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Issue 196 / June 2018
Sundus Hamza AbbasThe Ultimate Feminist Role Model
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14. Dress it up16. Kaftans and More18. Bloomingdale’s22. CH Carolina Herrera26. Christian Louboutin 28. Bottega Veneta30. Lanvin by the book 34. Michael Kors 38. Longchamp 40. NET-A-PORTER44. H&M Conscious Swimwear46. Poetry Meets Fashion
120. Sundus Hamza Abbas 134. Events138. Horoscopeslifestyle/
78. Eid: Joy, Happiness, and a Red Lip80. Gold in the H’air’82. Samantha Qureshi 86. BECCA88. Fenty Beauty90. ZOEVA
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58. Belts and More60. Gold Affair62. Boucheron Paris a Serpent Bohème 64. Messika
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108. H&M HOME122. THE One114. The Bed Shop
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On the cover: Sundus Hamza AbbasClothes: PRADA KuwaitCreative director: DoubleA Studio
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We are entering the 6th month of 2018; we are almost half way through the year! This is when one says ‘oh how time flies by’.
Counting our blessings through the Holy Month of Ramadan and embarking on the upcoming celebrations of Eid has us all racing for time, trying to find the perfect kaftan for those beautiful “Ghabgas” and going through every Instagram account looking for the perfect hairstyle or “lash specialist”. We’ve got it all right here! Flip over to our fashion and beauty trends and we’ll guide you through the month fashionably.
Feast after feast, we never stop and think how our body is reacting to all this food (and sugar ahem). This month we’re giving you the 101 on detoxing and what it really means. Give your body a cleanse after Eid to startup your metabolism and get you back on track, after all, summer holiday season is soon upon us and we are sure you are as eager to look your best as we are.
Women’s rights and empowerment has become a significant topic of discussion. This topic of empowerment and gender equality is crucial not just to shape the lives of women, but for the development of society as a whole. But do we really know all the details and what women in our country are doing to raise awareness? Sundus Hamza gives us an insight on the issues women in our society are facing and what is being done about it.
Most importantly, it gives us much joy to wish you, our dear readers, and your families, a prosperous Eid Mubarak in advance.
Till next time,the talk Team
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Dress it upEid is right around the corner and this is the time when one notices everyone frantically in search of the perfect, yet comfortable, dress for the first day. We’ve noticed that the “dressing up” days are very limited nowadays; everyone is opting for casual chic attire. So when do we go all out with our ruffled Dior skirts and Dolce & Gabbana dresses?
Now! Here’s a little guide to dressing up.
If it’s going to be an all-day out celebration, then we suggest you start with the shoes; find the most comfortable, yet stylish shoe choice. If you’re not going to be walking around as much, we suggest the likes of a sky-high Louboutin, because why not! Next up, dress or trouser? Both are a good choice, keeping in mind, with the choice of a trouser you have to dress it up with a stylish shirt or top and accessorize well. If you’re opting for a printed dress or skirt, then go minimal on the accessorizing. Last, but not least, you need the perfect handbag or clutch to complete your look.
Now grab that venti coffee to go hunting, and start your Eid stylishly and fully awake; those bags under your eyes are not designer.
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Kaftans and More‘tis the season for beautiful kaftans and dresses. Whether we’re talking about Ramadan kaftans, or summer beach kaftans, they’re definitely the ultimate staple in your wardrobe. Over the years the traditional Arabian kaftan has been evolving with modern fashion trends, similarly beach dresses and kaftans have been inspired by the traditional kaftan! What’s the verdict? What shall we buy? Whichever you please!
First we have the daily kaftans and short beach dresses. These can be self-made or purchased from either local designers or online under “beachwear”. Next up we have the fancy kaftans, which can also be bought from many local designers or can be found under “beachwear” or “evening wear”. Being a smart buyer means you could use the piece you buy for more than one occasion. If your holidays include tanning in Saint Tropez, opt for Missoni or Etro kaftans that can be worn both in Ramadan and on regular days as well. If you’re not a beach person then go for something that can be worn as an eveningwear piece as well, such as a beautiful Cavalli kaftan. Personally, we love our local designers! So mix and match and be ready to wow.
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Bloomingdale’sRamadan Styling made easyBloomingdale’s launches a curated selection of styles from the region’s most celebrated designers, all with a Ramadan wardrobe in mind. The exclusive Ramadan pop-up offers a luxe array of stylish must-haves featuring the season’s most coveted selection of glamorous must-haves.
Featuring shimmering sequins, embellished with iridescent gems, our selection of exquisite kaftans and dresses are perfect for all your after dark soirées. Show off your star quality in Sandra Mansour or opt for glamorous, feminine and exquisitely detailed dresses by Amal Al Raisi, Poca & Poca, Costarellos and Shatha Essa to name a few.
Add a dose of modern opulence to your wardrobe with Chi-ka and Slouchyz’s contemporary assortment of kimono abayas. The exquisite details add just the right amount of glamour to your evening look.
Choose brilliantly hued statement custom jewels to complete your wardrobe this season. Spring/Summer 18’s selection of statement-making accessories will turn an understated look into a sartorial delight.
Decadently covered in sparkling glitter and dazzling crystals, our selection of arm candy is the epitome of high-impact glamour. Give your wardrobe a dose of shimmer with these opulent accessories to compliment every look.
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Bloomingdale’sSummer Fresh:Get Glamorous with Colorful Coverups to Breezy Dresses
If there’s one motto for summer dressing, it’s ‘the less fuss, the better’. Whether you’re escaping to the fabulous beaches of St. Tropez or getting poolside glamorous for summer, Bloomingdale’s is your one stop destination for vibrant swimwear must-haves and accessories.
As everyone continues to embrace this season glamorously, Bloomingdale’s equally stylish and fun selection of womenswear, swimwear, travel and beach accessories will make an impact on your summer holiday look.
To name a few, discover labels including Le Sirenuse’s signature collection of kaftans and silk dresses inspired by the colors of Positano; Celia B features traditional motifs seamlessly blended with exaggerated textures and bold bursts of print and color.
Resort brand Elena Makri is based on an equation of Greek simplicity and high quality. A series of creations both comfortable and ethereal, ideal for a resort look, which at the same time adheres to the classical aesthetics of Grecian style and its organic connection to the craftsmanship tradition of the country - effortlessly blending flattering cuts with exquisite prints.
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CH Carolina HerreraRamadan Limited Edition
In order to celebrate this special time of the year the CH Carolina Herrera way, the Designer has created three different limited edition kaftans in silk, striking a harmonious balance of modesty and style with grace.
The chosen colors are CH red, emerald green and the combination of black and white, already a brand symbol.
Ruffles, jewel cufflinks and other details turn each one of these pieces into the perfect choice for the most special occasions.
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Carolina HerreraEvening Spring Summer 2018Pristine beaches surrounded by coral reefs, golden sand as fine as salt, endless palm trees that try to caress the sky: this is Mustique.
Mustique Island inspires CH Carolina Herrera´s latest evening collection. Beautiful gardens with exuberant vegetation, dinners under the light of the stars only illuminated by the light of the moon, surrounded by the beautiful and peculiar architecture typical of the island. Images that appear in the mind of anyone who contemplates this elegant collection of strong Latin character, featuring ruffles, feminine silhouettes, floral prints highlighting the hibiscus flower and our characteristic polka dot print. All these details come together bringing the enchanted island alive. The white sand of the wild and endless beaches contrasts with the bright of colors of this evening collection where Herrera’s iconic Carolina Red plays the lead while Bougainville, Blue Jasmine and Ivy Green tones appear in draped and pure lines. A collection to ease off and unwind.
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Christian LouboutinTaking inspiration from the elegant and highly decorative style of the mid-18th century and under the influence of iconic and charming figures like Madame de Pompadour, favorite of King Louis XV, discover a whimsical collection of pastels, white and floral prints. The play of transparency takes a regal twist, with strass that seemingly float on the foot and transform women into modern day Cinderella; conjuring a feeling of transformation, which in turn invokes confidence, beauty and love.
Bold cage sandals and sexy gladiators get the full embellishment treatment and become fit for a modern Queen. An elegant statement of sophisticated design to mesmerize and capture the eye.
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Bottega VenetaVeneta Launches a New Personalization Program This season, Bottega Veneta celebrates its iconic motto “When Your Own Initials Are Enough.” The saying, coined in the 1970s, expressed the brand’s aversion to logos, and embrace of discreetly luxurious products that could be recognized by their sophisticated individualist clientele through singular design. When Tomas Maier took over the helm of the brand in 2001, he utilized the motto as a guiding principle.
The brand’s latest personalization program, which made its debut on the Spring/Summer 2018 runway, lets one’s own initials take center stage. Among the new seasonal men’s styles available for personalization are bags from the Stripe group, totes and duffels in canvas, suede and ostrich patterned with bold sporty stripes that leave a dedicated blank space for one’s initials. New women’s bags shown which can be personalized include the Intrecciato Palio tote and BV73 tote and bag.
The new personalization program also features iconic intrecciato styles with which a client can create an individualized, timeless piece to treasure for years to come. For women, the selection includes the Veneta hobo, the Olimpia shoulder bag and the Cesta tote, along with wallets, zipped pouches and phone cases. Men can choose from backpacks, business bags, dossiers, and travel essentials as well as a variety of wallets and other small leather goods. The seasonal colors and styles will shift with each new collection.
