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AUTUMN/WINTER 2012 

‘Flat styles such 

as ballet pumps or 

flip-flops offer the 

foot no support or 

cushioning, and 

are known to cause 

issues such as overpronation 

(rolling 

in of the ankle) and 

collapsed arches,’ 

says Dubai-based 

podiatrist Michelle 

Champlin. ‘When 

buying shoes, 

remember to look for 

three key areas: a 

good “heel counter” 

or a stiff heel back 

that holds your 

heel in the shoe; a 

“retaining medium”, 

which is a lace-up 

or Velcro strap that 

holds your foot into 

the shoe, such as on 

Mary-Jane styles; and 

finally, a roomy “toe 

box” which doesn’t 

squash your toes or 

taper in too severely. 

Every person’s 

feet are different – 

shop around for a 

comfortable style and 

try to get the most 

comfortable, healthy 

shoe within your 

budget. A reasonably 

priced sports shoe 

is better for your feet 

than an expensive 

designer stiletto.’ 

is divided into UVA and UVB – the former 

causes tanning and wrinkles, while the latter 

causes burning. Sun damage can be divided 

into two categories: acute and chronic. 

ACUTE Sunburn is an acute form of 

damage, and is an inflammatory reaction 

of the skin to UVB rays. It’s generally seen 

on lighter skins and is often a result of 

midday sun exposure. Symptoms include 

redness, rash and a burning or itching 

sensation that is sometimes accompanied 

by fever and headache. 

CHRONIC Repeated sun damage over 

many years causes changes in all layers 

of the skin, including blood vessels, collagen 

and elastin. Damage occurs due to UVA 

rays, and changes to the skin can include 

darkening, pigmented patches, a leathery 

appearance, lines, wrinkles, dilated blood 

vessels, age spots and skin cancers. 

The best prevention for both acute and 

chronic sun damage is to avoid sun 

exposure between 11am and 4pm. Always 

use sunscreen and reapply in the case of 

prolonged exposure. Also, use moisturiser 

to prevent a loss of moisture in the skin. 

every part of the body: the heart, liver, 

central nervous system – and the skin. 

Redness and flushing is commonly seen 

after intake, while some changes in 

the skin happen due to liver damage 

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following prolonged abuse. These are 

called spider angiomas: small vessels 

that radiate out from a central blood vessel. 

They are commonly seen on the face, 

neck, chest and abdomen. Limiting your 

drinking or avoiding it altogether is the 

best prevention, as is eating a well-balanced 

diet, consuming lots of water and taking 

regular exercise. 

EATING JUNK FOOD Sugary foods, 

sweet drinks and refined flour increase the 

blood sugar level, which in turn increases 

the insulin level, which causes a thickening 

of the skin and blockage of pores. It also 

increases androgens (male hormones) in 

the body, resulting in an increase in oil 

production – and hey presto! Acne. Fried 

snacks contain unhealthy fats, which release 

toxins in the body and result in premature 

ageing of the body and skin – too much meat 

and dairy can have a similar effect. Eat more 

whole grains, fruits instead of juice, brown 

bread instead of white, and cut down on 

sweets and oily foods. 

resulting dryness and dehydration of the 

skin is extremely common. Dehydrated 

skin looks parched and wrinkled, often 

accompanied by chapping of the lips and 

fissures in the soles of the feet. All of this 

can be prevented by drinking lots of 

water and using moisturisers according 

to skin type, as well as lip balms and thick 

moisturisers for the feet. 

resurface and smooth the skin, this targets 

blemishes, uneven skin tone and fine lines. 

Combats: Sun damage. 

Dhs610. SensAsia Urban Spas, various locations 

including Emirates Golf Club (04 417 9820). 

Also try: Elemis cellular recovery 

skin bliss capsules 

These capsules (pictured) contain moringa 

oil, said to have unique anti-ageing properties to 

renew skin elasticity. Anti-oxidants repair visible 

signs of ageing and counteract the effects of 

pollution by removing toxins from skin cells. 

Combats: overindulgence. 

Dhs523. Available at SensAsia Urban 

Spas (details as before). 

premature ageing, this 100 percent natural oil works for the 

face, body and even hair. It’s also extremely hydrating. 

Combats: Sun and A/C exposure. 

Dhs146. Available at Balance Wellness Club 

(04 384 7010). 

to repair free-radical damage caused by regular exposure 

to pollution and harsh weather. 

Combats: Sun damage and overindulgence. 

Dhs231. Available at Balance Wellness Club (04 384 7010). 

helps to protect skin from the ill effects of pollution, 

make-up, wind, UV radiation, heat, sun and snow 

burns. It can also be applied to minor rashes for 

a soothing, healing effect. 

Combats: Sun and A/C exposure. 

Dhs99. Available at pharmacies across the UAE. 

The best products and treatments to help 

men combat common Dubai problems 

and skin-friendly preservatives with a 

plant-based emulsion, making it suitable 

for all skin types. As well as being a 

moisturising, high-protection sunscreen, 

it’s also a great anti-oxidant. 

Combats: Sun damage. 

Dhs115. Available at Aesthetica Clinic, 

Jumeirah (04 342 8383). 

with 99 percent natural ingredients. 

It removes dead skin cells and is ideal 

for clearing out clogged pores. 

Combats: Overindulgence. 

Dhs70. Available at Debenhams, Mall 

of the Emirates (04 340 7575). 



orget your laptop – this season calls for something far noisier. 

We’re doing cartwheels over this vintage typewriter from new 

DIFC design store D.tales, which oozes retro style and charisma. 

This little guy hails from the ’50s and has been completely restored 

inside and out, then spruced up with custom chrome paint. He’s not 

just easy on the eye, either – the limited-edition typewriter is supplied in full 

working order, with an extra set of ink ribbons. This classic style will suit any 

home, but to create an extra talking point it also comes in other retro colours 

such as orange, pink, red, purple and yellow. An essential item for those 

who wish they worked in the world of Mad Men. From Dhs2,699. D.tales, 

Building 2, The Balcony, DIFC, www.design-tales.com (04 370 0520). 



Beyond the iconic gatehouse tower of Dubai’s financial 

district lies a multitude of buildings, housing a multitude 

of options for design know-it-alls. Whether you walk 

the corridors of DIFC’s ground-floor Marble Walk, the 

second-floor Balcony or the pedestrian-friendly Gate 

Village, there’s plenty to divert and delight. From 

collectible watches to award-winning restaurants 

and local art, here are the hotspots to hunt out. 

