Exceedingly good
The handbag and luggage brand, Kipling, has launched a new seasonal range for budding rock chicks. Sporting metal zips, large pockets and a unique shiny coated fabric, these handbags are clearly inspired by the androgynous military look.
Available in either jet black or white smoke, this line is set to be a summer essential. Available from Jashanmal Department Stores, Delsey Lamcy and Kipling stores worldwide.
One to watch
In order to celebrate the 125th anniversary of Bulgari, the brand has released a new line of men’s watches. Each watch will feature the signature of original designer, Sotirio Bulgari, as well as having a perpetual calendar built in to the functions of the watch itself. Available in three different styles and many different hues of 18-carat gold, the line is not only aesthetically pleasing but will certainly please the man in your life with the high-quality craftsmanship Bulgari is noted for.
Limited number available in Bulgari stores from September. Prices will start from approximately Dhs34,000.
She’s electric
The autumn/winter ’09 collection by Kurt Geiger has just been revealed in the UAE. Surprisingly for winter, not only is the summer-staple Gladiator heel still in fashion but so are the sunny yellows, electric blues and hot pinks. A brave girl’s shoe heaven!
Coming soon to all Kurt Geiger stores.
Times table
Nothing gets us quite as excited as a tablethat looks like it comes from the not-too-distant future. This stylish number has the look of Buck Rogers’ bedside table, but also doubles as a handy drinks and storage cabinet. Beedly, beedly, good luck Buck!
TheVing table is available for Dhs2,995 from The One, Khalidaya (02 681 6500).
Looking weathered
There are certain things that just never go out of style and battered jeans are one of them. But the marketing people at Diesel are clearly a confused bunch, judging by their new men’s and women’s summer collection. We don’t deny that they look good, but when you divide your latest range into three different types: destroyed, rain and storm, you have to question their sense. It’s the UAE, for crying out loud. Destroyed is all very well, but seriously, rain and storm? It’s 400°C outside. We’ve not seen rain since February. Wishful thinking aside, rain has an irregular water drop pattern, storm has lightening strike flashes going across the jeans, and destroyed is, well, destroyed. At least logic plays some role in their choice.
Summer range available from Diesel store, Marina Mall (02 681 7721).
Catwalk fight
After the success of the Oriental Red Carpet Fashion Show last year, the Dubai Ladies’ Club has decided to repeat the search for emerging female designers this year. The competition for budding fashion designers will offer them exposure to key business owners in Dubai and internationally as well as to the press. The competition for young Emirati women is divided into three categories; designing abayas, jalabiyas and ready-to-wear outfits. Each winner will have their own mini-collection shown at the Oriental Red Carpet Fashion Show 2009.
To learn more about this competition or to download an application form, visit www.dubailadiesclub.com.
Don’t be a muppet
After previous efforts such as ‘It’s Not Easy Being Green’ by Kermit the Frog, the legendary Miss Piggy gives her views on, Life, Love, And The 10,000 Idiotic Things Men/Frogs Do. In this hilarious tale, Miss Piggy discloses her secrets to being a true diva with her witty list of ‘the diva dos and don’ts.’ Miss Piggy also teaches future divas how to treat him mean to keep him green. It makes this book the perfect tongue-in-cheek gift for any demanding (we mean that in the nicest way) lady you may know.
The Diva Code is available from www.amazon.com.
Square up
If you are looking for a strongly scented, intensely powerful and unmistakeably masculine cologne, DSquared2 has got it covered. Its new fragrance, Rocky Mountain Wood, is packed full of all things manly. From the dark wooden bottle to the bold fragrance reminiscent of a hunky, Canadian lumberjack, Rocky Mountain Wood is perfect for any man in your life.
Dsquared2 Rocky Mountain Wood 100ml, Dhs 333; 50ml, Dhs250, available throughout GCC.
