June 2018 FASHION
Fashion Clippings p. 14 Beauty Clippings p. 16 Feature: SS18 Trends by Flare PR p. 18 Bijoux: Latest Bijoux Releases p. 22 Bridal Runway p. 24 Interview: Farah & Zeina Hosny p. 32
LIFESTYLE
Interview: Dr. Riyadh Al-Buqumi p. 38 Feature: Flair’s Ultimate Wedding Guide p. 42 Feature: Mini-Moon Getaways p. 50 Feature: Visions in White p. 54 Feature: Best Moments from the Royal Wedding p. 58 Exhibitionist: The World of the Fatimids p. 60
REGULARS Editor’s Note p. 5 Happenings p. 8 FLAIR Loves p. 10 Stylish Living p. 64
EDITOR’S NOTE
To Have & To Hold
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ust on the heels of Ramadan, we delve right into the wedding season. And the recent royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle has already got us in the mood for all the wedding festivities yet to come. Daniela Bonetto rounds up our favorite moments of the wedding of the year that took place in St. George’s Chapel. Meanwhile, for more royal inspiration for your wedding dress make sure to read Kate Dannies’ Visions in White, where she highlights stunning wedding gowns as worn by royals and A-class celebs throughout history. A must read this issue is FLAIR’s Ultimate Wedding Guide. From dress designers, makeup artists, and pre-wedding prep-we have got you covered. These are the names you need to know before you plan for a picture-perfect wedding. Enjoy the issue, Hind El Ramly editor@flair-magazine.com
MY PICKS FOR THE ISSUE
Latest Bijoux Releases p. 22
Bridal Spring 2019 Runway p. 24
Interview with Farah & Zeina Hosny p. 32
Romantic Mini-Moons p. 50
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DANIELA BONETTO A psychology graduate who probably needed a therapist herself, Daniela decided that her form of expression was writing. Curiosity, tenacity and just enough vanity has brought her to desire ‘all things beautiful’ which she extends to in her lifestyle blog, “theinkedition.com” Excited about the world, her greatest pleasure is traveling and discovering new things.
BASHAYER ALRIDI An advertising and public relations graduate, Bashayer is incredibly passionate about movies. The social media enthusiast also has a knack for photography and is a makeup addict!
TONY ATIA NOUR IBRAHIM Student. Loves Star Wars, Harry Potter, and Comic books. Bakes for unhealthy amount of time.
“Don’t just make an eye catching design; create ideas to change minds.” With a passion for drawing and art, Tony started to design graphics at the age of 15. He loves the guitar ,the violin and the cello as well as reading and playing sports.
KATE DANNIES Kate is a writer an editor with a penchant for luxury, history, and politics, which she has found to surprisingly compatible. An adopted Cairene for six years, Kate currently lives in exile in Washington DC.
OMNEYA SARAH GUIRGUIS EL AWAMRY For as long as she can remember, Sarah has had a passion for creative writing. Being on the lookout for inspiration anywhere she goes, she also has a knack for photography. She lives by the quote, “What is done in love is done well,” and believes that everyone’s potential is endless and worth being explored.
Our new Advertising & Sales Director has worked many years in the field of PR and communications. She believes that hard work and passion will lead you to success.
AMY N PUGSLEY Amy is the latest contributor to join the magazine. She is a Persian-Canadian international development specialist and an educator living in Cairo.
MAGED AZOZ Incredibly dedicated to his work, Maged’s passion is unmeasurable! Flair Magazine truly is his baby.
CHRISTENA SAMIR
Our new office coordinator studied information systems and computer programming. A self proclaimed shopaholic, Christena loves to travel and experience new things.
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HAPPENINGS
AccorHotels Acquires Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts AccorHotels announced its signed agreement with Mövenpick Holding and Kingdom Holding to acquire Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts, for a cash amount of CHF560 million (€482 million). The transaction will have an accretive impact on Group earnings from the first year. Sébastien Bazin, Chairman and CEO of AccorHotels, said, “With the acquisition of Mövenpick, we are consolidating our leadership in the European market and are further accelerating our growth in emerging markets, in particular in Middle East, Africa and Asia-Pacific. By joining the Group, Mövenpick will benefit from AccorHotels’ power, particularly in terms of distribution, loyalty-building and development.”
