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Life . Living . LifeStyle
The UAE’s Latest Extreme Makover Trend
Catwalk Fever, DJ Tiesto & Dubai’s Chicest Crew
With Kariza Swimwear & Your Secret Tanning Weapon
Chaumet Paris Make your loved one feel extra special this year
Beautiful New Pieces from Chaumet Now Available at Chaumet Dubai Mall
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Fashion ON TREND CANDY & CORALS
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LUST HAVES: SHOEHOLICS KEEP WALKING
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CELEBS IN DINA JSR
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VAHAN JEWELERY: STAND OUT LIKE A CELEBRITY
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BAUME ET MERCIER WATCHES: ESSENCE OF FIFTIES 49 GUESS BRACELETS COLLECTION 2013
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KARIZA SWIMWEAR 55 CONTA TEMPO WATCHES COLLECTION 2013
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HARLEY FASHION ATTITUDE
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THE WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE ABAYA
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Health & Beauty NATURA BISSE: A DIMOND LIFE
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TANFEST WITH NIVEA
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BEAUTY SECRETS 75 FLUTTERLICIOUS 81 ORGANIC FACIAL: N.A.I.L.S. SALON REVIEW
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OCCO - YOUR BEAUTY DRINK
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BODYSMART 87 UNDER THE KNIFE SUMMER
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GLOW INSTANTLY WITH SPACES SALON
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GUESS AND TIESTO
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EMERALD GREEN JEWELRY
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STEVE MADDEN AT DUBAI MALL
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TRUFFLE HEAVEN 101
BARUNI FASHION SHOW: VIVID ROMANCE 109 ECCO’S 50TH ANNIVERSRY
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Art & Culture THE HISTORIC STROKE
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AVOWAL OF AGONY 129 ART DUBAI 2013
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LIFESTYLE DESIGNER: NANCY PENNIKIAN
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YACHTING HOTSPOTS 2013
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A NUMBERS GAME: EXPENSIVE LICENCE PLATES
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HEALTHY BITES: RECIPE
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Editor’s Letter “Zest is the secret of all beauty. There is no beauty that is attractive without zest.” -Christian Dior This year´s May issue – in which we are celebrating the pleasure of summer – made me feel excited and nostalgic at the same time. It struck me as we assembled Eveningz monthly jigsaw that such a large portion of the beautiful women we feature are just as self conscious about their shapely bodies as I am; with time we sadly forget to seek the liberation that comes with self-acceptance. In May the UAE belongs to the beach lovers and we the “body obsessed maniacs” have been left behind in kicking off the 2013 beach season with bravura. If fixating on an extra kilo or two kept you from soaking your toes in the cooling sea or from flaunting your summer style, shame…on…you (and me!). Every single woman in the Eveningz office – yes, even the size 2’s - was complaining about the way her body looked. You want to change? More power to you, healthy living is always something we like to applaud but don’t let your weight keep you from frolicking around your favorite beach. BodySmart (page 87) is there to get you on track and tailors fat and weight loss programs just in time for you to enjoy Kariza’s SS 2013 Swimwear Collection (page 55). This summer it’s all about sizzling color, attitude and celebration. Make standing out your daily mantra no matter what your size may be and relish in the fire of taking back your power. Add to the flush of this season’s vibrant neons and pastels with passion for your womanhood. You see, fashion is so much more than the clothing you wear, the accessories you match or the red lipstick. Wear the shoes but never let the shoes wear you. Fashion is an attitude.
It’s time to bring back your sizzle. Cristina Maag
On Trend Candy corals & silhouette
By: Sidra Surmed
Dabya’s SS13 collection is drawing the inspiration of soft and dark punches of colors with a dash of sophistication and grace.
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After creating the bold Technicolor foray and invasion, the fresh and lax wave of soft pastels mixed with sophisticated cuts flowing down the body is a refreshing palette switch. The spring runways are flourished by rosiness and glowy hues with candy-colored muted shades.
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Dabya’s new collection flatters women with gentle palettes of rosy corals, pistachio, beige, gold and black. Elusive chiffons are poised and well-adjusted by more structured and edifice cuts this season and an international appeal is recognized in the decisions of color, cut and silhouette.
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The idea of mellow yellow and tangerine shades accessorized with elegance is the idea to glam up your evenings with sartorial license to mesmerize and dazzle the room and live your reverie to the fullest. Adding a dose of neutrals like black and beige is another great way to blaze up your life with glamor.
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Flirtatious shades of rosy-flushed and goldplated robes appeared to be the tantalizing and ladylike intricacy in the collection. The new mystical and transcendent palette and trend of using two different fabric pieces together to create the fusionist illusion dabbed with panache will depict the “beauty with brain” attitude of today’s woman.
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With the elegance of olive tones and a splash of florid welcomes oddity. These colors stretched more than just fashion. These whimsical traces of pretty colors will create an exquisite juxtaposition. Drawing always from her key inspiration of the natural world, this collection is restrained and extremely refined, defining the Dabya woman of the season as sophisticated and supremely elegant.
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The look of love, a rosy glow, stunning sunset and dusky smoky nights, Dabya’s new collection is all about living your dream to stand out and enthrall with a reveal of every single edge of your sleek simplicity and class.
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Lust Haves Keep Walking
By: Sidra Surmed
Shoeholics – Stay Classy with an Elegant Walk
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rom flip-flops to high heels, we spend most of our lives in shoes and from them we learn something about our character, our antiquity and ourselves. We wear our hearts on our soles. “Shoes are the best indicator of how people are feeling,” says June Swann. The escalation and plunge of opulence from the altitude of a heel; perceive the distant grumbles of combat in the arrangement of a toe; measure social change by the thickness of a sole. Every shoe articulates one story. Shoes speak of eminence, gender, mores, religion, occupation and even politics. According to a Russian writer - Maxim Gorky who said: “A strong pair of boots will be of greater service for the ultimate triumph of socialism than . . . black eyes.” Last, far from least, they can be drop-dead gorgeous. This month lust haves are going to be your life partner, your very companion. They will speak out loud the story of your mood, feelings and personality and surely they will be adding a glamorous stance to your look and appeal. Shoe Lust @ Steve Madden So, shoeholics it’s time to keep walking, whether in high heels or converse. Steve Madden has revealed their new fine collection for this season. You just need to drop by the store and get yourself a pair of shoes. “For women, shoes are the most important. Good shoes take you good places.” Sculptural wedges, block heels, hip-haute stylish kicks, studs copious and pop bright, curved out the spring 2013 Steve Madden collection that is entreaty to the young spirited, fashion-forward woman who escalates the highs and lows of fashion and everything in between. Striking and gorgeous dress heels and sparkly smoldering flats are definite showstoppers for that special event while its range of stylish downtown city boots remains a top selling category for trans-seasonal wear.
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Trend Flash @ ECCO This summer, lets party! In summer time you need a boost to keep yourself fresh and we are sure that you’ll be the first on the dance floor and the last to leave the party in the ECCO Sculptured 65 Sandal. The vivid and fashionable chirp toe is allowing you to walk – and dance – on 65 mm high heels comfortably and to the T of perfection. Brush nubuck leather, snowy outsoles and PU heel are key features of a sandal which will be your sweetest loudest pal this summer during both sunny days and shiny summer nights.
“It’s time to conquer the world.”
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DINA JSR HALL OF FAME Sexy, classy, sassy….With only 3 collections under her belt, Dina JSR already has a host of celebrity fans. Here are some of the beauties who stepped into the spotlight in Dina JSR, some on more occasions than one…
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Dina JSR SS’12 - Arbre Cotton satin gown
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Dress 2 - FW’12 Glaze Silk Twill and Crepe dress
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FW’12 Baroque double faced Silk Wool dress
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Dress 1 – SS’13 Tenerife printed gazar gown
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Dress 2 – SS12 Age de bronze printed silk organza dress
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SS’12 Rouh Dress Organza dress with embroidery
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Let Diamonds Do The Talking Vahan Jewelry diamond Jewelry will make you stand out in the crowd like a celebrity.
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ahan Jewelry is an ultra-luxurious diamond line that has been worn by fashion icons and celebrities to name a few: Jennifer Lopez, Sofia Vergara, Rachel McAdams, Jessica Simpson, and Rihanna. Recently Emily Osment was seen at the Spirit Awards 2013 wearing Vahan stunning diamond bangles. With styles ranging from diamond-encrusted layering armlets and hefty awe-inspiring rings to decadent drop earrings, it’s no wonder this enviable and most desired collection has such an extensive celebrity clientele. Originally launched in the 1930’s, Vahan Jewelry has become well-known for their over-the-top diamond pieces designed by three generations of the Der Calousdian family, with its most recent designer Sacha Der Calousdian. By carefully blending art, beauty, and taste into timeless collections, Vahan Jewelry has masterfully created glamorous jewelry collections for women who deserve to be draped in diamonds like Hollywood’s favorite film stars. These exquisite and enduring pieces will make, enhance and allure your charm while making you SHINE LIKE DIAMOND.
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GEMFIELDS
The new Ms. Gemfields - Mila Kunis
The essence of golden fifties.
By: Sidra Surmed
Celebrate time with Baume & Mercier’s New Clifton Collection.
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ince 1830, the Swiss Maison d’Horlogerie Baume & Mercier has made it a theme of decency to create watches that are esteemed for their sane design, the quality of their movements and the rare quality that each creation possesses of representing a glimpse of luxury in a form that is both beautiful and accessible. Never has this business philosophy been more apparent than with the introduction of the Clifton watch. This collection of men’s watches is inspired by a museum timepiece that dates back to the 1950’s. Each timepiece is pared down to the purest essentials, from the hand-wound mechanical version with in 18K red gold (Clifton 1830), to the automatic version crafted in the same gold, with various different components adorned in polished satin-finish steel. These highly refined watches with uncluttered sun satin-finish dials, or featuring the bolder sophistication of a triple calendar display and moon phases, are aimed at those who wish to combine the art of living with elegance.
Baume & Mercier Clifton: urban times Revisiting the “Golden Fifties” The amalgamation of tradition and modernity, Baume & Mercier presents Clifton, a new line of men’s watches inspired by the models that had their heyday in the “Golden Fifties”. This decade is considered the golden age for wristwatches and is marked by the creation of elegantly designed timepieces. A legacy of this era, the Clifton line is both urban and classic, from its clean lines right down to its finishes. Powered by Swiss-made, mechanical movements of acclaimed quality, this new collection embodies Baume & Mercier’s 182 years of watchmaking expertise. It was created specifically for a male clientele wishing to purchase a timepiece to accompany them through every moment of their lives, transcending both personal and professional spheres.