La Petite Mason 

This award-winning 

restaurant serves 

excellently executed 

brasserie fare, focusing 

on Mediterraneaninfused 

cooking from the 

Niçoise region of France. 

(04 439 0505). 

Andrew Martin 

A hodge-podge of 

homewares old and new, 

sleek and modern, each 

sitting happily together. 

Browse this grotto for 

original designs from 

Andrew Martin, the man 

behind the brand, or for 

one-off vintage finds. 

(04 323 1388). 




SPRING/SUMMER 2012 

Style. 

BOHEMIAN THOBE 

Gaucho 

Founded in London, this stylish 

Argentinian steakhouse is decked 

out in cow-hide and glass, offering 

an extensive selection of meat 

cuts, plus other specialities from 

South America. (04 422 7898). 

by Kuwaitis and 

is referred to as 

‘The Balance’. It is 

worn by taking the 

ghutrah (scarf) at 

symmetrical lengths 

and throwing the 

ends over the head. 

The black band 

holding the scarf 

in place is known 

as the ‘egal’. 

First, there’s a common misconception 

that Middle Eastern men’s traditional 

attire is dictated by religion. ‘Khanduras 

or dishdashas are not worn by Arabic men 

for religious reasons, but simply through 

tradition,’ explains Moaz Khan of Dubai’s 

Eton Institute. Second, the term ‘dishdasha’ 

is a little misleading. According to Saudi 

RIRA Gallery 

This art space focuses on 

artists from around the 

Middle East. The gallery 

is almost as intriguing 

as the exhibits, with 

design features such as 

a suspended wall. 

(04 369 9339). 

CLASSIC KHANDURA 

The patterns, styles and terminology that define this 

essential component of Middle Eastern men’s fashion 

from other GCC 

citizens in that they 

wear a mussar, 

effectively a 

skull-cap. This is 

not to be confused 

with the kufeya, 

a white cotton hat 

worn under the 

ghutrah to prevent 

it from slipping 

off the head. 

designer Hatem Alakeel, dishdasha is the 

name attributed to the Kuwaiti national dress. 

‘These usually have a structured double 

collar and are similar to Bahraini khanduras 

[which also have a collar],’ he explains. 

The Qatari khandura has collars and cuffs, 

while the Omani khandura, also called the 

‘Arabi khandura’, doesn’t have either, but can 

be identified by the small tassel falling from 

the neck and the embroidery on the sleeves 

and neck. Similarly, the Emirati khandura is 

also collarless and generally loose-fitting. 

Christie’s 

Many millions of dirhams exchange 

hands at the Dubai hub of this 

internationally renowned auction 

house, with buyers scrapping over 

the world’s finest art, sculpture and 

jewels. (04 425 5647). 

straightforward 

look is referred to 

as the ‘butterfly’: 

it’s practical and 

comfortable. The 

style is favoured 

by Bahrainis but, 

like all headscarf 

styles, can be 

adopted by any 

GCC citizen as a 

matter of choice. 

PROFESSIONAL THOBE TREND DISHDASHA CLASSIC THOBE 

But it’s the popularity of the Saudi Arabian gentlemen] also depends on what collection and architecture’ as his inspirations, but 

thobe, a sleeker, more fitted garment, that you’re wearing. For example, I make thobes ultimately he believes his innovative take 

has spread across the GCC and become the in black and dark blue.’ 

on traditional attire encapsulates the 

garment of choice for many discerning local Hatem’s label, Toby, is sold in Saks mindset of the modern Middle Eastern 

gentlemen in the region. ‘Especially in Saudi, Fifth Avenue in BurJuman and Galeries gentlemen – pushing boundaries and 

it’s no longer acceptable [in some circles] to Lafayette in The Dubai Mall. It offers both expressing themselves through what they 

have a regular thobe,’ continues Hatem. ‘You traditional and more contemporary lines, wear and how they look. 

need to have a designer thobe with specific with designs varying from opulent emerald ‘The Middle Eastern man is progressive, 

colours and fabrics. Darker coloured thobes, high-collared thobes and body-hugging stylish, not afraid to move forward, yet 

such as blue and brown, are generally worn numbers complete with pocket squares, always holds true to his culture and tradition,’ 

in winter and made from heavier fabrics. to more innovative half thobe, half trouser concludes Hatem. 

The colour [for more fashionable Arab suits. Hatem cites ‘music, art, family 

See Hatem’s designs at www.urtoby.com. 

Caramel 

This lounge/bar/restaurant setup 

boasts sleek yet inviting decor. 

The sophisticated ambience, 

combined with decent food and 

beverage options, attracts a wellheeled 

crowd. (04 425 6677). 

D.tales of Scandinavia 

Showcasing contemporary 

design, the store covers quirky 

gadgets and super-sleek 

home accessories; all fun, 

stylish yet functional objects. 

(04 330 6899). 

Cuadro Fine Art Gallery 

The gallery houses contemporary 

fine art from around the world. 

Each exhibition is paired with 

an in-house programme of 

lectures, workshops and panel 

discussions. (04 425 0400). 

a slang term for 

a popular style 

in which either 

side of the 

headdress is 

pushed back 

over the back of 

the head, making 

the scarf look like 

said snake. This 

style is favoured 

by Qataris. 

and more 

Emiratis are 

favouring the 

red-and-white 

shemagh, they 

traditionally wear 

a ghutrah with 

different shades 

of white, in the 

same pattern 

as the Saudi 

shemagh. 

Momentum 

A watch store like no other, 

the layout is clean and 

enticing, and more like 

a museum than a shop. 

Momentum specialises in 

vintage, collectible watches. 

(04 327 4320). 

originally from 

Riyadh and 

was traditionally 

worn by Bedouin 

tribes. It’s 

now starting 

to make a 

comeback, 

putting the 

regular white 

ghutrah in the 

back seat. 


SPRING/SUMMER 2012 

The Ritz-Carlton 

Spa, DIFC 

The sleek-looking 

Balinese-inspired 

spa offers holistic 

treatments for 

body and face 

using Natura Bissé 

and Ila products. 

Treatments here 

are also fairly 

affordable. 

(04 372 2777). 

The Cobbler 

Selling handsome 

and handmade 

men’s shoes, 

customers can 

chose between 

ready-to-wear 

options made 

in England or 

a bespoke pair 

made in store. 

