Contributors

PUBLISHER & EDITOR IN CHIEF

YOUSUF BIN JASSIM AL DARWISH

MANAGING DIRECTOR

JASSIM BIN YOUSUF AL DARWISH

MANAGER
DR. FAISAL FOUAD

SINDHU NAIR
DEBRINA ALIYAH

DEPUTY EDITOR IZDIHAR IBRAHIM

SENIOR CORRESPONDENTS AYSWARYA MURTHY

UDAYAN NAG

KARIM EMAM
CORRESPONDENTS
AARTHI MOHAN

KEERTANA KODURU

SUB EDITOR SHELLEY KNIPE

MANAGING EDITOR

FASHION EDITOR

VENKAT REDDY
HANAN ABU SAIAM

ASSISTANT ART DIRECTOR AYUSH INDRAJITH

SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER MAHESHWAR REDDY
PHOTOGRAPHER
ROBERT F ALTAMIRANO

SENIOR ART DIRECTOR

DEPUTY ART DIRECTOR

MARKETING & SALES

Karen Nicolet

Karen Nicolet is a fashion and lifestyle blogger. She began

her professional career in advertising and moved to film
marketing, working on projects such as the Ajyal Youth
Film Festival and Qumra. With a love for photography,
fashion and writing, she started her blog Clumsy Chic in
2012 as a creative outlet to keep her inspired. Since then,
the blog has continuously evolved to bring inspirational
stories in fashion, travel, food, design, and DIY to her
readers. She has collaborated with brands like Fendi, Dior
Beauty, Printemps and Turkish Airlines.

Haneen Hindi

Haneen Hindi is a fashion and beauty writer. Her love for

fashion began during her time studying journalism at
Northwestern University in Qatar, and flourished at an
internship at Cosmopolitan magazine in Manhattan, New
York. She is passionate about discovering every inch of the
local fashion scene, especially modest, hijab-friendly trends.

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DISTRIBUTION DEPARTMENT

BIKRAM SHRESTHA

ARJUN TIMILSINA

BHIMAL RAI

Radheya Visperas
Radheya Visperas is a Fashion Design student from Virginia
Commonwealth University in Qatar, and is currently
finishing her senior year. She started as a fine artist,
creating sculptures and paintings, and later decided to
pursue a career in fashion. She used her passion and
inspiration from art to translate them into wearable
clothes. She is an enthusiastic writer, artist and stylist.

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Anand is a communications consultant

with FleishmanHillard in Dubai. He is an
avid movie buff and music enthusiast.

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Printed embroidery dress, QR396.

Bomber jacket, QR240.
Kaftan, QR240.
Plunge neck swimsuit, QR100.
Stone earrings, QR32.
All items available from H&M stores across Qatar.

With autumn right around the corner,

theres no better time to indulge in
some over-the-top ornate details
and lush fabrics. Baroque-inspired
fashion has long held its niche every
season as the mainstay offering for
key designers as it is the go-to choice
for special occasions, particularly with
the unique tastes of our region. Add
the contemporary touch to this age-old
regal influence balance your look
by the mix and match of accessories
or separates. To splurge, go for the
authenticity of hand-embroidery and
thick velvet materials, or to save, pick
affordable pieces that play on the
colours and prints of the high-handed
aesthetics. Brocade and gold get a
slight bohemian touch with equally
mesmerising jewels and pearls.
BY DEBRINA ALIYAH

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Wool-blend cape, QR3,687, Biyan Cella.

Suede sandals, QR2,982, Giuseppe Zanotti.
Crystal necklace, QR1,600, Oscar de la Renta.
Crepe maxi dress, QR4,497, Etro.
Stone and crystal clip earrings, QR420, Alexis Bittar.

GLAM / ON OUR

RADAR

JULY/AUGUST 2016
AN EDIT
OF THINGS
THAT ARE
HOT NOW

LOUIS VUITTON FOR UNICEF

MICKEY MOUSE GOES CHIC

Two American cult icons, Disney and
Coach have launched a limited-edition
collection featuring Mickey Mouse designs
on Coach leathergoods and ready-to-wear
fashions. Mixing the unexpected with the
iconic, the collection is part of a series
of exclusive, limited-edition projects
that celebrate American pop culture and
commemorate Coachs 75th anniversary.
Mickey Mouses vibrant personality
shines through the collection, with
specially created sketches by Disney
animators that appear on t-shirts as
well as signature Coach glove-tanned
leather bags including the Saddle and
the Dinky. Mickey Mouse is one of my

earliest memories of American pop - his

nostalgic charm, cheekiness, individuality
and inherent cool make for the ultimate
American icon, says Stuart Vevers,
Coachs creative director. Ive always
seen Mickey as a playful rebel at heart and
a timeless symbol of joy and creativity.
That spirit reinforces the new perspective
we are bringing to luxury at Coach. The
range also includes sneakers featuring
Coachs signature hangtag playfully
redesigned in the shape of Mickeys ears.
The Mickey ear silhouette is also marked
out with punky studs on a biker jacket
and a frame on a re-edition of an archival
Coach bag from the 1960s.