Starting from February clients have the opportunity to partake in a range of personalization services in Bottega Veneta boutiques, some of which will feature dedicated corners within the store. Embossing and stamping are both complimentary; the finished product will be available within 24 hours at select stores or within a few days. The graphic shadow letters used in stamping is available in three sizes and six colors.
Stitching requires a longer turnaround period as it can only be executed by Bottega Veneta artisans. All Bottega Veneta boutiques will offer the service with the option of crocodile or carrara calf letters in seasonal colors. Stitching is not complimentary. There is a charge per letter. However, in the luxury world, this service is unique to Bottega Veneta - a truly exclusive way for the client to make a bag his or her own.
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Emerald green, cyclamen, ruby, nude, pale blue, black white and gold were Jeanne Lanvin’s favorite colors. And her style alphabet - kimono sleeves, pagoda sleeves, twisted or flared, flat bows, geometric cuts, clovers, jumpsuits, transparencies - appear here and there, revamped to create an uber-contemporary and desirable look.
Olivier Lapidus wanted to draw inspiration from all the figurative elements so dear to the famous designer, by going even further. Even her name and initials, in Art Deco fonts, have become “LANVIN” and “JL” prints which pepper the collection.
Summer 2018 for Lanvin will be the summer of lightness and frivolity. Subtly unbalanced dresses, bare shoulders, complex cuts for shapes that seem to float in the air; long, short and very flared trousers. For the fabrics: silk Georgette and silk crêpe, quilted cotton, super 120s wool, lamé stripes and geometric lamé on a Georgette base for a touch of gold. Accessories, the new challenge for Olivier Lapidus, are handsomely present. Sunglasses, discretely displaying the Lanvin name on the temples, a completely new line of bags including a city bag that becomes a rucksack in electric blue crocodile, shoes, in particular open-toed ankle boots. Also many pieces of jewelry: necklaces, chokers, earrings, bracelets in pale gold or ruthenium, picking up elements dear to Jeanne Lanvin (daisy, clover) or embracing a twisted 30’s design.
Lanvin by the bookSpring Summer 2018 Collection
For his first collection at Lanvin, presented at Le Grand Palais in Paris, Olivier Lapidus made a return to the fashion house’s very essence, projecting it into the 21st century.
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Louis Vuitton Ready to Kick Off Its Third FIFA World Cup™
After South Africa in 2010 and Brazil in 2014, Louis Vuitton is proud to announce its ongoing relationship with FIFA for the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™. The House is marking its third participation in the world’s biggest sporting event with three brand-new projects.
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Victory Travels in Louis Vuitton: the House has once again created a new special-order FIFA World Cup™ Trophy Travel Case in which the FIFA World Cup™ Trophy can be safely transported and displayed. The result was hand-crafted in Louis Vuitton’s historic workshops in Asnières, France, and will hold the world’s most famous trophy when it is revealed at the Opening and Final Match of the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ on June 14th and at the final on July 15th. The new trunk’s elegant and unexpected design showcases Louis Vuitton’s dedication to both traditional savoir-faire and cutting-edge innovation. Louis Vuitton has teamed up with FIFA and Adidas to create a remarkable, limited-edition FIFA World Cup™ Official Match Ball Collection Trunk that is set to become an instant collector’s item. Based on the House’s traditional wardrobe trunks, it opens to reveal a stunning collection of 13 re-editions of the Official Match Balls used at FIFA World Cup™ tournaments since 1970, all fabricated especially for this project by Adidas. One additional football, designed by Louis Vuitton is included in this trunk. With a playful design, the Louis Vuitton 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™ Official Licensed Product Collection is a refined yet fun collection that offers exclusive versions of Keepall and Apollo bags, and a selection of smaller leather pieces, made with an innovatively embossed version of the House’s classic Epi leather. The collection also sports a specially designed Louis Vuitton FIFA World Cup™ logo, while the initials “L.V”, in lettering first used on the personal trunks of Gaston-Louis Vuitton (1883-1970), are placed like a team badge. Continuing the House’s long tradition of personalization, an ingenious customization tool will give clients the chance to create original and unique flag-inspired colored versions of the collection’s Keepall bags during the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia™.
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Michael KorsCapsule Collection Featuring an Original Logo Graffiti Print
Created in-house, the logo graffiti was inspired by the bold, stylized tagging that dominated New York City in the early ‘80s. Rendered in graphic black and white, it is a celebration of both street art and the brand’s home city, as well as a nod to today’s street-influenced fashion.
“I started my company in 1981, at a time when uptown and downtown were really colliding,” says Michael Kors. “Uptown girls partied downtown at the Mudd Club and Club 57. Artists like Fab 5 Freddy and Jean-Michel Basquiat showed their work at PS 1, and yet you’d still be just as likely to find their signatures on the side of a building in the LES or your subway car. Today, that mix of high/low is everything.”
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Michael KorsRamadan 2018 Capsule Collection
Michael Kors announces a special curation of glamorous clothes and accessories in celebration of Ramadan. The capsule collection features a total of 19 MICHAEL Michael Kors pieces, including 6 handbag styles that are exclusive to the Middle East during the month of Ramadan.
Two elegant and modestly cut navy kaftans, one with an opulent gold foil print will ensure head-to-toe glamour, while the Cayla and Paloma sandals complete the total look with elegance and style.
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The Mercer Studio BagIn three luxe and exclusive colors - Admiral, Bright Red and Oat, the Mercer Studio bag is at once modern and sophisticated. The woven leather body is accented with smooth trim and top handles, while a removable lock charm delivers a signature touch. Complete with an adjustable shoulder strap, this versatile crossbody will effortlessly transition from daytime to after-hours.
The Jade ClutchAnother exclusive element of the capsule is the Jade clutch in luxe Admiral, Bright Red and Oat. A festive metallic gold style will also be offered. The Jade clutch converts to a shoulder bag thanks to a removable chain-link strap, making it the perfect addition to an evening out. Fine craftsmanship and a graphic floral motif render this a rich statement piece.
The Barbra Clutch & The Jet Set Leather Card CaseRounding out the Ramadan capsule collection are the Barbra clutch and Jet Set leather card case, both featuring the intricate and lovely metallic leather floral motif mentioned above.
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LongchampKendall Jenner as the Face of the Company’s Fall/Winter 2018 Campaign
Longchamp is thrilled to reveal its newest campaign star: Kendall Jenner. Jenner was approached for this partnership because she and Longchamp share the values of championing effortless worldliness, and of celebrating a global, versatile sense of style. Throughout Jenner’s experience in (and ascent to the top of) the modeling industry, she has exhibited an unwaveringly confident poise, a character trait that Longchamp both admires and infuses into its fashion and accessories collections.
“I think there’s this synergy between the term ‘world citizen’ and Longchamp. To me, a world citizen is someone who wants to share more of an understanding of different cultures,” says Jenner. With Longchamp, while the collection always has a touch of the Parisian, it is something that can be worn around the world, by women who support this idea.”
Longchamp has always been a pioneer in creating collections that suit the lifestyle of the urban traveler. That lifestyle is something that Jenner has mastered, especially in her line of work. You never know when a last-minute phone call might have her hopping on a plane a few short hours later, only to then land halfway across the globe.
“Kendall is free, independent, she travels, she goes fast, always with style – which is how we see the Longchamp woman,” says Longchamp Artistic Director Sophie Delafontaine. “Her talent is not only in the way she acts but in the way she interacts, she is an authentic personality in the millennial generation.”
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NET-A-PORTER exclusively launches Cult Gaia’s first shoe collection as the LA based brand builds upon their instantly recognizable aesthetic. Following the lead of the “Ark” bag that dominated the summer of 2016, the shoe collection inspires instant desire as Cult Gaia apply their signature architectural approach to design.
Introducing four shoe designs, vintage, LA style was the starting point for this collection that pairs standout details with a timeless appeal. Designer, Jasmin Larian found inspiration through the simplicity of natural colors and elements, placing a focus on artistic silhouettes that perform as wearable art. The muted color palette of sand, cognac and natural shades complement strappy sandals, sculptural heels and mid-heel mules as the brand continues to create Objets d’Art. Landing on NET-A-PORTER in perfect time these vacation friendly designs will make you yearn for the summer months.
NET-A-PORTERExclusive Launch of Cult Gaia’s First Shoe Collection
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NET-A-PORTER has launched its biggest ever campaign to mark the Holy Month with exclusive capsule collections from 10 designers. Erdem, Reem Acra, Oscar de la Renta, Safiyaa, Marchesa Notte, Jenny Packham, Zuhair Murad, Elie Saab, Etro and Mary Katrantzou have each created limited edition capsule collections specifically for NET-A-PORTER.
NET-A-PORTERLaunching Exclusive Capsules for Ramadan
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Elizabeth von der Goltz, Global Buying Director at NET-A-PORTER says, “During the past few years, our Middle Eastern customers have expressed increased interest in special pieces designed specifically for Ramadan, and our designer brands have responded with exceptional kaftans, gowns and dresses tailored to the occasion. With more than 40 evening-wear pieces to choose from, we know our customers will love this exquisite collection.”
Erdem: “I am thrilled to partner with NET-A-PORTER on another special collaboration, this time in honor of Ramadan. I love designing with my Middle Eastern clients in mind as they are so modern and fashion forward - it allows me to be bold with print and color.”
