decided that in order to respect the past, we start from the past but to build a future.

What inspires the Pilot collection?

It’s a great line, we’ve done it for a long time and we are the only brand who are allowed the ‘Pilot’ name on the dial. We started with the vintage angle, which is good and people like it. I tend to say that vintage is contemporary because it’s cool to have something vintage. The Pilot itself is a good segment, and we will reinforce it, there is no reason why we should be vintage only, we can work on contemporary ways to express ourselves in that segment.

What are the highlights of the UAE edition watch?

Zenith is not an opportunistic brand. We only do very few limited editions and I think it’s important to stay so, but sometimes its important to show a market or region that you get into the local spirit and when I started to discuss that, we knew it would be a nice touch with a hint to the local culture. It’s helping us raise awareness and interest around the brand. We produced around 50 pieces and they are almost all sold out.

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What characteristics are crucial to growth in the watchmaking business?

For us its super simple. Having a long history is a great advantage, we are so lucky to have it and I would never disrespect my past – I will start from there and build a future. But it’s also about being real and authentic. Everybody wants to be authentic, but the watchmaking industry has not always been very transparent about showing exactly what they do – whether you hide the back of a watch case or you don’t want to open your manufacturer – we are 100 percent authentic because 100 percent of our watches have a Zenith movement. How many manufacturers can say that at the moment? It’s a handful. So we are part of the very few.

Some people say, “the new generation doesn’t care, they only want to have celebrities and high-end marketing”, I disagree. The new generation have so much access to information, they can know everything about anything at any time. That’s exactly when you have to come back with a message of authenticity that Zenith is Zenith. One hundred per cent of our watches are made with the Zenith movement that we do ourselves. So we sell you substance, we don’t sell you marketing, we are a real brand. It doesn’t mean we should not be more appealing and cool and have a celebrity, we can have it, but the basic of the basic is real. Especially in China, where many brands put all their eggs in the same basket, willing to only be strong in China. The new generation of Chinese were born in the culture of the ‘fake’ and they are scared of fake, and they are scared of things that aren’t true. They want a real product at the right price, and I think we are perfectly positioned. Opening the doors to public visits of our manufacture is in line with our philosophy and we have nothing to hide. We had visits from four or five of our competitors and we welcomed them, so this is our philosophy in an industry that has not always been transparent.

How are you adapting for today’s customer and how do you connect with a younger watch collector?

Everybody is scared about losing the new generation, but we have to show them that we are dynamic, that we are authentic, and that’s the only way we have a chance to keep them interested.

What feedback are you receiving from the customers in the Middle East?

Globally a lot of compliments meaning that finally something is moving. People feel that there’s a lot of energy and I’m trying to push that energy throughout the organisation – and that already changed the perception of the brand, having the right people in the right positions. Then of course when you come with the right product, they sell out and people are talking about them. We are present on social media – when I came on board a year and a half ago, the website was not even responsive so that’s the first thing I did, I fixed the website to make it more attractive and younger. There was little presence on social media and now we have multiple posts per day. It’s a different approach, and the first feedback I get is that we are not yet the top brand, but we are showing that a lot of things are happening within the brand. While many are escaping, we are shaking the tree and that’s what people are noticing.

What challenges does the watch industry face at the moment?

I could come back to authenticity. I hear that people don’t trust brands anymore, it’s a challenge that needs to be fixed and at Zenith we are aware of it. Another one is after-sale service, it’s now more important than ever. I met a group of clients a couple of weeks ago in Paris and I was told that after-sales is “very expensive, we didn’t know we had to handle a watch in this way, how come repairing a watch is so expensive?” So we need to think of new ways, a new approach. You cannot be only innovative in the products, that’s why we opened up the visits, that’s why we do customisation with Bamford and we’re exploring different things. I believe after-sale service, the way it’s been handled for decades should be reconsidered so I’m working on a new offer.

What can we expect in 2019?

We have three big things. The first one is the anniversary of the El Primero movement, which is super important for us but a tricky exercise because most brands celebrate their own anniversary or a watch model – we celebrate the movement. We will work on a concept of twelve events in twelve different cities, one per month, and we will work on the concept that connects the original El Primero to the latest development of today, to go with something of the future, something that doesn’t exist. In a way we will sell something that doesn’t exist yet, but will exist in three to four years, and the people who acquire that concept will be the only ones to fully connect the past to the future in a very interesting way. The second element is the Defy Lab which will commercialise, and the third big element is the launch of the new brand platform including the 360 communication.

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What would you like to do at Zenith that you haven’t done yet?

We are working on the right offer for women. It doesn’t mean a women’s watch, I don’t believe we should do segmentation, that’s something from the past. I think today we live in a world where we talk a lot about men and women being equal on all levels and I don’t think we should have a watch for men and a watch for ladies. We should make beautiful watches that can be worn by both. Of course we need to work on our retail, we have 20 boutiques in the world, but we’ve been treating retail a little bit like wholesale, there hasn’t been a retail culture in the company so I’m putting a team together to develop a retail mindset and tools.

How do you balance desirability and creativity with the business side?

