Bulgari announces the launch of its latest 2022 brand campaign, starring global ambassadors Zendaya and new-comer to the brand Anne Hathaway.

Titled “Unexpected Wonders”, the new Bulgari brand campaign presents its jewellery and watches creations, worn by five extraordinary women. The campaign was shot in Rome, an eternal source of inspiration for the brand.

To present the creations, the brand enlisted longtime friends of the house such as American actress Zendaya, BLACKPINK singer Lalisa aka LISA and Chinese actress Shu Qi, along with two prestigious new entries, Academy-Award winning actress Anne Hathaway and U.S.-based Indian actress Priyanka Chopra Jonas. Together the five women epitomize the diversity, equity and inclusion driving Bulgari’s ethics and values, as well as confirm Bulgari’s status of Jeweler of Stars.

Anne Hathaway is captured wearing sumptuous High Jewellery creations, timeless pieces from the Serpenti range and refined jewellery and watches of the Divas’ Dream collection. At the same time, Zendaya unveils with sophistication the High Jewellery works of art and expresses her personality through the B.zero1 and BB collection.

Along with starring in the still images, Zendaya and Anne Hathaway are the protagonists of a brand movie directed by Academy Award-winner Paolo Sorrentino. In the scenes, Anne and Zendaya explore a magical rain of flowers and a breathtaking view of the magnificence of Rome, whilst wearing the wonderful jewels of the Bulgari collections.

It’s time to swap the hot open terraces of Dubai, for the cool temperature-controlled lounges. If you’re someone who loves a view though, don’t panic, we’ve got you covered with the best scenic views of the skyline, that you can enjoy all summer long.

Al Muntaha, Burj Al Arab

Let’s begin with one of the most iconic hotels in the world, the Burj Al Arab. Located at the very top, on the 27^th floor, is Al Muntaha, a romantic fine dining restaurant. Muntaha has one of the most beautiful views in Dubai, with panoramic views across the Arabian Gulf, serving up the finest French and Italian cuisine by acclaimed Chef Saverio Sbaragli. Each dish is exquisitely presented with bursts of flavour, and guests can enjoy the cuisine and the views during the day for lunch or from sunset into the night.

Fi’lia, SLS Hotel

Fi’lia, which means daughter in Italiam, takes a front-row seat as the region’s first female-led restaurant. Located in the new SLS Hotel, Downtown, this picturesque restaurant has made an impact as one of the most Instagrammable spots this year for its spectacular panoramic skyline view terrace. Although the heat has turned up outside, you can still enjoy impressive sights from the cool indoor dining lounge, whilst tasting delicious Italian cuisine through lunch and dinner.

At.mosphere, Burj Khalifa

This wouldn’t be the ultimate scenic round-up, without mentioning the tallest restaurant in the world. Located 442 metres high, on the 122^nd floor of the Burj Khalifa, At.mosphere provides a view like no other. An exquisite selection of gastronomical food compliments this breath-taking view as the culinary team boasts a critically acclaimed menu with ingredients sourced from around the world. Guests can enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner in the restaurant and high tea in the lounge.

Sushi Samba, Palm Tower

Equal parts imagination and history, the Sushi Samba experience is truly unique. With a blend of Japanese, Brazilian and Peruvian culture and cuisine, this exotic restaurant is filled with energy inspired by these three locations. It sits in the Palm Tower, above the Nakheel Mall, and offers unobstructed views of the Palm Jumeirah coastline. The menu has a selection of tasty small plates that encourage a ‘shared’ dining experience to guests.

Eve Penthouse

Eve Penthouse & Lounge is an elegant rooftop bar that offers a diverse blend of fancy cocktails and cosmopolitan bites, complemented by a beautiful view of the city. The restaurant is located in the Hyatt Regency, Dubai Creek, with different seating options depending on the mood you’re feeling, opt for the secret playroom listening to the swanky beats or the plush sofa lounge for a Burj Khalifa view.

Armani Lounge, Armani Hotel Dubai

This second restaurant located in the Burj Khalifa is a little lower down but still offers some stunning views of the city, particularly the majestic Dubai fountains. It’s the perfect place to meet friends, discuss business or just watch the world go by while enjoying innovative interpretations of international cuisine. Why not indulge in a signature Armani golden cappuccino whilst taking in the energy of the dancing fountain water below.

Tasca

Located on the sixth floor of Mandarin Oriental Jumeira, Tasca is an exciting restaurant from culinary genius José Avillez. Serving up genuine Portuguese flavours with a contemporary twist, the restaurant provides views out into the blue Arabian sea on one side and a sparkling city view of the Burj Khalifa on the other. Guests can enjoy favourites such as fresh Pastel de Nata and fruity Portuguese sangrias.

Alici

As the fragrance of lemon and olive trees fill the air, stunning sea views are complemented by a delicious selection of fresh seafood. Alici promises to bring you an authentic experience that will give you Amalfi coast vibes. This restaurant is located on Blue Waters Island giving the perfect views of JBR and Marina buildings, through their large floor to ceiling windows.

S Bar, SLS Hotel

S Bar is the second venue on our list located in the SLS hotel. This sky lobby is an eclectically chic bar that offers an impressive cocktail programme and light bites. Grand chandeliers hang from the ceiling with plenty of natural light bursting through the panoramic windows. Taking a seat at the grand marble bar is the perfect location to watch the sunset and see the city light up as it changes from day to night.

Last night, the red carpet saw a host of big names for the premiere of “Elvis” the biopic based on the life of Elvis Presley at the Cannes Film Festival. We discover the cast and celebrities that attended whilst rounding up day nine’s most glamorous looks.

“Elvis” is one of the biggest titles to screen this year at the Cannes Film Festival and naturally produced a star-studded red-carpet line-up.  Actor Austin Butler, who plays Elvis in the film, was joined by Tom Hanks, who plays Colonel Tom Parker, Elvis’ manager, and many other A-list celebrities including Shakira, Kylie Minogue, Diplo, and Sharon Stone.