Clifton: making every day a part of history A Timeless Collection The Clifton collection, the Maison’s newest addition, represents a milestone in Baume & Mercier history. It showcases the very quest for excellence that shaped the destiny of this company, founded back in 1830 by brothers Louis-Victor and Célestin Baume in the heart of the Swiss Jura Mountains. This new line embodies the visionary spirit of its founders whose motto has always been, “accept only perfection, and only manufacture watches of the highest quality.” Yet the Clifton collection also displays the dynamism brought by Paul Mercier in 1918. This shrewd businessman and esthete laid the foundations for a business philosophy that was open to the world. He also contributed to bringing Swiss watchmaking craftsmanship to a wider audience. These values, in line with the expectations of the public, have given life to the Clifton watches, timepieces whose forms take inspiration from successful Baume & Mercier models from the 1950s. Their position in the watchmaking world renders these pieces true icons of accessible luxury; these watches have the added advantage of being available at more moderate prices, placing them within the reach of a wider clientele. Appealing to those who wish to combine the art of living with elegance, the design of this new collection was purposefully inspired by models from the Baume & Mercier Museum’s collection and revisited to fulfill contemporary directions, both in terms of size as well as functionality.
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GUESS BRACELET COLLECTION
Summer is not only hitting the beaches but also your wardrobe. Bring some color to your look and dress to impress in a flashy outburst. Style it up several notches with these fabulous bracelets for women released by GUESS. These exclusive bracelets vary from simple to chic with each one setting a style statement of its own.
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This leather turn-lock cuff bracelet with gold toning is enough to step up the style quotient to any outfit. Having an embossed inner logo and being of fine leather work, this piece of jewelry is sure to stand out within any outfit.
This black leather wrap up bracelet with a brown under stitch is simple yet chic in its own way. The gold plated brand name adds an extra appeal and complements the black in a classy manner.
This simple gold toned bracelet with a central cloud design is simply too elegant to pass up. The thin gold toned strands and the brand name nestled in the cloud only adds to the beauty of the bracelet.
One of the more intricate bracelets, this one symbolizes elegance in a perfectly subtle and chic manner. The gold toned pave feather engraved with the brand name completes its elegance.
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KARIZA Swimwear The New Desert Storm
Headquartered in Miami, this line of satin blended creations is the innovation of Kariza, a Brazilian native, who uses her wearable art to generate financial growth to many low income families. Maintaining eco-friendly and sustainable principles, her brand reflects the Brazilian-style bold prints and bright colors, coupled with strong influences from the Middle East and a special Latin Flavor.
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ariza, known for its unique and multi-wear design concepts, is thrilled to announce the launch of the first swimwear collection in the UAE. The 2013 swimwear collection is available exclusively in the Kariza retail outlet located in the Dubai Mall metro link. Designed to be vibrant, the inaugural swimwear collection introduces spectacular colors, versatile designs, embellishments, exotic prints and a flawless fit for every figure. This strikingly luxurious line incorporates Persian, Latin and Hawaiian influences in their new collection, and encourages women to escape into the tropical world of relaxation and fantasy. Each swimsuit is paired with stunning matching coverups and resort dresses.
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Mr. Naseem Ahmed Jawa, GM, SPRET says, “After enjoying the immense success of the Kariza magic wraps and multi-wear dresses, we’re excited to introduce a distinctive swimwear range, which is sure to appeal to the fashionistas, who are keen to embrace the sun kissed Brazilian vibrancy. He continued by saying, “We are reaching out to all those who insist on applying their unique outlook to every aspect of their life”. Kariza, the brand is available in all leading malls across the UAE, including the Dubai Mall, Dubai Festival Centre, IBN Battuta Mall in Dubai and the Al Wahda Mall in Abu Dhabi.
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WATCH OUT ContaTempo
Jazz it up with these elegant and trendy designs from Conta Tempo’s collection.
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ith summer and beach season just around the corner, get the perfect finish to your summer look with these colorful classy watch designs from Conta Tempo’s Campanile and Meccanico collection. The varied styles and colors of these watches are enough to up the style antenna to any summer outfit. Boasting of fine Italian design, with detailed strap and dial design these watches personify an unconventional look with a touch of vintage class.
The strap designed from white Saffiano leather with a classic buckle and mineral sapphire coated crystal this design is just the right mix of classic meets unconventional style.
The silicon purple strap of this Meccanico watch is a great choice for the summer. The gold casing and crown complements the eyecatching color and is infinitely pleasing to the eye.
With a deployable buckle and a violet dial this trendy Campanile watch adds color to your summer outfit not to mention the stainless steel strap giving it a stylish contemporary look.
Another Meccanico design in yet another elegant and attractive color. The simple gold buckle and casing only adds to its vintage style and is a definite must have for the summer spring season.
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This gorgeous Meccanico watch in a light blue shade with the gold plated casing gives the perfect summer feel. The classic strap work adds ample class to this conventional design.
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Bikers’ Season is here! Vroom Attitude it is! Spring, Harley and biker’s clothing, one cannot ask for more!
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s Spring swiftly approaches and days start to stretch with considerably more sunny windy weather, this ultimately means one thing: riding season is almost here!
So get set for your Harley Ride and gear up for our favorite time of the year with the Harley-Davidson’s Spring Motor Clothes collection. Inspired by archetypal American heritage, the Spring collection revenues the spur from the retro garage style with color blocked and tartan shirts for him and sleeveless plaited shirts for her. The spring collection has something for everyone, whether you’re a rider or you simply want Harley stamped clothes, Harley spring attitude collection comes with a wide range for everyone. HarleyDavidson will help you stand out from the horde, on and off the road, this Spring.
Spring Ride Approach If you’re as excited as us for the start of the riding season, check out Harley’s wide range of Motor Clothes styles to suit everyone. From the male rider who wants to express himself the Harley-Davidson way to the female rider seeking stylish clothes with a feminine edge, the range is available in dealers now.
Men’s Artifact Gallery From lightweight leather jackets to retro garage style shirts, the Harley-Davidson Motor Clothes Collection has everything you need for Spring riding.
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Women’s Biking Assertiveness Including burnout printed tees and earnest hoodies that are unambiguously Harley-Davidson defiance, express yourself on and off the road.
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Accessories for Him and Her If you want to stand out on the asphalt, check out our range of attention-grabbing helmets, bags, holdalls and jewelry.
Availability To find your local dealer visit the Harley-Davidson速 dealer locator now. To check out the complete collection head to the Harley-Davidson速 MotorClothes速 section of the website.
Diamonds & Abayas: an exquisite combination.
By: Sidra Surmed
The world’s most expensive abaya unveiled at the Raffles Dubai.
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orkshire-born designer Debbie Wingham made her first foray into fashion with a trifling boutique in Hoxton, followed by an uber-chic showroom on King’s Road just a year later. Causing a stir amongst the stars, Debbie’s dresses became a sensation for their fluid, yet fitted feel and were often spotted sashaying down the revered red carpet. “Nostalgic memories of when you would raid your mother’s wardrobe and parade around in anything that embodied the princess feeling, the feeling that you don’t want to take it off and you love walking back and forth just to appreciate the dresses dynamism.” – Debbie Wingham Debbie Wingham couturier to the stars that tossed the world’s most affluent and expensive Black Diamond Dress last year has chosen her much-loved city and hotel to launch the world’s most expensive Red Diamond Abaya. Talking to our team member regarding the launch she shares her muse’s secret with us, Debbie said, “I have been designing since the age of 17, but when I came to Dubai last year for my dress launch, I was fascinated by the cuts and edges of Abayas over here. I loved the way ladies walk in an utter style silhouette which is unusual and
beautiful at the same time.” Debbie returns to Raffles Dubai to unveil this bejewelled masterpiece valued at a staggering £11.7 million (AED65.1 million) and making it notably the most expensive garment in the world. Centre stage of the Abaya sits the world’s most expensive and rarest diamond; the red diamond. One in every one hundred million diamonds is a natural red color, making it the rarest diamond in the world. The Abaya also features black diamonds Debbie’s signature stones, along with white diamonds and of course the rare red diamond which will be the Pièce de résistance. The Abaya boasts over 200,000 stitches all of which are hand stitched in 14 carat white gold thread, the other details found on the embellishment include an intricate layering detail and delicate beading with a raised flower effect all crafted by hand. This masterpiece was born out of Debbie’s love and affinity with Dubai and her plans to make it her second home. The world’s most expensive Red Diamond Abaya has inspired a whole collection of beautiful and modern Abayas using Debbie’s signature flair and couture techniques while respecting the traditional dress and culture that she herself admires.
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NATURA BISSÉ’s DIAMOND LIFE INFUSION
NATURA BISSÉ makes history...after extensive scientific research, the world of beauty celebrates the birth of a new and revolutionary generation: SKIN AGE BIOMARKER COSMETICS. Packaged in a luxurious crystal container and backed by NATURA BISSÉ’s unquestionable expertise in skincare, DIAMOND LIFE INFUSION is the flagship for this new and groundbreaking cosmetic category. DIAMOND LIFE INFUSION - Youth biomarker serum After extensive scientific research, NATURA BISSÉ creates DIAMOND LIFE INFUSION, a potent self-regenerating serum formulated with an inordinately high concentration of 16 rejuvenating ingredients, among them the revolutionary and recently discovered magnetic active ingredient BIO-MAGNET NANOSOMES. This luxurious rejuvenating night treatment designed to treat skins ages 30 and over is capable of infusing life into the skin by regulating four Skin age biomarkers that are the key essential cellular indicators that reveal the skin’s biological age and prevent premature aging. DIAMOND LIFE INFUSION the new science for a youthful preservation of the skin. This state-of-the-art serum provides an unprecedented level of rejuvenation; it rejuvenates the skin 3.9 years in only 7 days (results obtained through an in vivo test of 20 volunteers ages 30-55). Presentation: 25 ml /0.8 oz jar Price: AED 2,650/=
2. Cellular aging control biomarker The active ingredients BIO-MAGNET NANOSOMES and PROGERIN REDUCER COMPLEX maintain the levels of the proteins that cause cellular aging low and reduce the percentage of damaged cells in order to prevent the premature aging of skin cells. 3. Telomere protection biomarker TELOMERYL SHIELD preserves the length of the telomere (the structures that protect the tips of the chromosomes to prevent the aging of skin cells) in order to maintain the skin biologically young without any lines or wrinkles. 4. Oxidative damage regulator biomarker Figurative image of chromosomes with the telomeres marked in red. PROTEOX COMPLEX stimulates the skin cell’s own antioxidant mecha- nisms to effectively minimize the amount of free radicals, resulting in an exceptionally radiant skin. UNPRECEDENTED REJUVENATION LEVELS It rejuvenates the skin 3.9 years in just 7 days* *Results obtained through an in vivo test of 20 volunteers ages 30-55.