ShareTheMeal Event at Cairo Marriott As part of Marriott International’s continuous initiative to support the community, known as “Serve 360”, over a hundred guests shared their Iftar together at Salon Vert. The aim of the event was to increase awareness about Ramadan campaign Sharek Iftarek and ShareTheMeal mobile application by World Food Program. The event was organized in collaboration with MBC Hope and World Food Program (WFP). UN Goodwill ambassador and glamorous superstar Hend Sabry empowered guests to use social media for charity purposes, assuring that this is what ShareTheMeal application aims to do. The goal of the year is to provide meals for 5000 persons in Palestinian, Syria and Yemen.
“Jaz Collection” Acquires 3 New Properties The board of Jaz Collection has announced the acquisition of three new properties; “Jaz Turtle Bay” in Marsa Alam, “Jaz Casa Del Mar” and “Jaz Casa Del Mar Resort” in Hurghada - two potential vacation spots with magnificent Red Sea shores. By adding the 3 new resorts to the existing portfolio, Jaz collection will offer more diversified options to vacation seekers. Jaz Turtle Bay is located at Marsa Mubarak, one of the most famous spots for green turtles and dugong, featuring 190 modern rooms, a wide choice of dining options, health centre, kids club, and 2 swimming pools, in addition to an array of recreational activities. Jaz Casa Del Mar and Jaz Casa Del Mar Resort offer 430 spacious guest rooms, 4 Restaurants and 5 bars, 2 swimming pools with kid’s area, tennis courts, and diving centre.
Ahl Masr Launches #عاشت_االسام ي
At a night to remember with an authentic “El Leyla El Kebira” theme, over 1600 people including ministers, government officials, celebrities and prominent businessman shared with Ahl Masr the launch of its new initiative # عاشت_االساميduring their third Annual Charity Sohour. The initiative is about encouraging people to buy an engraved brick with their name or the name of someone else according to their preference in support of Ahl Masr Nonprofit Trauma Burn Hospital Building. The building will be composed of 36,000 brick, which they’re hoping will all be engraved with their contributors’ names.
IHG Citystars Donates Food to Arab Sarab Village This year, InterContinental Hotels Group Citystars decided to have a different approach to celebrate Ramadan. The hotel joined forces with Resalet Nour Ala Nour Charity association and visited Arab Sarab village in Shabrament, Sakkara district on the outskirts of Giza Governorate to distribute basic food supplies that would be sufficient to support the families for 2 weeks during Ramadan.
Renault Egypt Team Honored Celebrating the achievements of the Renault team’s phenomenal 2018 Q1 sales, the leading French brand honored their team for their exceptional effort during a visit to Renault’s regional headquarters in Paris where a delegation from EIM was received. The award recognized EIM for achieving unprecedented sales in Q1 2018, the best in the last 5 years.
Semiramis InterContinental Awarded “Best Business Hotel in Cairo” The region’s leading travel and hospitality magazine, Business Traveller Middle East, hosted its acclaimed awards ceremony at the Palazzo Versace on 22 April 2018, celebrating the region’s best in business travel and hospitality sectors as voted for by the public. The Semiramis InterContinental Cairo walked away with the “Best Business Hotel in Cairo” award at this year’s prestigious Business Traveller Middle East Awards, adding another distinguished award to their cabinet. “There is no greater seal of approval than being recognized by one’s customers,” said Sameh Sobhy, General Manager of Semiramis InterContinental Cairo.
SODIC Hosts Media Partners For Iftar Marking another year of success and achievements in the Egyptian market, SODIC welcomed Ramadan with its longterm media partners over Iftar. The Iftar took place at Bab El Nile tent at Fairmont Nile City where the media enjoyed the oriental atmosphere by the Nile. During the Iftar, Magued Sherif, Managing Director of SODIC and Senior Management Team, shed light on the recent operational updates of the company.