The film was a huge hit as, after the screening, the audience erupted into a 12-minute standing ovation, the longest displayed this year, as some of Elvis Presley’s greatest hits played aloud, these songs including “Jailhouse Rock,” “Blue Suede Shoes” and “Suspicious Minds.”

It was an emotional moment for the cast, including Priscilla Anne Presley, the late Elvis’ wife, who attended the premiere. We’re sure we are going to see a lot more from Austin Butler in the future, and we can’t wait to see the film once it’s released here on June 23^rd.

See the cast and our favourite looks from last night’s carpet below:

Kylie Minogue wearing Versace

Kaia Gerber wearing CELINE

Shakira wearing Monot

Candice Swanepoel wearing Hugo Boss and Messika Jewellery

Sharon Stone wearing Dolce&Gabbana

Tom Hanks

Winnie Harlow wearing Off-White

Adriana Lima wearing Nicolas Jebran

Austin Butler wearing CELINE HOMME and Cartier

Elsa Hosk wearing Valentino and Messika Jewellery

Ricky Martin

Sara Sampaio wearing Off-White

Olivia Culpo wearing Giambattista Valli

Stella Maxwell wearing Hugo Boss

In a campaign starring Gisele Bündchen, Burberry reveals its latest TB Summer Monogram Collection.

Burberry has revealed the next evolution of the TB Summer Monogram, designed by Chief Creative Officer Riccardo Tisci in a new campaign starring Gisele Bündchen.

The collection unites two of Burberry’s icons to form a bold print that symbolises a synergy of the past and present. The classic check merges with the TB Monogram across men’s and womenswear and features a range of pieces that include gabardine trench coats, silk-blend bomber jackets, silk dresses, cotton shirts, swimwear and sunglasses.

To launch this collection, Riccardo Tisci has worked with an iconic creative team, including photographers Luigi & Iango, stylist Suzanne Koller and make-up artist Georgi Sandev, bringing the campaign to life with model Gisele Bündchen.

In still images captured by Luigi & Iango, Gisele Bündchen adopts an effortless stance in front of unreleased portraits captured by the duo ten years prior. This campaign highlights the collision of iconicity, reflected in the print of the collection and melds the past and the present together.

“I was so happy to see Riccardo again after such a long time and shooting with my sweet friends Luigi and Iango is always a blast. It was so special spending time with everyone, we had so much fun on set.” Said Gisele Bündchen

The new TB Summer Monogram collection is available to purchase online and in selected Burberry stores.

From Jake Gyllenhaal to Bella Hadid, here are our favourite looks from day eight of the Cannes Film Festival.

Kristen Stewart wearing Chanel

Jake Gyllenhaal

Cara Delevingne and Olivier Rousteing wearing Balmain

Diane Kruger wearing Oscar de la Renta

Lea Seydoux wearing Louis Vuitton

Maggie Gyllenhaal

Jordan Dunn

Natasha Poly wearing Balmain

Rolls-Royce Motor Cars present the next chapter of its Boat Tail commissions with one of the world’s most exclusive car designs.

Last year Rolls-Royce presented its first Rolls-Royce Boat Tail commission at the annual automotive Oscars, the Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, on the shores of Lake Como in Northern Italy.

With only three of these exclusive Boat Tails designs to be made, the first in the series, lacquered in a soft blue, topped the list of the world’s most expensive cars, worth a whopping $28 million.

This year, Rolls-Royce has revealed the second edition of Boat Tail commissions. It tells a story utterly unique and personal to its owner, reflecting their own history, tastes and sensibilities. It is a masterwork of restraint, sophistication, elegance and attention to detail.

This second edition is commissioned by a patron whose family business has grown from his father’s origins in the pearling industry, making this unique Boat Tail car a reflection of family history on the water. The Boat Tail automotive is entirely hand-built, inspired by the racing yachts of the early 20^th century.

A level of sophistication, garnered from the client’s extensive knowledge of luxury is clearly visible throughout the design. At the onset, the client presented Rolls-Royce with four pearl shells from his private collection, each chosen for their unique colour and complexity. The shells provided inspiration for the exterior colour, a shimmering blend of oyster and soft rose, one of the most complex and bespoke finishes ever created by the brand.

In every respect, this remarkable motor car is completely unique and personal, a memory of the client’s father and of a tradition dear to the family.

Maison Boucheron installs its new Flagship boutique as a tribute to its regional clients and to expand its presence within the Middle East.

For Maison Boucheron, boutiques are much more than just places to buy jewellery pieces, they are destinations designed to convey the values of the Maison and ensure that clients feel at home. Its new flagship store located in the Dubai Mall, now occupies a larger area on the ground floor of the Fashion Avenue Extension and offers a unique personalised experience.

The Boucheron boutique marks a commitment to strengthening the presence of the brand in the Middle East, now with a total of ten locations. This new opening also marks a milestone for the Maison as it reaches its 164^th year.

The new boutique presents a Parisian style which reflects the historical design of the Boucheron Hôtel Particulier on Place Vendôme in Paris. The interior is warm, inviting and integrates the Maison’s signature design concept, displaying the most incredible luxury jewellery creations.

Clients can find Quatre and Serpent Bohème, Animaux de Collection and Nature collections as well as a refined selection of high-jewellery, including Histoire de Style, Art Déco and Carte Blanche.

Visitors are also offered an ever more personalised experience with the opening of an exclusive VIP salon. This bespoke area aims to create an intimate space for visitors to appreciate the brand’s history and culture and enjoy an exceptional retail experience.

Summer is fast approaching and with that comes vacation season! We round up the best in luxury suitcases that are destined for travel.

We’ve all been there… sat on top of our case trying to squash everything in and zip it up, hoping we aren’t over the baggage allowance! When going on vacation, escaping from the humid desert heat to cooler climates, it’s an all-important task hunting down the right case for the job. Whether it’s a trendy cabin roll-on with personalised initials or a large cabin case with a sturdy zip and lock, we’ve got you covered on an all basis.

We’ve found just the right balance between stylish and sturdy, and all available here in the UAE, in our round-up of the best luxury luggage brands.