BIO-MAGNET NANOSOMES (Patent pending) Fascinating scientific collaboration The story behind this incredible discovery began four years ago and does not cease to amaze NATURA BISSÉ daily. Inspired by the most current trends in the medical field, which use synthetic magnetite as a vehicle to direct targeted drugs within the body, led the team behind the magic to a fascinating collaboration with the scientific team at the University of Munich to pursue the use of natural magnetite in cosmetics. The natural rejuvenating magnetite NATURA BISSÉ once again crosses a new frontier with the use of this revolutionary magnetic active ingredient, Bio-Magnet Nanosomes (Patent Pending) a true breakthrough in the world of cosmetic formulations - Magnetotactic microorganism with a natural magnetite sequence within. This natural magnetite, synthesized by a magnetotactic microorganism, provides a powerful “Retinoid-like” effect* by stimulating the cellular renewal process, improving skin tone and texture and restoring luminosity without the side effects that these compounds may cause (sun sensitivity, dryness, irritation and inflammation).
SKIN AGE BIOMARKERS DIAMOND LIFE INFUSION treats, prevents and slows skin aging by regulating four Skin age biomarkers: 1. Stem cell preservation biomarker The active ingredients BIO-MAGNET NANOSOMES and C-NICHE PROTECTOR PEPTIDE safeguard and stimulate stem cells and their cell-renewal capabilities. In addition, they maintain the stem cells adhered to their physiological environment (niche) to maintain the skin youthful for a longer period of time.
The new luxury is measured by the appearance of your skin. - Patricia Fisas
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id you ever feel frustrated with your results from artificial tanning? Turning your skin orange rather than giving you that gorgeous, brown glow? With the UAE’s hot temperatures slowly tuning back in, outdoor tanning is a sunny funfest just waiting to bronze you. If you can’t wait to get that darkglow going but don’t quite know how, use our tips and NIVEA’s ultimate pre and post tanning combo. Maximize Your Tanning Results If you want to maximize the results of your time spent tanning, it’s best if you expose that skin to direct sunlight, however try to avoid it when it’s hottest between 11h00 am and 15h00 pm.
Steer Clear of Overexposure The secret to a sexy, natural tan is to start your outdoor tanning at a slow pace. Do not let your skin be overexposed to sunrays for such long time periods that you will get sunburnt rather than tanned.
Age Not If like some of us at Eveningz you are on the fence when it comes to tanning for fear of aging skin, NIVEA brings you the perfect product to no longer sacrifice that dark glow. NIVEA SUN Anti-Ageing Face Cream SPF 30 provides an optimized balance of UVA and UVB filters to protect the health of your skin. The face cream with Alpha-Flavon offers safe protection against sunburn, premature skin ageing and helps reduce the risk of sun allergies. It actively prevents from fine lines and sun-induced wrinkles. Its non-greasy formulation leaves your skin soft and supple.
Don’t Forget the Sunscreen and Tanning Lotion To avoid burn risks, it is always wise to use sunblock but it must be of low SPF only. Better yet, kick off your tan with NIVEA’s Carotene Sun Lotion SPF 6 and expose yourself to the sun for 15 to 25 minutes per day. Enriched with carotene extract this tanning lotion aids your skin in achieving that glamorous golden tan and shields against sunburn and premature skin ageing. The caring formula provides moisture for a smooth and supple skin feeling that allows the tan to last longer. The NIVEA SUN UVA/UVB protection system provides immediate protection against sunburn and premature skin ageing. If your skin is already tan-trained and can take that extra sizzle, NIVEA’s Deep Tanning Oil Spray is just the thing for you. This specific tanning spray is an easy and convenient way to provide the skin with an attractive intensive tan. Its formula with nourishing Jojoba Oil supports the skin’s moisture level, leaving it smooth and supple, preventing skin peeling and allowing the tan to last longer.
Moisturize, Moisturize, Moisturize! NIVEA SUN’s Moisturizing After Sun Lotion (also available in spray form) is a quickly absorbing light formula with Aloe Vera which soothes, refreshes and helps to restore your skin moisture loss. To make the most of your tan remember to use an after sun product. It is specially formulated to cool and soothe sun exposed skin and helps ensure a long-lasting, beautiful tan. Regular application after sun exposure increases the skin moisture level providing a silky smooth sensation.
Couple our brown sugar tanning secrets with Nivea twice to three times a week and it’s more than enough to get that Arabian princess look.
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By: Sidra Surmed
Let your perfect eyebrows do the talking.
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Hush Hush – The language of tweezing is unveiled Follow simple techniques to look sexy and poised with your perfect eyebrows.
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e were quite astounded by last year´s findings in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery journal: the shape of your eyebrows might be giving a false memorandum about your feelings and personality. John Persing, MD (Professor of Plastic Surgery at Yale University) said: “Even subtle variations in the brows had a significant effect on how the woman’s mood was perceived.” Isn’t it shocking and a bit of an upsetting factor? But no worries, Eveningz Magazine like every month is here to help you out through your beauty snags and hitches. Follow these simple steps to tweeze out your perfect eyebrows to keep your mood up, standout and mesmerize 24*7.
Keep it in your mind: Actually, tweezing is an art in itself and many of us have become excessively arty and artistic which results in brows that are grisly, eerie or completely gone. The best and fashionable way to tweeze it perfectly is to follow the natural curve of your eye and eyelid. It’s simple – pluck the hairs under and over the bone. Be careful; tweeze one hair at a time in the direction it grows.
Journey from a pinch to glam: Blot dry with a clean towel. Put some lotion around your eyebrows to make them softer and easy to pluck. OR you can take a towel and put it in hot water. Place them on your brows, it will open the pores and will make the process easier. Pinpoint the path in which your eyebrow hair grows (be careful). Start tweezing with one eyebrow, at the base of your eyebrow, follow the boundary of your eyebrow and pluck the unwanted hair. Continue and repeat the process until you have cleared and glammed up both eyebrows.
A Few Tips: • Stand back from your mirror after every few plucks to assess your work. • If you have redness after plucking, just use Aloe-Vera gel to reduce the redness or soreness. • Do NOT over pluck. • The BEST time to tweeze is right after you take a shower; it will be less painful.
The essentials: An ace pair of tweezers is essential along with a dab of warm water to soothe it afterwards.
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Legs like Butter By: Varsha Phulwani
How to get the smoothest legs ever!
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he Dubai Summer, although highly unanticipated, is here, which means the days are getting longer...but your skirts are getting much shorter. Read on for ways to get your legs ready for sandy beaches and steamy nights.
1. Soften Your Skin For soft skin, wash your legs with a gentle exfoliating body scrub that has moisturizing oils to prevent dryness and flaking. Spend extra time on scaly knees and ankles. Get rid of any small red bumps on your thighs with a daily dose of 2.5 -3 percent formulae of LacHydrin cream - its lactic acids dissolve prickly patches fast.
2. Go for Bare The best way to shave is with a four-blade razor. It cuts hairs in a single pass so you don’t have to drag the blade over your skin repeatedly. Most of us grab the razor in the shower and get right to work. But it’s better to save shaving for last. The steam softens the hair, so removal is much easier. For the best technique, hold skin taut and shave in the opposite direction of hair growth. Shaving creams with lubricating ingredients, like silicone, oil, and cellulosic gum, can help ward off annoying redness and irritation since they soften the hair and allow the razor to glide right over your skin. An alternative to shaving is waxing your legs. Waxing uproots the hair from the follicle, as opposed to shaving it off at the surface, so it keeps you bare for a few weeks rather than just a few days. Despite your best efforts, ingrowns might still happen - especially if you have coarse, curly hair. Don’t pick at them; just massage the area with a cotton ball soaked in a glycolic and salicylic-acid face cleanser. This sloughs the skin’s top layer, opening the follicle so the hair can pass through.
5. Add Some Shimmer If you want a tanned look quickly, your best bet is a bronzing oil that you can swipe on before going out at night. The effects only stick around until your next shower though. One of the best products to get a celeb like tanned glow in a matter of minutes is Scott Barnes’s Body Bling - available at West L.A. Boutique, Sunset Mall. For something with more staying power, try a mousse or towelette with sunless tanner: Both stain the legs a beachy, golden tint, and the color lasts about a week. You can choose from multiple hues to match your skin tone, and the products are easier to apply evenly than sprays, which can streak all over the place. Before sweeping yourself with a towelette or mousse, pull on Latex rubber gloves. That way, your hands won’t soak up the color molecules meant for your legs. Just make sure your stems are not damp or greasy from any lotion, which can block the self-tanner from absorbing fully. Spread the product from the tops of your ankles to just below your knees, with uniform swipes in all directions. Next, focus on your thighs, using a mirror to keep your backside in sight. For knees, dilute the tanner with moisturizer to ensure the dry skin there doesn’t turn too dark. You don’t want to look like you’re wearing knee pads. Also, skip spots where the sun doesn’t shine. A tanned heel or sole is a dead giveaway. If you end up with a few orange smudges, don’t panic. A quick shower should fade them away. If not, add a cup of milk to the bath. The lactic acids should take down the color. If ankles are your only problem, buff away marks with the fine side of an emery board or lighten them up with a bit of cream bleach left on for two to three minutes.
3. Get a Flawless Finish There’s no magic cure for cellulite, but dermatologists agree that lotions with caffeinated ingredients (like coffee, guarana, and tea) can boost circulation and reduce cellulite temporarily. Another idea: Take a natural-bristle dry body brush and, starting at your ankles, rub upward. This stimulates lymphatic drainage, which may ease puffiness. To camouflage stretch marks, birthmarks, and spider veins dab on a body foundation/concealer. Sally Hansen’s Airbrush Legs and MAC’s Face and Body foundation both work wonders!
4. Make Your Toes Pretty Keep your toes pretty by getting regular pedicures. Clean and polished toes will give your smooth legs that extra oomph.
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By: Varsha Phulwani
Mesmerize with every single blink.
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Flutterlicious Your guide to everything about eyelash extensions and where you can get them in Dubai.
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he eyes have it- and always did. They are the focal point of the face, the window to the soul, the feature people remember most, and the one area women will spend the most time and effort on in their beauty routine. It’s no wonder then that the latest beauty craze for eyes- eyelash extensions- has become such a hit. Who wouldn’t want long, lush lashes without all the fuss and bother of mascara, removers, lash curlers, etc.? Sign us up!
How will they feel on my eyes?
Well, maybe not so fast…with all thefads, it’s best to do research first. Let’s find out if it’s worth it, safe, and convenient. Here are some Q&A’s regarding this eye-deal new process:
You can wear water-based mascara and other water-based eye makeup if you choose. You can swim, shower, and use a spa with your extensions. However, avoid all these things in the first 48 hours. And don’t pull on them or use an eyelash curler.
Are eyelash extensions safe?
The only negative experiences were from those with sensitive skin or allergies that had some irritation, itching or a burning sensation from the adhesive. Check first with your doctor if you’ve had reactions to products before.
What can I do about wearing makeup, and will water affect them?
Yes! Extensions require no waxing or plucking; medical grade, formaldehyde-free adhesives are used to just adhere eyelash extensions (polyester-based fiber thread materials) to your own lashes. They are applied to your natural eyelashes; you can sport various looks from lush to dramatic, depending on your own personal taste.
Where can I get eyelash extensions in Dubai?
What’s the procedure like?