Shoe Shine Com 

will even pick up 

and deliver your 

freshly polished 

shoes to your door. 

(04 386 3490). 

About Time Out Style 

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Out network – and it’s coming to 

Dubai first. Confident, creative, 

inclusive and inspiring, Time Out 

Style is a unisex, enthusiastic 

exploration into the unique and ever 

changing face of Dubai’s style and 

shopping culture, from architecture 

to interiors, boutique shops to 

malls, designers to DJs. Coinciding 

with the Spring / Summer and 

Autumn / Winter collections, this 

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MEN 

One of a kind 

lad in WWII fighter goggles, wrapped in a vintage leather 

jacket, and bombing down desert roads at barely legal 

speeds behind the wheel of a crimson 1920s hot rod, 

CGaurav Dhar cuts a striking – and stylish – figure. 

‘I call her The Red Baron, because people think she’s slow,’ laughs the 

30-year-old collector. ‘But you should see their faces when I overtake 

them.’ The Baron is truly unique, a reconstructed amalgamation of 

parts from different eras, and is said to be the only open-engine car 

Engine 

The car’s centrepiece 

is the exposed engine, 

a huge, chugging, 

smoke-billowing Corvette 

monster that dates 

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1. Ted Baker, Dhs345 at The Dubai Mall (04 434 0623). 2. Roberto Fabiano, Dhs1,250 at Galeries Lafayette, The Dubai Mall (04 339 9933) 3. French Sole, 

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ARE FLATS 

BAD FOR YOU? 

Meet Gaurav Dhar and his unmissable 

1920s hot rod, The Red Baron 

in the UAE. ‘I had this car in my mind for two years,’ says Gaurav. 

‘I grew up in Dubai, where you see Lamborghinis and Porsches 

everywhere – it’s boring. I wanted to do something different.’ 

Yet he’s quick to stress this is no ‘trailer queen’ – he takes 

The Red Baron out nearly every day, and has clocked up more 

than 16,000km since shipping the vintage vehicle from the US two 

years ago. ‘This is the most driven hot rod in the world,’ he adds 

with a grin, ‘and she’s tuned to perfection.’ 

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Style. 

GROOMING 

What is 

Dubai doing 

to your skin? 

Learn how sun, heat, overindulgence and 

A/C are wreaking havoc with your complexion, 

and how to fix it before it’s too late 

Sun exposure 

Ultraviolet radiation (UVR) from the sun 

Overindulgence 

DRINKING Drinking in excess affects 

Air conditioning 

In this country we use the A/C 24-7, so the 

Words Holly Sands 

SAVE YOUR SKIN 

ELEMIS TRI-ENZYME 

RESURFACING FACIAL 

An anti-ageing facial that claims to instantly 

LE SENS DE MARRAKECH COSMETIC ARGAN OIL 

Rich in fatty acids such as linoleique, which protect against 

ILA BEYOND ORGANIC NIGHT CREAM 

A rapidly-absorbed anti-oxidant cream, this product aims 

HERBLINE ESSENTIALS SKIN 

PROTECTION AND HEALING CREAM 

A completely natural product with SPF15, this cream 

Interior The car’s interior is littered with quirky customisations, such as 

a handcrafted wooden steering wheel, dials made from authentic 

Las Vegas dice, and a skull-and-crossbones gearstick (‘you can use it as 

a walking stick!’). But the radio is missing. ‘I just listen to the engine – 

that’s good enough for me,’ says Gaurav. 

NIMUE SUN-C SPF40 

This lightweight cream uses environment- 

UNE RADIANCE RENEW 

NIGHT AND DAY 

This three-in-one cleansing gel is made 

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Style. 

MEN 

DANIEL 

CRAIGThe 

TIME OUT 

STYLE 

BOND IS BACK. 

So what can the English actor tell us about it? 

Style speaks to the man who rebooted a 

British acting – and fashion – institution 

D 

aniel Craig has come a long way 

since playing an executed Jesuit 

priest in 1998 costume drama 

Elizabeth. Even further from a bit 

part in UK TV series Zorro. And he probably 

wouldn’t want us to mention his days in 

Yorkshire-set police drama Heartbeat… 

So instead we’ll skip to 2006, the year the 

Chester-born, London-educated, then-38- 

year-old actor permanently imprinted himself 

on everyone’s consciousness as James Bond 

in the 21st of the series, Casino Royale. 

Traditionalists weren’t immediately sold 

on his ripped and recharged portrayal. He 

was the first blond 007. He was more violent 

than previous Bonds, playing a grittier, 

more well-built, version. Yet the industry 

backed him, with four previous Bond actors 

speaking out to support the casting. Roger 

Moore even recently went as far as to cry that 

Craig is the ‘best Bond ever.’ 

But Craig is more than the torch-carrier 

of an English acting tradition (or even a 

chauffeur for Queen Elizabeth II, as we 

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Interview Alexi Duggins. Additional reporting Becky Lucas. Photography Getty Immages 

Style. 

UPFRONT 

We love... 

…Dubai’s old-school 

answer to the iPad 

F 

saw at the recent Olympics). He’s a style 

icon in his own right, his rugged, smartcasual 

look analysed – and imitated – in 

every respectable men’s magazine. Last 

year he took on what could become another 

multi-movie role, bringing wily journalist 

Mikael Blomkvist to life in David Fincher’s 

adaptation of Stieg Larsson’s literary 

smash, The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo. 

‘I’M IN EVERY 

SCENE, SO IT’S 

HARD TO TAKE 

A BACK SEAT’ 

Yet after committing to playing Bond in at 

least two more films, and with his third Bond 

title set to be released in the UAE first, on 

October 25, all we want to talk to him about is 

Skyfall. And we don’t think he minds at all. 

Style. 

UPFRONT 

interview 

What sort of place is Bond at 

psychologically in Skyfall? 

He’s in a good place at the start, but he ends up 

getting into hot water. I have MEN to be a bit tightlipped, 

I’m afraid. But we’ve tried to make the 

story as rich as possible, so he’s in a number 

of states, some happy, some sad. It comes 

down to his interactions with characters. So 

where Javier [Bardem], the bad guy, takes us 

at certain points, it’s his movie. He’s driving it, 

and it’s about how Bond deals with that. 

Does Bond take a back seat? 