Louis Vuitton

The first ever Louis Vuitton bag was made for travel and came in the form of a large trunk. Ever since it was introduced in 1858, Louis Vuitton has been providing travel essentials ever since. The brand has, quite possibly, the largest selection of luxury travel products and each piece features its signature monograms. Of course, we see different sized suitcases in many colours, but there is also the option of adding packing cubes, cosmetic pouches, passport covers, perfume cases, dog carriers, and even golf club bags to the cart. Whichever luggage item you decide to purchase, you are sure to travel in style.

See the entire collection at Louisvuitton.com.

Fabbrica Pelletterie Milano

With just one look at these travel cases, you just know your holiday belongs are going to be safely transported to your destination, without a scratch or bump in sight. FPM’s collection of hard-shell travel cases is surely made for the job. Made from aluminium, they are extremely tough and durable, but this material also makes them light enough to carry. The hard-shell case comes in a range of designs and sizes, featuring leather handles for comfort, four wheels for an easy glide and a TSA approved lock. Our favourite is the ‘Bank S Spinner 68’ in moonlight silver.

Find it now at Farfetch.com.

TUMI

Founded in 1975, TUMI specialises in the design of well-made luxury luggage, backpacks and bags. Product quality and selection are key attributes that have made TUMI one of the leading international business, accessory and travel lifestyle brands. Their travel collections are super durable, promising long-lasting, sustainable products. The cases come in a range of different designs, whether you’re looking for a hard-shell or soft case, and sizes for long extended vacations or short business ventures. We also love the small backpacks and duffle bags, which can be used when travelling on a plane or used to carry essentials on your holiday hikes.

Tumi also offers the option to personalise each of their cases with initials, find out more at Tumi.ae.

Zegna

Italian luxury fashion house Zegna, not only provides beautiful ready to wear clothing, but they have also tapped into the world of travel. We love the different types of bags the brand provides, ranging from plush suede weekend bags and strong nylon backpacks to leather business bags and suitcases, Zegna has it all. The ‘Pelletessuta Aircraft Holdall’ has got to be one of our favourite weekend bags, it’s both practical and sophisticated, made from black nylon with a woven leather detail in the centre. This stunning woven detail also features on the ‘Pelletessuta Black Cabin Trolly’ meaning you can pair the two seamlessly for longer trips.

Zegna’s weekend bag and cabin trolly are available on Zegna.com/ae.

Rimowa

With warm days on the horizon, Rimowa has recently revealed a capsule collection that captures the pure essence of summer. This brand is a global leader in premium luggage, and since 1898, has placed quality and innovation at the forefront of its designs. This new collection is inspired by the sights and scents of the French Provence and the new colour palette promises to inject joyfulness into our journey. The pastel shades are available across a range of essential travel items, including tote bags, cross-body and even iPhone cases, perfect for coordinating an entire ensemble.

Find Rimowa boutiques located in the Dubai Mall and Mall of the Emirates.

With the premiere of ‘Crimes of the Future’ last night at the Cannes Film Festival, many A-List celebrities graced the red carpet. Super duo Kristen Stewart and Lea Seydoux looked incredibly cute as they shared a photograph moment in front of the cameras. We are obsessed with their looks and many others from the evening. Here is a round-up of our favourites.

Naomi Campbell wearing Valentino

Emily Ratajkowski wearing Miu Miu

Lea Seydoux wearing Louis Vuitton

Sharon Stone wearing Dolce&Gabbana

Deepika Padukone wearing Louis Vuitton

Tina Kunakey wearing Valentino

Pinar Deniz wearing Ozgur Masur

Sara Sampaio wearing Zuhair Murad

Yilan Hua wearing Celine

Raline Shah wearing Saptodjo next to Lee Jung Jae

Louis Vuitton announces a series of events surrounding the release of the Louis Vuitton and Nike ‘Air Force 1’ sneaker, designed by Virgil Abloh.

First created in 1982, the Nike ‘Air Force 1’ is one of the most successful shoes ever created. This year it celebrates its 40^th anniversary with a very special collaboration. Before his passing in 2021, Louis Vuitton Men’s Artistic Director, Virgil Abloh created 47 bespoke ‘Air Force 1’ editions for his Louis Vuitton Spring Summer 2022 collection.

The designs are crafted in the Maison’s Manufacture in Fiesso d’Artico, Venice, Italy fusing the sneaker’s classic codes, structure, pattern and colours, with the insignia and finest materials of Louis Vuitton.

In the run-up to this launch, an exhibition is taking place in New York between 20-31 May 2022 in the form of physical and virtual immersive spaces. The exhibition is located at Greenpoint Terminal Warehouse in New York City and is open to the public. The expansive showcase charts the creative dialogue between Nike and Louis Vuitton envisioned by Virgil Abloh for the Spring-Summer collection.

Coinciding with the exhibition, a number of corresponding installations will take place around New York City and the world, tied to the themes of the showcase.

At the exhibition, guests will discover a giant version of the logo reflected in a mirrored ceiling. They are surrounded by 3D-printed statues and framed by walls painted in the clouds characteristic of Virgil Abloh’s show sets and campaign imagery.

The sneaker editions will feature in both a high and a low top and if you’d like to get your hands on a pair, then look out for the nine editions of the sneaker launched globally through an inclusive digital activation in June.

The international entrepreneurship program, Cartier Women’s Initiative, launches its call for applications for the 2023 edition.

First launched in 2006, the Cartier Women’s Initiative seeks to drive change by empowering women impact entrepreneurs. The programme provides them with the financial, social and human capital support to grow their business and build their leadership skills.

Women from around the world are encouraged to enter this annual initiative. It is open to women-run and women-owned businesses from any country and sector, that aim to have a sustainable social and/or environmental impact.

Over the past 15 years of this incredible programme, has supported 262 female changemakers hailing from 62 countries and has awarded a total of $6,440,000 in grants to support their businesses, all driven by solving the most pressing global challenges.