Beauty Connection Spa
The treatment involves a lash extension expert gently taping down your lower lashes (so that your lashes don’t stick together) and using tweezers to apply individual faux lashes (although some are made with real hair) to your actual lashes. It’s a delicate task, performed by a licensed cosmetologist or esthetician. It takes time, maybe 2-3 hours, since the eyelashes (30-80 each eye) are applied by hand. Some people only get the upper lashes done. You need to keep your eyes closed the whole time – which maybe uncomfortable- so the technician can apply fibers directly to the base of your eyelashes on your eyelid.
For a short-term alternative, try the plaster set, or opt for longer-lasting extensions. Dhs180 plaster set, Dhs400 full set individual. Oasis Tower, Sheikh Zayed Road (04 321 3553).
How long do they last? Normal natural eyelashes fall out every 60-90 days and new lashes grow immediately; the extensions will need touchups every 2-3 weeks to fill in the fallen lashes. With routine touch-ups, the extensions can last 1 to 3 months, and then the procedure will have to be done over again.
Sisters Beauty Lounge Not only can you get a full set, but the salon also offers a removal service. Dhs 600 for extensions, Dhs75 for removal. The Dubai Mall (04 339 8500).
4/5 Dhs900 for full upper and lower, Dhs800 upper extensions. N.Bar, Emirates Towers (04 330 1001)
Moulin Rouge Beauty Dhs 495 for extensions. Dubai Marina (04 457 2748)
Flutter, Flutter, Flutter So, there you have it! Ready now to “lash out” and join the red carpet crowd of Kim Kardashian, Beyoncé and Jennifer Lopez who all helped boost this eye-defining trend! If you’re not ready for a daily starring role in the celebrity beauty world craze, at least try it for a special event. It just might make you a superstar at a wedding, prom, reunion, or any big night on the town. At least, you’ll feel like one. Give it a try!
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By: Sidra Surmed
Long tiring day? you need an organic facial! N.A.I.L.S. Spa helped me find my long lost freshness.
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Location: Shop#1, Marina Boulevard, Dubai Marina. Phone: 04 447 3688 This is an unrivalled sanctuary where you will adore and relish in matchless relaxation.
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xhausted, worn – out and tired? Or you feel low just because your skin looks parched, patchy and wrinkled? The real felons are fitful working hours, high temperature, sunrays and above all your stress. All this plays a chaotic role on your skin in the form of sudden crinkles, furrows and dull skin. But you need not worry at all; Team EveningZ is going to lead you to your ultimate skin saver. When Ms. Chantal proposed an offer I could not reject (an organic facial) I couldn’t wait. Very honestly I am more of a D.I.Y beauty person, but I gave it a shot because of the organic factor. An organic facial promises to impart a luminous glow to your skin at all times and due to its organic ingredients it doesn’t have any side effects on your skin. So, Dubai Marina was my destination. At first I was a bit nervous but as soon I entered the spa and met Ms. Chantal and her well trained hospitable staff, I was put at ease. The interior of the spa is very soothing and pacifying. The facial room was appeased with fresh fruit fragrances. The room was spellbound by the leaden buttery light, which gave it an enchantingly gentle effect. The first step was to clean my skin with a soft cotton piece damped with rose water, followed by the citrus scrub, which not only smells delicious but has an instantly refreshing effect on your skin as well. After cleansing and scrubbing, it was trailed by steaming my skin
and removing the blackheads. The continuous process of massaging and deep cleansing gave me the perfect serene experience. After the constant indulgence with pulpy facial agents my skin was refreshed and restored to its original beauty. You may have tried many facials to get a youthful glow on your face, but this time, celebrate the amenity of organic facials to get that ecstatic and happy skin you’ve always craved. An organic facial is effective for all skin types. Give yourself to a charming organic skin care facial that yields beautiful results using organic products by Eminence bursting with juicy pulp, seeds and fruits. Feel fresh with the soothing fragrance of fruits and indulge into the pacifying world of bloom. Eminence organic skin care range is serving us since 1958 and is the most active member of the Organic Trade Association (OTA), the association for the organic industry in North America. Eminence Skin Care is the utmost operative range in organic skin care. N.A.I.L.S. staff has been trained and certified by them. Eminence addresses a variety of skin concerns such as premature aging and wrinkling, sun damage, acne, loss of vitality, tone and radiance. Glow and mesmerize and feel gorgeous and stunning. Trust me Ladies, it’s worth a try. Your next facial appointment should be taken to the experts at N.A.I.L.S. (specializing in Organic).
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OCÓO A DAILY SERVING OF BEAUTY. SCIENTIFICALLY PROVEN. DELICIOUSLY FRUITY & LIGHT
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acials, creams and beautifying agents, these are all a part of our daily beauty routine to keep us glowing. What if we could do away with the 10-product charade and drink ourselves beautiful at the expense of only 48 calories per bottle? OCÓO, a German invention and the world’s first natural and functional Beauty Drink is the result of years of extensive research by a team of dermatologists, nutritionists & scientists.
beauty with this fruity indulgence.
Produced in Germany and beautifully packaged in a sleek 100 % recyclable aluminum fusion bottle, OCÓO enhanced formula contains the world‘s most powerful & natural ingredients for effective beauty enhancement. Stocked in the world’s most stylish hotels & outlets and a daily must-have amongst the world’s leading beauty icons, OCÓO is set to take the beauty world by storm and become synonymous with inner & outer beauty. OCÓO is now available to order online with free delivery on www.ocoobeauty.com. OCÓO is currently served in the prestigious Zuma Dubai, and retails in Galleries Lafayette, Dubai Mall, as well as in other major department stores. It will also soon be available in key hotels and spas across the region.
Cranberry, Pomegranate, Red Grapes, Aronia, Black Currant & Acai, OCÓO’s mix of exotic red and blue berries is a delicious blend containing a healthy dose of vitamins that are scientifically proven to rejuvenate from within, and promote healthy hair and skin. The vital beauty-enhancing substances include biotin, zinc, selenium, copper and iodine as well as vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, C and E.
To fully benefit from it’s active ingredients, one serving daily is the recommended intake with visible results after only 6 to 8 weeks, the natural process period for skin and cell renewal. OCÓO is not simply a drink but a way of life for anyone looking to rejuvenate, maintain & enhance their health and beauty.
OCÓO, is proven to address the following beauty benefits:
Anti-Aging Zinc and Selenium contribute to the protection of cells from oxidative damage.
Skin Care Vitamin B3 (Niacin), Iodine and Biotin contributes to the maintenance of normal skin.
Collagen Vitamin C contributes to generation of collagen.
Hair Copper contributes to normal hair pigmentation and Biotin to the maintenance of normal hair. OCÓO refreshes your beauty. Unlike other beauty & skin care products which only function temporarily on the surface of the skin, OCÓO works from within by circulating through the blood, nourishing each cell with the vitamins & nutrients needed to enhance a natural glow from the inside out. With OCÓO you take the beauty regimen a step further from the traditional skincare routines. Fulfill your skin’s cravings & quench your thirst for health and
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Get Smart with BodySmart for Your Slim Beachbody
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“The Healthy Life: It’s not just about losing the weight; it’s about losing the lifestyle that got you there” - Steve Maraboli
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ext to shopping, one of the most popular “hobbies” is everything that helps you to look good! Taking care of our bodies is no longer seen as vanity but part of looking after our overall health and wellbeing. Increasingly men and women are focused on wanting to look their best and the quest for the ideal physique is akin to the Holy Grail of Arthurian legend. However, targeted body shaping experts BodySmart say you can achieve amazing results for a better body and appearance, without resorting to surgery. All you need is to set aside time, a little application and call upon the support of the BodySmart team to achieve results and still enjoy life. BodySmart studios are energetic, vibrant environments with a constant flow of people of all ages, body shapes and sizes; from fitness fiends to those with no exercise history. The two BodySmart studios at Fitness First in The Meadows and at Kindermusik Villa in Umm Suqeim, offer HYPOXI, LPG Lipomassage, PowerPlate and XenTan, the premium sunless spray tanning solution. At BodySmart you have your own qualified coach guiding you through your sessions to make sure you get a powerful, results-oriented workout every time. BodySmart was established in Dubai seven years ago. The hand picked team of trained professionals are passionate about their products, provide a comprehensive, effective and friendly service, and are dedicated to helping clients stay motivated and achieve the results they are looking for.
Each programme starts with a thorough body analysis, dietary habits evaluation, offering helpful advice and guidance on the best way to improve results and attain personal fat and inch loss goals. Results are monitored and assessed along the way to keep you on course. HYPOXI is the first training concept to combine alternating high and low pressure with exercise to help target fat in those areas which just won’t budge. The gentle 30 minute workout is safe, pain free and completely natural – helping your body tap into stubborn fat stores while you work out. In just 12 sessions, clients can lose up to 30 centimetres from problem areas – giving greater results than conventional training. Depending on your objective choose from the stationary exercise bike enclosed in a vacuum chamber, or wearing a Vacunaut pressure suit on a treadmill, or reclined cycling vacuum compression massage. HYPOXI treatments are popular with high profile figures such as Robbie Williams and Cheryl Cole. Depending on your goals, a programme of 12 HYPOXI sessions boosts an existing exercise regime to speed up the required results. POWER PLATE premium vibration equipment provides one of the most efficient workouts through Acceleration Training technology that stimulates muscle response up to 50 times a second as you exercise. As the platform vibrates, muscles contract in a reflex action for a full body workout, including warm-up, balance, strength, core and massage in as little as 30 minutes, performed under the supervision of your certified PowerPlate instructor / BodySmart Coach.
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Accelerate your fitness
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odySmart Targeted Body Shaping Accelerates Fat Burning. For the body you want benefits include immediate improvement in blood circulation, increased muscle strength and flexibility, improved range of motion, decreased cellulite, inch loss, and increased definition. Courtney Cox and Madonna are known to use Power Plate to maintain and enhance their sculpted bodies. LPG Endermologie is the science of cell stimulation developed by LPG. It reactivates deep dormant cellular activity by mechanically stimulating the skin (mechano-stimulation) which is painless and non-invasive (no injections or surgery involved), leaving your skin smooth, and reducing the appearance of wrinkles and cellulite. LPG Endermologie can be carried out all over the body as required. Choose from:
The LPG Endermolift face treatments 100% natural anti-ageing techniques that redensify the skin deep down, erase the signs of ageing and leaves your complexion glowing. Six to 12 sessions are recommended. LPG Lipomassage - slimming activation to eliminate stubborn fat resistant to physical exercise and dieting, and complements post operative cosmetic surgery. Work on the upper body, arms, waist, stomach area, saddlebags and thighs, to break down cellulite, boost blood circulation and reduce the orange-peel effect for firmer looking skin. Six to 12 sessions are recommended. Celebrity fitness trainer Gunnar Peterson, whose clients include Jennifer Lopez, Penelope Cruz, Amber Valleta and Matthew McConaughey, is an advocate of LPG systems. Coach Qualifications – BodySmart ensures that all coaches receive regular updates and ongoing personal development regarding
new exercise techniques to keep workouts innovative and safe. All the coaches have completed a nutritional course towards weight-loss. They regularly attend health and wellness seminars, and guide clients with recommendations for a balanced diet to ensure optimal results. XEN-TAN – the premium sunless spray tan for a beautifully smooth and long lasting, odour free, natural looking tan. Popular with celebrities such as Anna Kournikova, Holly Willoughby, Lady Gaga and Gok Wan.