No! I knew I’d have to take that back. I’m in 

every scene so it’s hard for me to take a back 

seat. What I meant is that having actors 

as good as we have in the film, inevitably 

they’re going to be kind of a huge part of the 

movie. For me that’s a great relief. 

The Bond franchise has been going for 

decades: to keep it interesting you 

have to keep reinvigorating the story. 

What’s the approach this time? 

To do the best we could. I know that sounds 

like a glib way of putting it, but it’s the truth. 

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KUWAIT 

This style is favoured 

The 

modern 

Middle 

Eastern 

man 

There’s more 

to Middle Eastern 

dressing than meets 

the eye. Style takes 

a look at the innovative 

new creations of Saudi 

designer Hatem Alakeel 

o the untrained eye, 

regional men’s fashion – the 

‘dishdasha’ – is pretty limited. 

But, as with so many facets of 

Tlocal culture, dig a little deeper 

and you’ll discover there’s more to traditional 

menswear than you might expect. 

OMAN 

Omanis differ 

Discovering DIFC 

We check out the highlights of this super-stylish district 

BAHRAIN 

This simple, 

Words Oliver Robinson. Photography Juliet Dunne 

QATAR 

‘Going cobra’ is 

UAE 

Though more 

KSA 

This style is 

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Words: Oliver Robinson. Images: Juliet Dunne 

llustrations: Liz Ramos-Prado. 

Body 

The chassis is the 

oldest part of the 

car, dating back 

to 1927. It’s been 

added to a 1932 

Ford body, the 

parts assembled 

by one American 

man between 

1987 and 1992. 

Gaurav is only the 

car’s third owner. 

Number plate 

Any cool car needs a cool personalised 

number plate: Gaurav has kept it simple and 

subtle with just three short digits. And their 

meaning? His old school ID number. 

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CUSTOMISED RIDES 

Gaurav is one of the founders of the Rolling Art Emporium, a group of car 

connoisseurs who trade and customise quirky retro cars. To get started 

on a collection or soup up your ride, see www.rollingartemporium.com. 

ALSO SPOTTED A notorious classic car swat, Gaurav has spotted these other cool rides around town 

Rolls Royce Phantom II 

Lamborghini LM002 

Batmobile 

‘Dating back to the 1930s, this is the ‘A crazy 1970s 4x4, the same as the ‘I’m not joking – there’s a guy in Dubai 

oldest car I’ve ever seen in Dubai.’ one Colonel Gaddafi used to drive.’ who bought a proper Batmobile.’ 

Words Jenny Hewett. Photography Lester Ali 

Words Rob Garratt. Photography Mosh Lafuente 

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Words Penelope Walsh. Illustration Anas Awad 

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Time Out Style: An Overview 

Style. 

INTERIORS 

Anatomy of 

a workspace 

An inside look at the desks, 

studios, offices and minds 

of three of the city’s most 

prominent creatives 

Ramin 

Salsali 

Age: 48 

Nationality: Iranian-German 

Job: Founder of the Salsali Private 

Museum and the Patron for the Arts 

How important is the layout of 

your workspace? Very important! 

Wellbeing during working hours is 

essential for productivity. The starting 

point is to design the office functionally, 

yet personally. My advice is to never 

follow the standard layout. It must be as 

individual as possible. 

What must-have components feature 

in your workspace? For me, the 

element of design is the key reason why 

I choose a product. Maybe it’s because 

of my background, because I study 

industrial design. A product must 

combine the function and design – then 

it is a piece of art. Like the pencils of 

Faber-Castel or Mojo of Japan. 

Aside from equipment, what other 

items do you need to help you 

maintain productivity and creativity? 

I like artwork and designed objects, 

such as vintage furniture. I don’t like 

flowers or plants as permanent objects 

in my workspace. 

Does your professional personality 

differ from your social personality? 

No. But I know people who [like to] have 

this division, and they surprise me when 

I visit their homes, which are completely 

different in concept to their workspace. 

Compiled by Oliver Robinson. Photography Juliet Dunne 

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67 

Style. 

UPFRONT 

Six stylish 

Dubai 

members’ 

clubs 

As a much-hyped exclusive 

members-only hangout opens 

in Dubai this autumn, Style 

finds out more, and rounds up 

some other elite clubs 

THE NEW ONE: VILLA ROMANA 

The likes of George Clooney and Penélope Cruz have been spotted 

hanging out at Saint Tropez’s renowned Villa Romana – and 

now the exclusive brand is coming to Dubai. It’s the brainchild of 

entrepreneur Jean-Luc Fournier, who aimed to bring the flavours of 

his Italian homeland to the clientele of the Côte d’Azur. The outdoor 

venue’s unique charm was created by mixing the traditional decor 

and relaxed charms of a pizzeria with a dash of elegance and a 

fleet of fibre-optic fireflies, topped off with live DJs, fancy fashion 

shows and exclusive parties. In Dubai the club is set to open towards 

the end of October at Grosvenor House, taking up the wide berth 

of beach behind XL Beach Club. Precious few details (or photos) 

were available as we went to press, but we’ve been told to expect 

something pretty special. www.villa-romana.com. 

DUBAI MARINA YACHT CLUB 

It’s no secret that boats are something of a status symbol in Dubai, 

and every captain needs a place to dock. Dubai Marina Yacht Club 

charges for membership according to the size of your vessel, with 

berthing fees for an 8m vessel starting at Dhs20,000 a year. But as with 

most elitist hobbies, it’s not all about time on the high seas: the club 

offers plenty of private areas in which to mingle, including a library, 

cigar lounge, a private bar and terrace and a conference lounge. 

Members are also invited to special conferences, talks and even 

group trips out of the emirate. www.dubaimarinayachtclub.com. 

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CAPITOL CLUB 

For DIFC’s high-flying business types, The Capitol Club offers both 

a networking hotspot and an exclusive social hangout. Membership 

is strictly by invitation only, and no prices were quoted to Style. 

Instead, potential candidates are offered a tour to see if they fit the 

bill and ‘an agreement can be reached’. So far, more than 1,500 people 

have made the grade since the club opened on the top floor of Gate 

Village building 3 in 2008. Members benefit from spacious lounges, 

meeting rooms and dining options, as well as invites to a range of 

exclusive events and forums. www.capitalclubdubai.com. 

THE QUAY 

HEALTHCLUB 

Among Dubai’s numerous health 

clubs, The Quay remains one of 

the most exclusive, with just 319 

members at last count. A single 

annual membership to both 

the beach and health club costs 

Dhs24,000, while it’s Dhs15,000 

a year just for beach access 

(there are discounts for couples, 

families and concessions). 