Cartier Women’s Initiative 2019 winners

Following the celebration of its 15th anniversary on International Women’s Day at the World Expo in Dubai last March, Cartier Women’s Initiative has been looking for ways to extend opportunities to more impact entrepreneurs around the world and ensure the program evolves alongside new developments in their global ecosystem.

The awards are divided into two categories: The Regional Awards and Thematic Awards. A total of 33 winners will be announced, each receiving tailored mentoring and coaching, media visibility, networking opportunities and an in-person entrepreneurship training program.

Women impact entrepreneurs across the globe can apply from May 16th 2022 until June 30th, 2022 at 2pm (CEST) on Cartier Women’s Initiative website.

YOOX launches Rethink With <3, its first initiative dedicated to upcycling fashion, in collaboration with designers and stakeholders from the international fashion world.

In dedication to providing responsible fashion, YOOX launches “Rethink With”, a series of collaborations with top designers. Customers can discover unique pieces and collections created to give new life to products and materials that would otherwise be wasted. This new venture comes as the desire for upcycled clothing becomes more popular.

The first in the series of YOOX collaborations comes from Caterina Gatta, an Italian designer known for her fresh, ironic yet sophisticated style. The exclusive collection she has created for YOOX features wearable summer pieces with a fashion twist, inspired by the past that looks at the future. The fabrics are recovered from local Italian artisan workshops, resulting in a completely upcycled and sustainable assortment.

Rethink With <3 marks a new chapter in YOOX’s journey towards more conscious consumption and responds to the Circular Culture pillar of YOOX NET-A-PORTER’s 2030 sustainability strategy. This strategy aims to make circular luxury more available, desirable and intuitive for its customers.

This new space can be found within the YOOXYGEN edit, and the collection is CATERINA GATTA X YOOX.

Kourtney Kardashian tied the knot with Travis Barket this weekend in Portofino, Italy. This was the couple’s third wedding and they enlisted the helo of Italian fashion house Dolce and Gabbana who hosted and styled the entire weekend. Here are all the latest updates on their special day.

Since Travis popped the question to Kourtney last October, on a beach surrounded by candles and petals, we’ve all been waiting in anticipation for their big day.

Kourtney and Travis previously exchanged vows twice, first in Vegas, and the second in California. Both ceremonies were private affairs and the first in Vegas was not legally binding. The Californian wedding had two guests present, Kourtney’s grandmother Mary Jo “MJ” Campbell and Barker’s father, Randy Barker.

This most recent and third ceremony delivered the glitz and glamour we had all been waiting for and saw members of the Kardashian family in attendance. The ceremony was held in Portofino, Italy at Villa Olivetta, a home on the estate of Dolce&Gabanna fashion designers Domenico Mario Assunto and Stefano Gabbana.

The Kardashian clan enlisted the help of Italian designers Domenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana who took care of everything by styling guests, decorations and furnishings. Kourtney wore a one-of-a-kind Dolce&Gabbana Alta Moda lace and satin corset mini dress and a sweeping embroidered veil. Kourtney designed the dress herself, with the help of the house’s designers. She was inspired by 1960s Italian lingerie and said that “designing it was a dream come true.”

The headpiece was hand-embroidered with flowers inspired by Portofino’s gardens and featured a depiction of the Virgin Mary, based on one of Travis Barker’s many tattoos. Accompanying this religious design were the words, “family loyalty respect.” Kourtney styled her dress with tulle, fingerless gloves and pointed lace pumps. Barker wore a black double-breasted suit, also designed by the Italian house.

Many other guests wore iconic pieces by Dolce&Gabbana during the weekend’s celebrations. Khloe Kardashian and Kylie Jenner arrived in fitted archival dresses while Kris Jenner wore a sheer leopard print gown, that matched the DG Casa furniture and homeware pieces.

In addition to this stunning ceremony, guests indulged in traditional Italian cuisine served on the Dolce&Gabbana porcelain Carretto print plates. Could this be in line for the most talked about wedding of the year?

Congratulations to Kourtney and Travis on this wonderful day!

See more images from the weekend celebrations below:

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Barker

Khloe Kardashian

Kourtney Kardashian

Kylie Jenner and daughter Stormi

Kourtney Kardashian and Travis Baker

Kris Jenner

Khloe Kardashian

Kylie Jenner

KendallJenner

Kris Jenner

Kylie Jenner

The Cannes Film Festival is in full swing, and this weekend saw more spectacular looks on the red carpet. Here is a roundup of our favourites.

A transformational dress by Dolce & Gabbana

Alessandra Ambrosio wearing Alberta Ferretti

Tilda Swinton wearing Chanel

Idris Elba wearing Gucci and Sabrina Elba wearing Tony Ward

Sara Sampaio wearing Pinko Official

Isabelle Huppert wearing Balenciaga

Soo Joo Park wearing Nensi Dojaka

Carla Bruni wearing Celine, jewellery by Bulgari

Naomie Harris wearing Palmer Harding and Messika Jewellery

Tara Emad wearing Georges Chakra

Mo Al Turki and Naomi Campbell

Laetita Casta wearing Mugler and Messika Jewellery

Camille Razat wearing Celine

Alessandra Ambrosio wearing Elle Saab

Noura Rida wearing Givenchy, necklace by Boucheron

Tod’s celebrates Italian life through a series of chapters in their latest campaign.

Aria d’Italia is a project launched by luxury Italian brand Tod’s, that celebrates contemporary Italian lifestyle and its values. The campaign tells stories through eight different chapters, each focused on one word.

Through eight keywords, Aria d’Italia, tells the personal and professional stories of young artists, businessmen and women and craftsmen who represent a passion for the essence of Italian culture and identity. Chapter five focuses on ‘Passion’, and the story of Filippo Jacobsson’s return to nature after choosing to live in a rather wild and isolated corner of Lake Como.

This project will be unveiled on different platforms and will be released chapter by chapter through videos and photographs on Tod’s digital channels. The campaign is a true visual journey into the feeling of a new generation of Italians, full of creativity, able to reinvent heritage through innovative entrepreneurial and artistic ideas. So far the images from, chapter one, ‘Pleasure’ and chapter two ‘Timeless’, have been released for viewing on the Tod’s website: link.