Opening Hours (Closed Friday) Umm Suqeim: Saturday 08.00–19.00; Sunday – Wednesday 08.00–20.00; Thursday 08.00–13.00 The Meadows: Saturday 08.00–19.00; Sunday – Wednesday 08.00–20.00; Thursday 08.00–19.00
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Under The Knife Summer Increase in body plastic surgeries preceding the summer season Beach season witnesses the need for treatments of body and skin. How far would you go to look good in a two-piece? With the season of summer approaching, and people preparing to flock to the beach, cosmetic surgery clinics such as Cocoona have noticed a surge in the demand of shaping treatments, primarily for women. Specific procedures are in particular demand, such as liposuction where surgeons’ position tubes around the skin to target specific fat deposits and suction excess fat. Lifting is another popular request, with women choosing to have skin removed, excised or tightened. In fact, this procedure is one of the main drivers of surgery tourism in the UAE. Dr. Sanjay Parashar, Founder of Cocoona comments: “Summer puts a lot of pressure on women in terms of their physical appearance. The season brings with it a relentless demand to look good. With our medical spa itself, we see a need by women seeking a combination of cosmetic surgery and spa comforts to enhance their appearance. With a rise in surgeries in our clinic and our medical spa, primarily opted for by women preparing for summer, we are advancing in patient care in the areas of cosmetic and reconstructive surgeries, using the highest levels of care and precaution.” Another surgery commonly chosen by women is cellulite removal or mesotherapy, which is the most widely used procedure for cellulite reduction and removal. It essentially involves an injection of compounds that increases blood flow, encourages lymph drainage and breaks down fat. Customarily, these procedures are performed in comforting environments and by trusted surgical experts, such as Cocoona. Further elaborating, Dr. Sanjay Parashar remarks: “The process of transformation is an important one; it can alter how people think about themselves, providing a boost of confidence and self-assurance. Dubai itself, with its reputation as a spa town, with its boost in medical spas combining cosmetic procedures with day spa luxury is a city firmly rooted in transformation. We’re one of the leading centers for aesthetic transformation in UAE, not just because we believe in the power of transformation. It’s because we’re always expanding, and constantly evolving, as well our relentless searching and training of exceptional talent. We pride to provide a complete cosmetic surgery range at the same time has the Non Surgical or minimal invasive options with latest technology to fit the individual need.”
From 2011 to 2012 there were 1,268,287 liposuction and 3,179,652 botox procedures performed in the UAE.
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By: Varsha Phulwani
Glow Instantly with Spaces A Taste of Cranberry for that Youthful Complexion and Glow
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stablished in 2009 in Dubai, Spaces Salon is Landmark Group’s offering in the grooming industry. SPACES offer an unrivalled selection of high quality treatments by internationally qualified and well-experienced therapists and stylists. Spaces provides a range of services including manicures and pedicures, facials, body wraps and massages, specialized eyebrow waxing and threading, body waxing, and LPG Slimming & Anti-cellulite treatments. It also houses a world-class hair salon featuring a dedicated section for men and women. This divine sanctuary has developed a Cranberry-based Instant Glow Facial that will holistically revitalize and purify your skin, making you look and feel younger! The revolutionary offering is yet another addition to the salon’s collection of indigenous concoctions that deliver an exclusive grooming and beauty experience to patrons. Cranberries, rich in vitamins and anti-oxidants, miraculously refresh tired skin to give it a luminous complexion. The 30 minute, deep cleansing facial will not only get rid of all impurities but also tone your skin. Involving a therapeutic thermal massage for the application of the cranberry mix, the treatment at Spaces Salon will allow improved blood circulation. Formulated by Sally Simmons, beauty expert, Spaces Salon, the Instant Glow Facial is available to clients at just AED200. Spaces Salon offers several other quality treatments using salon products sourced from the finest and most renowned beauty product suppliers from around the world. What’s more, membership at Spaces Salon gives patrons a chance to avail value-based offers and an assured gift. For more details, please contact Spaces Salon, Oasis Centre on
04 515 4400.
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Business Elegance with
MONTEGRAPPA’s LIMITED EDITION 18k GOLD - SNAKE 2013
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ince 1912, for more than a century, Montegrappa has been manufacturing high-quality writing instruments in the same historic building in Bassano del Grappa, North East Italy.
In the tradition of one of its best-loved pens, the legendary Dragon, Montegrappa will issue The Snake 2013. Like The Dragon, The Snake 2013 is a limited edition to celebrate a specific year among the 12 in the Chinese Zodiac. The pen that has been created by Italy’s oldest manufacturer of fine writing instruments is a bold, powerful statement designed to embody the virtues of its subject. Occupying the 6th position in the Chinese Zodiac, the Snake symbolises diverse character traits that include intelligence, gracefulness and materialism. Snakes are persuasive, most effective at getting the things they want, even if it means they might scheme and plot to achieve their goals. When it comes to decision-making, Snakes are extremely analytical and as a result, they consider situations and judiciously before making their choices. Snakes, too, can be materialistic creatures, choosing to surround themselves with the finest that life has to offer. In day-to-day existence, this can be characterised by the atmosphere created in the home, where luxurious furnishings and surroundings help Snakes to seek the peace they need in order to thrive. Five elements further define The Snake: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. The Snake’s five elements complete a 60-year-cycle. 2013’s classification is The Water Snake, which last occurred in 1953. In addition to the traits common to all Snakes, the Water Snake is also influential, motivated, insightful and highly intellectual. Water Snakes work well with others and enjoy recognition and reward. A guarded creature, Water Snakes reveal their deepest feelings to those closest to them, but no one else. Montegrappa’s Snake 2013 Limited Edition writing instruments are decorated with stunning die-cast overlays, of a quality familiar to those who have examined The Dragon and the Chaos pens so highly prized by enthusiasts. The metalwork embraces a barrel in a deep red-brown hue, made of a special pearlised resin called ‘Pietra’, which is Italian for stone. The clip terminates in the signature Montegrappa ball that facilitates easy ingress and egress from one’s pocket. For The Snake, it is fashioned from the semi-precious stone Carnelian, in a colour to match the cap and barrel. Fountain pens in The Snake 2013 Collection are fitted with ebonite feeders and 18K gold nibs, fed by a piston filling system. The collection is available as a limited edition of only 888 fountain pens and 888 rollerball pens in sterling silver and only 88 fountain pens and 88 rollerball pens in solid 18K gold. All pieces are numbered and offered in an elegant wooden box. Ready for some business style? The Montegrappa flagship boutique can be bound at Boulevard - Jumeirah Emirates Towers and also at Rivoli & Paris Gallery outlets. These exclusive writing gems are priced between AED 500 and AED 3.6 Million. The entry level Parola range is priced between AED 495 and AED 810 The NeroUno range is priced between AED 1,140 and AED 3,110 If standing out with nothing less than limited edition items beats to your drum: • Montegrappa “Cult” Batman Edition Set (includes a fountain pen, a watch and cufflinks) is priced at AED 21,100 • Montegrappa The Brain Pen limited edition fountain pen is priced between AED 19,425 and AED 213,680 • Montegrappa The Alchemist by Paulo Coelho is priced between AED 22,725 and AED 411,130 • The Centennial Dragon 100 years celebration pen is the most expensive piece priced at AED 3.6 Million
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By: Sidra Surmed
Elegance with Emerald Green Razzle and Dazzle with Green Jewels
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merald Green has been hailed as the color of 2013, bringing radiance, elegance and harmonious energy to any festive scene. A path of admirers will literally unfold in front of you; so follow the ‘Yellow Brick Road’ and make way for a glittering ‘Emerald City’ season! Bespoke online fashion and lifestyle boutique, Anjelique.me, offers a wide variety of fashion accessories, jewellery and relics from top designers. Undoubtedly this year’s color has not gone amiss. When it comes to jewellery, Belizz at Anjelique.me is razzledazzling with green gems, such as the Green Agate Bracelet (AED 233) complete with a delicate silver charm. Or, there is the eye-catching earrings adorned with Jade (AED 203), the
symbol of serenity known to channel positive passions. For a regal touch, bespoke designer, Besign, has a Hurrem Sultan Ring (AED 190) to spark a flicker of envy in anyone’s eye.
Top Choices: Anjelique.me showcases high quality fashion accessories and ornaments from the creative corners of Turkey and beyond. Making their mark this season with elegant yet daring emerald green pieces, inspiration is ignited when you visit this very special online boutique. It’s good to be green. Visit www.anjelique.me to discover more.
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TRUFFLE HEAVEN
By: Maria Mathew
Truffles are known to be a diamond in a gourmand’s kitchen. These rare appetizing mushrooms are a worldwide delicacy and a foodie’s delight but come with a heavy price tag.
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omeone famous once said “Truffles anyone who does not declare himself ready to leave Paradise or Hell for such a treat is not worthy to be born again.” What could be so incredible about a mushroom that a person faces purgatory for not appreciating them, you might wonder. Truffles are a type of subterranean mushroom. And not just any sort of subterranean mushroom; this round and irregularly shaped vegetable has even been dubbed as the ‘Diamond of the Kitchen’ by French gourmand, Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin. Although truffles have a couple of hundreds of types the most renowned one would be the White Truffle from the Peidmont district of Italy and the Black Truffle from Southwest France; with the Italian and Oregon truffles also gaining quick momentum in the race to elite status. The truffle season varies from country to country with some regions having an extra month of the season. Typically it starts in October and goes on till November or early December in some cases. In Italy, the truffle season lasts from October to early December; in France it starts from December and lasts until March which is when the truffles reach their extreme point of fragrance. Expensive, delectable and lavish, but slightly pungent, these special mushrooms are cultivated with great care and expense and are an added highlight to any gourmand’s kitchen.
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WHAT’S SO SPECIAL? With renowned restaurateurs’ world over willing to spend as much as $250 per pound for these exclusive mushrooms, and many other food lovers willing to spend almost the same amount on consuming them, you wonder what could be so special about these gnarled vegetables. Simon Majumdar, a renowned author and food writer says after having a short white truffle based dish, “The result was culinary heaven, but it ended with a hefty check -- close to $100 for that dish alone.” A number of factors are present behind the star status of these vegetables; truffles are rare to find these days, with an almost fairytale standing, the exclusivity antenna is definitely pushed up. Scarcity also factors in as a reason for truffles gaining a unique space in the culinary world’s limelight. And lastly, which is also perhaps one of the main reasons would be the difficulty in the creation of these mushrooms; appropriate tree seedlings need to be injected with truffle spores, and then there is an additional wait for 7 years before the first truffle begins to show. So in a purely commercial sense, truffles are the celebrity gems in the world of the common mushroom.
