Tashkeel Unveils Eco-Friendly UAE-Designed Interior Peices At COP28
Tashkeel – a leading creative interior design hub in the UAE – is showcasing a series of thought-provoking works by leading UAE-based designers at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP28) in Dubai.
Each piece in the capsule incorporates the key themes from the summit of sustainability and environmentally-friendly design.
The pieces on display at COP28 include:
Doroob (Coffee table + dining table): by Mohamed Elnaggar & Maryam Elattar
Location: COP28 North Hall 2
Doroob reflects the potential of the circular economy. The multifunctional design is inspired by the meaning of ‘Doroob,’ an Arabic term describing the various ways to reach a destination. The materials used are reclaimed from construction and infrastructure projects in addition to fired clay reclaimed from pottery studios across the UAE.
“The piece gives the slightest nod to the brutalist facades so prevalent in the architecture of the UAE of the 1970’s and 1980’s that endures to this day across the country’s urban landscapes. Our aim is to nudge people’s consciousness of the journey of materials and trigger a conversation around production processes, as our contribution to the sustainability movement,” said artist Maryam Elattar.
Alchemy Series (Dining table): by Chinara Darwish
Location: COP28 North Hall 2
The Alchemy Series is made from 100 percent locally sourced marine industry and construction LDPE (low density polyethylene) waste sourced from redundant materials. Designed with sustainability as a core driving force, the eight-seater dining table is a bespoke piece.
“The common perception of plastic is that it is very cheap, unsustainable and has a short lifecycle. However, these problems are not inherent in the material, rather it is how we use it. Plastic is incredibly versatile and heat resistant, so why not upcycle UAE’s plastic waste into new products with longer lifecycles? The mission behind my furniture is to give a second life to waste materials,” said artist Chinara Darwish.
Kaseeriya (bench + stool): by Ebrahim Assur
Location: COP28 Leadership Pavilion
Kaseeriya is a bench and stool set made from HDF, plyboard and recycled cork and covered with Palmade bioplastics. Driven by sustainability and inspired by the UAE, the Kaseeriya bench embodies the essence of simplicity and elegance and signifies unity, strength and togetherness.
“My inspiration is derived from interacting with various surroundings, in a unique way. Each of my designs are created around a particular theme depending on what I am influenced by or what the design intent is for,” said artist Ebrahim Assur.
Yereed (bench): by Lina Ghalib
Location: COP28 Leadership Pavilion
The arish bench-seat ‘Yereed,’ which debuted at Dubai Design Week 2020, cultivates and reclaims palm leaf branches that are shed seasonally in the UAE and turns this waste into a hardwood material structurally sound to create furniture.
The Liminal Series (table): by Hala Al Ani
Location: COP28 Leadership Pavilion
The Liminal Series use salt formations to create a series of tables. The salt crystals are grown on metal structures to lend the material the necessary strength to be used as a table without controlling it.
Mokaعab (modular table/shelf): by Lana El Samman
Location: COP28 Leadership Pavilion
Mokaعab is a modular table or shelf that takes cues from Sharjah’s rich cultural heritage by using the traditional weaving technique of dried palm fronds. The weaving technique of dried palm fronds (khoos) practiced by women has historically been used for wall and ceiling decorations, floor mats, handheld fans, food covers and baskets among other everyday objects.
Braided Series (sofa): by Latifa Saeed
Location: COP28 Leadership Pavilion
The Braided Series Sofa is made from braided cushion tubes over a wooden frame, integrating a contemporary form with characteristic elements of traditional UAE craft practices. The labour-intensive process of weaving is a strong trait across Emirati crafts. The Braided Series pays homage by intertwining modern fabrics to upholster a range of contemporary furniture designs.
Saint Laurent Unveils New Design Concept For Its Parisian Boutique
Saint Laurent has revealed its largest and newest boutique at its historic home in Paris on the Champs-Élysées.
“I wanted to realize one of Yves Saint Laurent’s wishes when he arrived in Paris and said he wanted his name to be written in fiery letters on the Champs-Élysées,” explained Anthony Vaccarello.
With this boutique, Anthony Vaccarello introduces an entirely new design concept which aims to instil a sense of discovery at one of the world’s most emblematic addresses, while celebrating the essence of the original architectural elements.
The building’s restored Haussmannian facade announces the arrival of Saint Laurent’s latest interpretation of modern luxury, while the striking, luminous interior features a series of unique spaces that flow naturally and create an engaging experience for clients. T
Throughout the vast space, a tension between rough textures and precise details generates a new paradigm for a luxury shopping environment.