The words and pictures of Aria d’Italia will also be put together in a book which will be published this September.

Raffles, The Palm welcomes guests to experience world-renowned well-being and award-winning treatments at Cinq Mondes Spa this summer.

This week we have seen the weather take a hot, humid turn towards the summer, with sand and haze sweeping across the UAE. It’s time to swap those Vitamin D rays, leave the sticky desert air outside and head to the revitalising humidity of a multivitamin sauna this weekend.

Located on the west crescent of The Palm is the Raffles Hotel, a palace of luxury furnishings and gilded glamour. The hotel’s Cinq Mondes Spa is elegantly designed and is a luxuriously appointed sanctuary of blissful well-being, winning this year’s Professional Beauty Resort Spa of the Year award.

This world-class spa has a host of delightful treatments to indulge in and uses the finest natural products inspired by premium beauty and wellness rituals. Guests can enjoy bespoke itineraries and treatments that are designed with their needs and health in mind.

With many of us on a quest to look and feel younger, Cinq Mondes Spa offers the latest in powerful rejuvenating massages. Ko Bi Do is the sought-after Japanese facial that has been dubbed an effective alternative to fillers and Botox. It works to deeply lift the face, leaving the skin toned and plumped, even in the most delicate areas.

Along with all the intoxicating full-body and facial massages, the spa also provides scrubs, wraps and aromatherapies, 2 private spa suits, an indoor swimming pool, a yoga studio and a fully equipped gym. Aah heavenly… is it the weekend yet?

To find the full list of facilities and treatments visit: Raffles

Belgian leather good manufacturer Delvaux has opened its first boutique in the Middle East, we learn out about this luxurious brand and look at where to find them.

Founded in 1829 in Brussels, Delvaux is the oldest fine leather luxury goods house in the world and is the inventor of the modern handbag, having filed the first-ever leather handbag patent in 1908. With 200 years of quality experience, Delvaux begins its journey to the Middle East, sharing its Belgian roots, legacy and universe.

Located in The Dubai Mall, Downtown Dubai, guests can discover a world of exquisite leather goods and antique emporte-pièce leather cutting tools imported from Brussels’ atelier. This is the first Delvaux boutique to open in the Middle East, beginning a new relationship between the region and brand.

“It is a pleasure and a commitment for Delvaux to be present in such a different and cosmopolitan city. We are here to meet and establish a real dialogue with discerning new clients by bringing a different offer mixing genuine traditions, know-how, extreme quality and vivid creativity. We aim to establish close relationships with our clients as we praise long-lasting values.” Says Jean–Marc Loubier, CEO of Delvaux

When entering the store, guests will discover an airy atrium featuring sensuously curved wall units representing Delvaux’s contemporary take on traditional Flemish furniture. This entrance hall faces a large portal that transports you to a majestic marble cornice where a small leather goods bar embodies the distinctive European Café traditions, synonymous with gathering, exchange and connivance.

You can find the store on the ground floor of the mall on the fashion avenue.

No Cannes Film Festival outfit is complete without show-stopping jewellery pieces dazzling the crowds, and this year has seen a collection of exquisite, colourful stones. As the celebrities take to the red carpet, we discover exceptional jewellery and timepieces.

Lady Amelia Spencer wearing earrings by Chopard

Miles Teller wearing a timepiece by Chopard

Viola Davis wearing hairclip by Boucheron

Anne Hathaway wearing necklace by Bulgari

Alejandro Nones wearing timepiece by Chopard

Lashana Lynch wearing earrings by Chopard

Matthew Postlethwaite wearing a brooch by Boucheron

Julia Roberts wearing necklace by Chopard

Greg Tarzan Davis wearing timepiece by Chopard

Alessandra Ambrosio wearing necklace and earrings by Boucheron

Caroline Scheufele wearing necklace by Chopard

From Paris to the capital city of cinema, from dreams to glamour. Dior launches an exclusive pop-up spa on the orient express to Cannes.

On May 15^th, 2022, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express headed to Cannes for the first time in its history. Onboard the train, select art deco carriages were transformed into luxurious pop-up spa suits in partnership with Dior, for an extraordinary journey through time.

The experience was reserved for attendees of the Cannes International Film Festival, selected brand ambassadors and friends of the house, including Charlbi Dean, Cesar Domboy, Christian Serratos, Huda El Mufti and Rose Bertram.

In three separate skin-care cabins, decorated for the occasion in the colours of the house, beauty therapists awaited the guests ready to provide the ultimate travel-pamper session. The bespoke programme included a signature deep tissue Dior facial to sculpt and firm the face, ready for the exclusive festival.

In addition to the spa, Dior had other surprises in store for guests. Alongside a lavish cocktail party, a gourmet dinner was cooked in the evening, created by Michelin-Star chef Jean Imbert, who is also in charge of the menu at 30 Montaigne, the emblematic Dior restaurant.

This extraordinary journey to Cannes will surely not be forgotten by these guests, a dramatic entrance to a cinematic destination.

Julia Roberts presents the Trophée Chopard award to up-and-coming film stars during a prestigious dinner on La Croisette.

On the evening of Thursday 19^th May, at the Carlton Hotel Beach Club in Cannes, the official Trophée Chopard award dinner was held. The ceremony welcomed numerous actors and VIP guests who gathered to honour the two winners of this prestigious award.

Since 2001, at the initiative of Artistic Director and Co-President of Chopard, Caroline Scheufele, the Trophée Chopard has been honouring new talent in the film industry. The ceremony is always filled with emotion and celebrates the promising beginnings of an actress’s or actor’s film careers. This prize is annually integrated into the Cannes Festival calendar, as the Maison reaffirms its unconditional support to the art.

This year, actress Julia Roberts assumed the role of the godmother of the Trophée. She presented the award to Sheila Atim and Jack Lowden. These two winners were chosen in association with Variety magazine by the Trophée Chopard Academy, made up of former winners and godmothers/godfathers of previous editions.