Nawaret El Qasr Sohour at Cairo Marriott Cairo Marriott was pleased to welcome its loyal guests to the Palace for a legendary sohour. This year, the stunning Pool Deck was revealed with the Palace view as a backdrop. The theme for the night was Nawaret El Qasr, a welcoming message that goes back to the golden era of Modern Egypt when Khedive Ismail decided to celebrate his three sons and only daughter’s wedding ceremony, known as Afrah El Angal.
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FLAIR #LOVES By Daniela Bonetto
NAP TIME ALL THE TIME
This day bed is a collaboration between the designer Sacha Walckhoff, the fabric company Lelièvre and Savoir Beds. As far as day beds go we are in love! [from €29,095.40; savoirbeds.co.uk]
SUMMER HIGHLIGHTS
There is nothing more inviting than a blush armchair when the summer is in view. But Artemist is catching our attention with also the most fabulous pendant which we are literally gushing over. Gimme, gimme, gimme! (Pendant by Plato Design, £355 & armchair by Claesson Koivisto Rune by Tacchini, £2,460; artemist.com)
HEY MAMA! Why wait for the honeymoon when you could have a premoon? Its all the rave, haven’t you heard?? This season Belgrade sees the opening of our beloved Mama Shelter so it’s the perfect excuse to drop all plans and jet to this funky new establishment. { rooms from €69; mamashelter.com }
ANYONE FOR A MARHMELLOW? We love the names; Royal Stranger with the new Marshmellow collection. But there is one piece we have our hearts set on and its Marshmallow Double Stool in green with a velvet upholstery and brass accents. It’s so good we could eat it. ( €1,950; royalstranger.com )
PILLOW TALK! Or should that read, pillow fight? To have or not to have – I think that is the dilemma all couples have over, err, how many pillows go on the bed! Don’t know you but when I see a pair so chic I just have to have a dozen. Did you catch that, love? {from €110; restorationhardware.com }
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Fashion
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FASHION CLIPPINGS By Nour Ibrahim
AI Predicting Fashion Trends IBM and the Fashion Institute of technology developed a device that can help filter through all past designs, styles and collections to further help the fashion industry. All styles come from some form of inspiration, and the Cognitive Print is the place to go for this inspiration, calculating current and past trends and evaluating what combination of trends will sell and what past trend may resurface. It also reduces risk of inadvertent plagiarism, allowing for the release of new lines with further ease.
Adidas Predator 18+ Adidas football has released its all new Predator 18+, its new boot set to be worn on-pitch at the 2018 FIFA World Cup Russia by Paul Pogba and Mesut Ozil. The electric yellow and black design will be available in Stadium, Cage and Street versions. The Predator 18+ features a Purecut Laceless system for the ultimate control with a Boost midsole for energy return for every step. Perfect for any match requiring flexibility, strength and durability.
Major Brands Join MFC scheme The MFC scheme (or the Make Fashion Circular scheme) was set up by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation to promote the reduction of waste in fashion by recycling raw materials and products. The two major brands joining this positive movement are H&M and Burberry. The aim of the scheme is to create an “unstoppable momentum� that will motivate an economy that never wastes clothes. With such major backing, the movement seems well underway to becoming a revolutionary prospect to which other brands could easily contribute.
Savage x Fenty While the nude makeup scene is taking strides in becoming more inclusive by added shades for women of darker color, Rihanna’s Fenty is taking it a step further by including nude underwear in her latest collaboration with lingerie line Savage. While the line contains many forms of lingerie, all as daring and sultry as the singer herself, the nude underwear line is truly the showstopper. Little brands think of woman of darker color when creating nude lines, so for a majorly iconic brand to unleash a line thinking specifically of this neglected minority is truly a notable feat.