We have to balance. If you let the creatives do the business then you’ll get in trouble, and if you ask the business to be creative then that’s also not easy. I have to be in-between. Recently I asked for a specific design of a watch I want to create and it’s been a fourth time they’ve come with a design and I’m not happy with the result and they are convinced that the watch is going to sell, but I’m not. We need to take the time to do it well. On the other side, I ask our marketing team to be creative. I tell them to go and try things and maybe you do ten things and maybe seven are okay, two are great and one is a mistake, and that’s okay. People without this entrepreneurial spirit never make mistakes, because if you’re told to stay within the frame and you never make a mistake, then you’re a follower, and that’s something I really don’t like.

What do you say no to?

Staying still. I don’t like the lack of rationality. When you do something you have to know why. In Switzerland, watchmaking is typical, they love what they do but they believe it’s the best in the world and people will love it, but they forget to ask themselves ‘is it right for the client?’ In other words, it’s very manufacture-centric versus client-centric. There is a concept that I agree with – you put a red chair around the table and every decision that’s made around the table, we ask the red chair representing the client. Is it good for the client? There are people in the company that want to keep watches that don’t sell because they are beautiful and you have to stop that so they take me for a serial killer! I stop the watch because it’s not a success. Whenever you do something, think about the person who is going to use it, to buy it, to love it and that’s a change in mentality.

What does luxury mean to you?

Luxury for me is something that immediately drives emotion. When I see it, when I buy it, when I use it, there is a special emotion. Luxury means rarity and exclusivity, but to me before anything, it gives you an emotion.

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What book are you reading at the moment?

I’m reading a book by a Swiss writer Joël Dicker called La Vérité Sur L’affaire Harry Quebert (The Truth About the Harry Quebert Affair).

How would you describe yourself?

I’m really passionate, not only about my job but in general. When I do things I like to go in-depth. I like to give 200 per cent. Whether you succeed or fail, when you give 200 per cent you never have any regrets. I like to work in a good environment. I always experienced that whether it was at school with a teacher or coach when I was doing sport, which was a big part of my life, or now with the boss, I like to be inspired and I like someone that helps you grow.

Summarise Zenith in one sentence.

Zenith has a long history and heritage that’s living and expressing in the 21st Century as a real brand with substance and content. We want to be authentic, but having history and authenticity doesn’t mean that you need to dress in an old fashioned way, so you need to produce things of today’s world, if not tomorrow’s.

Describe the view from your office window?

There are two windows. From one I can see the production building, and the other is behind me that I like to sometimes turn to. We have 18 buildings at Zenith because our founder in 1865 at 22 years old was the first to think about putting all the crafts under the same roof. Previously when you had to make a watch, you had to go and see different entities. He was the first to go and hire people, so that’s why he built so many buildings and behind me is the first one. The one that started everything. Now it’s in poor condition, we should renovate it into a museum or something, but I like to turn and imagine I see the guy there working. There are still some work stations there but it was abandoned 40 years ago. Sometimes when I want to have a little break I look at that and think ‘wow that’s where it started’.

If you want health and wellbeing to take centre stage when you plan your next vacation, these are some of the best spa’s that are worth hopping on a plane for.

Talise Spa, Burj Al Arab, Dubai

Let’s start somewhere closer to home. The Burj Al Arab is known for being the only seven-star hotel in the world, and that height of luxury extends to the spa facilities. Divided between men and women, the set-up is regal, the view is mesmerizing and the service is impeccable.

Four Seasons Hotel, Milan

Located in the heart of Milan is a modern spa sanctuary positioned in what can be described as a grotto. Our top pick is the private suite for two, with packages that include aromatherapy, massage and use of the whirlpool and steam bath.

Huvafen Fushi Resort, Maldives

The first underwater spa in the Maldives, Huvafen Fushi Resort offer relaxation in one of the most serene settings. There are two treatment rooms for couples as well as hot and cold water therapies.

Espa Life at Corinthia Hotel, London

Spread over four floors, the spa features 17 treatment rooms, a private spa suite, a Jessica Nails studio and a stunning Thermal Floor with an indoor swimming pool, vitality pool, amphitheatre sauna, ice fountain, marble heated loungers and private sleep pods. The Spa Lounge complements the overall offering by serving light, nutritious refreshments.

Astoria Relax & Spa Hotel, Seefeld, Austria

With an indoor and outdoor pool (imagine swimming among the snowflakes), Astoria offers everything you need to unwind. They have recently unveiled new Astoria Spa House that includes a sauna with panoramic windows, a couples room and numerous innovative therapies.

Clinique La Prairie, Switzerland

Loved by half the Hollywood, the wealthy and politicians, Clinique La Prairie takes health very seriously with a series of programs dedicate to rejuvenating you head to toe, all in a luxurious setting.

Maia Spa Da Nang, Fusion Maia, Vietnam

This all-spa inclusive resort is the ultimate destination for clean eating. From vegan dishes, to raw food and juice cleanses, the menu’s set you up for the ultimate health kick. With two treatments guaranteed per day, per guest, Maia Spa Da Nang redefines the spa experience by incorporating total wellbeing into your daily routine, allowing you the freedom to relax and rejuvenate at your leisure.