At once raw and refined, the thoughtful design guides visitors through distinct but unified rooms. Marble displays frame the brand’s collection items as precious objects while encouraging clients to engage with the products on view.
Among the boutique’s many highlights are a double-height foyer featuring a neon light sculpture by artist Cerith Wyn Evans and commissioned by Saint Laurent, a variety of sensuous surfaces and curving staircases in black-lacquered wood, and a serene private garden accessible to clients. Several Donald Judd furniture pieces are displayed throughout.
The house’s complete offering will be available at the Champs-Élysées boutique, including men’s and women’s ready-to-wear, handbags, shoes, accessories, and fine jewellery. A special assortment of items has also been curated for the space, reflecting its elevated nature.
The Saint Laurent Champs-Élysées store is open now at 123 Avenue des Champs-Élysées.
Five Scents That Are Perfect For The Holiday Season
Luxury perfume house Parfums de Marly has five enchanting scents for the holiday season. This exquisite collection exudes lasting elegance, making it the perfect gift choice for those who appreciate timeless allure and luxury.
Delina
The star of the collection, a timeless floral composition with Turkish rose, lily of the valley, and peony, with a velvety musk and vanilla. It’s the ideal gift for someone who cherishes classic femininity.
Layton
A favourite among men, brings an addictive mix of bergamot, lavender, and amber with caramelized coffee notes. This fragrance, perfect for gifting, offers a lasting allure with its blend of classic elegance and modern flair.
Althaïr
This is a captivating creation for the modern hedonist, blends woody and vanilla notes with a touch of Bourbon vanilla. This fragrance offers a lasting allure, ideal for those who seek a unique olfactory experience.
Oriana
This perfume offers a captivating fusion of marshmallow, vanilla, and caramel. This gourmand scent, ideal for gifting, provides a luxurious experience with its blend of comforting warmth and contemporary charm.
Percival
This scent exudes confidence and refinement. With its refreshing blend of citrus bergamot and mandarin, complemented by a touch of woody undertones, it leaves an unforgettable impression.
Giorgio Armani Reveals The Privé Haute Joaillerie Collection
Giorgio Armani has unveiled the house’s latest Privé Haute Joaillerie collection.
The new jewellery pieces showcase the house’s aptitude for masterful craftsmanship combined with exceptional research and design.
In a process of simplification of lines, here exact and geometric, this new collection reinvents forms through an unusual, free and elegant use of gems.
The particularity of the design in this collection lies in the invisible setting, which creates surprising pavé motifs, emphasising the colour and radiance of the gemstones.
The latest Privé Haute Joaillerie consists of three monochrome series: blue, with sapphires and diamonds paired with white gold; green, with tsavorites and diamonds paired with yellow gold; and red, with rubies and diamonds paired with rose gold.
Each series is composed of round lobe and pendant earrings, a necklace with a removable pendant, a bracelet, a ring and a brooch.
The new collection was first presented on 9 December at the Palace Hotel St. Moritz during the Giorgio Armani Neve event. It will then be available from 11 to 27 December at the Giorgio Armani boutique in Zurich and from 27 December to 8 January 2024 at the Giorgio Armani boutique in St. Moritz before arriving at the Armani Privé boutique and atelier in Paris for Haute Couture week from 18 to 30 January. The collection will then arrive in Milan at the end of January.
Celine Reveals “The Show That Never Happened” For Men’s Summer 24
This summer Celine was forced to cancel the house’s Men’s Summer 24 show, following a series of riots in Paris.
In response, Hedi Slimane shot a film the same month between Paris and Monaco to accompany the new season’s collection.
The result was his “Delusional DayDream” collection through the lens of the “The Show That Never Happened” video.
Scenes were shot at La Gaite Lyrique and Le Grand Rex in Paris, as well as at the Monte-Carlo Opera Garnier, featuring classical ballet dancer Laurids Seidel.
Everything in the new video is the creative work of the house’s versatile designer, Hedi Slimane, who was the creative eye behind the film, photography, casting, collection, styling and set design.
To view the full show, visit Celine.com
The Kingdom Photography Award Celebrates Creatives In Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia’s Kingdom Photography Award has opened for registration for the second time, for photographers based in the country.
The Visual Arts Commission launched the second annual competition.
A spokesperson for the arts organisation said: “By creating a visual narrative that encapsulates the beauty and cultural essence of the Kingdom, the Kingdom Photography Award will provide a platform for emerging photographers to portray the diversity of Saudi Arabia, under the theme ‘We Tell Stories”. Photographers are encouraged to submit a series of 3–10 photographs that tell a compelling story of everyday life in Saudi Arabia.”