What do you get for the former? 

As well as standard facilities – 

25m pool, aerobics studio, 

squash courts, weight and 

training rooms – there’s the 

High Altitude Suite, which can 

simulate being at a height of 

4,500m, and a climbing wall. But 

it’s the location – overlooking 

Madinat Jumeirah’s waterways – 

that some deem worth the ticket. 

www.jumeirah.com. 

BLUE MARLIN 

IBIZA 

Weeks after it opened with 

Words: Rob Garratt 

a typical display of gusto 

back in March, renowned 

Ibiza export Blue Marlin 

quickly became known as the 

exclusive-minded clubbers’ 

hangout of choice. Despite a 

members-only door policy, 

a generous allowance of 

guests for every paid-up 

member ensures the mood is 

more nightclub than health 

club. But don’t mistake this 

for an open-door policy – one 

can only become a member 

with a valid referral, and the 

club refused to share the price 

list with Style. A 30-minute 

drive out of Dubai, the club 

is located on the beach of 

Ghantoot’s Al Jazira Island 

Hotel. Membership also 

includes access to the pool, 

shisha lounge, kids’ play 

area and restaurant. 

www.bluemarlinibiza.com. 

THREE CLUBS WE CAN ALL JOIN 

Emirates Photography Club TGIS Toastmasters 

A club of more than 400 ‘bewildered 

photographers’ and enthusiasts. 

www.meetup.com/EmiratesPhotoClub. 

A group that gathers to practise 

public speaking. 

www.meetup.com/TGIS-Toastmasters. 

WORLD TRADE CLUB 

The World Trade Club was opened 

by HH Sheikh Hamdan Bin Rashid 

Al Maktoum, deputy ruler of Dubai, in 

1989 to celebrate the tenth anniversary 

of the World Trade Centre – this was 

the first skyscraper on Sheikh Zayed 

Road, and for many years the emirate’s 

tallest building. The desert around 

the tower may have sprouted glitzier 

structures since then, but from its 

location on the 33rd floor of the 39-storey 

building the World Trade Club still 

offers an incredible panorama, while 

the club’s historical clout ensures its 

members’ list boasts names from Dubai’s 

most important business, political and 

social circles. Personal residents’ 

membership costs Dhs3,500 a year, 

plus a one-off joining fee of Dhs4,000, 

and includes free booking of the club’s 

range of vibrantly decorated meeting 

rooms. Earlier this year the club’s 

Seven Sands restaurant began taking 

bookings from non-members, so for the 

first time it’s possible for the rest of us 

to step back in time, soak up the view 

and mingle with the high and mighty. 

www.dwtc.com. 

The Dubai Writers’ Group 

A chance for would-be scribes to 

share work and hear from the pros. 

www.meetup.com/dubaiwriters. 

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60 30 

UPFRONT 

9 Editor’s letter 

13 We love this: the latest Dubai ‘it’ buy 

14 Matthew Williamson on the UAE 

16 The city’s stylish members’ clubs 

19 Autumn style pins: our fashion picks 

21 The hottest venues in DIFC 

67 Style. 

Guestlist 

Meet the people who 

helped to make this 

magazine happen... 

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WOMEN MEN 

22 Donatella Versace interview 

42 Daniel Craig on Bond and beyond 

25 Catwalk trends spotted on Dubai’s streets 48 A glimpse inside one man’s classic car 

29 The lowdown on UAE dress codes 50 The coolest clothes for the gym 

30 Hot heels that turn heads, not ankles 53 Try these seasonal suits with flair 

32 Autumn’s stylish pumps and flats 59 How to be a gentleman in the UAE 

BEAUTY GROOMING 

34 The season’s top hair styles 

60 What is Dubai doing to your skin? 

38 Dazzling eyelashes to pep up your peepers 63 New aftershaves for autumn 

39 Eco-friendly beauty products 

64 Sports massage to try at home 

40 Perfumes for every occasion 

Isidora Bojovic 

28, SERBIAN, 

PHOTOGRAPHER 

Career highlights so far: 

Photographing Quincy 

Jones and Michio Kaku – 

both legends. 

Best piece of advice for 

life: ‘Nothing happens 

unless fi rst we dream.’ 

Carl Sandburg. 

A style tip for readers: 

Never try too hard. 

Three things you love: 

Art concepts, road cycling 

and science fi ction. 

INTERIORS 

66 UAE creatives show us their workspaces 

72 Top vintage products for your home 

73 The essential new coffee-table reads 

TRAVEL 

74 Five hip GCC hotels you must visit 

76 Our pick of autumn’s chic luggage 

Dina Yassin 

35, AMERICAN, 

FASHION STYLIST 

Career highlights so far: 

Shooting with Guy Aroch. 

Best bit of advice for life: 

Live it to the fullest – 

it’s only short! 


Go with what you feel 

comfortable in, and not what 

everyone else is wearing. 

It’s about what you like. 


Music, the people in my 

life and the ocean. 

ADDRESS BOOK 

80 Markets and malls 

82 Unisex 

88 Women 

93 Men 

95 Interiors 

98 Beauty and grooming 

102 Gadgets 

AND FINALLY... 

104 Our stylish to-do list 

Alexandrov 

Adrian 

25, ROMANIAN, 

MODEL 

Advice for life: Live 

for now and enjoy 

the moment – don’t 

worry about looking 

back to the past or 

ahead to the future. 


Aim to look amazing 

all the time. 


Nature, music and 

also sports. 

Snap Shot 

(front section) 

A mixture of ‘wow factor’ pictures, opinion 

and advice from renowned columnists and 

fashion bloggers; must own purchases 

and interviews with celebrity designers. 

From Cars, cufflinks, lipstick, cameras, 

surfboards, swimming pools, sunglasses, 

handbags, briefcases, designers, 

buildings, shoes, if it’s being talked about, 

it has a home in Style. 

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a division of ITP Publishing Group Ltd. 

Registered in the BVI. 

Company number 140 2846. 

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Women and 

Men’s section 

A comprehensive look into all that 

dictates the creative world of fashion, 

both in Dubai, and influences from 

abroad. Emerging trends will be 

identified, future trends pondered and 

the people responsible for them – DJ’s 

to designers to architects – tasked with 

bringing their vision to the pages of Time 

Out. Boutique shops, mega malls and 

and catwalk trends will also feature 

Style. 