Mary Katrantzou: “We worked on a small capsule for this special collaboration with NET-A-PORTER because I feel a deep connection with Middle Eastern women. I think it’s the sense of family and a sense of warmth. In the end, fashion is a projection of a woman’s personality and the values that you have and I respect those of Middle Eastern women deeply. NET-A-PORTER inspires women in the Middle East to look at their culture and their roots and celebrate what they mean in the modern day. That’s why I am glad to be part of this project.”
Reem Acra: “I am thrilled to create a capsule collection for the beautiful and dynamic women of the Middle East. Combining modern elements with vibrant colors, the dresses are dramatic and effortless - pure modern luxury.” Oscar de la Renta, Laura Kim and Fernando Garcia, Co-creative Directors: “In designing our exclusive capsule for NET-A-PORTER, we took the opportunity to create unique versions of our signature kaftan styles featuring the bold colors and intricate embroideries to which our Middle Eastern customer is drawn.”
Jenny Packham: “I am delighted to have designed a collection for NET-A-PORTER and our Middle Eastern customer. The exclusive capsule collection features bold colors, opulent prints and intricate embellishments, inspired by my travels to the Middle East. One of my favorite pieces from the collection is a silk chiffon Peacock Blue kaftan with satin belt and hand embroidered, emerald and purple ombré sequined feather motifs.”
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H&M Conscious SwimwearH&M Launches Swimwear in Conscious Materials for Summer 2018
For Summer 2018, conscious materials have been used for the first time in H&M’s swimwear. Hit the beach or hang out poolside in fashionable pieces made of recycled polyamide and recycled polyester. The high glamour meets sporty fun styles are available online globally and in selected stores.
“We’re really happy to be featuring conscious materials in the swimwear, which this year has this irresistible blend of glamour and sporty touches. It really shows how fashion and sustainability can go hand-in-hand also when it comes to swimwear. We’re also thrilled to have the amazing Carolyn Murphy and Katherine Howe starring in the campaign – they just radiate happiness and confidence,” says Pernilla Wohlfahrt, H&M’s Design Director.
“I already loved the swimsuit but the choice of material makes this so exciting for me because sustainability is close to my heart. There’s so much waste in the world, I’m really happy to hear that H&M is creating new things in a sustainable way,” says model Katherine Howe.
The conscious swimwear styles include a one-piece with ruffle hems and daring cut-outs on the side, a two-piece with a criss-cross back and subtle cut-outs on the top and bottom, and a triangle bikini with golden ring details and tie-up closures. Overall, the color palette features the vibrant hue of hot fuchsia and bright yellow, as well as florals inspired by a surreal garden, which are complemented by black and green.
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Mohammad Sami Alkhiraibet, aka M.S.K, the source of his inspiration for the brand name by M.S.K, holds a passion of merging his love for his homeland and the Arab culture with elements of Western influence and modernity.
Poetry Meets FashionBy M.S.K
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A Glimpse into MSK’s Fashion Journey and His Latest CollectionKuwait has been his home all along, and it is here that he completed his Bachelor Degree in Business Administration. Mohammad’s admiration for fashion, well that started way back in his early years as a little boy. He clearly remembers watching fashion shows with his mother, examining the models strut the runway dressed in the world’s top designers always felt like a transcending experience according to him. He developed a taste for high fashion as he grew up and developed close friendships with likeminded people in the industry and the rest is history. In college, Mohammad would construct masquerade masks and now he designs clothes and sometimes makes music too!
What inspired you to start your own brand?I had several different visions & inspirations, but life in the Middle East was the biggest influence for my first fashion collection. I wanted to pay homage to lives that came and walked this land before me. I am also inspired by elements of nature I see and experience around me, what lies beneath the surface of the sea, the mystery, the emptiness of the desert, and the open skies. Adding to that inspiration a touch of gold from the edges of a Bisht after it’s been deconstructed, and a little bit
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(or a lot) of Arabic calligraphy and somehow my clothing line was born.
What are some of the key pieces that got the most buzz?The Arabic calligraphy bomber jacket and the rain coat. I debuted them in the Millennials Fashion Show in December 2017. It was about a year before that show, I had randomly created a jacket and jokingly posted it on Facebook with the caption “inspired by life in the Middle East, my fashion collection is coming soon.” People started to interact with it, connect with it, and enquired on how to get one of their own. At first I freaked out and deleted the post! But then I saw it as a sign from the universe that I should pursue this dream of mine. Somehow it all worked out.
What is your favorite piece out of your latest collection, and why?I can’t pick just one piece, but I really love the new sleeveless female jumpsuit, it’s all black with the front and back cutout, the front has a Bisht trim. It is special to me because in my Kuwaiti culture the Bisht resembles masculinity, and now by repurposing it for women, that’s like reclaiming female power and breaking a little bit of the gender roles of a male dominated society.
You can soon see it on the Instagram page @bymskofficial.
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What or who do you turn to for inspiration before starting to work on a collection?Everywhere! I like originality, I like talking to people and seeing what they miss the most, in life generally, and try to fill in those blanks with clothes and creations. I seek truth in everything us humans do.
I must add that Berlin is a city that has inspired me and it keeps inspiring me. The past few years I have fallen in love with Berlin because it gives me a sense of liberation I yearn to see in this part of the world.
Describe your personal style.I like to describe my style as ‘poetry meets fashion.’ I try to capture the essence of passion from the Arab world while maintaining a modern edge from the Western world. Merging cultures is the secret.
What does the future hold for your brand?My friends in Lebanon are helping launch a website soon so that people from all over the world can reach us and purchase from the collections. In addition, I am collaborating with Sultan Al Samhan on a limited edition t-shirt collection. Hopefully, more collaborations with local and international artists. I’m also working on music project that comes out early next year.
Sky is the limit!
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Tommy Hilfiger
Tommy Hilfiger announces the launch of its limited-edition capsule collection for Ramadan, available exclusively in the GCC region. Featuring styles for girls and newborns, and luxury dresses for women; the collection will be available at Tommy Hilfiger stores.
2018 Ramadan Capsule Collection
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The capsule features two floor-length gowns for women, which combine deep navy tones with elevated silk chiffon fabrics and floral details. It also includes six dresses for girls that embrace a playful spirit with floral prints and stripes in shades of pink and orange. Newborn styles for boys and girls include two rompers with bow ties, and two floral print dresses with bow details.
The 2018 collection is complemented by a dedicated campaign that will appear in Tommy Hilfiger stores across the Middle East, along with bespoke interior décor and window displays.
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Geox Respira
Geox’s collaboration with Ernesto Esposito, one of the most renowned Italian shoe designers, endures into the Spring Summer 2018 season with a collection of affordable luxury: elegant and feminine footwear which stands apart for its sophisticated combination of materials and on-trend detailing. The product of an unusually creative juncture, this new design slant nevertheless is still firmly anchored in the principles that have made Geox synonymous with well-being and functionality.
Women’s 2018 Spring/Summer Collection
Breathable, impermeable, lightweight and flexible, the famous patented Geox soles are the mainstay of the whole collection, starting with the daytime styles. Whilst the charred brown hues of the supple suede or python print embellish round-toed loafers or sandals with ankle ties, white is triumphant on the perforated leather Derby lace-ups with an EVA sole and cushioned insole - a style solution which caters perfectly for our busy modern lives.
There is a timelessly elegant feel to the shoes made from black patent whilst the ones in ecru leather, elevated with gleaming metallic buckles, are perfect for more formal occasions. As are the classic ballerinas, the two-band sandals and the slipper loafers which are strongly trending this season.
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LacosteSpring / Summer2018 – L.12.12 Collection
René Lacoste’s inventions changed the face of sport and revolutionized the clothing industry, most notably his 1933 launch of the piqué polo shirt. Now, 85 years on, the L.12.12 collection for Spring/Summer 2018 reimagines his iconic creation through a contemporary lens – inspired by the polo shirt but continuing the spirit of invention in footwear.
This season’s iteration of the L.12.12 Unlined shoe is made with finesse. It maintains strong links to the iconic piqué polo shirt – fresh, simple and crafted – yet has been recreated in premium unlined leather and a new seasonal tan colorway.
The smooth, unlined aniline leather uppers, with tennis-inspired perforations on the tongue, reveal the soft hair of the leather, demonstrating meticulous craftsmanship. And the shoe’s silhouette is clean and concise. Available for men and women, it’s a classic summer staple for any wardrobe – building on heritage, promising comfort and delivering timeless style.
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Belts and MoreTrying to dress up your casual kaftan but can’t decide what to do? Here is when you start accessorizing and playing around with jewelry.
First up, you can always belt it up with a vintage “Lira” dangling belt. Not fancying the belt, go for a pair of statement earrings with dangling Lira’s (yes, Lira’s are trending and we’re not talking about the currency). Another option is to dress up your kaftan with a beautiful vintage brooch.
Digging up your grandmother’s emerald brooch to put on your white kaftan will transform it completely.
Not fancying all the vintage jewelry? Well, add a mother of pearl brooch! The new trend this Ramadan were beautiful brooches made of different stones to add to your simple kaftan. Good news, precious stones never go out of fashion! Another option would be to wear dangling diamond earrings or a statement necklace.
However, don’t go overboard, always remember that less is more.
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Gold AffairTraditional is beautiful. While entering Ramadan and prepping for Eid, it’s always nice to see people looking back at old traditions and trying to relive them. Gold has forever been the most generous and beautiful gift given at weddings, birthdays, and baby showers in the region. Also, vintage gold jewelry has been passed down through generations of families.
Let’s not even start talking about those cute gold bangles on young girls!