Louis Vuitton introduces the Silver

Lockit collection, to raise funds in
support of UNICEFs efforts to provide
the essential interventions required
to protect, save lives and ensure the
rights of all children, anywhere in the
world. For each sale of the Silver Lockit
pendant or bracelet, QR728 (USD200)
will be donated to UNICEF. The Silver
Lockit, inspired by the unpickable
tumbler lock invented by Georges
Vuitton in 1890 to protect clients
most precious belongings, is a symbol
of protection. It is also a symbol of
ones promise to help children in need.
UNICEF is a strong and reliable leader
in humanitarian action. Together, we
can make a real difference to children
in the most vulnerable situations, says
Michael Burke, chairman and CEO
of Louis Vuitton. Charity starts at
home. Our 20,000 staff members have
joined forces to generate strong ideas
for this cause. Our goal is to reach as
many people as possible, ask them to
share our promise, and to make a real
difference.

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KATE MOSS X EQUIPMENT
Celebrated for its modern,
androgynous silhouettes,
luxe fabrics and unexpected
details, Equipment introduces
a capsule collection in
collaboration with Kate Moss,
in styles that are synonymous
with the supermodels
signature look. Star-printed
silk tie-neck shirts are layered
under well-tailored blazers and
cropped sweaters with a rock
and roll edge. David Bowieinspired lightning bolt prints
are seen in Mosss trademark
colour palette of red, black,
white and grey, as well as a
leopard print, and embroidered
with a handwritten KM
monogram. Graphic pieces are

ACROSS ART AND FASHION

A cross-cultural and heritage exhibition that explores the complex
relationship between art and fashion, draws on the life of Salvatore
Ferragamo and his fascination with twentieth century avant-garde
art movement. Organised by Fondazione Ferragamo and Museo
Salvatore Ferragamo, it focuses on Salvatores search for inspiration
in the world of art and collaboration with many of the artists of his
time. This project presents how these two worlds interact through
contamination, overlapping and collaboration. From the work of the
Pre-Raphaelites to that of the Futurists and from the complexities
of Surrealism to those of Radical Fashion, pausing for reflection on
a few of the ateliers where artists met and studied in the Fifties and
Sixties and the birth of celebrity culture. The exhibition then explores
the artistic experimentation of the Nineties and ultimately asks the
question whether, in todays cultural industry, these words are separate
or distinct, or if they are now caught in a fluid roleplay. This exhibition
is unique in that it is being held in collaboration with other cultural
institutions: in Florence Biblioteca Nazionale Centrale, the Gallerie
degli Uffizi, (Galleria darte moderna e Galleria del Costume di
Palazzo Pitti), Museo Marino Marini, Museo Salvatore Ferragamo and
Museo del Tessuto in Prato. The aim of actively involving these cultural
institutions and museums, which have provided space and pieces from
their collections, is a common reflection on art and fashion.

complemented with classic

wardrobe staples including a
pair of slim black five-pocket
pants, wide leg trousers and a
military jacket.
For the collections Fall 2016
campaign, the supermodel
takes the creative role, shooting
in black and white at her
secluded country estate in the
Cotswolds. We loved having
Kate so hands on during all
parts of the process, every
step of the way. The synergy is
effortless as shes been building
a relationship with our brand
for years and we look forward
to expanding the relationship
for many more, says
Equipment CEO, Jack Schwefel.

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PRE-FALL
2016
WE MAY BE WITNESSING A FASHION ERA
HEADED TOWARD MORE CASUAL DRESSING
BUT DESIGNERS ARE HYPING IT UP THIS
SEASON WITH HIGH SHINE, POWER SUITS,
ANIMAL PRINTS, TEXTURES AND LOTS AND
LOTS OF COLOUR.