WOMEN 

PEPLUM 

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SEHER FAROOQ 

drinks with friends at Caramel 

29, BRITISH/PAKISTANI, PR and on to Movida Dubai for 

MANAGER AND BLOGGER, dancing until dawn. 

SPOTTED AT RIVA BEACH Other favourite autumn/ 

CLUB, PALM JUMEIRAH winter 2012 trends? 

What autumn/winter 2012 I absolutely adore the military 

trend are you wearing? theme and the velvet trend. 

I’m rocking the peplum I also like the ‘golden child’ 

trend. This dress is by DKNY trend, which is rich with 

and is available online at sequins and a glittered sheen. 

my-wardrobe.com. 

It’s perfect for the glamorous 

How have you made it yours? lifestyle of Dubai. 

I’ve personalised the trend Favourite Dubai boutique? 

with accessories. I paired the West LA Boutique at Sunset 

dress with a clutch by AILA Mall in Jumeirah. 

from my-wardrobe.com, nude What’s your top Dubai 

pumps from Steve Madden shopping tip? 

and statement rings from The Style Outlet at JBR is a 

NimNim Boutique and secret treasure trove full of 

Kenneth Jay Lane. amazing designer pieces at 

Where’s the best discounted prices, so if you 

place to wear this like rummaging for a bargain, 

trend in Dubai? this is the place to head to. 

This trend is ideal 

for day and can be 

carried through into 

the evening. It’s 

A/W 2012 

excellent for 

running from 

TREND 

meeting to 

meeting in 

Media City, WATCH 

then for 

dinner and 

Christian 

Dior 

Elie Saab 

Interview Jenny Hewett. Photography Lester Ali, Getty Images 

LEILA NAJJAR 

24, DUTCH/PALESTINIAN, 

PR EXECUTIVE, SPOTTED 

IN JUMEIRAH 

What autumn/winter 

trend are you wearing? 

The military trend is back 

and more fashionable 

than ever this autumn. I’m 

wearing a camouflage jacket 

from Zara. 

How have you made the 

trend yours? 

I’ve made this trend my 

own by combining the 

camouflage jacket with a 

more feminine bottom half. 

Although I like the tough 

look of the jacket, I still like 

to feel feminine in what I 

wear. I’ve paired the jacket 

with an Acne shirt, a flowing 

skirt from Monki, heels from 

Zara and a Zara bag. 

Where’s the best place to 

wear this trend in Dubai? 

This is more of a daytime/ 

street look. Wear it to 

Interview Jenny Hewett. Photography Isidora Bojovic, Getty Images 

Chanel 

Gucci 

lunch with friends or for 

an afternoon of shopping 

in the mall, where you can 

definitely use a jacket. 

Other favourite autumn/ 

winter 2012 trends? 

All things leather, baroque 

and the demure drop-waist 

and flippy-hem dresses. 

Favourite Dubai boutique? 

One of my favourite Dubai 

boutiques is S*uce. It 

always has fun and quirky 

accessories that you can’t 

find anywhere else in Dubai. 

What’s your top Dubai 

shopping tip? 

When in doubt, don’t buy 

it. You will probably never 

wear it. 

A/W 2012 

TREND 

WATCH 

Style. 

WOMEN 

MILITARY 

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Style. 

INTERIORS 

68 



Kamal 

Musallam 

Age: 42 

Nationality: Jordanian 

Job: Musician and producer 

How does your workspace represent 

your personality? My workspace is 

basically my brain outside… so what you 

see out there physically represents what’s 

inside my mind. I mean, my thoughts have 

made that space, right? The placement of 

things, the space, volume and even colour 

distribution… I know for a fact that the 

moment I feel stressed about something, 

the first thing I do is look around me and 

start searching for that [negative] corner 

that is causing stress. I fix it and my 

stress usually disappears. 

Aside from equipment, what other 

items do you need to help you 

maintain productivity/creativity? 

I need YouTube on my computer. 

If I’m in business mode, then a few CDs 

should be playing – most of the time 

it’s George Benson or Pat Metheny. 

If I’m working at night, then a dynamic 

but gentle side light is essential to 

keep me on my toes. 

Does your professional personality 

differ from your social personality? 

Yes it does. I’m generally tougher when 

it comes to business. In social situations, 

it’s all about my human interaction 

with others, understanding them, 

accommodating, absorbing, listening, 

laughing, joking, having fun, playing, or 

basically just doing nothing sometimes – 

enjoying full laziness mode! 

Compiled by Oliver Robinson. Photography Isidora Bojovic 

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Interiors 

and Exteriors 

Dubai is as famous for its 

skyline as it is restaurants and 

malls. Exploring the fittings and 

furniture that transform glass and 

steel into enviable working and 

residential environments, this 

section is dedicated to showcasing 

the exterior and interior of the 

city, covering impossibly cool 

architecture – the twisty building 

at the Marina- to trends within the 

home such as the rise in 

animal prints 

Beauty and 

Grooming 

Still the fastest growing industry 

in men’s fashion, grooming has 

a natural place in TOS, mixing 

quality products with expert 

advice. This approach is also 

perfect with the beauty section, 

combining spa and beauty 

treatments with ‘what to buy’ 

questions with the expert advice 

on ‘how to use it’. 

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Style. 

BEAUTY 

Dubai’s hot 

hairstyles 

Make sure your locks don’t let you down this 

season. Holly Sands gets the lowdown from 

three of the city’s savviest stylists 

THE OMBRÉ BOB 

‘I wanted to create a geometric 

shape with a clean, blunt baseline, 

keeping the graduation and layers 

long to create a bolder profile. 

The fringe is the focal point: 

the blunt, wide cut serves to 

frame the face, and the result 

is a strong, young look. The 

ombré colouring technique 

(graduation from darker roots to 

lighter ends) is striking, but at the same time 

gives the hair a natural feel. I achieved this 

look by using a darker colour at the roots to 

give the hair more depth, then putting a few 

lighter pieces towards the front for texture 

and movement. I love doing this retro-inspired 

style, and a bob can always be cut and 

coloured to keep up with the latest hair trends.’ 

Chill Salon, Loft Offi ce 1, Dubai Media City 

(04 447 1807). 