A visit to the gold souk is a good idea to refresh your jewelry options and just in time for the season. You have the option of customizing something simple and elegant. Or you can mix and match from the available designs. Usually girls opt for bangles or the “hama” which is a gold hair accessory that used to be worn at weddings by the bride.
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Boucheron Paris Serpent BohèmeEmblematic of the Maison Boucheron, the Serpent Bohème collection is a hallmark of the very essence of Boucheron.
In 1888, on the eve of one of his countless voyages around the world, Frédéric Boucheron, to show his unending love, protection and joy, offered his wife Gabrielle a necklace in the form of a serpent. From that moment, the figure of the serpent has continued to inspire, never leaving the creations of Boucheron. The first Serpent Bohème collection launched in 1968, has become one of the very iconic lines of the Maison.
Today the numerous transformations of this icon of Boucheron, continually reinvented, live on beyond the passing of time. Playing with unexpected motifs, it is the Boucheron creation par excellence which makes this collection timeless and so seductive.
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MessikaIntroducing the Shahrazad Set from the BaselWorld 2018 High Jewelry Collection(As part of Arabian Nights)
Shahrazad Collier: Inspired by the courage and determination of Shahrazad, in the Arabian Nights tale, Valerie Messika has designed this plastron necklace with oriental influences. Its hypnotic arrangement of pear and marquise cut diamonds sways with a balanced sensuality.
With their characteristically slender form, the 215 marquise-cut diamonds and 151 pear-shaped diamonds are combined with pear-cut diamonds positioned both head-up and head-down. Owing to the use of the knife-edge thread technique, the diamonds appear to levitate alongside one another.
Shahrazad Bracelet & Rings: Valerie Messika has envisioned two pieces worthy of the marriage of princess from the Arabian Nights. This feminine and highly-sensual bracelet adorns the lower wrist, upper palm and each individual finger. Each ring is different to enhance the originality of this unique piece: a single-row ring, a double-row ring, and a double ring with a drop bead.
Shahrazad Earrings: A pair of asymmetrical earrings reaffirm Messika’s signature sense of liberty. In a chic detail, two small pear-shaped diamonds set as drop-beads are positioned on the upper portion of one earring.
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Van Cleef & ArpelsAlhambra: Celebrating Luck Since 1968
In 1968, the Maison unveiled a true icon of luck: the Alhambra® collection. Inspired by the four-leaf clover, its motif has endured, embodying the timeless style of Van Cleef & Arpels and the excellence of its savoir-faire. Fifty years after the creation of the first Alhambra long necklace, the Maison is presenting new creations that showcase the fluidity and elegance of the design.
The iridescence of gray mother-of-pearl is complemented by the sparkle of diamonds and the gentle glow of pink gold, while the deep black of onyx combines with white gold and diamonds. Alongside these dazzling associations of materials, two exceptional models are adorned with lapis lazuli and two others with rock crystal, in homage to the beauty of the stones that have embellished the collection throughout its history.
“Created by Van Cleef & Arpels in 1968, in keeping with its tradition of excellence and savoir-faire, the Alhambra long necklace captured the spirit of the age and introduced new ways of wearing jewels in everyday life. Fifty years later, it stands as a reference that has profoundly influenced the history of jewelry.” Nicolas Bos, President and CEO of Van Cleef & Arpels.
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Corum in RomeLa Dolce Vita Returns to WatchmakingCorum has listened to collectors and is bringing back Romvlvs, it’s most Italian of creations, in a very limited edition. All the charms of this feisty piece, from its movement to its retrograde calendar, are featured in a new, light and elegant presentation.
It was created by accident. In 1966, when Corum received the dials for its new creation Romvlvs in the run-up to the BaselWorld show, the hour markers were missing. The supplier had forgotten to add them. René Bannwart, who had founded the company eleven years earlier, decided to go ahead with the Basel launch anyway. As an emergency measure, he had the hour markers engraved directly on the bezel. Thus the Romvlvs was born, and it would go on to become one of the brand’s greatest successes.
This ode to creativity resonates today more than ever at Corum. Frustrated by life’s ups and downs? Does the watch you’re dreaming of not exist? Invent it! Giving life to one’s desires is central to Corum, where the guiding ethos is: “Craft Your Dreams”. This call to creativity can still be heard today in every piece that Corum makes. The new Romvlvs is no exception.
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Roger DubuisExcalibur Spider Pirelli SOTTOZERO warms up the sub zero snowscape
The bite of icy air, the crunch of tires on hard-packed snow and the thrill of truly money can’t buy experiences was the exhilarating setting for the adrenalin-packed recent launch of the titanium-studded Excalibur Spider Pirelli SOTTOZERO™ at the Lamborghini Winter Accademia in Livigno, Italy.
Taking exciting high-octane exploits to unprecedented new levels and inspired by the avant-garde designs and technical mastery of both its partners – tire legend Pirelli on the one hand, and Lamborghini Squadra Corse on the other – Roger Dubuis has been offering red-hot performances in super-cold conditions this year.
Irresistible mutual attraction was the spark of the relationships Roger Dubuis – a brand with performance engraved in its very DNA – has ignited with Pirelli and Lamborghini Squadra Corse. All share common values encapsulating a radical R&D vision, the same flair for disruptive designs, superlative technical engineering, an attitude in sync with some of the most demanding clients the world has to offer, and extreme aesthetics.
Aside from the iconic Roger Dubuis skeleton double flying tourbillon, the unequivocal focus of the 47 mm Excalibur Spider Pirelli SOTTOZERO™ comes down to the latter. It is inspired by Pirelli’s legendary SOTTOZERO™ winter tires, which were the protagonists of the Lamborghini Winter Accademia.
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OrisSource of Life Limited Edition
Oris continues its mission to bring change for the better with a limited edition watch that celebrates water – the source of life.
Despite growing awareness and the efforts of government and international non-profit organizations, the world’s water continues to come under threat because of carelessness, neglect and waste. Pollution levels are rising – and something must be done. Oris is proud to introduce the Source of Life Limited Edition, a philosophical watch inspired by the River Rhine that highlights the plight of the world’s water sources and marks a new chapter in Oris’s mission to bring change for the better.
The new watch is based on the stylish Oris Aquis diver’s watch, one of the independent Swiss company’s signature designs. In keeping with Oris’s philosophy to ‘Go your own way’, every model in the line combines innovation, high-performance and high-quality Swiss design and engineering with price points that make sense in the real world.
The Oris Source of Life Limited Edition picks up on that theme, and also recognizes the role water plays in feeding, sustaining and connecting life. It focuses on the course of the River Rhine, chosen because it runs close to the village of Hölstein where Oris has been based since 1904, and because the Orisbach, a nearby brook from which the company takes its name, feeds into it.
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RAYMOND WEILCelebrate Father’s Day in ‘Swiss Style’ with RAYMOND WEIL
After launching its first in-house movement, born from the long term collaboration with Swiss movement manufacturer Sellita in 2017, RAYMOND WEIL unveils the new and exclusive CALIBRE RW1212 Skeleton as a sign of its desire to keep pushing boundaries.
In 2018, RAYMOND WEIL continues on its innovation pathway by developing the in-house designed movement. The new stylish skeleton Caliber RW1212 is proof of the ever-evolving achievements to these in-house movements.
RAYMOND WEIL introduces this bold and distinctive model featuring an open-worked dial, revealing most of the sophisticated movement with an intricate perlage finish. The distinctive characteristic remains the 6 o’clock front dial positioning of its visible balance wheel. The dial, however, has been opened, exposing the manufacturing beauty and highlighting the richness of watchmaking expertise, whilst infusing it with its distinctive free-spirited attitude. The freelancer Caliber RW1212 Skeleton is a two hand model providing an understated display of the hours and minutes.
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Roger DubuisExcalibur Aventador S Verde Mantis
Design icons, world premieres, and one of a kind experiences are all part of a thrilling Roger Dubuis 2018 line-up, starting with a first-time appearance and the launch of the Excalibur Aventador S Green watch – for which five patents have been filed – at the prestigious 2018 Geneva International Motor Show alongside partners Pirelli and Lamborghini.
The remarkable things that happen when visionary engineers meet incredible watchmakers have forged adrenaline-pumping liaisons between Roger Dubuis and Pirelli on the one hand, and Lamborghini Squadra Corse on the other. The “Perfect Fit” partnership between Pirelli and Roger Dubuis is grounded on their world-first attitude and their passion for performance, driven by materials technology. With Lamborghini Squadra Corse, the Manufacture shares a relationship powered by raging mechanics, daring money-can’t-buy customer experiences and a focus on extreme aesthetics.
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TAG HeuerHeritage Autavia Calibre Heuer 02
In 1933, Heuer designed the first dash counter for racing cars and aircraft: The Autavia chronograph. The name was a contraction of AUTomobile and AVIAtion - as ingenious an invention as the model’s timekeeping functions. Three decades later, in 1962, Jack Heuer, the fourth generation head of the company, created his first wrist sports chronograph. Its innovative signature: a rotating bezel. The Autavia name was reborn with this new, complete and extensive range.
In the catalogue until 1986, its numerous executions were extremely successful, remaining to this day among the most sought-after collector’s chronographs.