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KENZO
Humberto Leon and Carol Lim find
inspiration in the power of women.
Impressed by both beauty and strength,
the Kenzo woman is equally a member of an
all-girl biker gang as of a group of demure
urban professionals. This comes through in
a collection focused on proportions and
colours. The silhouette is spacious, layered
and slightly oversized, with tops and pants
in bold colours of red, while white and black
are marginally rounded. Flocked tunic tops
are worn over mid-length skirts or jeans,
lurex piqu dresses are protected under
oversized, impressive down coats, double
breasted origami cocoon coats and
matching pants in lacquered jacquard
appear as protective suiting. Engineered
kimono sleeves appear on shaved shearling
bomber jackets and are matched with
pleated stretch skirts and tops, while mohair
top stitching accentuates bodycon jersey
dresses and tops. Knitwear is light because
of the mixed used of cashmere, mohair and
wool and carries prints of graphic tanami
flowers, half stars upon stripes, rising suns
and soft abstract clouds.

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PAULE KA
The brand has always looked to the 1960s as
a reference point, so Alithia Spuri-Zampetti
gave the 60s motif a trendy and relevant
hand this season. She played on couture
shapes and created volume with
lantern-sleeved sheaths, cocoon coats,
peplums and full skirts with a modern twist.
With proportions, she has added the
thinnest layer of padding to the hips of the
classic 9-5 dress, producing perfect little
black dresses. For daywear, there is a strong
focus on separates with new shapes of
pants and tops while mod-inspired
miniskirts are paired with silk bow blouses
and topped off with a double-breasted
officers jacket all in a vibrant and playful
mix of colours. A deconstructed pinstripe
blazer is matched with a cropped pant,
while a ruffled neck blouse is worn with a
flared short skirt and a graphic knit top is
paired with a tuxedo black trouser. The bow,
a strong signature for the house, is
reinterpreted as trompe loeil incrustations
on dresses, skirts, tops and fur. For evening,
abstract necklines with oversized lace
motifs, add a seductive edge when
camisoles are worn under transparent
blouses, or paired with volume skirts.

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GIORGIO ARMANI
Freedom from all that is ordinary and
fashion as an expression of ones
personality, Giorgio Armani sets different
episodes that suggest open interpretations.
This is a feminine figure who no longer plays
by the rules and explores ways of being and
behaviours by using outfits as an expression
of her mood. The colour of the collection
spans from cinematographic black to more
romantic shades. The aesthetic from mens
garments is redesigned for women using
urban graphics, which spans from the rigour
to the eccentric. The common thread of the
collection is the purity of its design, which
can be seen in the most sophisticated
pieces. Jackets are small, short dresses
move away from the body, trousers have
soft volumes. Floral prints alternate with
stylised designs, voluminous capes with
lightweight dresses, vertical and delicate
silhouettes with oversized shapes. The
message is in the non-conventional way
fabrics and colours are mixed, following
solely instinct and desire. Every woman in a
different way, as if in a bohemian rhapsody.

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M MISSONI
The collection captures the carefree spirit
of the American way of life in the early
60s, American graffiti, bowling and
drive-in mode. It is a sporty-glam mood
full of surprises. Signature patterns and
knit techniques take on fresh twists while
intersecting new entries in the art. The
sense of vitality is vibrant, yet all within a
panorama of clean and simple shapes. No
hints of quirkiness in the silhouette, lines
and volumes clearly reference the basic
t-shirt. Tops are cut straight, pants go
jogging style again.
Sparking attention is the debut of various
materials including latex, in contrast
combinations with other textures and a
new interpretation of the zigzag patterns
that are placed in striking counterpoint
to colour-block knits. The palette of
dazzling silver, bronze, and antique gold
emerge on the scene, taking a dominant
stance against black. The hues create
gorgeous contrasts in the clothes, making
for exceptional bold patterns and prints.

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BALENCIAGA
An interesting collection, sort of like an
amuse-bouche to what we will be seeing
from the brands new creative director, the
IT name in fashion now, Demna Gvasalia,
who will officially be kicking off his first
season for Autumn/Winter 2016. Though
Demna is not linked to this collection, the
pieces do allude to the designers
influences and aesthetics, of structured
tailoring and gigantic silhouettes. Shearling
and coats come in masculine and
oversized silhouettes, dresses are fluid,
wrapover skirts are micro while trousers
are low waist and flared in palettes of
fluorescent yellow, white, black, blue, grey,
brown, and army green. Accessories are
decidedly tough, including wool aviator
hats, leather cuissard, and leather clutches.