THE FRINGE 

‘Now that we’re heading into autumn and winter, the 

highlights look is gone, and bright, bold colours are 

making a big comeback. Women are also going for a 

more natural skin tone and embracing the porcelain 

look – copper and red tones complement this really 

well. My model, Barbarann, is a natural redhead, 

and I enhanced this with a deep copper. A fringe 

automatically gives a strong focal point to a haircut. 

Even when you’re having a lazy 

day, fringes will give you an 

edgy look: they’re versatile 

and can be swept to the 

side. Wear your fringe 

blunt – a look that can be 

worn sleek and elegant 

or rock-chic, depending 

on where you’re going.’ 

Ted Morgan, Al Nafura 

Clubhouse, Shoreline 

Apartments, Palm 

Jumeirah (04 430 8190). 

Compiled by Holly Sands. Photography Juliet Dunne, ne, Murrindie Frew, Isidora Bojovic 

THE BALAYAGE TECHNIQUE 

‘Balayage is the salon name for the 

professional technique used to create a 

natural dark-to-light effect. Some people 

might feel it has gone out of fashion, but in 

my opinion it came, stayed and is still bang 

on trend. I love the fact that this look is very 

versatile – it can be done very subtly or with 

more intensity, allowing the result to 

be tailored to the client’s wishes. 

Balayage doesn’t just look 

good on blonde hair – it’s 

also a fantastic way to 

add interest to brunette 

and red hair too. 

With this technique, 

you can also put in 

lowlights, or alternate 

with highlights and 

lowlights.’ Pastels 

Salon, The Ritz-Carlton 

Dubai, JBR (04 399 5016). 

PERFECT THE ART OF HAIRDRESSER CHAT 

Pastels Salon’s Vesna Ivetic shares her top conversational topics 

Holidays ‘People in Dubai travel a lot so vacations are always a popular 

1topic of conversation, and a great way to find out about cool destinations.’ 

Celebrity hair ‘Start a conversation with your stylist about which celebrity 

2looks you most aspire to. This will give them a great idea of the overall 

image you’re looking for.’ 

Dubai ‘Residents love to talk about their adopted city: what they love, what 

3bugs them, and also what they miss – if anything – about their home country.’ 

CATWALK CUTS 

Which hairstyles did 

the designers pair 

with this season’s 

fashion trends? 

The 

au-naturel 

Luxury French 

brand Balmain 

stands with 

Burberry, Lanvin 

and Chloé in 

opting for lowmaintenance 

chic. This should 

ensure it’s far 

quicker to style 

your hair for a 

night out, but pure bed-head is not the look 

you should be aiming for. 

The fringe 

This sleek look 

with heavily 

graduated 

fringe, as seen 

at Marni, is 

stylish and 

smart, but 

will require 

commitment in 

the mornings, 

not to mention 

regular trims to 

keep the fringe tidy and ensure it doesn’t 

hang in your eyes. 

The side sweep 

Donatella Versace’s models mainly rocked 

the ubiquitous side-fringe, with long, 

gently waved glossy locks in block colours. 

Invest in a pair of tongs to style the front 

section, and plenty of serum to keep the 

whole thing looking sleek. 

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Style. 

BEAUTY 

Lashings 

of lashes 

Whether you’re aiming for flirty or fashion 

icon, applying a pair of fake eyelashes 

can dramatically alter your look 

Rock chic 

This tightly-packed 

set will have you 

looking fierce with 

a flash of blue. 

Dhs75. Illamasqua, 

Harvey Nichols, Mall 

of the Emirates 

(04 409 8888). 

GETTING 

YOURS 

TO STICK 

38 


Stage 

These impressively 

detailed, spindly 

lashes will make you 

the talking point of 

the night – perhaps 

best kept for fancy 

dress soirees. 

Dhs110. llamasqua, 

Harvey Nichols, Mall 

of the Emirates 

(04 409 8888). 

Check the size. If the lashes 

1are too wide for your eyelid, 

trim them before applying. Make 

sure you trim from the outer sides 

of each piece, rather than from 

the corners closest to your nose. 

Drop a little glue on either 

2end of each lash strip and 

spread gently across the thin, 

black line that will stick above 

your own lashes. Be sparing with 

the glue to avoid clogging. 

Spider 

An alternative if 

you’re not keen 

on fiddling with 

glue, this new 

mascara set 

adds fibres to 

your lashes with 

one wand, which 

you can then 

coat with a jetblack 

mascara 

from the other 

wand for striking 

lashes on the go. 

Dhs190. 

Available at 

www.fibrelash 

me.com. 

Fluttery 

Natural yet unmissable, this impressively 

flirty pair is our favourite. 

Dhs49. Mikyajy, various locations including 

Mall of the Emirates (04 341 4277). 

Twiggy 

Channel the ’60s style icon in you with 

these retro stick-ons. 

Dhs49. Mikyajy, various locations including 

Mall of the Emirates (04 341 4277). 

Carefully apply the lashes 

3to your lids from the inner 

corners outwards, dabbing gently 

until they’re firmly attached. Look 

after them well and you could get 

up to five uses out of each. 

Words xHolly Sands. Photography Efraim Evidor 

Eco-friendly 

beauty 

The new-season products 

that suit you and your values 

Compiled by: Holly Sands. Image: Lester Ali. Rabbit supplied by Poshpaws Animal Sanctuary & Petting Farm 

Choosing environmentally friendly products is a great 

way to look after your skin: after all, the chemicals used 

in some less-salubrious products can do more harm 

than good. It’s also a way of letting brands know that 

harming animals and using unsustainable products and 

non-recyclable packaging just isn’t going to cut it any 

more. We’ve found fi ve great new products from a variety 

of environmentally conscious brands to help you on the 

way to voting with your face. 

Stay hydrated 24-7 with this moisturiser, 

which has a light, non-greasy formula and 

texture. It adheres to human + kind’s 

‘all natural’ philosophy, and is free 

from parabens and harmful chemicals. 

Dhs130. Available at Milk & Honey, 

Meadows Town Centre, Emirates Hills 

(04 435 6363). 

This moisturiser boosts skin hydration after 

application and long-term after just two weeks’ 

use. Phytomer uses 100 percent marine-based 

ingredients, and protects the environment by 

fi ltering gardens, cultivating seaweed and growing 

rare seaweeds and vegetal coral in the lab. 

Dhs225. Available at www.salonskincare.co.uk. 