The competition, available to both Saudi nationals and residents, encourages participants to capture “a day in the life,” loved ones, familiar places, or the inspiring landscapes they live in. This competition is an opportunity to realise that every facet of the Kingdom has the potential to be a masterpiece.
The Kingdom Photography Award offers participants a chance to win 20,000 SAR and gift vouchers worth 20,000 SAR per winner, as well as access to mentorship programs led by renowned professional photographers. In addition, selected entries will also be featured at an exhibition in Hayy Jameel, Jeddah, providing a platform for emerging photographers to showcase their work alongside accomplished professionals.
Everything You Need To Know About Sole DXB 2023
Sole DXB is taking place this weekend in Dubai, celebrating its 12th year in the city.
This year Sole DXB will be commemorating 50 years of Hip Hop with an incredible line up of regional and international artists, featuring some of the genre’s most iconic figures.
Legendary American rapper, singer, songwriter and record producer, Busta Rhymes, who will be headlining the festival on Sunday, December 10th. Known as a pioneer in Hip Hop since the 80s, whose discography includes records with Janet Jackson, Mariah Carey and Lil Wayne.
Arlo Parks
The dynamic street culture festival in Dubai Design District will also see performers such as Jadakiss, Tobe Nwigne, Big Daddy Kane, Soulja and Arko Parks take to the stage.
Throughout the weekend there will be an eclectic series of talks, artworks on display and pop-ups by brands from across the region and beyond.
Soulja
In addition, for this year’s festival, Sole DXB has partnered with Gulf Photo Plus to present “Occupied Pleasures”, a photo exhibition by Tanya Habjouqa.
“Occupied Pleasures” presents a nuanced, multi-dimensional portrayal of humanity’s ability to find pleasure in the face of trying circumstances in occupied Palestine.
The exhibition straddles passive and active meanings: to be occupied under Israel and to occupy oneself, joyfully and defiantly, in pastime and simple pleasures.
Tod’s Reveals Limited Edition Pieces For Its Latest Holiday Collection
Tod’s has unveiled its fabulous Holiday collection for 2023.
It includes special editions of iconic pieces designed specifically for the festive season.
The collection showcases the brand’s exquisite luxurious leathers and shearling with a touch of sparkle.
The collection includes Tod’s T Timeless Bags, available in both polished and shearling versions, and the iconic Gommino, which represents the brand’s heritage.
Additionally, the collection features T Timeless pumps, adorned with rhinestones, and Tod’s W.G. in soft fur with the Kate chain detail, exclusively designed for this winter collection.
The sophisticated designs and meticulous craftsmanship of these pieces will add a glamorous touch to your holiday season, showcasing the excellence of Tod’s Italian style.
Chanel Offers A Nostalgic Look At British Culture For Its Métiers d’Art 2023/24 Collection
The Chanel 2023/24 Métiers d’art collection was revealed in the north of England today.
The show, which was held in Manchester evoked a love story that has existed between Chanel and Great Britain that has lasted for over a century.
The show celebrated British culture, city life in Manchester and of course – Chanel’s iconic house codes.
Tweed was integral to the collection. As Virginie Viard explained in the show notes: “ I thought a lot about Gabrielle Chanel but I didn’t want to recreate Coco’s look when she was wearing the Duke of Westminster’s jackets. I took my cue from the Coco who brought colour to her tweeds. I added a vibrant, pop spirit to them.”
Manchester’s reputation for being a hub for music culture also played big in the show. “For me, Manchester is the city of music, explained Viard. It incites to creation.”
The show took place in Thomas Street, in the North of the city, at dusk, hence the importance being heeded to colour.
The collection is all about feelings. Suits, bags and strings of pearls align around a shimmering, pop palette. Salmon pink, pumpkin, apple green, mustard, sky blue, red and rust light up a horizon that is all at once feminine and singular. Instead of a rock look, the Artistic Director focused on the poetry of emotions with a dash of the sixties.
According to the house, Viard wanted this 2023/24 Métiers d’art collection faithful to the House codes. In addition to each of the codes that make it so modern – the chains at the bottom of the jackets, the contrasting inner fabrics, and the multiple topstitched panels allowing for great freedom of movement – the collection is a celebration of Gabrielle Chanel’s own art of tailoring. Even the tops of the skirts are in the same fabric as the inside of the jackets and coats, offering a continuity of line to the gaze.
In the collection there are also ideas which centre upon Great Britain too. Wraparound skirts, miniskirts with godets, Bermuda shorts, shirts, coat-dresses all featured in tweed, knitwear in Shetland and cashmere. Cuts are fitted, and skirt waists are worn slightly low on the hips.