This new reissue is both modern and faithful to its roots, capturing the spirit of golden age motor racing. More imposing than its ancestor — 42 mm in diameter compared to 39 in the 1960s — with a 12-hour graduated bezel and a new Heuer-02 calibre proprietary chronograph movement, the latest generation Autavia carries the DNA and aesthetic codes of the original, updated for today’s market. Its functions are tailored to modern requirements: a self-winding calibre, power reserve of 80 hours, and date at 6 o’clock, and water resistance to 100 meters. In black aluminum, the bidirectional notched bezel encircles a silver dial with three black snailed counters in an optimal layout. The legible, balanced display with steel-coated hands and applique indexes, is complemented by the beige Super-LumiNova®. This limited edition stylish collector’s piece is not only steeped in history and heritage, but is a gift he will one day be proud to pass down from one generation to the next, making it the ideal long-lasting token of your love this Father’s Day.
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Salvatore FerragamoFiore
Feminine and romantic, but also brimming with personality, Fiore is the new Salvatore Ferragamo timepiece. Drawing inspiration from the heel of the shoe created in 1947 by the Maison’s founder, the timepiece stands out with its original flower-shaped case, which is also reflected in the dial decoration. The lacquered top ring highlights once more its exclusive design.
The 24 mm-diameter case version is available either in black or white with a double-tour studded strap, or in three gold colors with a fine bangle bracelet. The 30mm-diameter case version is bolder; available in a total look blue or black with two rows of studs on the strap. Completing the collection is the IP gold version with a red strap.
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Ulysse NardinUlysse Nardin plunges 1,000 meters Underwater and Freaks Out
Very robust, very functional, very technical, very sporty: introducing the remarkable new hero piece of the iconic Ulysse Nardin DIVER Collection — a resolutely masculine, highly reliable professional diving instrument and an exceptionally bold sports watch, loaded with unprecedented technical specs, including a helium escape valve and water resistance to 1,000 meters.Ulysse Nardin’s links to the sea run deep. A recognized pioneer of watchmaking innovation since 1846, the Manufacture’s early renown was built on the peerless precision and reliability of its marine chronometers – essential navigational instruments that helped seafarers determine longitude by means of celestial navigation. The Manufacture is equally renowned for what it has achieved underwater, with its solidly built and unabashedly masculine Diver collection. Like its immediate predecessor, the Diver Deep Dive is powered by the in-house caliber UN-320, which has a patented silicium lever and escape wheel configuration. The balance spring is also in silicium, a material Ulysse Nardin first introduced to Haute Horlogerie.
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Eid: Joy, Happiness, and a Red LipCelebrations and festive occasions are a perfect time to glam up and bring out that red lip. We’ve got only a few days left till its Eid, everyone is busy, and we can barely put a sheet mask on. So many products so little time! With so many to try, we’ve narrowed it down to a few for your perfect Eid look.
First, moisturize and apply sunscreen as most of us will be out really early in the morning. A good primer is a must to make sure your makeup lasts all day. After applying the primer, go for a good long lasting moisturizing foundation and a creamy concealer, avoid cakey formulas as it’s hot outside. For your lids, apply a creamy or powder shadow, something light and sparkly on the lids, and a darker color on the crease. After a bit of bronzing up the face and fixing the brows comes our favorite part… highlighter! Highlight the high points of your face with liquid highlighter, and then set it with a powder one. Spray on setting spray, keep spraying until you feel drowned in it (not kidding). Then apply your lashes or mascara depending on which you would like to go for.
Oh wait, our red lip! Apply your lip liner properly to avoid incidents during the day where your lipsticks reach your chin while you’re trying to bite on that donut (true story). Add your perfect red lipstick and spray your face one more time with that setting spray, you’re good to go!
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Gold in the H’air’With so many hair trends there are a few that make us stop and do a double take. The gold foil leaves are one of them! We’ve been seeing a lot of that the past few months but since its Ramadan and almost Eid, let’s dig a little deeper and see what salons have in store for us. Whether you’re looking for a “Ghabga” look or something cute and simple for a small gathering, we’ve got you covered.
Firstly, gold leaves can be added to any type of braid as long as the hair is slicked back. Go for a tight French/Dutch braid with gold foil leaves on the sides. Another option would be a double Dutch braid with gold foil leaves between the braids. If you’re more of a bun or ponytail kind of gal, opt for the same slicked back approach and either have the foils on the sides or decorate the bun with it. Finally, for us girls who like to let our hair down every once in a while, go for a simple blow dry or curl your hair. Then follow the same steps, slick back, add the foils, and voila!
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Samantha QureshiDipping into NARS’ World of Beauty with their Senior Makeup Artist
Samantha Qureshi is a NARS Senior Makeup Artist, fulfilling a position designed to help communicate the philosophies and ideals that François Nars bestowed on the company at its inception.
Samantha learnt her skill in France and holds a degree in cosmetology in addition to her makeup training, both of which have seen her become the accomplished Artist she is today. Whilst in France she perfected her technique on various TV and Theatre projects working for numerous French TV channels and most notably the Campaign for top selling musical the Bodyguard in London with Beverly Knight. She has worked with some of the key French and Moroccan designers such as Patrick Boffa, Christophe Guillarmé and Max Chaoul.
Samantha now blends her background in retail, fashion, TV and theatre perfectly and captures the true essence of Francois Nars with a strong passion and encouraging self- expression. True to the core of the philosophy of NARS, Samantha strives to help women feel beautiful and make beauty all about accessibility, confident that they can discover their own individuality.
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When did you start your career as a makeup artist, and how did you start?I got into makeup about ten years ago, I started to study cosmetology and beauty therapy. With makeup I just learned the basics, I was self-taught as I never attended a makeup school. I basically started in the retail environment for makeup brands. I slowly built my skills and worked my way into the fashion industry. When I started working with different designers I had a more open vision of what beauty is and how it was defined. After that, I left to London about five years ago and it has been a turning point in my life.
When did you start working with NARS cosmetics?At NARS it has been over three years now, continuously travelling the world and sharing beauty conversation with you guys. It is a beautiful journey that I am on.
What is your favorite NARS product? Which do you use on a daily basis?I am a makeup lover. Some people have habits and they stick to that, I’m not like that, I love experimenting. I am really moody when it comes to makeup, I’m also very seasonal. The staple products from NARS that are always with me are: The Copacabana multiple stick, it’s the perfect ivory highlight glow. Another is the Audacious volumizing mascara, and of course a matte red lipstick.
What 2018 beauty trends do you see sticking around long term?Definitely moving forward, everything we see backstage is the same, which is raw skin. By raw skin, we mean no-makeup makeup. The trend is to wear makeup where you actually need to not overdo it. Glowy, beautiful, raw skin.
What do you strive to make a woman feel as a makeup artist?My goal when I’m working with someone is to make her feel as the best version of herself. What I mean by that is not necessarily overdoing the makeup, I like to respect who she is as a person. It can be about understanding the authenticity and bringing out all the beauty out with makeup.
How do you prep dry and oily skin before foundation?I use oils for everyone, even oily skin. Oil is what your skin recognizes the most, there’s a beautiful selection of them in NARS’ skincare line. Oils produced by your skin are different than the ones in products so using them on oily skin can also be beneficial. If you choose the right oils, your skin would look great no matter what. A lot of toner is essential for the skin before makeup application as well. Skincare is a major game changer when it comes to prepping.
What’s the best makeup routine to go by?That’s a very individual thing, but for me, my skincare is essential and a lot of highlighter. I always want to feel fresh as I travel a lot, I use a lot of concealers, a bit of mascara, and lip balm or something very sheer on the lips. What works for everyone is of course taking care of your skin and from there everything comes beautifully. It all depends on how you perceive beauty.
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BECCASpring 2018 Under-Eye CollectionBecca introduces three different products that will save you hours of under-eye makeup drama in the morning! Your ‘go to’ for hiding those designer bags under your eyes. First, a targeted brightening and setting powder for lasting makeup wear! This weightless and invisible loose powder instantly brightens and sets under eye makeup for a long day or night. Infused with light-reflecting pearl powders, it instantly blurs the appearance of fine lines without settling. What’s more? It can also be used on other targeted areas such as the t-zone, if needed.
The second item is a wake-up call for tired eyes! This cooling anti-fatigue eye balm and primer in one preps skin for smooth makeup application. Coverage can only go so far, this priming balm instantly smooths and blurs fine lines while reducing puffiness over time. Infused with Cucumber, Matcha Green Tea and Caffeine, the sheer and velvety texture effortlessly melts into the skin to smooth and condition the eye area.
Next up we have 8 hours of sleep in a jar! This full-coverage corrector instantly brightens the appearance of under-eye darkness and lifts with light. Infused with ultra-fine light-reflecting illuminators, this rich, luminescent crème instantly smooths fine lines around the eyes, so it won’t settle into lines or wrinkles.
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Fenty BeautyBeach, Please!
Fenty Beauty by Rihanna dives deeper into paradise with even more sublime shimmers and reflective hues for the second release of its Summer 2018 Collection, Beach, Please!
Following the April launch of glitter-drenched body shimmers, this release is about re-igniting your Fenty Face with brilliant brights and sunwashed metallics, designed to unlock even more ways to achieve killer radiance for spicy summer “daze” and sultry summer nights.
Making its premiere with Beach, Please!, and here to stay as a permanent part of the Killawatt family, is Fenty Beauty’s new Killawatt Foil Freestyle Highlighter Duos. Taking a cue from Rihanna’s personal highlighting technique, Fenty Beauty reinvents the way you layer that light featuring rule-defying metallic colors you’ve never seen in highlighting before. You’ve seen it on the red carpet, you’ve seen it in press shots, you’ve seen it imitated but never re-created…it’s all about layering highlight to create colorful dimension from cheeks to eyes to temples, blurring the line where your highlight begins and eyeshadow ends. This no-limit approach to highlighting is Rihanna’s go-to method for making even the boldest pops of color perfect for every day.