The award highlights new talented pair and holds high hopes for their future in the industry. For more than two decades, the winners of the Tropheé Chopard have consistently confirmed the hopes placed in them. Many of the previous successes have received Oscar nominations, won Best Actor/Actress awards at Cannes and even achieved the honorary Palme d’Or.

Attendees of the event included Pierre Lescure (President of the Festival), Thierry Frémaux (General Delegate of the Festival), Caroline and Karl-Friedrich Scheufele (Co-Presidents of Chopard) and a large gathering of actors, directors and members of the Festival jury. Among them were Xavier Dolan, Saoirse Ronan, Vincent Lindon, Lashana Lynch, Rebecca Hall, Deepika Padukone, and many others.

The guests of this lavish ceremony received a star-studded dinner prepared by French chef Bruno Oger and the evening ended with a concert by Jeanne Cherhal, who performed songs from the most legendary movies.

Congratulations to the winners, Sheila Atim and Jack Lowden on receiving this exceptional award.

20^th May 2022 marks the latest edition of World Bee Day and Guerlain is calling for assistance from its communities around the world in support of its Bee Conservation Program. We discover how you can BEE involved.

Can you imagine a world without bees? If this fuzzy, little, striped insect was to no longer exist, most fruits, flowers and seeds would disappear forever, taking with them an infinite number of irreplaceable colours, flavours and smells. It would completely disrupt the balance of our ecosystem and so the protection of this species is as important as ever.

Across the world, intensive farming, vanishing habitats, climate change and so forth are drastically impacting the health of bees, both wild and domestic. In a commitment to preserving the bee population, Guerlain has developed a Bee Conservation Programme.

Bees have been at the heart of Guerlain since they first graced the iconic Bee Bottle in 1853. The bee has remained a constant source of inspiration for the brand, with honey-infused products and signature bee designs appearing across many of its product packages.

So how can you get involved? Between World Bee Day on 20^th May and Biological Diversity Day on 22^nd of May, Guerlain will be donating 20% of all its sales to the programme, with the aim of raising €1 million across the three days. Additionally, €20 will be donated for every repost of the visual created by Tomáš Libertíny including the hashtags #GuerlainForBees and #WorldBeeDay.

An applaud to Guerlain for its sustainable efforts and contribution to protecting our BEEautiful planet.

Prada Tropico launches its second experience in the United Arab Emirates, we discover the hypnotic shop windows and exclusive pop-up boutique.

Located at the Mall of the Emirates, Dubai, shoppers can discover an exclusive collection of colourful accessories for men and women. From raffia style bags to bold and bright hats and small accessories, you’ll find everything you need for a summer vacation.

The pop-up itself is unmissable with multiple combinations of coloured stripes and vibrant lighting effects to create a hypnotic retail experience. The multicoloured designs can be found in two different locations within the mall; the permanent Prada store located on level one and the ground floor pop-up beneath the central glass atrium.

In the Prada pop-up section, the large, ivory-white and green stripes mark the entrance and give way to an explosion of stylised tropical forest, with hundreds of Prada hats of various colours, models and materials growing like leaves and flowers on green metal trunks and branches. Collections of shoes and bags can also be found here, creating a luxurious accessory wonderland.

In the windows, meanwhile, intense contrasting colour pairings and geometric patterns create graphic effects, playfully creating an opposition between the interior and exterior. Inside, the displays are dominated by a neon Prada triangle, an iconic symbol of the brand.

Coloured stripes also feature in the garments in the store’s special collection, giving a burst of energy to flowing silk blouses, mini, calf-length and full skirts, distinctive terry-effect knitwear and casual men’s shirts and shorts.

Prada collaborates with artist Cassius Hirst in its latest America’s Cup sneaker capsule collection.

In a unique project with Prada Linea Rossa, artist Cassius Hirst, known as Cass, collaborates to reinvent the America’s Cup sneaker across a full range of special pieces in a rework of the 20^th century design classic for a 21^st century generation.

Cassius Hirst painted his first pair of sneakers when he was 14 as a gift for his father; legendary artist Damien Hirst. Growing up in a household where exposure to art was inevitable, sneakers became his canvas. His work has gathered the attention of celebrities such as A$AP Rocky & Rihanna, as no two pairs are the same. His hand-sprayed painting technique ensures each pair is a unique work of art.

The sneakers are designed in four different styles, with 22 varying designs. Each style draws its name from the world of music, reflective of the interests of Cassius and the passions of his fans; ATT4CK, D3CAY, SUST4IN, REL3ASE.

The capsule is showcased in a still and motion-image campaign by Axel Morin. The surreal performance invades a pristine space as each character wears the sneakers, paired with one-of-a-kind coordinated masks. The soundtrack to this unique artistic campaign features a soundtrack that was also specially created by Cass.

All styles are hand-worked in Italy by Prada in a meshing of traditional craft and cutting-edge imagination, following Cass’s style, no two pairs exactly alike. The bespoke sneakers are each labelled with a distinct Cass signature and sold in a co-branded Prada box.

The Cass x Prada collection is an edition limited to 3,000 pairs globally, on sale now through a selection of Prada boutiques and via prada.com.

Tom Cruise receives the honorary Palme d’Or at the Cannes International Film Festival as Top Gun: Maverik is screened, and guests walk the red carpet in splashes of colourful eveningwear.

As the second film to premiere in the Top Gun sequel since the first was filmed in the 1980s, it’s no surprise that this was an emotional day for the cast and those who attended this year’s Cannes International Film Festival.

As a cluster of French fighter jets took to the sky, streaming red, white and blue smoke, it was announced that Tom Cruise had received the honorary Palme d’Or award. The Golden Palm is the highest in film recognition, an award to rule all and was received in a complete surprise by the Top Gun actor.

In a tearful speech, Cruise said: “An incredible evening and an incredible time, just to see everyone’s faces. It’s been 36 years since Top Gun and we had to hold this for two years because of the pandemic. Thank you Paramount people, this was a dream to be here with you, I’m going to take this all in and I’m never going to forget this evening.”