Pleats, feathers and embroidery work along with hats and jewelled buttons crafted by the Métiers d’art resident at le19M enhance the allure of this collection. Teapots, vinyl records and cute flowers all add fun touches. The collection dares a certain candour with black Mary-Jane shoes. Jeans, leather, and knitwear including babydoll nighties and strapless dresses complete the ensemble, investing domains as varied as football, Manchester’s music scene or the English countryside.
Chanel Teases New Métiers d’Art Show With Manchester Photoshoot
Chanel has unveiled a series of photographs taken in Manchester by Jamie Hawkesworth.
The series reveals the first looks from the French house’s 2023/24 Métiers d’art show that it is holding today.
Under the creative direction of Chanel ambassador Sofia Coppola, the British photographer staged a group of young Mancunians in the first silhouettes of the collection by Virginie Viard.
Key pieces included a black T-shirt dress featuring an embroidered crest, and a fine velvet jersey sweater embellished with a pleated plastron which is dotted with tweed ribbons.
Jackets include multicolour Lesage tweed, woven with denim ribbons or bouclette threads in shades of pink with matching caps.
Meanwhile, knitted looks in pastel tones rub shoulders with Chanel suits in shimmering nuances of pop red, mustard yellow and lilac.
Dior Unveils New-Look Boutique In Mall Of The Emirates
Dior has unveiled its new boutique at the Mall of the Emirates. The large Dior store offers access to all aspects of the house’s codes, from the ready-to-wear and accessories dreamed up by Maria Grazia Chiuri and Kim Jones to the timepieces and high jewellery of Victoire de Castellane, and the art de vivre creations signed by Dior Maison.
The incredible space honours the heritage of the house, while also showcasing ultra-contemporary refinement with Dior style, including the Versailles parquet flooring which is reminiscent of the iconic 30 Montaigne.
The elegant space is bathed in light hues, combining boldness and sophistication, punctuated by pieces of furniture in soft shades of white, cream, blue and grey.
Perpetuating the connections between Dior and art, the various spaces are also dappled with magnetic works offering an enticing opportunity for a leisurely meander.
The new boutique is an exceptional space which celebrates the magic of the Dior dream.
Prada Reveals Pradasphere II At The Start Museum In Shanghai
This week Prada launched the “Pradasphere II”, a public exhibition tracing the history and culture of Prada from its origins in 1913 to the present day.
Located at the Start Museum in Shanghai, China, the exhibition showcases a selection of stories curated by co-creative directors Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons.
There are more than 400 artefacts — physical and digital — on display, drawn from the fashion archive as well as decades-long engagements across art, architecture, culture, and sport.
Building on the success of the first iteration in 2014, this exhibition follows the groundbreaking trajectory of Prada, exploring the indelible impact of its vision on luxury, beauty, and fashion as an intellectual act.
Staged as a lush magazzino (the Italian word for warehouse), Pradasphere II is a cross-section of the multivalent Prada universe. Created in collaboration with 2×4, the New York City and Beijing-based design studio, the exhibition juxtaposes the rough and refined: constructed of industrial warehouse shelving lined with precious pink silk velvet. Together, the exhibition puts forward a way of thinking about luxury: fashion intersects with life — history, art, sport, architecture, and sound.
The exhibition depicts Prada through accumulation, close examination, and hospitality. Diverse elements reveal the themes and ideas core to Prada. Some explore deep craft and skilled making, others reveal the manifold aesthetic contradictions at the heart of the brand, while some explore Miuccia Prada and Raf Simons’s ongoing quest to challenge traditional notions of luxury.
Sharing new perspectives on 110 years of history, the exhibition grants unparalleled, firsthand access into the brand’s past, present, and future.
Pradasphere II is free and is open now until 21st January 2024.
Moynat Reveals Its Whimsical Holiday Season For 2023
Moynat has revealed an exclusive rendition of Canvas 1920, for the holiday season.
The new collection is a whimsical ode to the allure of journeys and pays tribute to the iconic Canvas 1920.
The M monogram canvas dons the finery of travel patches reminiscent of bygone-era trunks, conjuring the opulent era of exploration, where each destination cradled the allure of discovery.
The collection extends an invitation to traverse the corridors of time, guided by enchanting hand-written serigraphy that recalls cherished postcards addressed to Moynat’s Parisian flagship store – each piece a singular keepsake of wanderlust.
The holiday collection graces Canvas 1920 in two timeless palettes: Carbon/Silver and Carbon/Bronze. To round out the ensemble, the leather offerings gleam in both gold and silver, adding a touch of glamour to the enchantment of the season.