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Life is anything but ordinary. Capture everyday life in its magnificent beauty with theSumptuous ZOEVA Opulence Collection, featuring an extravagant eyeshadow palette, a ritzy blush palette and a luxurious vegan brush set.
ZOEVAThe ZOEVA Opulence Collection
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Balancing an exuberant extravagance with elegant restraint, the lavish ZOEVA Opulence Eyeshadow Palette unveils a bountiful arrangement of plush eyeshadow colors. Sparked by the rich hues and dramatic shades of moody still life paintings, the palette transforms the beautiful essence of a blooming bouquet into ten highly pigmented eyeshadow shades.
An homage to the magic of great still life art, the ZOEVA Opulence Blush Palette holds a curated collection of richly pigmented powder shades that enhance and adorn features.
Now the ZOEVA Opulence Vegan Brush Set, a palatial selection of ten professional makeup brushes made of pure synthetic hair is artfully coated in a deep plum color and topped off with an elegant matte black embossment, these handcrafted eye and face brushes are essential tools for creating gracefully opulent makeup looks.
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GuerlainTerracotta Summer Escape
Looking to get away from it all? Longing for summer?
The Terracotta Summer Escape collection from Guerlain takes you on a journey...
Set off straight away for three paradise islands, in the footsteps of sun-loving globetrotters keen to escape the everyday... Adventurous, romantic or sparkling, they have just one wish: to reveal the intensity of their tan, highlight their skin’s vibrant glow and wear the most beautiful colors.
We follow their lead!
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Laura MercierFlawless Fusion Ultra-Longwear Concealer
Laura Mercier announces the launch of her Flawless Fusion Ultra-Longwear Concealer as an addition to her Flawless Fusion range. The Flawless Fusion Ultra-Longwear Concealer is a medium to full coverage, weightless concealer that perfects, hydrates and blurs.
Powered by Skin Fusion Technology, longwearing flexible polymers fuse to skin for 12 hours of wear that’s transfer, sweat, humidity, and water-resistant. Conceals under eye and face while blurring the look of imperfections. No matter what day brings, you’re covered with Flawless Fusion – no touch ups required. True to Laura’s flawless face philosophy, the new Flawless Fusion Ultra-Longwear Concealer was developed to look and feel like a second skin.
Laura believes you should be able to have both great coverage and a completely weightless and natural feel, without sacrificing one or the other.
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Marc Jacobs BeautySpring Summer 2018 Fashion Collection: Somewhere
Marc’s inspiration for the collection came during the last few months while friends vacationed, they took a holiday in their heads and went somewhere – twisting fantasy into reality through exaggerated, decadent and exotic sportswear silhouettes. This collection is the remaining of seasons past somewhere beyond the urban landscape of New York City.
For the Marc Jacobs Beauty Spring/Summer 2018 beauty look, lead Makeup Artist Diane Kendal created a strong ‘Blacquer eye’ which featured layered black formulas in different variations of a winged eye, based on individual eye shape. The rest of the look focused on fresh, luminous skin and natural, nude lips to complement the clothing and hair looks this season. Marc Jacobs considers makeup and nails to be essential components of great style. For this season’s nail look, lead manicurist Jin Soon Choi created polished fresh manicures and pedicures in a variety of new enamored polish in orange, pink and coral shades, as well as one of Marc’s favorite existing Blacquer shade. For the manicures, in true Marc fashion, the look was perfectly imperfect – mimicking a grown out manicure by starting polish application slightly above the cuticle.
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NET-A-PORTERFive Years in Beauty
Since launching beauty in 2013, NET-A-PORTER has evolved its assortment into one of the most distinguished curations of luxury beauty and skincare online. At the forefront of newness and innovation, NET-A-PORTER is now one of the biggest global retailers for luxury beauty, offering more than 200 brands, delivery to 168 countries.
Since launching beauty in 2013, NET-A-PORTER has evolved its assortment into one of the most distinguished curations of luxury beauty and skincare online. At the forefront of newness and innovation, NET-A-PORTER is now one of the biggest global retailers for luxury beauty, offering more than 200 brands, delivery to 168 countries.
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Kat Von D BeautyThe Biggest Brow Collection Ever –100% Vegan
Just like a signature, brows are uniquely personal. To create her own distinctive bold brow, Kat used the Kat Von D Beauty Tattoo Liner for years because she couldn’t find a product that delivered the high-intensity color and waterproof long wear she wanted. Now, she has pushed the boundaries of innovation to create the ultimate brow collection for herself…and everyone!
In her sneak peek post on Instagram about the collection, Kat Von D lauded, “Are you guys ready for the best bullet-proof long wear eyebrow product of all time?!”
Introducing Kat Von D Beauty 24-HR Super Brow Long-Wear Pomade, Brow Struck Dimension Powder, Signature Brow Precision Pencil, and two new brow brushes unlike any others. Pomade, pencil or powder, Kat’s new brow products give you the power to personalize your brows any way you want, in any shade you want!
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The Original beautyblender® was created out of necessity by celebrity makeup artist Rea Ann Silva to ensure her clients looked flawless on camera. An application technique that took-over the beauty industry, a staple in every woman’s bag, with popularity spreading like crazy throughout the makeup artist community, the beautyblender® became the secret on set that had everyone buzzing, and today, it has changed the way women around the world “makeup”.
The iconic sponge started as the world’s first edgeless, non-disposable, hi-definition cosmetic sponge applicator and has now secured its place in the heart of beauty lovers worldwide. beautyblender® provides a fool-proof finish no matter the level of application, experience or makeup product thanks to its incomparable aqua-activated, skin-mimicking material and flawless, easy complexion results!
The Original beautyblender®Often imitated, but never duplicated, beautyblender® is the iconic sponge that has revolutionized the beauty industry!
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Aesthetically Speaking
Ms. Daniela CireasaAesthetic medicine specializes in improving cosmetic appearance. It has diverse applications for dermatological and surgical conditions.
Ms. Daniela Cireasa is the Head Aesthetician of the Cosmetic Centre at Royale Hayat Hospital. Daniela has been an experienced Aesthetician for 17 years. She earned a Diploma of Cosmetology from Scoala International Cosmetic, Romania. In addition, Ms. Cireasa is also a certified laser technician for Thermage, Fraxel, Fractional Laser, Titan and Mesoesthetic. She has been in Kuwait for 15 years, and has been working at Royale Hayat since 2007.
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What is your role here at Royale Hayat?I am the Head of the Medical Aestheticians. I treat patients for skin problems such as open pores, scars, tightening, lifting, and utilizing several different kinds of devices and different procedures.
Tell us more about the AQUAPURE machine and what it does.The newest machine is the Aquapure, it is a multi-functional facial machine to keep your skin beautiful. It has four types of handpieces and solutions that work effectively to deal with various skin problems. Aquapure can help reduce wrinkles, will give you bright, glowing skin and at the same time, it hydrates the skin.
What other machines are available at Royale Hayat and which skin problems do they help treat?We have the HIFU machine, it has three handpieces to use. HIFU as a form of facial treatment employs the use of concentrated ultrasound energy to the face and neck by a handheld device. It works well for tightening and for open pores and scars.
We also have the Thermage machine which is an older yet effective machine. The principle behind treatment is to tighten existing collagen and stimulate new collagen growth. Patients usually do it once a year for tightening and brightening the skin to rebuild the collagen and skin elasticity.
We also do the basic peels, facials, all these contribute to good skin.
With so many products and routines in the market, everyone is confused. What are the basic skincare needs?Daily cleansing is essential. Every day, as soon as you wake up, clean your face with a cleansing gel. Right after, apply moisturizer, and also, essentially, sunblock. You can also apply a face mask once a week. In addition, you can come in once every few weeks for the Aquapure facial treatment or you could also try mesotherapy.
Summer is coming up and lot of people neglect all the advice about avoiding the sun. Can you tell our readers how they can minimize skin damage caused by the sun?If the climate is as hot as Kuwait, avoid the sun at the peak hours from 12-3 pm. Also, keep applying and re-applying sun protection. Sun protection is recommended under all conditions, in general, if you are going to be out in the sun.
Try to wear a hat to cover your face. After being out in the sun over long periods of time, you can try the mesotherapy treatment or Aquapure to hydrate and cleanse the skin.
Ms. Daniela Cireasa,
Head Esthetician of Cosmetic Centre, Royale Hayat Hospital
Bio:
Experienced Esthetician for 17 years
Diploma of Cosmetology Scoala International Cosmetic, Romania
Certified Laser Technician for Thermage, Fraxel, Fractional Laser, Titan and
Mesoesthetic.
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DetoxDetox is a word people thrown around casually without actually knowing what it actually means and what the purpose of it is. The process of detoxification is meant to rest your organs, stimulate your liver to release toxins from your body, restore your skin and organs to their best ability, improve blood circulation, and many other purposes as well. However, it’s not just a cup of green juice away. Here are a few tips on how you can detoxify your body.
Firstly, you have to eliminate coffee, cigarettes, saturated fats, unnatural sugars, and anything that is hard for your body to digest easily. The most popular cleanses are juice cleanses but it is not meant for weight loss as some people might mistake it for. Some lifestyle changes can keep your body healthy, without needing regular detoxing. For example, introduce a lot of fiber into your diet. Drink natural herbal teas, and take your supplements.