WHERE CAN YOU FIND THEM IN DUBAI? Truffles are known to be cultivated in the UAE as well; the Middle Eastern truffles or terfez are considered to be the most abundant in the world. Researchers across the Middle East have agreed that truffles grow best in this region after a thunderstorm; the higher the severity of the storm, the better the truffles.
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These appetizing mushrooms are available at the local Fruit and Vegetable Market of Dubai in Al Aweer. These are originally from Saudi Arabia and are flown in quickly owing to their quick perishability. The rarity of these prized vegetables even extends to its distribution; only 2 stalls sell them at the market in Al Aweer. Last year during the truffle season leading Japanese restaurant Zuma managed to import the biggest truffle, weighing 349g directly from Alba. This truffle, slightly bigger than a normal sized fist, came up to USD 14,000 which is about AED 52,300. Moreover, diners could request truffle shavings on their food for about USD 41 per gram which roughly comes up to about AED 150. Truffle peelings and other truffle products such as truffle butter, truffle honey, truffle sauces, etc. can all be shipped in with the help of Italtouch Dubai, one of the largest importers of truffle in the UAE. Galleries Lafayette has an exquisite gourmet section or the Lafayette Gourmet; this includes worldwide delicacies including truffles. These exclusive gourmet treats are specially imported from Italy. They have a variety of black and white truffles as well as a host of other truffle centered products. These delectable goods go a long way in enriching the palette of any gourmand.
So, go ahead and treat yourself to a delicious truffle delight!
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Legendry DJ Tiësto Heats Up Dubai. Legendary DJ takes his talents to GUESS Store and Headline at Sunburn Dubai. GUESS, the denim-based lifestyle brand, announced its collaboration with Legendary DJ and producer Tiësto that will include a branded performance and an in-store gathering for fans in Dubai. Paul Marciano, CEO GUESS, said, “When I first met Tiësto, I was really so impressed. We connected right away on both a personal and professional level. He is more than just a DJ - he is very multi-faceted and truly understands what it takes to build a brand. There is no better choice in music today to represent the free-spirited, adventurous and sexy GUESS lifestyle.” Tiësto made an erratic store appearance to meet fans at the GUESS store in the Dubai Mall. Fans had the unique opportunity to meet Tiësto in person and had the chance to get autograph signed by a living musical legend. Tiësto played the Sunburn Festival Dubai 2013, and tempted the crowd to hit the dance floor in energetic beats.
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A dazzling sneak peak to the new collection of Steve Madden’s SS13 collection at Dubai Mall.
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By: Sidra Surmed
ubai mall was glamorized by the paparazzi and elite fashionistas to have a look and enjoy the fashion show of shoe giant Steve Madden, shoeholics were there to check out that what they are going to wear on their feet to walk in style!!
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THE GLAMOROUS SPRING SUMMER BARUNI COLLECTION 2013
By: Maria Mathew
Fadwa Baruni recently held a Fashion Show at the Dubai Ladies Club, themed Vivid Romance to showcase her Spring Summer Collection 2013. Fadwa Baruni, of the up and coming women’s clothing brand, Baruni Fashion recently held a fashion show showcasing her Spring Summer Collection for 2013. The theme of the event was Vivid Romance and the designs showcased were true to the theme as it brought out flattering cuts and innovative color schemes. The designs were spot on with the Spring Summer theme; the colors showcased gave a very summer like look and feel, complementing the cut and design in a low key yet chic way. All in all, the variety of designs and cuts on the runway made us anticipate the summer season with a sense of excitement.
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The color of this design is a flattering summer shade and the low cut makes it a fabulous choice for a summer outing. The royal blue shade of this piece coupled with the strapless design and simple yet flattering cut makes it a perfect choice for a casual evening.
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The grey shade of this design may not give it a summer feel, but the simple orange line cinching the waist styles the dress up nicely for a night out. This strapless dress with a line binding at the waist is the perfect dress for a night out; the sequins at the top just add more style to the design.
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This floor length design is stunning in its bold color; the wide waist band and the flair waist down give it the perfect summer look. This strapless figure flattering design gives a great summer look and what particularly works for it are the sequined thin stripes. Yet another figure flattering design; with orange ruffled sleeves complementing the light brown shade.
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50 years of shoe making
By: Sidra Surmed
The world-leading shoe brand combining style and comfort celebrates its 50th Birthday.
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CCO, the world leader of shoes combining style and comfort, is the only major shoe manufacturer in the world to own and manage every step of the shoemaking process; from tanneries to stores. Being in control of the value chain has always been a hallmark of this brand, providing ECCO with unrivalled control of product quality as well as the quality of all production processes and their social and environmental impact. ECCO has set itself apart from competitors by establishing the ideology of “the shoe must follow the foot- not the other way around�, which results in end users experiencing the whole package of style, design and unprecedented comfort. ECCO pays tribute to five decades of innovative shoemaking in celebration of its 50th milestone at the Ara Gallery. The company also turns to its Scandinavian heritage in order to meet the demands of tomorrow.
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Party Circuit The party circuit in Dubai is something that can’t go unnoticed. Check out where our partyholics decided to let their hair loose and dance the night away. The Eveningz party meter tells you which of these were worth being marked down on your calendar.
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Beach Polo is coming back home. Julius Baer Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2013 kicks off!
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fter much anticipation, the original ‘Beach Polo Cup’, now officially the ‘Julius Baer Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2013’ makes a grand come-back to the sands of Mina A’ Salam in Dubai, on the 19th and 20th of April, 2013,in the front of the iconic Burj Al Arab. International Polo players displayed their sportsmanship while competing for the glory of the famous, original “Beach Polo Cup”. The teams and their renowned patrons included:
Julius Baer team: Patron Rashid Al Habtoor(UAE), Khalaf Al Habtoor(UAE), and Nacho Gonzales (Argentinian)
Aston Martin team: Patron Saeed Bin Drai(UAE), Mohammed Bin Drai (UAE), and Nico Petracci (Argentina)
Le Clos team: Patron Piero Dillier (Switzerland), Dr. Thomas M. Rinderknecht (Switzerland), and Lucas Labat(Argentina)
Maradiva team: Patron Mohammed Al Habtoor (UAE), Habtoor Al Habtoor(UAE), and JJ Storni (Argentina)
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Having grown phenomenally since being founded in 2004 by mamemo productions, the “Beach Polo Cup” has made its way to more than 30 cities all over the world, including Miami and Chicago (USA), Ibiza (Spain), Riviera (Mexico), Rimini (Italy), Poole (England),Sylt (Germany) as well as soon to be, Tianjin (China). “Dubai is continually being stamped on the global map as a world class destination”, says Sam Katiela, ‘Beach Polo Cup’ founder and mamemo productions’ Managing & Creative Director. “Since gaining international momentum and after the success of previous years, it’s now time to bring ‘Beach Polo’ back to Dubai!” Featuring an invitation only Exclusive Players Night on the 18th of April and two days of heart pounding tournaments on the 19th and 20th, Julius Baer Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2013 celebrated the event’s success by bringing polo players from around the world as well as VIPS from the region and abroad. The successful realization of Julius Baer Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2013 could not have been possible without the support and involvement of its sponsors for the four competing teams, Julius Baer Group, Aston Martin, Le Clos and Maradiva, as well as all the event partners involved.
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Nicolas E. Petracchi (Professional Argentinian Polo player and Team Manager for the Bin Drai team) said: “The set up is phenomenally impressive and it’s without a doubt a world class show…playing on sand is not as easy as playing on grass, however the competition was tough and we as the strongest team gave it everything we had.” This year the Julius Baer team took home a competitive win and we can’t wait to see the surprises the teams will come back with next year: faster, stronger and ready.
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Victorious Weekend Victory for JULIUS BAER TEAM in Julius Baer Beach Polo Cup, DUBAI, 2013
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The Julius Baer team won a thrilling 6-3 match over Maradiva team to secure the inaugural Julius Baer Beach Polo Cup, Dubai, 2013 at Mina A’Salam yesterday. The final was watched by a sell-out audience on the beautiful stretch of beach transformed into a beach polo field by mamemo productions. With the sun quickly setting on a stunning weekend of action, the pulsating grand finals was a fitting finale to Dubai’s exciting sporting event. Julius Baer team captain and patron, Rashid Al Habtoor was awarded the Julius Baer Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2013 at the official prize giving ceremony. Sam Katiela, said: “The final was a wonderful way to complete a memorable weekend for the return of the ‘Beach Polo Cup’ to the heart of Dubai. We are so proud of how the event went and we hope Dubai thoroughly enjoyed themselves at what was ‘something a little different’ for the events scene here. We could not have asked for a more entertaining final and along with the beach polo there
was so much more for people to experience. Corporate hospitality was abuzz with activity throughout the weekend.” It was a unique take on the traditions of polo and proved to be a winning formula for spectators who flocked to the stunning venue. A charity auction was held prior to the closing ceremony, showcasing modeled replicas of white horses which were built during the 2 day event and painted beautifully by attending children. All four horses were sold at the total price of AED 130,000. In addition, the Julius Baer management pledged a cheque of AED 50,000 bringing the total to AED180, 000. All proceeds were donated to the Noor Dubai Foundation. The successful realization of the Julius Baer Beach Polo Cup Dubai 2013 could not have been possible without the support and involvement of its sponsors for the four competing teams, Julius Baer Group, Aston Martin, Le Clos and Maradiva, as well as all the event partners involved.
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The Vintage Imagination
By: Sidra Surmed
Alif Gallery Showcases the Legendary Artistic Work of Rimma Gagloeva.
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imma Gagloeva is unquestionably and undeniably one of the finest and the most experienced old masters of ex-USSR. Rimma Gagloeva was born and raised in a tribal village. Since childhood she has been inspired by the colors and hues of nature and parish life. She viewed and absorbed a deliberate and sustained rhythm of village life, with a sort of ritual and poetic verse of work and holidays. The beautiful Ossetian mountains & landscapes have a very deep impact on her personality and the impression has been imprinted on her mind and heart. She grew up with the true beauty of nature which has remained the main subject matter of her work for a lifetime. They are full of evident dynamism and supremacy.