FRED Creates “Riviera On Ice” For The Festive Season
The French Riviera is a destination like no other, in summer and winter alike. This holiday season, this coastline so dear to FRED’s heart is being imagined in a magnificent veil of ice for the new campaign.
Shot in an ice rink the campaign celebrates the house codes and takes inspiration both from the French Riviera and the magical beauty of ice.
As if by magic, its landscapes are undergoing a transformation and shining beneath the sun’s rays with a new radiance.
Discussing the new campaign in the notes which accompanied the photoshoot, the house said: “The scintillating beauty of this unexpected and magical spot mirrors that of the jewellery, ready to be revealed whilst we share this moment together. In this festive atmosphere, the infinite blues of the Riviera that have so inspired FRED Blue take on icy and yet blazingly warm shades. A vibrant moment of joie de vivre and sharing, simultaneously sun-filled and ice-cold to reflect the Maison’s infamously mischievous side.”
A New Michelin Star Restaurant Has Been Announced In Abu Dhabi
The Michelin Guide Abu Dhabi 2024 has revealed three new entries in its guide, including a new Michelin Star restaurant.
The second edition of the guide was announced this week in the UAE capital.
Emirati restaurant Erth was awarded one Michelin Star and joins three other restaurants in Abu Dhabi which have retained their star from last year’s inaugural Guide.
Two further restaurants – Oii and Al Mrzab – were also recognised with the Guide’s commendable Bib Gourmand achievement, bringing the total in the capital to six in this category.
Abu Dhabi’s exponential growth is accompanied by increasing numbers of new openings in the city, with an impressively diverse culinary scene and 21 different types of cuisine.
“Our inspectors continue to be impressed by the dynamism of Abu Dhabi and the sheer variety of cuisines on offer. Our newest recipient of a Michelin Star, Erth restaurant, sums up the city so well, as it offers a truly unique experience inspired by the beauty and traditions of the region,” explains Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of The Michelin Guides.
Montblanc Reveals New Pieces In Its Signature Meisterstück Collection
Montblanc has unveiled several new additions to the house’s signature Meisterstück Collection. The latest Meisterstück assortment features a new ink blue colour, a vibrant tone that pays homage to the liquid fuel that powers the writing experience.
In the same spirit, it was also an ink-stained heritage glass bottle found in the Montblanc archives that inspired Artistic Director Marco Tomasetta to introduce a captivating sfumato effect to a selection of Meisterstück leather pieces.
Available in a warm burgundy colour and a modern forged iron colour, the sfumato effect softly transitions from darker colours at the bottom of the bag to lighter tones at the top, evoking the process of ink slowly diffusing into paper. As the effect is manually applied via airbrush on the finished leather at the end of the production process, each sfumato piece is rendered one-of-a-kind and becomes a testament to craftsmanship nurtured over time.
“The visual identity of this collection is rooted in the iconic design elements of one of the most celebrated symbols of writing culture. As a collection that is always evolving, the latest pieces explore an additional dimension of writing with colours and effects directly inspired by the beauty of ink and the effect it creates as it takes hold. The importance placed on the functional value of each piece to its owner is reflected in the selection of new shapes and styles that make these pieces versatile and adaptable,” said Marco Tomasetta, the Montblanc Artistic Director.
Louis Vuitton To Reveal Collaboration With Frank Gehry At Art Basel
At this year’s Art Basel Miami Beach, Louis Vuitton will present a selection of the works that legendary Canadian-American architect Frank Gehry has produced during his wide-ranging and longstanding collaboration with the Maison.
The specially designed booth in which the works will be presented embodies his trademark aesthetic and his constant experimentation with forms.
Wood and cardboard models that have always been central to the architect’s design process find their form in the scenography, while five enveloping sail-like mesh structures nod to Gehry’s 2014 window displays for the Maison.
Organized into four themes dear to Frank Gehry – Architecture and Form, Material Exploration, Animals, and his Twisted Box creation for “Celebrating Monogram”– the objects on display include handbags, trunks, perfume bottles, original artworks, preparatory sketches, and architectural models.
Chloé Unveils Its Festive Collection For 2023 Inspired By Karl Lagerfeld’s Archive
This holiday season, Chloé looks to its rich archives for a festive 2023 collection, taking inspiration from an iconic Fall/Winter 1983 Chloé design by the late Karl Lagerfeld, the Maison’s former Creative Director.
The collection sees a rhinestone-studded arrow embroidered across a black jersey dress, the festive collection is animated by a modern twist on the shimmering arrow motif.