Comme des Garcons CDG The worlds most avant-garde fashion house Comme des Garcons has released a new brand by the name of CDG. This brand is meant to appeal to a more casual set of wear that still connects to the house’s eccentric roots. Creating trainers and T-shirts with the bold lettering of CDG aligned in the most unique ways, the brand attempts to create a line that will remain relevant way into the future. Its modern designs and abstract patterns allow for a truly unique line.
Burberry Sues Target Burberry is suing Target for ripping off the iconic check print style that the brand is known for. It is not everyday that a luxury brand decides to sue a commercial one, but with the success of Target and its cheaper items, compared to Burberry’s luxury ones, many may see Targets copy-cat as a cheaper substitute for the original, which is clearly an issue. Commercial sells more than luxury, which is why the brand had to take action, despite the clear distinction of their consumer markets. Burberry is suing Target for $2 million dollars. It will be interesting to see what Target will do in response to the litigation.
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BEAUTY CLIPPINGS By Nour Ibrahim
Lancôme x Proenza Fashion brand, Proenza Schouler has teamed up with the French luxury beauty brand Lancôme to create a new and fresh makeup line. The line’s central theme revolves around women empowerment. The color palette is deliberately fresh and popping for the daring women. Although they only released a preview so far of the bold line, we are excited to see where the collaboration goes.
Soy Face Cleanser When it comes to beauty, one size does not fit all in most casesFresh’s Soy Face Cleanser, however, is the exception. This soy-based face wash is being sold every minute across the world due to its amazing results for oily, dry, mixed and normal skin. The wash not only removes makeup (and is completely safe for the eyes) but also hydrates the skin leaving it plump and refreshed. The wash also doesn’t leave the skin oily like an oil-based face wash may do or strip the skin dry like a water-based wash might. Instead, the soy base allows for the perfect balance, as well as having the added benefits of rosewater for balanced skin, cucumber for calming and borage seed oil for hydration. This plus the firming technique of the soy leaves any skin in better condition than ever.
Haus Beauty by Lady Gaga Celebs these days are creating makeup brands left and right, but its not everyday that an icon such as Lady Gaga, known for her highly unique style- takes a try at the industry. Providing the whole nine yards of beauty products, even including body oil and sunscreen, all in the style of Lady Gaga, this rumored line looks to be filled with an endless amount of celebrity goods. While not much news is out on the actual line, the name Haus beauty has officially been trademarked by Gaga, meaning developments of the collection are well under way. We can’t wait!
Mark Jacobs Rose Gold Set Rose gold has been trending for a while now, and although its hype has slowly dwindled down since the rise of more retro colors in 2018, it still has its loyal fanbase. To the fanbase, Marc Jacobs gifts the comeback of the Coconut Fantasy Collection. This tropical smelling line includes all shades of rose gold in all forms. With summer coming up, the warm hues of the collection are most definitely welcomed, as they complete the look of any beachside glow.
Sephora’s Clean Beauty Categorization in any makeup store can go by brand, product or even color. The world’s biggest beauty retailer- Sephora, however has decided to segment its products in a new manner-labeling some products as “clean”. Said to be both environmentally and animal friendly, the consumption of clean make up has been continuously on the rise and many are making the move to obtain products that will not only benefit them, but the world around them as well.
Bite Beauty Astrology Collection Did you ever wonder, if you were a lipstick, what shade would you be? Well Bite Beauty has the answer in the form of an astrological inspired line. This lipstick line releases a new shade with the start of every sun sign. For example, they had an earthy nude for the sign of Taurus, and now the new limited-edition lip shade to release is the two-faced (or in this case two-shaded) Gemini lipstick that includes a lipstick that is quite literally half soft pink and half bright red. This is meant to celebrate the duality of the sign; just as past shades have celebrated the essence of the others such as the down-to-earth nature inspiring an earthy color for the Tarsus. The line is to continue until all the signs are complete, however every lip color starts and ends with their sign.