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MARNI
Opposites attract and its a formula that
works for the intentionally under-the-radar
fashion label. Consuelo Castiglioni
combines femininity and angularity, and
languor and dynamism, resulting in
bellowing skirts and baggy trousers
accented with crisp shirts and draping
capes, light fabric printed dresses along with
the colour-blocked pants and trenches.
Little eccentric details include coiling frills
and furry pom-poms on pointy hems while
baggy slacks in thick corduroy either sweeps
the floor or is gathered at the ankle with
cuffs. An apron-meet-dress-meet-vest
combo had loose, sliced panels that curved
gracefully at the back while felted wool
jackets grew dynamically cut lapels. Furs
were neatly bonded; paillettes lit a dark
palette with impromptu spark.

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TORY BURCH
Bold colour, printed dresses, and summer
sandals; its a collection meant to refresh
your summer wardrobe. Inspired by the
quiet strength of poet, writer and artist Etel
Adnan, Tory Burch worked on the palette
inspired by the artists beautiful sense of
colour and contrast, as well as her travels
and multicultural spirit. We played with
pattern, proportion and fabric
embroidered sequins, colour-blocked
Chantilly lace and kept the mood and
silhouettes relaxed. Adnan is known for her
arresting landscapes, and we layered in
gentle colourscapes in lace dresses, silk
bombers and pleated skirts, the designer
says. The accessories pick up on some of the
themes in the clothes, like palm prints in
appliqu leather and suede. Theres a camera
bag Etel always carried one during her
many years as a newspaper editor that is
one of Torys favourites. There is a lot of
detail: laser-cut leather pieced together in
patterns on wood-block platforms, graphic
jewellery; oversized sunglasses.

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BOTTEGA VENETA
Tomas Maier alternates diagonal lines
with geometric prints, creating a delicate
mosaic pattern in the wide dresses in
crpe silk rich detail and leather bags.
The palette of autumn colours, rich and
warm, from ruby red to anthracite black,
exudes a discreet and calm style. Small
and refined floral patterns with delicately
bright colours are set against a neutral
background while a cascade of petals
tinged ample dresses, handbags and
shoes. Shearling is emphasised by strong
colours of sumptuous blue, red and
bright orange. Softer materials are
combined with sophisticated design,
individual and contemporary, while the
designers signature tailoring comes to
life through impeccable cuts and pleated
details, which combines the feminine and
the masculine. The texture of fine mohair
opposes the delicate freshness of silk in a
rich range of burgundy, sage green and
various shades of blue, for a smooth
transition from summer to autumn.

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VICTORIA BECKHAM
Shes growing up with me, says Victoria
Beckham, referring to her second line
Victoria. This season is a story on texture
and gorgeous jewel-tone colours.
A lush, dense knit, fitted slip dress and a
peplum tunic and trumpet skirt make a chic
alternative to the suit. The jewel tones are
versatile for both day and night, on a pair of
v-neck gowns in plisse silk georgette and in
an amethyst slip dress layered over a fine
gauge-ribbed knit turtleneck in a fiery
orange. The strong selection of separates is
anchored by some trusty coats for the
temperamental transitional weather.

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THE
BEACH

Foldable tote, Kenzo. 2 Marchon sunglasses, Marni, QR2,590. 3 Leather crossbody,

Miu Miu. 4 Pleated kaftan, orange and white, Nazanin Rose Matin. 5 Classic striped
edge flip flop, Tory Burch. 6 Sidney espadrille, Tory Burch.

PRICES QUOTED WHERE AVAILABLE

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4
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THE
CITY
GIRL
Sunglasses, Calvin Klein, QR1,250. 2 Knee-high boots, Dsquared2. 3 Printed tote,
Salvatore Ferragamo. 4 Silk scarf, Salvatore Ferragamo. 5 Bodycon dress, Halston
Heritage, QR1,725. 6 Fishbone bracelet, Kamushki. 7 Bejewelled crossbody, Miu Miu.
1

PRICES QUOTED WHERE AVAILABLE

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7

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2
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SEIZE
THE
DAY
1
3

Iris off the shoulder dress, Beulah. 2 Wyatt biker jacket, AllSaints, QR1,950.
Ziane sneakers, Lacoste, QR460. 4 Printed culottes, M Missoni. 5 Felt hats,
Paule Ka. 6 Semicircle hobo, Tory Burch. 7 Sandals, Kenzo.

PRICES QUOTED WHERE AVAILABLE

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5
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INTO
THE
NIGHT

Embellished shantung jacket, Biyan Kimbra, QR6,100. 2 Soft clutch tote, Paule Ka.
Watch, Salvatore Ferragamo. 4 Strappy sandals, Dsquared2. 5 Plunge neckline dress,
Halston Heritage, QR1725. 6 Printed scarf, Kenzo. 7 Ankle boots, Paule Ka.