Also starring in the capsule are two further symbols associated with the Maison: the embellished guitar, which finds its origins in a Spring/Summer 1983 Lagerfeld dress design for Chloé; and the oversized ribbon bow, which cinched the waists of multiple looks in the Fall 2004 collection designed by Phoebe Philo, and became a house signature during her tenure at Chloé between 2001 and 2006.
Traced in rhinestones and crystals, the arrow motif that once energised Lagerfeld’s jersey dress galvanises the festive collection. Originally reinterpreted on a black column dress for the actor Maude Apatow, Chloé’s guest at the Lagerfeld-themed Met Gala 2023, the embellished arrow now appears across ready-to-wear, bags, shoes and jewellery.
The festive collection will be available in boutiques and on Chloe.com now.
Prada To Collaborate With Athlete Brian Grubb For New Dubai World Record
Prada Linea Rossa is once again partnering with a Red Bull athlete who is taking on an incredible challenge, American wakeskate pioneer and three-time world champion Brian Grubb.
For his latest effort, Grubb is bringing to life his long-time dream project, an extraordinary world first that combines drone wakeskating and BASE jumping. Perched atop the sky bridge at Dubai’s Address Beach Resort, the Guinness World Record-holding infinity pool sits an astounding 294 meters above sea level.
Grubb’s daring journey begins by wakeskating 94 meters across the rooftop pool, towed by a drone at a speed of 30 km/h, before leaping over the pool‘s edge, seamlessly transitioning into a thrilling 77-story BASE jump covering 294 meters and successfully landing at the beach below. This accomplishment, known as “WakeBASE,” is Grubb’s seven-year-old dream and marked a historic milestone.
Prada Linea Rossa outfits the American athlete with gear that combines comfort and performance with the versatility required to adapt to both sports, providing equipment for ultra-high speeds and powerful impacts. Durability, thermal protection, and unrestricted movement are granted by multilayer and elastic structures, heat sealing, large and lightweight volumes, and high-performance details in the materials, fabrics and innovative design solutions – employed in everything from the board to the clothing and accessories.
This is the latest event in the partnership between Prada Linea Rossa and Red Bull, which aims to promote unique sporting initiatives and to reward the talent and bravery of athletes by helping them achieve their ambitious goals.
Valentino Garavani Wins British Fashion Council’s Outstanding Achievement Award
Valentino Garavani, founder and former creative director of the Maison Valentino has been awarded the Outstanding Achievement Award by the British Fashion Council at The Fashion Awards 2023
His incredible body of work was celebrated at the Royal Albert Hall at a fabulous event held in London.
The Fashion Awards, organized by the BFC, celebrate the role of fashion at the intersection of culture and entertainment, spotlighting creative talent and telling the stories of the year in fashion through the lens of purpose, excellence and creativity.
Garavani is universally admired for his exquisite and groundbreaking couture creations and red carpet gowns.
Over his nearly 50 years as a designer, Garavani has constructed gowns for influential and prestigious actresses, society ladies and politicians.
Garavani’s extraordinary designs, dedication to craftsmanship, ubiquitous branding and business acumen have left an indelible mark on the fashion world and cemented him as a legend of haute couture.
The Celebrities Who Were Spotted In Schiaparelli This Week
Exclusive Parisian label Schiaparelli was seen on the red carpet this week, with two A-List celebrities stepping out wearing pieces from the French house.
Actress Zendaya appeared in Schiaparelli Ready-To-Wear Spring Summer 2024, designed by Daniel Roseberry, at Comic Con Experience São Paulo 2023, to present her latest movie Dune : Part 2, directed by Denis Villeneuve.
Meanwhile, Karlie Kloss wore evening pants in extra-wide black wool twill enhanced with a tonal faille train belt tied at the back.
She paired the look with a black satin brassiere wrapped around the neck and held in place by a textured anatomical jewel in hammered golden brass. And finished off the look with a sculptural handmade cuff bracelet in gilded ceramic, and black velvet mules adorned with signature golden trompe-l’oeil toes.
Maison Schiaparelli was first established by Elsa Schiaparelli in 1927. The designer instilled a creative spirit in 20th-century fashion with her inventive imagination and revolutionary vision on sportswear, Haute Couture, art, fragrance, and ordinary elements turned into elaborate creations. Her iconic collaborations with artists like Dalí, Cocteau, Man Ray, Giacometti and Marcel Vertès became legendary.
Rita Ora Pairs Unique Body Art And Buccellati For The British Fashion Awards
Rita Ora wowed crowds at the British Fashion Awards in London, pairing unique crystal body art, with a simple black gown and Buccellati jewels.
The spine crystal design was created by Francesco Fabiani, an expert in prosthetic makeup.
Meanwhile, the singer also wore a pair of Buccellati Art Collection earrings in white and yellow gold set with 236.
