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The Empowering Princess

Her Royal Highness Princess Lamia Bint Majid Al Saud has made it her life’s mission to help others, particularly advocating for women. Through her incredible philanthropic work, Her Royal Highness is changing the world, one incredible story at a time

The Power Of Reinvention

British fashion director Lucinda Chambers was a pioneer in the industry for 36 years at the helm of Vogue. Since her departure, she’s enjoyed an even higher rise to success working with brands directly and founding luxury brand Colville

The Perfectionist

Her Highness Sheikha Latifah Al Maktoum is dedicated to excellence. We spoke with Her Highness, the daughter of Sheikh Ahmed bin Maktoum bin Juma Al Maktoum and Sheikha Hessa bint Rashid Al Maktoum, sister to Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai to find out what it takes to keep your mind in champion mode.

The Power of Perseverance

“It’s easy to give up, it’s much harder to persevere,” restaurateur Joey Ghazal says. If there’s something the founder of The MAINE Group knows a lot about, it’s the power of perseverance

The Power of Collaboration

Having successfully worked with many key luxury brands globally, Sheikha Dana Al Khalifa is an expert in the power of collaboration

The Power Player

Alison Loehnis, President of NET-A-PORTER and MR PORTER is an incredible woman. Combining an innate sense of style with one of the sharpest minds in the industry, we asked what it takes to continually stay one step ahead and perpetually innovate in an industry as fast-paced as fashion

The Mentor

For anyone launching a brand, support from inside the industry is a vital key to success. Fashion editor and philanthropist Tania Fares co-founded Fashion Trust Arabia with exactly this in mind, to support young designers from the MENA region

Power Moves

Sustainable fitness and lifestyle brand The Giving Movement is disrupting the athleisure landscape one conscious step at a time

THE SCIENCE OF WELLNESS

Expert advice from the leading health clinic explains exactly how to have a healthy and balanced Ramadan

SAFEGUARDING A LEGEND

In an exclusive and first regional interview since succeeding as CEO of Azzedine Alaïa, Myriam Serrano explains her vision for the iconic Maison

Sculpt

Mood-boosting and muscle leaning, Pilates is exactly what you need to get through self-isolation

Rule Your Mind

In these increasingly unprecedented times, mindfulness and meditation are crucial to our wellbeing. As we stay indoors, we can use this time to learn to be happy with the smaller joys in life. But how exactly do we go about it? We have picked 10 of the best books out there to give you a helping hand.

MILLENNIAL MINDSET

Eight years after The Luxury Closet’s launch in the MENA region, it’s now a global success. Founder Kunal Kapoor discusses how the appetite for pre-owned luxury items has grown and how it has “disrupted the whole value chain of fashion”, adding a sustainable edge

DOUBLE DOWN

Reversible is the way forward. UAE-based brand NEMOZENA has reimagined the concept of a capsule wardrobe with her reversible creations, making them the ideal investment

A Perfect Balance

Skillfully combining modernity with elegance, Kristina Fidelskaya is the UAE-based brand taking the international industry by storm

A Peaceful Mind

Meditation is a practice used by many different cultures to quieten the mind. Despite some misconceptions, it’s now easier than ever to implement the practice into your daily life with a host of new apps and guides that promise to deliver stillness and a sense of peace

A Healthy Mind

Seven must-visit luxury wellness retreats

A Modest Act

Middle Eastern journalist Hafsa Lodi, talks to us about why now is the perfect time to publish her first book exploring the global modest movement

THE SECRET TO BROWNS' SURVIVAL

How one of the fashion industry’s best-loved boutiques has weathered the storm

The Master

GUCCI’S ALESSANDRO MICHELE ON HIS POWER PRINCIPLE

THE FASHION STOCK MARKET

Invest wisely, reap the rewards

FIT AND FABULOUS

Looking for the ultimate wellness membership? Our edit is packed with some of the best fitness studios in Dubai that will make you want to dress up for a workout

Inside Prada Mode's pop-up private club

Introduced in 2018, Prada Mode had already landed in Miami and Hong Kong during Art Basel, and in London for Frieze.

Fashion's New Muse

We sat down with Lena Simonne, the industry’s new muse to find out what makes her tick and her skin so flawless

Curated by Sam Taylor Johnson

The acclaimed artist and director shares her exclusive edit and discusses her work, how moving to L.A. changed her style and why she’s always looking forward to what’s next

CELEBRATION OF SUCCESS

Under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Shamseh bint Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Platform 09 celebrates, supports, and brings together female Arab designers, artists and entrepreneurs into one creative space. Below, she discusses what female empowerment means today and her hopes for the concept space in the future

BREAKING THE CURSE OF THE IT BAG

Not to mention four fashion awards... Daniel Lee, designer for Bottega Veneta has a lot to prove

BLING RING

Between Lebanon being a hub of local talent and the rise of emerging labels from Dubai and Saudi Arabia, Arab jewellery designers are leading the charge for innovation

TWO OF A KIND

Experience all sides of London across two very different but equally fabulous Four Seasons properties

SPOTLIGHT ON

Harem London melds London and Istanbul style to create unisex streetwear that is relaxed, sustainable and beautifully-made. Born from two sisters, creative director Dee and managing director Begum Ozturk, the duo talk us through their brand’s identity, and what it’s like working together so closely