The stars and celebrities at the event cheered and gasped as they enjoyed watching the film and stunts play out, and as the screening ended a 5-minute standing ovation applaud came from the crowd.

We can’t wait for this film to fly into cinemas across the UAE. Top Gun: Maverick will be released in cinemas on Thursday 26^th May.

Day two also saw an array of vibrant gowns on the red carpet, with yellow being a popular colour this year, there was a collection of rather dashing bowties too worn by the men. Here are some of our favourite looks:

Aishwarya Rai Bachchan wearing Dolce & Gabbana

Elle Fanning wearing Armani Privé

Eva Longoria wearing Cristina Ottaviano with jewels by Chopard

Jasmine Tookes wearing Tony Ward Couture

Leoni Hanne wearing Nicole & Felicia Couture

Viola Davis wearing Alexander McQueen

Khaby Lame wearing Hugo Boss

Yasir Al Saggaf

Miles Teller wearing CELINE Homme & Chopard, accompanied by his wife Keleigh Sperry.

Greg Tarzan Davis

Matteo Berrettini wearing Hugo Boss

Whether it’s hunting for a meaningful gift or looking for the next addition to your fragrance collection, we’ve rounded up some of the latest must-have scents of the season.

Giorgio Armani: SÌ Passione Éclat

Giorgio Armani unveils Sì Passione Eclat De Parfum, a new, powerfully luminous interpretation of the house’s iconic women’s fragrance Sì. Capturing a mood of bold, modern femininity, the fragrance evokes the effervescent power of passion that lights up one’s life and infuses it with meaning. Framed in an iconic Sì red bottle, this new fragrance is the next elevated Armani fragrance every elegant lady needs in their collection.

Roberto Cavalli: Splendid Vanilla

Roberto Cavalli Fragrances’ Splendid Vanilla Parfum is a blend of the most precious balms turning noble woods into liquid gold. Part of the Gold Collection, the Lily of the Valley accord brings a floral radiance that contrasts with the richness of the flamboyant dry down and an opening note of sizzling black pepper for a distinctive touch of energy and intensity.

Valentino: Coral Fantasy

As part of the Born in Roma collection, Valentino has announced the launch of its latest scent; Coral Fantasy. This fresh new chapter in the collection features two fragrances, which were inspired by the light of Rome at sunset. The first, Coral Fantasy Donna for women, is a floral, fruity fragrance energized by a colourful Orange note, and the second, Coral Fantasy Uomo for men, is a masculine Amber scent composed of colourful Red Apple and Tobacco accord blended with a Patchouli essence.

Emporio Armani: Stronger With You Oud Limited Edition

Emporio Armani brings a new, powerful, and mysterious facet to its ‘Stronger With You’ fragrance collection with the debut of a limited edition scent. Paying tribute to the mythical ingredients of the Orient, Stronger With You features the scent of Oud, one of the most precious ingredients in perfumery. The captivating oud essence works beautifully, complementing the fragrance’s notes of mysterious lavender and alluring vanilla.

BOSS The Collection: Confident Oud 

In a second Oud addition to this list, BOSS The Collection fragrance has also added this scent into its line-up. Confident Oud assumes a leading-man role surrounded by the finest cast of materials. Oud is the definition of sophistication and a staple of luxury. Other suave and dapper ingredients gravitate around this golden sun-ruler for a red-carpet composition that radiates glamour.

Ojar: Sillage Booster 

A little closer to home, Ojar launches its 15ml Eau De Parfum Sillage Booster. With innovation and creativity at the centre of the brand, the mini Eau de parfum is designed to complement & boost OJAR Absolute whilst on the go and encourage the layering fragrance ritual popular in the Middle East. Such a clever design, luxurious and functional, it encourages the wearer to keep Ojar close even when busy and on the go.

The annual Cannes Film Festival has kicked off and as the stars make a glamorous return to the red carpet, we reveal some of our favourite looks so far.

This year marks the 75^th  season of the annual Cannes International Film Festival since it was first founded in 1946. The event held in Cannes, France, and traditionally hosted in May is an international celebration of cinema, raising its profile and contributing to its development worldwide.

This year’s event is held between 17^th May and 28^th May, with India as the ‘country of honour’. Indian actress Deepika Padukone has been a regular at the festival for the past few years, representing the make-up giant LÓreal, however, this year she makes her debut as a member of the jury.

Deepika Padukone wearing Sabyasachi

Deepika wears the Bengal Tiger couture sari, designed by Sabyasachi and hand-embroidered by some of India’s finest craftspeople. The dashing gold and black sequin sari was paired with high jewellery statement pieces from the Sabyasachi Bengal Royal collection.

Many other stars of the cinema have been making their way along the red carpet. The opening ceremony has seen Eva Longoria wearing an Alberta Ferretti gown, Swedish actress Noomi Rapace in a white crepe silk dress by Dior and Venezuelan actor, Édgar Ramírez in a black velvet Gucci tux.

Édgar Ramírez wearing Gucci

Here are some more of our favourite looks from this years festival so far:

Julianne Moore wearing Bottega Veneta

Baptiste Giabiconi wearing Dior by Kim Jones

Lashana Lynch wearing Fendi

Rahi Chadda wearing Valentino

Lori Harvey wearing Alexandre Vauthier

Noomi Rapace wearing Dior

Urvashi Rautela wearing Tony Ward

Experience Dubai’s best Emirati-owned restaurants, the ones that have defined Dubai’s culinary scene and continue to be on the ‘must-visit’ list for visitors and residents alike.

With a plethora of home-grown talent, businesses and concepts in the city, we showcase some of the most-loved Emirati-owned restaurants that can be experienced by foodies all year round. From caviar covered sushi to authentic homely flavours, this homegrown list has the perfect weekend treats to indulge in.

3 Fils

3 Fils used to be a hidden gem that was neatly tucked away at Jumeirah Fishing Harbour. However, after achieving a sought-after spot on the MENA 50 Best Collection list, this delightful little spot is packed with customers that keep coming back for more. 3 Fils is the brainchild of enthusiastic Emirati co-founders Abdulhakim and Adnan Ali, with Singapore-born chef Akmal Anuar being the creator behind all the magnificent dishes. Together they cooked up a strategy that has won hearts and awards, with Asian inspired dishes that include Hokkaido scallops, wagyu truffle burger, spicy beef tartar and volcano salmon rolls.