On her right hand, she wore a cuff bracelet in white and yellow gold set with 25 round brilliant cut fancy diamonds (ct. 1,56) and a Macri Classica collection cuff bracelet in white gold set with 7 diamonds (ct. 0,5). On her left hand, a Macri Classica collection bracelet in white gold and two Macri Classica collection bracelets in white gold set with 10 diamonds (ct. 0,51).
Brunello Cucinelli Unveils A Pop Up With Level Shoes In Dubai Mall
Level Shoes and Brunello Cucinelli are collaborating for the first time. The Italian luxury label will have a special pop-up presence at Level Shoes’ Dubai Mall location running until 17th December.
The pop-up marks the beginning of this newfound collaboration, highlighting both brands’ shared interest in exceptional craftsmanship and exclusive retail experiences.
Situated at the men’s designer entrance, the pop-up encapsulates Brunello Cucinelli’s refined luxury aesthetics, featuring elegant light wood that resonates with the brand’s distinctive natural ambience.
Selected pieces from the Spring/Summer 2024 collection will be available, along with Level Shoes-exclusive colourways of the brand’s highly sought-after cotton jacquard-knit sneakers both for men and women.
These special models embody the brand’s exquisite artisanal workmanship, offering a relaxed sense of understated luxury fused with contemporary and dynamic allure.
Balenciaga Mixes Activewear And Hollywood Glamour For Its LA-Inspired Fall 24 Collection
Balenciaga unveiled its Fall 2024 collection in Los Angeles this weekend.
The lineup was revealed on a palm tree-lined street and scored by BFRND with a custom track featuring multiple voiceovers, illustrating Demna’s interpretation of L.A.’s fashion codes through a cinematic, character-driven lens.
For this collection, Demna was inspired by everyday activities – such as jogging, yoga and gym sessions, and then cross-referenced them with Hollywood evenings in LA.
The result was a collection which spoke both of glamour and ergonomic ease.
In between, sections of updated grunge, upscaled daywear and signature tailoring were also revealed.
Activewear
Items are straightforward: shorts, bra tops, leggings and sweatshirts are included. A jersey section follows. This portion nods to the American velour tracksuit trend and celebrity street-style photographs of the aughts. New versions of the suit suggest low-slung trousers – some low enough to reveal undergarments beneath – and cropped hooded jackets. Knee-high Alaska boots are added.
Neo-grunge
Garments are oversized and layered. Highlight items include cut-up asymmetric trousers, a hand-embroidered leopard-motif coat, outdoor hotel slippers and leather bags lined with nylon shopper totes. Upscaled daywear, outsize proportions and precise tailoring – many pieces with flattened square shoulders or styled as tweed sets – bridge informality and glamour. One hooded jacket has an integrated scarf, which can be used for paparazzi deterrence.
Eveningwear
Shapes and silhouettes are highly defined, and many of the garments fuse past and present by referencing original designs made by Cristobal Balenciaga himself. Wrapped coat- dresses cut an angular, plush form, while tailored one-shoulder gowns impart a softer impression. The final look furthers the incognito element: a monumental white gown in heavy white satin with a structured face shield.
Lyna Khoudri Wows In Chanel At The Marrakech International Film Festival
French Algerian actress and Chanel ambassador Lyna Khoudri recently stepped out in a fabulous piece from the house, to mark the 20th anniversary of the Marrakech International Film Festival. Khoudri has been an ambassador for the house for several years.
The Marrakech International Film Festival was launched in 2001 to promote and develop cinema and the wider film industry in Morocco.
Today, after more than twenty years, the Festival is a place of expression and discovery that takes up the challenges of diversity, exchange and enrichment.
It is also an opportunity for Morocco to welcome and pay tribute to the great personalities of the world of film. The event attracts a large audience, both national and international, and benefits from a strong reputation and its prestigious image.
Alessandra Ambrosio Steps Out In Elie Saab And Boucheron At The Red Sea Film Festival
Supermodel Alessandra Ambrosio stepped out in an incredible Elie Saab creation for the Red Sea International Film Festival this week.
The exquisite gold gown comes from the house’s Haute Couture Autumn Winter 2023-24 collection.
She paired the look with several pieces from luxury jewellery house Boucheron.
Including Plume de Paon large pendant earrings, set with rose-cut diamonds, paved with diamonds in white gold, the Plume de Paon large ring, set with a rose-cut diamond, paved with diamonds in white gold, as well as the Plume de Paon XS ring, paved with diamonds in white gold.
The Red Sea International Film Festival is set to run until 9th December with a slew of international and regional film events planned throughout the two-week festival.