This new serum targets fi ne lines and 

wrinkles using a combination of plant 

actives and amino acids. All Elemis 

products avoid using genetically modifi ed 

crops, animal-derived collagen, synthetic 

perfumes and colouring, mineral oil, 

alcohol and silicones. 

Dhs323. Available at Bloomingdale’s, 

The Dubai Mall (04 350 5333). 

Style. 

BEAUTY 

This cleansing milk has a light texture, allowing deep 

penetration of the skin for a super-effective clean. 

All products from Herbline Essentials are created 

using natural, organic ingredients from the Himalayas, 

and are paraben, paraffi n and cruelty-free. 

Dhs89. Available at www.nashmi.com. 

All Pevonia Botanica products promise to 

avoid animal testing, parabens, alcohol 

and harmful chemicals, and come in fully 

recyclable, biodegradable or reusable 

packaging. Great for sensitive skin. 

Dhs164. Available at Natural Elements 

Spa, Le Méridien Dubai, Garhoud 

(04 702 2550). 

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hat would one normally expect 

from a unisex style magazine in 

Dubai? Purely designer one-off 

W pieces? Only fantastically expensive 

cars and jewellery? Yachts – but only of the ‘super’ 

kind – beside pages of bejewelled stilettos, and 

perhaps a golden skyscraper or two? 

But team Style is here to offer you the unexpected. 

The following 112 pages reflect the high-end and 

aspirational, yes – but we’ve also included a plethora 

of very different, creative, quirky and affordable 

looks. Our home city may be world-renowned for its 

opulence, yet there’s another side to it too: a side that 

isn’t afraid to be led purely by its own taste, even if it 

doesn’t include a triple-zero price tag. 

That’s not to say we don’t adore the high-end. 

We just pick out what deserves to be in fashion’s 

lofty heights, rather than pandering to the pieces we 

believe don’t belong there. Take Donatella Versace. 

She admits in our interview on page 22 that she ‘lost 

her discipline for a while’ after Gianni was snatched from 

the world in the ’90s, but that she and her label are now 

truly in their prime. Or take a look at DIFC (page 20): an 

area that’s fast becoming the city’s ultimate style centre, 

not because of the amount of monetary clout it has 

( a lot), but because of the fantastically good taste it 

demonstrates in its restaurants and galleries. 

With every issue we’ll continue to show the 

world that Dubai boasts plenty of elegance and 

flair, until it becomes commonly accepted – 

and then we’ll find more ways to surprise, 

rouse and inspire you. After all, isn’t that 

what style is all about? 

ENJOY 

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Style. 

BEAUTY 

Scents of 

occasion 

Ayesha Akhlaq, perfume expert 

at CPL Aromas, tells Style which 

fragrances to wear in which situations 

The job 

interview 

‘I’d suggest a light, fresh fragrance 

that isn’t overpowering, but will inspire 

confidence and make the wearer feel 

good. An uplifting citrus floral would 

be ideal to keep the wearer calm and 

relaxed. Bright, energising scents 

The night out 

such as Marc Jacobs Daisy 

‘This is an opportunity to wear a 

Eau So Fresh and Versace Yellow 

bold scent that will put the wearer 

Diamond will work best.’ 

in the mood for a great night out. 

Marc Jacobs Daisy Eau So Fresh 

It could be something vibrant 

from Dhs350. Versace Yellow 

and fun such as a fruity floral 

Diamond from Dhs299. Various 

fragrance, or something more 

locations including Sephora, Mall 

decadent such as a floriental. 


The Jimmy Choo or Prada Candy 

fragrances are perfect as they 

are feminine and fun, yet also 

have a night-time style.’ 

Lunch with 

Jimmy Choo from Dhs255. Prada 

Candy from Dhs350. Various 

friends 

locations including Sephora, Mall 

‘A delicate and pretty scent is 


perfect – something that suits 

the daytime. A light green floral 

is ideal, as is a fruity floral 

direction. The latest 

Stella McCartney L.I.L.Y Meeting the 

scent would be ideal.’ 

Dhs340. Stella 

in-laws 

McCartney, The Dubai 

‘For this occasion you need 

Mall (04 339 9179) 

a scent that is mature and not 

too sexy. A delicate white floral 

bouquet or classic chypre 

portrays sophisticated 

The first date 

womanliness. The 

‘Again, I’d suggest a fragrance that 

Bottega Veneta or Elie 

will make the wearer feel confident and 

Saab signature scents 

attractive – a feminine, sensual fragrance 

both have a grown-up 

such as white floral, oriental or “floriental” 

femininity to them.’ 

fragrances to appeal to the wearer’s 

Bottega Veneta Dhs360. 

date. The new Roberto Cavalli fits here – 

Elie Saab from Dhs231. 

it’s sensual and luxurious.’ 

Various locations 

From Dhs330. Various locations including 

including Harvey 

Harvey Nichols, Mall of the Emirates 

Nichols, Mall of the 

(04 409 8888). 

Emirates (04 409 8888). 

Compiled by Holly Sands 

Interview Jenny Hewett. Photography Shruti Jagdeesh, Getty Images 

LOUISA NORTHCOTE 

15, BRITISH, STUDENT/ 

MODEL/BLOGGER, SPOTTED 

IN DUBAI MARINA 

What autumn/winter 2012 

trend are you wearing? 

I’m wearing the spikes trend. 

This vintage denim Levi’s jacket 

has been revamped with spike 

detailing by The Ragged Priest and 

I paired it with a neon bodice from 

LF Boutique in SoHo, New York. 

The leggings are from American 

Apparel, the bag is Zara and the 

shoes are Jeffrey Campbell. 

How have you made it yours? 

Wearing the jacket oversized makes 

it look more grunge and vintage, 

and I added bright neon to give it 

a bit more of a wow factor. 

Where’s the best place to wear 

this trend in Dubai? 

Seeing as I’m only 15, I would wear 

this to house parties in Dubai. 

Other favourite autumn/winter 

2012 trends? 

I’m all about the peplum trend, with 

gathered, flared fabric at the waist. 

I have loads of clothes in that style 

at the moment. 

Favourite Dubai boutique? 

I adore West LA Boutique, because 

it stocks brands you can’t find 

anywhere in Dubai. Once you make 

your first purchase you will always 

go running back for more, trust me! 

Your top Dubai shopping tip? 

Splurge on pieces you know you’ll 

wear forever. 

A/W 2012 

TREND 

WATCH 

SPIKES 

Style. 

WOMEN 

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