Also, the most obvious, drink a lot of water!
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H&M HOMEWelcoming the Sun with Mediterranean Blues and Tropical Fun
Say hello to brighter, warmer days with H&M HOME’s latest arrivals.
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Mediterranean State of MindNow that the warmer months are drawing closer, shades of light blue emerge at H&M HOME. Inspiration from the stunning blue water and relaxed air of the Italian seaside inform these first summer looks. Natural materials and various stripes in blue and off-white set the scene along with playful messages on porcelain pieces and sea-inspired prints. Once night falls, summer cushions, blankets, throws and lanterns are the perfect complements for lounging around and enjoying life.
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H&M HOME’s Tribute to the Tropical Colors of Summer!During the hottest summer months, H&M HOME celebrates strong colours, island sunshine and tropical beach life. Looking to the sandy beaches of Jamaica and lush vegetation of Costa Rica, cheerful fruits, florals and foliage fill the different prints with lemon yellow, sunset red, grapefruit pink and teal. Eclectic fruit-shaped plates and decorated glassware go hand-in-hand with the outdoor cushions and printed beach towels that will radiate joy.
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THE OneStaying Ahead of the Curve When in search for a perfect and fashionable solution to create a modern era social living space, the vintage-inspired VIK 3.5-seater sofa by THE One will help you stay ahead of the curve.
The use of a curved sofa can help you maximize your lounge potential, open up the room for more seating whilst softening angles designed for socializing. Hand-crafted and upholstered in a luxurious velvety-grey fabric, VIK offers both quality and lasting comfort and will be the focal point for conversation in any living room.
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Address: THE One Marina Mall TheatreMarina Mall - Salmiya 22006 - KuwaitTel: +965 22244511 THE One Avenues Boutique The Avenues, Al Rai - KuwaitTel: +965 22597284 Website and Instagram: https://www.theone.com/http://instagram.com/theoneplanet
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Address: THE One Marina Mall TheatreMarina Mall - Salmiya 22006 - KuwaitTel: +965 22244511 THE One Avenues Boutique The Avenues, Al Rai - KuwaitTel: +965 22597284 Website and Instagram: https://www.theone.com/http://instagram.com/theoneplanet
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The Bed ShopThe Bed Shop is one of Kuwait’s leading stores, evidently when it comes to beds and beddings. It was founded in the year 1995 and has been one of the top ever since. The products found at The Bed Shop are distinctive and unique. In addition, they provide high standards of quality assurance. Their customer service is absolutely unparalleled and praise-worthy. Some brands that can be found at The Bed Shop are King Koil, Tempur, Yatsan, Colunex, Delix, Temprakon and Reverie.
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All photographed products are exclusively available in Kuwait at showrooms: Tilal Complex - Shuwaikh, Hamra Tower - Sharq, Madouh Complex – Hawally and Dalal Complex - Dajeej.
Contact: 22444160
The Bedshop introduces it’s newly renovated showroom in Hawalli, in which a new line of home accessories have been
added to it’s earlier stellar selection of products.
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Sundus Hamza AbbasThe Ultimate Feminist Role Model
Sundus Hamza Abbas is a role model for many women in the region. Why you might ask? Her involvement in human rights and women’s rights campaigns in the region have made her one of the most influential people in the country. Having worked in I.T for many years, her life changing decision was to embark on another career path in helping others. Sundus tells us all about her past, beginnings, and how she feels about current situations in the region.
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Clothes PRADA Kuwait
Art Direction and Styling by Adel Alansari / DOUBLEA.STUDIO
Photography by Jalil Marvin
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About Sundus“Multi-tasking and juggling can take us just so far.” Sundus tells us when we ask how she does it all! “We are lucky in this region because of the support that we have. Without some kind of backup, it is not possible to simultaneously combine and optimally perform the role of mother, homemaker, and wife with a full time professional career easily or conveniently.” Men do shoulder some of the burden at times, but women are doing most of the work with respect to the children and the homemaking.
When Sundus was a young girl, she thought she had it all figured out. She chose a job that was more realistic and can fit the bill, she had worked in the field of IT for 20 years. Later on she rediscovered what she should actually be doing, and that had introduced renewed energy back into her life. Her work is built around her passion to help people, and now she does that on a daily basis with Abolish153 and Eithar. With some fine-tuning, Sundus believes that everyone can find the “buried treasure” she calls it, in a second career path that nurtures their primary passion. “If there is a magic formula for happiness, it lies deep within our own blueprint of ourselves. Each woman is unique, and each defines success and happiness on her own terms.”
Sundus’s BeginningsSundus beautifully played the role of a guardian, since her early years; she is a twin and the need to protect her sister under all circumstances drove her to excel in this role. Sundus has evolved a great deal, no doubt, but it is this drive to excel, to protect, to stand up for those she loves, that continues to shape her future.
During the invasion of Kuwait in 1990, Sundus fled to London with her family, however, she refused to stay idle and joined the “Free Kuwait Campaign”, becoming one of the group’s official spokesperson, spreading awareness of the dire situation of her beloved country and seeking immediate intervention that would help spare innocent civilians from harm.
After the Liberation of Kuwait, Sundus came back as part of the Red Crescent Rescue Team. She chose to work with the Social Care Center to help out with the Core of Engineers, moved by their relentless efforts to especially help the elderly, the young ones and the disabled. “I knew that their job was to help rebuild Kuwait’s infrastructure, but their unwavering support and assistance to all, with total impartiality and neutrality became my inspiration. I learnt then that humanitarian actions must be independent of political, economic, military or other objectives.”
What drives you?Equality and fairness. Sundus was raised as a person, not as a girl, because her dad had always believed in gender equality. She realized from early on that if parents had the strength to raise daughters more like sons, then it is about time we all have the courage to raise our sons more like our daughters.
Sundus tells us, “I accept that men and women are different, but only in their nature, we are all graced with the power of strength, subtly, of giving and receiving, we can strive to complement each other in our shared struggle to improve life, taking advantage of our abilities to create a better world for our children.”
Gender equality is an important topic to Sundus, she feels as if equality between men and women is still on the wish-list and in 2018 we have achieved very little progress. Women continue to work hard to prove themselves in the face of adversity and hurdles in a male-dominated society. ‘Equality is something that feminists want!’ is the notion in most minds. What women are asking for is to feel heard and respected, to be paid the same wages for the same work. Just because a woman demands
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respect does not mean she objects to being challenged intellectually; she wants a voice and a seat at the table, that doesn’t mean she wants to silence men; she wants to lead, doesn’t mean she wants men to step aside. Co-lead. Co-create.
What angers you the most? Injustice. Since the liberation of Kuwait and her commitment towards social justice and anti-oppressive work, Sundus has witnessed economic inequality by gender and background, inability to accept diversity in the country, oppression to advocacy of marginalized groups, the intolerance and rejection of those who are different from ourselves. “It angers and saddens me;” she says, “Whereas Islam teaches us humility so that we can work in partnership with others.”
Sundus has, however, managed to channel these emotions towards working with various social organizations that allowed her to use all the resources available to advance the rights of those who do not share our own identities or backgrounds and to reduce discrimination. She was proud to assist organizations such as “Kuwait Childs Rights Society” to help children who are abused, neglected, and just plain unwanted. KCRS was involved in the passing of the Child Rights Law in May 2015, after 10 years of struggle.
Domestic help involvement, and what do you think needs to be changed?To better understand the world we live in, Sundus also wanted to understand the plight of domestic workers who end up in hospitals, prisons and deportation camps, sometimes simply because of the “Iqama” issue. She joined forces with “Bait Al-Khidma” and was stunned having personally worked with foreign domestic workers who experienced exploitative working conditions, unlawfully deprived by employers from basic needs like food, water, sleep, bathroom access, and exposed to physical violence, sexual and verbal abuse, as punishment for minor or non-existent mistakes. The lack of laws further exposes them to human rights abuses and restricts their access to help and support.
“This work greatly affected and changed me. We importantly need to change the way we treat workers in our country. Just because they work in our homes doesn’t make them less human. They are not our property, they work just like us, and have rights that need to be enforced.”
Women empowerment issuesDid you know that an estimated 30% of women in the Middle East and North Africa have experienced physical violence by men at some point in their lives?” Now that hit us hard! “How can one talk about women empowerment when women live under such conditions?” Sundus asks. Society must condemn and criminalize domestic violence. We have to have laws that prohibits all forms of violence against women including physical, psychological, sexual or economic, and enforces either imprisonment or financial penalties.
Sundus: Weakness and StrengthsShe believes her weakness is her attachment to her daughters and her nieces. Sundus tends to hover and manage their activities and social interactions. Whilst her strengths, basically being a supermom! “I am a hands-on working mum and I am proud of it.” She tells us, “As a parent I try to influence my two daughters Noor and Jude by showing them how to be true to themselves and encouraging them not to give up their convictions just to maintain a false harmony with their peers. It’s important to show them that strength comes in being beautiful inside out, by being kind and generous, thoughtful towards others, and willing to give of themselves
“Together, we live by example I guess, raising our daughters to believe in the inherent rights of all people, regardless, and to value our precious Earth.”
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Shurooq SalmeenExperiencing Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya to the FullestThe Four Seasons brand has become synonymous with ultimate luxury. It is no surprise that Kuwaiti fashion designer Shurooq Salmeen experienced hospitality at its finest when she was invited to spend a few days at Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya.
Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya has quickly gained a reputation for being one of Kuwait’s main attractions. The modern architecture and beautiful interior design inspired by history has got everyone talking about it. Shurooq shares her experience with us.
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Shurooq was warmly welcomed at the graceful and conveniently located lobby of the hotel, boasting a beautiful ambience, styled with eye-catching décor and artistic elements, mixing foundations of regional architecture, elevating the beacons of modern hospitality. A planned itinerary, well thought out, to allow her an experience to take it all in.
First was a complete tour of the hotel, experiencing the beauty of the modern spa, witnessing the indoor and outdoor pools; the gym which includes a separate ladies gym and fitness studio with Antigravity classes, equipped with all the modern essentials ready to be used by the guests. As she walked into her expansive room, the diplomatic suite, she was amazed by the sophisticated interior of the space, from the living room to the bedroom. By then Shurooq was ready for dinner at “Dai Forni” - the indoor/outdoor Italian restaurant. Fusion Italian cuisine served at its best, with an incredible rooftop view to top it all off, from the 21st floor. What she especially loved, 2 private dining rooms each for 12 guests you can book that seats up to 12 people for private events.
On her second day, Shurooq visited the spa. She couldn’t decide what she loved more, the beautiful walls and interior or the blissful scents that were fuming all around her that gave the place a sensual aroma; with an array of massages and facials to try out, 10 different treatment rooms, a sauna, and that’s just a part of the two floor spa. After the spa comes the beauty salon, of course. A beautiful place, Shurooq said, to get your manicure/pedicure done, if you’re looking for a luxurious experience!
Located in the central business district, Four Seasons Hotel Kuwait at Burj Alshaya offers a lavish experience enriching your sense of luxury hospitality, with a lot more to offer.
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lifestyle - automotive
FerrariThe Ferrari Portofino in Kuwait
The Ferrari Portofino has officially been unveiled in Kuwait. Ferrari has chosen a particularly evocative name for this exceptionally versatile drop-top car. Portofino is renowned for its charming port and, over the years, has become internationally synonymous with elegance, sportiness and understated luxury. The launch color of the new Ferrari has also been dedicated to this marvelous town: Rosso Portofino.
Capable of unleashing a massive 600 cv and sprinting from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds, the Ferrari Portofino is the most powerful convertible to combine the advantages of a retractable hard top, a roomy boot and generous cockpit space plus two rear seats suitable for short trips.
The Ferrari Portofino’s all-new chassis features a significant weight saving over the California T it replaces. Thanks to the extensive use of modern production technologies, all the chassis and body-in-white components have been redesigned with a consequent reduction in weight despite an increase in torsional rigidity.
The Portofino is a Ferrari designed to be driven every day that also effortlessly converts from an authentic ‘berlinetta’ coupé to a drop-top capable of delivering a unique Ferrari soundtrack and superb driving pleasure even in day-to-day situations.
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Rolls-Royce Motor CarsNew Cullinan SUV Model at Exclusive Unveiling in Kuwait
The Cullinan, the first-ever SUV in the history of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, was unveiled to privileged guests, top tier customers and invited members of the press at an exclusive invite-only event held at the Rolls-Royce Motor Cars Showroom.
Marking Rolls-Royce’s debut in the SUV market, the Cullinan has been created to meet the demands of customers in the region and around the globe who desire a combination of high-end refinement, superior comfort and powerful off-road capabilities.
The Cullinan is a true ‘Effortless Everywhere’ SUV. Equally at home off-road or in the city, it offers uncompromised luxury to allow the driver and passengers to fully embrace and enjoy the world around them, wherever they dare to go.
The Cullinan represents the culmination of Rolls-Royce’s long and celebrated history. It is the natural evolution of the carmaker’s luxury concept, from delivering the ultimate in urban transport to fully embracing every environment and conquering every terrain.
Unmistakably a true Rolls-Royce, the Cullinan’s immense road presence and uncompromising stature is complemented by key luxury design touches for unrivalled interior refinement.
Created to take the world in its stride, the ‘Effortless Everywhere’ ethos behind the creation of this luxury SUV is powered by a 6.75 V12, twin turbo engine delivering 567 horsepower, meaning the Cullinan provides an effortless driving experience.
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Mar
riot
t H
otel
s in
Kuw
ait
hold
a R
amad
an G
hab
ga
for
the
loca
l med
ia.
Mar
riot
t H
otel
s in
Kuw
ait
orga
nize
d a
Ram
adan
Gha
bga
for
the
loca
l med
ia o
n T
hurs
day
24
th o
f M
ay, a
t A
l Thu
raya
Ram
adan
Ten
t at
the
JW M
arri
ott
Kuw
ait
Cit
y.
The
Gha
bga
was
a g
reat
opp
ortu
nity
for
Mar
riot
t H
otel
s to
rai
se a
war
enes
s ab
out
the
diff
eren
t of
fers
and
pro
mot
ions
ava
ilabl
e th
roug
hout
the
Hol
y M
onth
of
Ram
adan
.
The
JW M
arri
ott
Kuw
ait
invi
tes
gues
ts t
o en
joy
the
perf
ect
Ram
adan
ex
peri
ence
at
the
brea
thta
king
“A
l Thu
raya
Ten
t”. T
he t
ent
offe
rs t
radi
tion
al
sett
ings
com
plem
ente
d by
live
coo
king
sta
tion
s, s
crum
ptio
us s
easo
nal s
peci
als
and
brea
thta
king
am
bien
ce. “
Al T
hura
ya”
embo
dies
the
spe
cial
occ
asio
n,
acco
mpa
nied
by
stun
ning
Ram
adan
dec
orat
ion
and
soot
hing
live
oud
mus
ic, a
ll co
mbi
ning
tog
ethe
r to
cre
ate
the
ulti
mat
e in
vita
tion
into
the
hom
ely
sett
ing.
It
is t
he id
eal s
pot
for
frie
nds
or f
amily
to
com
e an
d en
joy
shis
ha f
ollo
win
g G
habg
a of
feri
ngs.
Gue
sts
will
als
o st
and
the
chan
ce t
o w
in v
alua
ble
priz
es e
very
wee
k, in
clud
ing
free
air
line
tick
ets
to v
ario
us d
esti
nati
ons,
fre
e gi
ft v
ouch
ers
and
a lo
t m
ore.
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horoscopes
Taurus(Apr. 21-May 21)
Gemini(May 22-June 21)
Aries(Mar. 21-April 20)
lifestyle - horoscopes
Sagittarius(Nov. 23-Dec. 21)
Scorpio(Oct. 24-Nov. 22)
Libra(Sept. 24-Oct. 23)
The only bright spot for Gemini zodiac appears to be health. Finances are impacted negatively by the Lunar eclipse. Neptune will be obstructing your professional growth. The Lunar eclipse is not helping love relations either. Singles are looking for passion.
Hard work will help monetary progress of Taurus sun sign in June 2018. Career change is possible, but requires more evaluation. Plenty of effort will be required to maintain harmony in marital relationships. Health will not pose any difficulties.
Career development of Aries astrology sign will be satisfactory. Mercury will help in maintaining harmonious love life in spite of the various problems. Finances can be enhanced with the help of social network. Health will remain satisfactory with proper diet
Social life of Sagittarius zodiac sign will be active, but love life will be full of chaos. Mercury is also responsible for the volatile atmosphere at the workplace. Finances will be satisfactory. Health will be delicate and requires the help of yoga and meditation.
Health prospects of Scorpio star sign will be fabulous in June 2018. The Sun will bring about major changes in your professional environment. Jupiter will slow down your financial growth. Venus will be responsible for all the disturbances in your relationship with your partner in matters like family planning.
Libra zodiac sign will reach career zenith during the month. Retrograde of planets will force you to go slow on all fronts. Financial investments have to be properly evaluated. Relationship with your spouse will be highly unpredictable. Spiritual healing techniques will help your emotional quotient.
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Pisces(Feb. 20-Mar. 20)
Aquarius(Jan. 21-Feb. 19)
Capricorn(Dec. 22-Jan. 20)
Leo(July 23-Aug 22)
Cancer(June 22-July 22) (Aug. 23-Sept. 23)
Virgo
Pisces zodiac sign will have to face many contradictions and it requires plenty of fortitude to overcome them. Career environment will face many alterations. Financial situation will be under stress due to social contacts. Family atmosphere will be full of tension. Health will require more breaks to remain stable.
Health will occupy the center stage for Capricorn sun sign. Exercise and detoxification will help. Career will be successful if you can handle all the confusion at the workplace. Financial situation will be quite alarming. Relationship with your spouse requires lot of patience and understanding.
Jupiter will bring happiness to love relationships of Aquarius star sign. Health situation will be splendid. The Lunar eclipse will induce transformations at your workplace. Retrograde of Neptune will slow down your monetary progress.
Health prospects of Cancer zodiac sign will be superb during the month. Making money will be difficult and requires more effort. Career environment is under major overhaul. Relationship with your partner will be highly chaotic and you have to be very patient.
Career growth will be superb for Leo sun sign due to the influence of Jupiter. Relationship with your spouse will be tentative. Social life will expand and you will become a member of prominent associations. Retrograde of planets will affect your earning capacity. Health will be satisfactory.
Retrograde of planets and adverse planetary influences will be forcing Virgo sun sign to be highly circumspect. Career will show good progress. Financial prosperity will be static. Love life can be made pleasant if you give enough time to your partner. Health requires more rest.