Category Archive: Fashion

My Most Treasured Pieces of Jewelry 

The lovely people at invaluable.com got in touch with me for an interesting collaboration. ‘What are your most treasured pieces of jewelry?’ they asked, ‘what makes them so special? What is the story behind each piece?’

I am a jewelry hoarder. A total boho at heart, my collection mainly comprises of silver, lucky gemstones, chunky beads and quirky artifacts. If the house was on fire, I would have a tough time narrowing down on what to run out with. However, there are a few trinkets that have a sentimental hold on me, and I also happen to wear these pieces most often. This post gives you a brief glimpse into my treasure trunk.

my most treasured pieces of jewelry

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Mother’s Day: celebrating motherhood across the globe

Mother’s Day is fast approaching. Oh wait, it has already passed!

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This is the very first Mother’s Day card Farasha has made for me. Mummy treasure!

 

In the UAE and the neighboring GCC countries, Mother’s Day falls on 21st March but having been raised in New Zealand (where my mother resides!), my calendar always alerts me to the second Sunday of May.

This year, Mother’s Day in the West falls on 10th May (the second Sunday of May), and I thought it would be apt to dedicate a post to this special date.

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Lama Jouni: her fashion muses & wardrobe must-haves

I had the pleasure of attending Fashion Forward Season 5 this month, and on Sunday 12th April Lebanese born Lama Jouni debuted in the Dubai fashion scene with her Autumn-Winter 2015 collection.

Lama Jouni, the designer behind the brand.
Lama Jouni, the designer behind the brand.

I shared a few sneak peaks from her collection with you here, and in today’s post we talk to Lama herself; her enviably fashionable background, her passion for design, and her invaluable tips every woman should be aware of.

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Fashion Forward: Trend Setters & Catwalk Drama

fashion forward 2015What is Fashion Forward? Concluding it’s fifth season this year, Fashion Forward (or FFWD) is a platform for topnotch designers of the Middle East region to showcase their talent.

The catwalk was ablaze all weekend with show-stopping creations by the Middle East’s finest designers, many debuting for the first time round. Each lent a different element of drama to the show. From folklore and fairytales, to new-age symmetry and grunge, FFWD Season 5 was a feast for the eyes.

Amber Feroz - Presentation - Dubai FFWD April 2015

Below is a pictorial summary of some of the jaw-dropping catwalk creations seen at FFWD. All photography used in this post is courtesy Getty Images.

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Fashion Forward: Lama Jouni debuts AW2015

I had the pleasure of attending a number of shows at Fashion Forward (Season 5) these past few days, and will be sharing a few glimpses from the shows with you.

This Sunday 12th April, Lama Jouni debuted the Dubai fashion scene with her Autumn-Winter 2015 collection.

Lama Jouni, the designer behind the brand.
Lama Jouni, the designer behind the brand.
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Fashion Designer Isabelle Guillemot: On Deadly Companions & Fashion

Deadly Companions is a stylishly edgy fashion label from Australia.

Deadly Companions

It was created by Sydney design duo Isabelle Guillemot and Lucina Mason, and has been creating waves in the fashion world.

Lucida & Isabelle
Lucida & Isabelle

Isabelle was in Dubai a couple of weeks back, and I had the pleasure of having a chitchat with her. She shared her experiences as a designer, and listed invaluable fashion tips every girl should know. Read on for details.

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Al Ghurair Centre: Dub Fest 2015 #AGCDubFest

Al Ghurair Centre is a landmark in the UAE shopping scene. It was the very first mall in Dubai, built on an empty plot of land that is now the heart of a bustling Deira city, Dubai.

Over the years, Al Ghurair Centre has been overshadowed by the bigger, newer malls in its vicinity. However, in the recent past, Al Ghurair Centre has taken on a new persona with its tagline ‘Soul of the City’.

The mall went through a major reconstruction last year, with an expansion that brought in many new fashion labels, some debuting for the first time in the UAE market.

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Judith Hobby: On JHC & Everyday Fashion Tips

Remember me raving about my recent fashion splurge on Judith Hobby Clothing? Today we talk to the extraordinarily stylish woman behind the brand; Judith Hobby herself!

judith hobby
Judith Hobby shares her journey into the fashion scene, and gives us invaluable tips on dressing up.

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Sheila Fajl: Beautifully Eclectic Jewelry

Meet Sheila Fajl. Bold, beautiful and eclectic just like the gorgeous jewelry line named after her, Sheila’s statement pieces have been donned by celebrities on the red carpet as well as trendy fashionistas the world over who have a penchant for something out of the ordinary.

sheila fajl

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