The legendary journey: 1940, a real blessing for the artistic world as Rimma was born in 1940 in Tskhinvali and was brought up in Ossetia, a small tribal village. In 1962 she graduated from the Tskhinvali Art School, and in 1967 graduated from the Tashkent State Theatre and Art Institute named after A. N. Ostrovsky. In 1971, Rimma became a member of the Artists Union of USSR. She is also a member of the creative Association of the Academy of Arts of Uzbekistan since 1997. Rimma Gagloeva lives and works in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. She was named “Honored Artist” of Uzbekistan. Rimma is a regular participant in national and international exhibitions, including solo exhibitions in Russia, Ossetia, Bulgaria & Switzerland. She participated in group exhibitions in State Republic Galleries in England, USA and Germany. Her works have been acquired and belong in the collections of the State Museum of Fine Arts of Uzbekistan and in the State Museum – “Tretyakov Painting Gallery” of Russia. Over the past three eras Gagloeva’s persona of looking and visualizing landscapes and painting them on a canvas has endured fundamental changes. Rimma’s paintings are the reflection of the changes undergone in the relation between man and nature. Nature itself has always been a profound influential element on Gagloeva’s life. Rimma has a completely different perspective when looking and admiring nature’s blessings. For Rimma the mountains are not just a grand assortment of stones, for her it’s a unique outlandish conception of subversive forces, but an inherent & sincere natural habitat. This is why her work often features small tribal villages tagged in the mountains, and human figures in the fields. Alif Art Gallery prepares for its second Central Asia exhibition since the opening in the end of January 2013, featuring artist Rima Gagloeva for the first time in the region. This exhibition reinforces Alif’s mission to bring more awareness to Central Asian art and culture. The upcoming exhibition will run from 22 April till 22 May 2013. Don’t miss it!
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By: Sidra Surmed
The Artistic Avowal of Agony.
Art lovers, make your way to the Green Art Gallery and let yourself plummet into a world of true reality colors and veracity dipped in the tints of emotion.
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Solo Artist Shawki Youssef – a Lebanese born imaginative artist with a portfolio of magnificent works of art showcases his artistic investigation of body representation, “Acid Fields” in contemporary art, and acts as an epilogue to his two previous solo shows; “Hollow Flesh” at Agial Gallery, Beirut and “Fluid Being” at Green Art Gallery, Dubai. His work on both paper and canvas has been muchadmired and characterized by his explosive and visceral depictions of the body, often arousing the marred subjects found in Francis Bacon’s paintings. Ethereal limbs, espousal torsos and fiery fragments, are constantly in a state of flux, depicting the heart wrenching illustration of the effects that disease, war, love and lust, obligate on the public. Youssef’s each and every single paintbrush stroke acts as a diary and archive of what it means to be a body living in the Middle East. His anonymous bodies, which are carved out by every single wave of his brush depicts the manifestation of emotional trauma externalized. In this final installment of work presented in “Acid Fields”, Youssef’s bodies have taken an abstract turn, appearing eerily stagnant and jagged. The fluidity of movement so characteristic of his two previous series appears to have been replaced by the harsher geometry of bone and limb. The violent civil war in Syria, with its reverberations in the entire region, but mostly so in his native homeland, has taken its toll. This absence of a clear and centralized human form not only reflects the artist’s struggle to depict the extent of the emotional repercussions of these growing social wounds, but also creates a map of small spaces, which invite the viewer to trace, decipher, and find meaning alongside him.
Cluster of imaginations The exhibition presents illustrative review and analysis of fashionable emblematic painting in the works of over twenty artists from nine countries. The theme of the exhibition is inspired by a short story of Isaac Asimov from 1941. Its foundation is a mystical query of what happens to the planet and civilization when there is a solar eclipse and nightfall comes. The main focus that exhibiting artists are adopting, includes social crisis and ambiguity, seclusion and solitude, confusion and isolation of a human being, budding tension between nature and civilization and the internal and external skirmish and continuous struggle with oneself and with society. The apocalypse leitmotif is currently very topical; we can perceive and actually feel the instinctual desires to such thinking as a symptom of changes to the world and the setting of collective thought. It is actually a deep as well as a simple way to convey and to portray the catastrophe within oneself. Every wave and movement of these artist’s brush is depicting a new and deep story. This concept of the exhibition interprets contemporary figurative painting based on a sociopolitical context.
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Art Dubai the most successful art exposition yet
By: Sidra Surmed
One of the most electrifying and globalized arty occurrences in the region Dubai has proved to be the hot spot for many expositions. It celebrates every culture and embraces each tradition with arms wide open. This time it was the time to celebrate imagination dipped in colors. Over 25,000 visitors, including curators, collectors, gallerists, artists, and 75 museum groups, alongside with 300 individual museum and institutional senates, gathered to the seventh edition of Art Dubai, the leading modern art fair in the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia.
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rt Dubai’s 2013 edition highlighted its importance as a fair of discovery with a diverse roster of 75 galleries from 30 countries, including a curated introduction to varied art scenes across West Africa. Stemming its global significance through its strong regional foundation, Art Dubai operates as a host for pan-regional exchange and interaction, a key draw for international institutions, curators, and collectors. Of the 500 artists participating this year through exhibiting galleries or Art Dubai’s various programmes, over 50% were from the Middle East, North Africa, and South Asia. Art Dubai further strengthened its credentials as one of the foremost platforms for cultural discussion through the Global Art Forum. Entitled ‘It Means This’, the six-day forum explored ‘definitionism’: with at times standing-room-only presentations by artists such as Michael Stipe, Tarek Atoui, Hassan Khan, Ala Younis, and Manal Al Dowayan; curators Reem Fadda, Hans Ulrich Obrist, and Koyo Kouoh; composer and musician André Vida; and Dr Abdulkhaleq Abdulla,professor of political science. Antonia Carver, Fair Director, Art Dubai, said: “The growth of Art Dubai over the past seven years reflects the rising prominence of the UAE as a centre of art and cultural discourse. We see Art Dubai as a powerful venue for regional and international talents to reach out to new audiences, explore new markets and connect with likeminded collaborators. At the same time, through the Global Art Forum we act as the catalyst for discussions that ripple far beyond the region and extend far beyond the visual arts.” Art Dubai is held under the benefaction of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, who attended the fair and encouraged all the artists for their each and every single stroke. Art Dubai was inaugurated by H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai. Furthermore, H.H. Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum inaugurated the fair’s Ladies’ Day. This year was indeed a huge success, as twenty-eight galleries made their debut this year, which are celebrated international names, to name a few: GAGProjects (Adelaide/Berlin), Yvon Lambert (Paris) and Almine Rech Gallery (Paris/Brussels), joining returning favourites such as Sfeir-Semler (Beirut / Hamburg), Alexander Gray Associates (New York), and The Third Line (Dubai). An estimated 45 million USD worth of artworks were exhibited at Art Dubai over the course of the fourday fair. Strong sales – including major procurements by hoarders and visiting museum groups – were reported at Pilar Corrias (London), Nubuke Foundation (Accra), Athr Gallery (Jeddah) Gallery Isabelle van den Eynde (Dubai), and Galerie Rodolphe Janssen (Brussels). Art Dubai 2013 also featured the largest not-for-profit programme till date and marked history, with over 40 artists participating in Art Dubai Projects - including residencies, commissions, performances, screenings, and a mobile art gallery, as well as dXb store, an initiative that supports UAE based designers. As part of its growing programming, Art Dubai introduced two new elements this year, chief among them Sculpture on the Beach, with signature pieces by Chris Burden and Hassan Sharif. The fair also launched The Sheikha Manal Little Artists Program, reaching out to a new generation of art lovers through discovery tours and activities geared at children and teenagers.This programme is held under the patronage and guidance of Sheikha Manal bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Women’s Establishment, Wife of HH Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Presidential Affairs UAE. Building on this commitment to education, the fair also launched Campus Art Dubai in 2013, in partnership with Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture). Campus Art Dubai runs for 6 months (January-June 2013), offering UAE-based artists and curators monthly Saturday School sessions, culminating in an exhibition in Fall 2013. The programme also includes monthly public seminars.
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Trendy Fusion Love Are you a fan? We are. Imagination and bliss are the ideal fusion; interior designer Nancy Pennikian brings her mystical dĂŠcor ideas to the table.
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ancy Pennikian, a Lebanese beauty with wits indeed. Bubbly in nature and colorful in imagination makes her the UAE’s most happening and jovial lady. Nancy did her BA in Cosmetology and worked as a professional make-up artist for over 8 years. Thereafter she continued her higher studies and completed her masters in Fashion Marketing at ESMODE Dubai. Since her childhood years Nancy enjoys learning about new trends and creating cozy spaces within her home. She grew up with a taste for decorating and buying unique styles of interior design accessories.
EveningZ: What inspires you today? Nancy: For me, my biggest inspiration is traveling and cultures. I love to travel around and absorb the trends and different lifestyles within my very soul. To see different blessings of nature’s and gathering the ideas from nature itself and then putting them together with my own taste is the way I work.
Nancy said, “Designing a home specially the “Living room” is my hobby and I LOVE it....and now I am very enthusiastic to work in this field and I am eager to show the world my taste in designing and making fusionist styled living. Bottom line: Working in the fashion world is my passion and I truly enjoy every bit of it.” Eveningz Team had the chance to chat with charming Nancy to enlighten our readers about the latest trends.
EveningZ: What does “home” mean to you? Nancy: For me home is “happiness and stability of life.” EveningZ:
What determined your passion for design? Tell us about the moment when you decided this is your way to go?
Nancy:
I think it’s in me. When I look at the world I feel like decorating it with my very own ideas. During my childhood I use to decorate my dolls’ house but then as we grow up, sometimes those juvenile passions fade away or should I say they develop a fear of showing up. After I got married, I was very much inspired by my husband’s profession and his world of interiors, and I would say that he is the one who helped me to follow my dreams.
EveningZ: What was your first project? Nancy: My own house. From the fire to sparks my house is the ultimate perception of my imagination.
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EveningZ: Which is your favorite travel destination? Nancy: Unquestionably, it is Paris. Paris is full of love, vintage and
EveningZ: Do you have any rules? Nancy: No, I never restrict myself. I don’t limit myself in a certain
elite, classy and fashionable, cultural and historical. It is full of art. For me it’s just Wow.
way.
EveningZ: What would be your recommendation for “what to do
designing?
first” in a decorating project?
Nancy: I always think in such a way that the piece that I design is easy to use. I believe in bringing comfort to life. The colors that u like, you should always choose them, though it’s fun to take risks sometimes. Create something with the passion of love blending it with your own taste and the unification of comfort and luxury is very important.
Nancy:
Always keep these steps in your mind:
First step You need to understand your very inner self. What do you want to achieve? Everybody has their own ideas to make their home ideal and perfect.
Second step You need to sit with your designer and let him/her understand your perception and the theme you have.
Third Step You need to incorporate your ideas with the latest trends. It is not at all necessary to follow the path of trends but it should be the communal thing. You need to understand the latest trends and then think of the way to portray it with your own taste.
Fourth step Last but not the least; you need to keep the balance in pricing and quality. Don’t fall a prey of wasting money and get nothing. You need keep a balance; it will require a bit effort but trust me it is worth a try.
EveningZ: What are your feelings and thoughts when you are
EveningZ: What fashionable trends are in nowadays? Nancy: In general, the combinations of fabrics like: leather with velvet, leather and cotton. To create a trendy look for your house, the usage of strong colors with soft and subtle flair is a perfect theme you need to follow. A very classical sofa with a very funky table is the new trend.