Brunello Cucinelli Pledges For The Future At COP 28 In Dubai
At the COP28 global climate conference in Dubai, the Solomeo-based fashion house Brunello Cucinelli reaffirmed its active commitment to a very important Project launched in some Himalayan areas in 2022 as the result of an agreement with the SMI Fashion Task Force founded by King Charles III of England.
It was an opportunity to update on the progress of this project inspired by Human Sustainability, a core value of the Solomeo-based company founded by the cashmere entrepreneur Brunello Cucinelli to foster the dignity of every living being, respect for Creation and a culture of balance between profit and giving back.
Federico Marchetti commented: “It is a source of great pride for the Fashion Task Force of the Sustainable Markets Initiative, which I have the honour to chair, to share the extraordinary progress achieved with this project exactly one year after its first presentation at COP27. These significant and tangible results confirm that we are on the right track and spur us on to continue investing courageously for a new sustainable future, regenerating the natural resources of our planet and preserving the precious craftsmanship of local economies. I am very grateful to Brunello Cucinelli, who strongly believes in the project and in our Task Force as a tool to make this change possible together.”
Fendi Pledges To Save Iconic Italian Landmark Grotto of Diana
Fendi has pledged to help conservatively restore the Grotto of Diana at the Estense Garden in Tivoli, working with Villa Adriana and Villa d’Este.
“It is an honour for Fendi to extend its Roman borders to Villa D’Este in Tivoli, acknowledged worldwide as a UNESCO World Heritage Site [since 2001], an iconic place that represents a masterpiece of the Italian-style garden with a vast concentration of fountains and water features, an element strongly celebrated by Fendi,” said Serge Brunschwig, chairman and chief executive officer of Fendi.
“This initiative renews our commitment to protecting and enhancing Italian cultural heritage, which in the past has led us to the restoration of symbolic places in Rome to preserve beauty for future generations,” he continued.
Piaget Launches Fabulous Seasonal Campaign Created By Artist Yukiko Noritake
For the second time this year, the Maison Piaget has called upon the genius of illustrator Yukiko Noritake to enhance their latest creations.
After collaborating with Piaget in the summer to celebrate the brilliantly iconic Possession collection and the honeyed tones of their Gala wristwatches and High Jewellery cuff watches on the shores of the Riviera, Yukiko Noritake has imagined and illustrated a new campaign in which Piaget’s enchanted talismans truly come alive.
With her keen eye and unique inspiration, the artist has taken a fun and creative approach, encouraging the world to discover or rediscover the Maison Piaget’s most beautiful and iconic pieces. Her work recalls some of the most memorable artistic encounters within the Piaget Society in the 60s and 70s, with true “Extraleganza”: Andy Warhol, Salvador Dali and Swiss painter Hans Erni.
Blending the traditional and the contemporary, this magical journey begins in La Côte-Aux-Fées, the cradle of the Maison Piaget and still its beating heart, before taking flight to the shores of the Côte d’Azur and lighting up the night owls of Paris and New York.
The Icons of Porsche Takeover Dubai With A Specatular Two-Day Event
The Icons of Porsche took over Dubai this week with over 27,000 fans attending the gathering over two days on 25-26 November.
Fans of classic cars, arts and culture were on hand to commemorate 75 years of Porsche sportscars and 60 years of the iconic 911 model.
Highlights included the first public display of the new Panamera and the unveiling of a special ‘Sonderwunsch’ 911 Turbo that paid homage to the first-ever 911 Turbo.
“The passion and strength of the Porsche community in our region was again on display at this year’s Icons of Porsche,” said Dr Manfred Bräunl, Chief Executive Officer of Porsche Middle East and Africa FZE.
“Our third edition of this event was our biggest yet. We would like to thank every single event attendee for joining our celebration.
“In particular, I want to thank every Porsche owner who exhibited their car on-site. We truly appreciate their support and commitment to sharing their ‘dream’ sports car with our festival audience. This year Icons of Porsche offered more colour, more cars, more fans and more passion than ever before. This sensational event is now not only the biggest classic car gathering in the Middle East, it has cemented itself as one of the ‘must do’ events on the global car culture events calendar.”
Regional premiere at this year’s Icons of Porsche included the 718 Spyder RS and Vision 357 Speedster concept. Also on hand were the all-electric Mission X hypercar concept, the 911 S/T and a host of cars from the Porsche Museum collection.
Event attendees enjoyed attractions from the eight festival zones: 60 Years of 911, Esports Arena, The Pit Lane, The Boulevard, Mission X, Porsche Museum heritage truck, Art Beach and the new Panamera Cube.