1
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PRICES QUOTED WHERE AVAILABLE

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Front De Mode

WHATS
NEW
IN
PARIS?

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Fashions favourite
city is abuzz with new
openings. GLAM
scopes out the mustknow lists on where to
shop on your European
travels this summer.
BY DEBRINA ALIYAH

Cinabre
French-Swedish designer Alexandre Chapellier
chose the creative Canal Saint-Martin
neighbourhood for the first-ever boutique for his
luxury mens accessories label, Cinabre. Founded in
2011, the brand aims to supply the discerning urban
dandy with items ranging from bow ties, neckties
and boutonnires, to scarves, gloves, belts, small
leather goods and hats. The quirky interior, designed
in collaboration with Paris-based architect Anna
Englesson, features polished concrete flooring,
whitewashed walls, retro lighting and vintage
furnishings. Made-to-order items are crafted in an
on-site, separate workshop.
Front De Mode
Paris-based fashion designer Sakina Msa has
opened a concept store in the Marais, stocking her
own creations alongside those of 50 fellow designers
chosen for their commitment to sustainability
including Christine Phung, and La Peckre. Besides
ready-to-wear, the 2,150sq-ft space carries a
selection of accessories, shoes, eyewear, beauty,
leather goods and stationery over two floors. There
is also a cafe, library and gallery space for exhibits or
DIY workshops.
Galet
The up-and-coming French loafers brand, has
opened a new flagship in Saint-Germain-de-Prs.
They worked with artists Henry Krokatsis and
Klemens Torggler on the new space. Krokatsis
known for mixing innovative materials designed
a wooden patchwork floor, while Torggler crafted
one of his famous kinetic doors that resembles

Galet

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Boutique CINABRE

MKT Studio, a
new arrival on the
thriving French
contemporary
scene, has opened
its first store on
rue Bonaparte,
showcasing the labels
brand of Parisian
rock-chick cool.

a geometric sculpture and swings open to Le Salon

Rouge, a hidden alcove at the back of the store where
customers can shop for limited-edition collections.
After nine years on rue de Svign in the Marais,
leather goods and accessories designer Isaac Reina has
moved his sleek and luxurious collections into a new
location, next to Muse Picasso. The plain white space,
which used to be an art gallery, is well suited to Reinas
minimalist architectural creations, which are displayed
on raw plywood cubes and shelves. This new location
offers the brand more space and greater visibility than
before, with its 777sq-ft and large corner windows. The
boutique carries Reinas line of handbags, travel bags
and small leather goods made from vegetable-tanned
leather in warm, natural shades.
LAppartement Szane
This apartment-style concept store from Paris-based
womens fashion label Szane is a physical extension
of the online brand itself, a place where customers can
see, touch and try on new collections, stay for a drink
and then place an order, which will be delivered free
of charge in Paris and nearby suburbs within 48 hours.
The boutique, which also offers a range of home and
lifestyle pieces, has an at-home feel with decor blending
mid-century and Hollywood Regency influences.

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Contemporary menswear brand Maison Standards,
known for its focus on classics such as sweatshirts,
cotton shirts and quality plain tailoring, has opened its
first bricks-and-mortar store in the Haut Marais, which
operates more as a workshop. Its only open during the
afternoons, and actual in-store sales are exclusively
processed through Maison Standards website, with no
cashier in-store. The idea is that customers can touch
and try on the clothes, learn about how they are made,
and then order them to be delivered to their home.
MKT Studio, a new arrival on the thriving French
contemporary scene, has opened its first store on rue
Bonaparte, showcasing the labels brand of Parisian
rock-chick cool. The boutique features an inspiration
wall with images of style icons including Patti Smith,
Marianne Faithfull and Jane Birkin, including a
collaboration with Universal Music on limited-edition
T-shirts paying homage to The Ramones, Pink Floyd
and David Bowie.
Pas de Calais, the Japanese brand named after
and inspired by the region in the north of France,
has opened an 800sq-ft flagship on rue de Poitou,
in the heart of the Marais. The boutique, which
replaces former multi-brand store Shine, matches
the brands organic, artisanal feel, featuring textured
walls, rustic wooden furniture and hand-laid wooden
floors resembling an arty jigsaw puzzle. Yukari Suda,
the brands founder and designer, was inspired by
Calais moody weather for her latest collection, which
translated into shades of grey, white and creamy tones,
used across cashmere and silk dresses and coats.

Pas de Calais

Pas de Calais, the

Japanese brand
named after and
inspired by the
region in the north
of France, has
opened an 800sq-ft
flagship on rue de
Poitou, in the heart
of the Marais.