EveningZ: What colors are now trendy? Nancy: The monochromes, never forget
it. White and black, it always gives a brilliant look to your sitting area. Spring season is all about strong fuchsia, turquoise, folio and flashy colors.
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2013’s Top Splendid Yachting Hotspots
By: Sidra Surmed
The world’s chicest sites for your perfect yachting experience
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Any person, in any part of the world hankers to have a magnificent getaway to sail around the beautiful coasts and enjoy the damp natures’ blessings using none other than a glamorous yacht. Imagine a perfect lavish vacation by the pacifying sea giving you peace at it’s finest with a dash of energetic spirit.
Sochi - Russia The Rivera of the week is Russia and Russia’s ritziest resort. With just a few months to go before the 2014 winter Olympics - kicking off in Sochi - there are more towering cranes and private planes on show than in downtown Dubai. This universal evenhanded episode marks Sochi as this season’s super yacht must-see. Its novel piazzas, gardens, eateries and taverns are best appreciated on a sunny summer’s day.
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Maddalena Islands - Italy Italia, a place to love and fall in love, but this time let yourself be seduced by the romantic splashes of water. The Maddalena Islands is nature’s gift to yachtsmen with the Maddalena island in particular being well-known for its shorelines and beaches; it is blessed and written off by rocky granitic territory and has some antique ramparts. All blessed with Italian bites and enwrapped with misty Italian love, this spot is one of the hottest yachting locations found to date.
Kaş – Turkey Kaş is a trivial fishing, diving, yachting and vacationer’s town in Turkey. One of the best Mediterranean packages with a backdrop of Roman ruins all settled with Italianate quadrangles and a dash of Arabian sheesha cafes. Grilled octopus and stuffed squid are the adored delicacies, which are unquestionably a treat for seafood lovers. Kaş’ breath taking marina and the iconic white stoned scenery makes it even more tempting and a top quixotic voyage spot.
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Rio – Brazil Ever heard of the most visited city in the southern hemisphere? It is undoubtedly Rio de Janeiro. Enfolding in green mountains and silky smooth beaches makes Rio the seamless advert for nature lovers. As summer approaches, we would say this is the perfect time to visit Rio to have the ultimate yachting experience.
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A Numbers Game Dubai is a city where bigger is better-with Burj Khalifa, the biggest tower, and Dubai Mall, one of the biggest malls in the world. However, there is one peculiar area in Dubai where lesser is better and that is the Dubai number plates!
By: Varsha Phulwani
The people of Dubai have a soft corner for small digits – the lower the number on the license plate – the more money is shelled out on it. In many cases, the number plate costs much more than the car itself. For instance, an entry level Mercedes G-class 2012 model in the United Arab Emirates starts at 331,000 AED. However, a two-digit license plate will cost you 250,000 AED. And that is just the starting price! You should probably expect to pay a lot more given the fierce competitive bidding that takes place for these coveted license plates.
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he following are actual Dubai license plate numbers from an auction held by the Roads and Transport Authority of the Government of Dubai (www.rta.ae). The prices next to the number plates up for auction are the reserve prices in Emirati dirhams (AED) – that’s what the bidding merely starts at. Buyers from Abu Dhabi are credited with 37 of the top 50 most expensive license plates to ever be sold (collectively spending a groundbreaking Dh222.9m). In 2008, license plate No 1 broke the world record as the most expensive, fetching a whopping Dh52.2 million in fierce bidding in neighboring emirate of Abu Dhabi. Saeed Al Khouri, 25, a businessman in Abu Dhabi, won the number plate after a furious contest in the final stages of the auction. He broke the record by paying more than double the previous record which went to plate No 5 that sold for Dh25.2 million and is owned by his cousin Talal Ali Mohammad Khouri, also a prominent businessman. Is this numbers game about lavish purchases only? It is not. The good that comes from such auctions is that the money generated is used for charitable purposes. For example, the money which came from the purchase of license plate No 1 was used to establish a specialized hospital in Abu Dhabi for accident victims. The Licensing Agency, Roads & Transport Authority (RTA) offered 101 distinguished number plates in its 79th Open Auction spanning a variety of codes including
three digit Value: 80,000/-
G
515 I
131 616
I G k I G
113 133 611 771 988
G
190 J 910 H
140 360
612 H 801 H
201 J 801 J
108 786
Value: 60,000/-
H k I G G
118 599 722 881 998
H G G H
Value: 50,000/-
k
210 H
Value: 35,000/-
I I
“During the Auction, 101 distinctive licensing numbers were on offer including binary plates such as (N 25), 3-digit plates such as (N 200), 4-digit plates such as (N 3333), and 5-digit plates such as (N 77777),” he explained. The Director of RTA Vehicles Licensing called on individuals interested in taking part in the Auction to register through Deira Licensing Center, Main Customers Service Center, Unified Municipal Services Center at Al Tawar, or online through the RTA portal. Next time you can’t decide what to revamp your ride with, you may want to consider embellishing it with a special number. Whether you choose number 5, 25, or 205, this luxury is one that comes with an advantage: the bonus of helping those in need.
two digit 191 J 686 G
G
G, H, I, J, K, L, M and N on Saturday March 16th. The closer the position of the letter is to “A” in the alphabet, the more expensive it tends to be. Mohammed Abdul Karim Nimaat, Director of Vehicles Licensing, RTA Licensing Agency, said: “The Auction encompassed a range of distinguished numbers among the most sought-after by the public in order to meet the expectations of clients who are the backbone of successes made by our past auctions, be it open or online.”
116 144 711 788 991
Value: 250,000/-
H G F
27 37 82
three digit Value: 140,000/-
H
300
Value: 130,000/-
J
606 J
101
Value: 120,000/-
J
770
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The Seven Star Itch
By: Varsha Phulwani
How Burj Al Arab got titled the world’s first seven star hotel
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n hotel reviews and industry pamphlets, Dubai’s Burj al Arab is lauded with “seven star” descriptions. The reality is, of course, that no hotel has such a rating. Even the Burj al Arab’s management company describes the hotel as simply a “five-star deluxe” property. “There’s not a lot we can do to stop it,” says a spokeswoman from the Jumeirah Group. “We’re not encouraging the use of the term. We’ve never used it in our advertising.” According to the group, the seven-star rating emerged when a British journalist who visited the hotel on a pre-opening press trip described the Burj al Arab in her article as above and beyond anything she had ever seen and called it a seven-star hotel. We say she had good reason to do so. The icon of Dubai, Burj Al Arab rises out of its own manmade island 280 meters from the Jumeirah coast, 15km south of the city and 25km from Dubai International Airport. It is one of the tallest hotels in the world and resembles the sail of a traditional boat called dhow (which acts as a tribute towards the historical reputation of Dubai as a fishing village of the past).Visible from almost everywhere in the city, it is linked to the shore by a slender, gently curving causeway. The hotel’s external lighting schemes, from white light to a multicolored one, change from one to another every 30 minutes expressing the evening’s progress.
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urj Al Arab is an all-suite hotel that encompasses 28 double stories to contain the 202 luxury duplexes of superior standard. You have the option to rent a one-bedroom suite which will cost you around $1,200 a night, or you can choose to have an extremely lavish royal suite which costs you around $30,000. The unrivalled personalized service is a signature of Burj Al Arab. Burj Al Arab has over 1500 staff members, which is the highest guest to staff ratio anywhere in the world, to really deliver the luxury experience. Each suite in the hotel has its own butler and provides you an excellent view of the gulf. All rooms of the hotel contain the absolute latest and cutting edge in television and technology. With the video monitoring security, you can easily see who is at the door and open it without having to leave your bed. One of the main attractions of the hotel is the underwater seafood restaurant known by the name of Al-Mahara. This seafood restaurant can be accessed through the underwater passage that features an aquarium filled with sharks. If however, you want to do something different, you can dine with the stars at the Al Muntaha restaurant. The restaurant is at 600 feet above sea level, and provides a stunning view over the night sky and the entire Arabian Gulf. The hotel comes with both outdoor and in-door pools, accompanied by a lounge area with a bar serving beverages and snacks. It also has a golf riding range and a running track for those looking for some movement. However, what Burj Al Arab is most famous for is the out-door tennis court nested on a platform right by the tip of the hotel. Playing tennis on this platform is guaranteed to give you chills!
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f, rather, you are in the mood for relaxing, then you can head up to the 18th floor of the hotel to the Assawan Spa & Health Club. From the moment you arrive, you’ll begin a journey of total relaxation to rejuvenate body and mind. Bathed in natural light, this ground-breaking spa offers a sanctuary for guests to indulge in an extensive menu of pampering treatments – all designed to reinvigorate and restore. From facials and organic body wraps to Chakra balancing hot stone massage, each treatment uses the highest quality products and latest methods in personal care. The spacious Assawan spa is housed over two levels, and boasts enough luxurious serenity to calm even the most hectic lifestyle. Clearly no expense has been spared. Not suited to everyone’s taste, however, some might class the décor on the gaudy end of the spectrum. Regardless, few can deny the sumptuous style of living provided here. Taking the airport pick-up to a whole new level, the Burj Al Arab offers an exclusive helicopter transfer to the top of its private helipad. It doesn’t get more opulent (or extravagant) than that! On the seven star rating, General Manager of the Burj Al Arab Heinrich M. Morio said, “We don’t call ourselves a seven-star hotel - we are very particular and careful about that - but this is the image we have after a journalist labeled us a seven-star hotel and it never left us. This is the label we have, so the expectations are enormously high, but we are able to match these expectations and exceed them because of the fantastic resources we have to work with.”
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Katsuo Tataki Salad From the recipes of Reif Othaman, Executive Head Chef, Zuma Dubai, we bring you the finest Japanese delicacy. What you need: Sushi/Sashimi Katsuo 6pcs
Onion Mix Daikon Cress 3g Sliced Onion 12g
Tsuma Mix Tuna 29g Sliced Carrot 29g 3g Sliced Cucumber
Sauce Ponzu 400ml Yamasa soy sauce 200ml
Ginger juice 60ml Momoji oroshi 25g 180ml Sudachi/Yuzu juice Hon dashi 30g Suri Goma
Garnish Garlic chip Pinch of Shio kombu Jullien Myoga
6pcs 1g
How you do it: Onion Mix: Cut all the ingredients and dip them in water for a short period. Drain all the moisture from the ingredients. Mix Tsuma : Cut all the ingredients and dip the carrot and cucumber in the water. Keep the tuna aside. Drain all the moisture from the ingredients.
Sauce : Measure and mix all the ingredients.
Steps: 1. Set the mixed tsuma onto a plate 2. Stack the sliced katsuo nicely on top of the tsuma, leaving some distance between each piece. 3. Put the onion mix in the middle of katsuo and sprinkle it with a pinch of shio kombu. 4. Sprinkle the sauce mix on top of all the ingredients on the plate. 5. Finish the dish by placing each garlic chip on top of the every piece of the katsuo along with the jullien Myoga.
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