Where to find it: Shop 02, Fishing Harbour, JUMEIRAH 1. Dubai.

Mitts & Trays

Known as the first Emirati female to ever own her own restaurant, Amna Al Hashemi founded Mitts & Trays by blending traditional and modern styles to create gourmet quality cooking with a homely approach. This menu takes care of breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner, for an all-day dining experience that uses locally sourced ingredients. With an array of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options, the menu truly caters for all kinds of cravings, supplying creamy pasta, fresh salads and sandwiches, grilled chicken and seared seabass, soups and desserts.

Where to find it: Bluewaters Island/ City Walk Phase 2/ Dubai Hills Mall

Mamafri

Co-founded by cousins Rashed Belhoul and Saif Al Romaithi, Mamafri was created from their joint passion for Asian cuisine. It started as a tiny restaurant with just five tables, growing and expanding with additional branches over the past two years. Now, this Dubai-born concept is famed for its upscale South-East Asian cuisine and is designed with neutral tones and natural materials for a relaxing and soothing ambience. The Asian menu includes dishes such as hoisin chicken bao buns, katsu ramen, Malaysian vegetable curry and parmesan fries.

Where to find it: Jumeirah 3, Beach Road/ Gate Avenue, DIFCi.

Menagerie Eatery

A wholesome eatery created by Hind Bin Dhaher and led by a team who are passionate about nutrition, health and wellness, Menagerie Eatery is known for its shockingly delicious take on nutritious food. This menu has a range of beautifully presented dishes; expect to experience wild mushroom & artichoke flatbread, salmon with chermoula, buckwheat pancakes and our personal favourite rainbow chia parfait. The parfait consists of colourful layers infused with homemade almond milk chia pudding, probiotic-rich homemade cashew yoghurt, tahini mango turmeric custard, and seasonal berry mousse topped with gluten-free, sugar-free gingerbread granola! Oh my!

Where to find it: Mirdif 45 mall

Celine’s latest expansion is here, and it features a collection of accessories for your furry friends.

The French Maison of Celine has announced its expansion into the pet industry with a brand new collection of chic accessories for dogs. This new line is launched with a unique campaign and designed with a very special pet in mind.

Hedi Slimane, the creative director of Celine, originally created the line for his own canine companion, Elvis the dog. Titled ‘Portrait of a Celine Dog’, the campaign features Elvis next to Blackpink’s Lisa, showcasing the luxurious pet-friendly range.

These latest designs combine the craftmanship of Celine leather goods with the functional necessities of pet ownership, providing a coordinated ensemble for owner and pet.

In a celebration and transformation of the Triomphe ready-to-wear collection, this iconic motif is featured on the accessories throughout. It appears printed on the signature canvas and calfskin material, in a deep brown, light tan and black, allowing the accessories to be paired with apparel, handbags and shoes from both the men’s and women’s collections.

The range of accessories features large travel bags covered in the signature print with the words ‘DOG’ or ‘CAT’ emblazoned across the front, different sized collars and leashes, decorated with statement studs, clip-on wallets for stashing treats inside, drinking bowls, and even a plastic chew toy in the shape of the Triomphe motif.

The collection will launch in early June and will be available both in-store as well as online.

Hermès beauty unveils its latest sensory experience with a collection of lip oils infused with colour and fragrance.

Hermèsistible lip oils are the newest addition to the Hermès beauty line and feature a collection of six colourful, fruity options. Focused on the senses of sight, smell and taste, these oils provide a delectable, fresh and tasty touch, adding shine and hydration to the lips with its potion of delightful components.

The formula is composed of 97% natural ingredients that leave a protective, nourishing film on the lips, an emollient complex that maintains and boosts hydration and a high concentration of precious sandalwood, a true “liquid gold” that counterbalances the fruity notes.

These flavourful lip oils reveal a taste of colour; plump fruit picked in an orchard, freshly squeezed juice and the faintly acidic nectar of a sun-ripened pomegranate. Each taste shines through in vibrant colours that include sunny coral, spiced rosewood, light-filled beige, fresh pink, sparkling purple, and crisp red.

“Hermèsistible is the known unknown, an enchanting and reassuring surprise. Through these colour scents, I have sought to share memories and emotions, without regressing into the past. I have sought to combine intuitively the notion of extreme quality with pleasure, to express both joy and comfort.” Said Christine Nagel, director of creation and olfactory heritage for Hermès Parfums.

In a springlike awakening of the senses, these joyful oils give a deliciously selfish pleasure whilst leaving the lips feeling nourished, hydrated, protected, plumped and revitalised… everything we need to feel irresistibly Hermèsistible.

The Hermèsistible spring-summer 2022 collection is now available in selected Hermès retail outlets around the world.

In a new commitment to female empowerment, Cartier launches its women’s perspective podcast with a duo of star guests.

The Maison of Cartier is continuing the dynamic spirit cultivated at the Women’s Pavilion at Expo 2020 in Dubai, by announcing the launch of a new podcast.

Women’s Perspectives, hosted by Farida Khelfa, the Franco-Algerian documentary filmmaker, actress and model, will take the form of personal conversations around women’s empowerment between herself and guests.

A roster of exceptional women and supportive men have been called upon to take part, reflecting the Maison’s belief that we are always stronger together, and highlighting the importance of tackling the issue of equality hand in hand.

“Through these conversations, I wanted to share the stories of amazing women and their destinies. Their success needs to be known because these women are carving out their own path,” said Farida Khelfa, podcast host.

Friends of the Maison, Khatia Buniatishvili and Rami Malek are the first guests launched in a duo of series. Each of these guests discusses their personal experiences and journeys, the challenges of stereotyping, excelling professionally and the role that men must play in building equality in the world.

The podcast series is available on Spotify, with future guests to be announced shortly.