The awards season has officially kicked off with the 76th Annual Golden Globes taking place in Los Angeles.

So far, the host Sandra Oh won best actress for her lead role in much-loved TV drama of 2018 Killing Eve, Lady Gaga took the trophy for song Shallow written for The Star Is Born, The Assassination of Gianni Versace: American Crime Story won in two categories, while the big winners of the night so far are Green Book and Bohemian Rhapsody.

The red carpet was aglow with fashion statements, from Lady Gaga’s blue Valentino gown and matching hair, to Janelle Monae rocking the full Egyptian look from the Chanel 17th annual Metiers d’Art show that only took place last month, the stars of the screen were clearly excited to celebrate the beginning of the busy awards season.

As we wait for the rest of the winners to be announced, and for the A-list to head into the glamorous after parties, we have selected our red carpet winners in the gallery above.

There’s only a few weeks to go until the SS19 collections hit the stores, so start prepping your wish list now with must-have bags of the season.

From bum bags to backpacks and oversized carry-all’s, the usual suspects are all in place, however there’s a surprise entry to consider.

Thanks to Jacquemus, Valentino and Fendi, it has now become appropriate to wear small bags (big enough for a phone and credit card) around the neck. You can try and resist, but just like with the Nineties fanny pack, these neckaccessories will be sneaking into your wardrobe in no time.

Elsewhere, the cross body bags are smaller and more compact, while the holdall’s are boxier with the Hermes tie dye option bringing just enough retro vibe to an otherwise a luxurious finish. At Dior Men, Kim Jones has reimagined the classic saddle as a belt bag with a sportier and edgier vibe.

Click through our runway edit of the best SS19 accessories on offer.

The beach club scene is having a revamp this year with a number of global names opening up across Dubai in the next few months. Until then, we picked some seaside escapes to help you enjoy the best of the winter sun.

Cove Beach, Caesars Palace, Bluewaters

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One of the most popular beachside haunts has moved from Jumeirah to newly opened Caesars Palace Hotel. It’s bigger and shinier with three pool areas, bars and restaurants, bathrooms that feel like their very own sanctuary and a wide stretch of pristine beach to soak up those sunrays.

Drift Beach, One & Only Royal Mirage

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An adults only hangout, Drift feels every bit as luxurious as it’s setting alongside the One & Only Royal Mirage hotel, with Instagrammable views of the Marina. The restaurant also serves up an innovative take on classic Provençal cuisine.

Summersalt, Jumeirah Al Naseem

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Another beach that offers amazing views (hello Burj Al Arab) and one of the best spots to dip your toes into the deep blue water. If you’re looking for sun, sea and a great brunch, this place is for you.

Riva Beach Club

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The serene beach destination is located on The Palm and has an indoor Mediterranean restaurant and an outdoor bar. If you want to make it your regular, they also offer 3-month memberships.

Nikki Beach Dubai

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An urban oasis, Nikki Beach Dubai is located on the Arabian Gulf on Pearl Jumeirah. The modern property features cutting-edge architecture and design with the brand’s signature all white décor, tribal influences and stylish ambiance.

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From Huda Beauty skincare line, to Fenty Beauty introducing a whole new range, there’s a lot for you and your bathroom shelf to be excited about this year.

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Huda Kattan continues to grow her global empire by branching out into skincare, but it will be a completely independent brand from Huda Beauty. She will have some competition as Jennifer Lopez announced that she has been working on something to make our complexions glow, just like hers.

While we wait for them to reveal more, Rihanna is making beauty history once again, after being the first to unveil foundation in 40 different shades in 2017 that set a trend for the whole makeup industry. On January 11, Fenty Beauty will release their first concealer in 50 different shades – bravo RiRi.

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We are only three day’s into the year and already there is another brand that we guarantee is going to be a sell-out. Singer Lady Gaga is rumoured to be launching a beauty line after the Internet spotted the website HausBeauty.com go live. The page is still blank with an option to join the mailing list, so watch this space.

It’s time to detox your beauty shelf…

We all have second-day-hair hang ups, but you can make those a thing of the past with our tips to flawless locks every day.

The Prep

All good things start with a great haircut. Trimming your tresser’s once every eight weeks or so will keep the split ends at bay, smooth out the frizz and make it easy to style.

Simple Tools

Running your own hands through the hair might be all that’s needed as heavy brushing and styling can be damaging. There are plenty of brilliant products, but all you really require is a hairspray, dry shampoo, a restorative mask and a styling cream, but do invest in great shampoo, conditioner and hairdryer. Tip: dry your hair upside down for volume.

Braids

Braiding your hair before bedtime or even pinning it in a loose bun (avoid hair tyes as they create kinks) could help you wake up with waves that need minimum effort.

Supplements

Beauty really comes from within, so add fish oil capsules to your diet to give your hair that extra shine,  while vitamins C, E and zinc are known for helping reduce hair loss. Don’t forget to use products with UV filters to protect from sun damage.

Final Touch…

One thing that SS19 runway shows taught us, is the power of a simple pony tail. Gather your hair at the neck and tie with a black ribbon.