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FEATURE
SS’ 18 Trend Report by FLARE PR Location: @artsmartgallery Photographer: @batoolaldaawi Stylist: @aishaayoussef MUA: @dianaharbymua Hair: @amr.kamelstylist @ellesaloneg Models: @hebaeldessouky & @reemelbakri_
We are used to seeing the season’s trends through the viewpoint of international fashion houses, so it is refreshing to get the lowdown on the season’s hottest trends from Egypt’s best local designers. For the latest season, Cairo’s Fashion PR agency Flare has created a shoot combining art and fashion in order to showcase Egypt’s emerging talents, focusing not only on fashion designers but Egypt’s artists as well.
Denim Jackets: @mgmp.official Skirts: @lou_by_hebatullah Red sheer top (on Heba): @orandomxo Bags: @omnisclutches Shoes: @misuradsgns Jewelry: @indira_nyc Shades: @posh_shades
Pants and Kimono: @lou_by_hebatullah Metallic top and metallic shorts: @orandomxo Sequin White Top (on Heba): @zakhrafa_official Bags: @omnisclutches Shoes: @jaydahany Jewelry: @indira_nyc Shades: @posh_shades
Describing the shoot to us, the agency said that “the beauty of this shoot is that each designer is completely different and unique in their style and aesthetic, yet in order to create a successful editorial story, we sought to unite their unique identities under a common theme which was six look book portraits inspired by Flare’s vision of the strongest Spring/Summer 2018 trends” The shoot brings together a selection of Egyptian Ready-To-Wear and Accessories brands showcasing their new collections.
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Denim Pieces: @orandomxo Pencil Skirt: @azwak_ Plastic Vest: @lou_by_hebatullah Bags: @omnisclutches Shoes: @misuradsgns Jewelry: @indira_nyc Shades: @posh_shades
The shoot took place at Cairo’s leading Arts-Mart Gallery, an art exhibition space where art enthusiasts can immerse themselves into the experience of viewing and shopping for artwork by local prominent as well as emerging artists in a creative and inspiring venue. These artists include big names such as Ibrahim El Tanbouli, Ayyad El Nimer and Klay Kassem. Designers included in the shoot are Lou By Hebatullah, O Random, Zakhrafa, Amina K, Azwak, MGMP, Misura, Jayda Hany, Omni’s, Gamila, Indira, and finally Egyptian Eyewear Boutique Posh Shades which is a concept eyewear boutique offering carefully curated international eye wear by Egyptian Yasmine Sarwat. Trends featured in the shoot include athleisure, haute denim, sheer, pastels, metallics, plastic, mixed prints, and more.
Sequin Red Pants and Top: @zakhrafa_official Floral Kimono and Floral Pants: @aminak_egypt Puff Sleeve Jacket: @orandomxo Bags: @gamila.official Shoes: @misuradsgns Jewelry: @indira_nyc Shades: @posh_shades
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BIJOUX
Latest Bijoux
RELEASES
Azza Fahmy’s Desert Delight In their latest collection, Azza Fahmy takes us on a mystical and enchanted cultural journey inspired by the continents of North Africa, with Egypt’s Eastern and Western deserts, India, Asia, with a nod to the era of the Ottoman Empire for the 2018 collection entitled ‘Gypsy’. Intricately designed by Amina Ghali, Azza Fahmy’s Head of Design, the 14 piece hand-crafted collection creatively epitomises the spirit of avant-garde desert lifestyles and delivers a mix of multi-cultural characteristics and shapes of tribal jewellery while celebrating the vibrancy of the Desert Gypsy woman and the modern nomad traveller.
Messika’s Shahrazad Recently released during BaselWorld, Messika Paris’s pieces from the latest High Jewellery collection comes the exquisite Shahrazad Shirin collection as part of Arabian Nights collection. Inspired by the tales of the Arabian Nights, and intimately linked to the beauty of the women who appear within them, with Shirin being the queen of queens amongst these enchanting stories. The Shirin choker and bandeau necklace showcases a perfect diagonal alignment of lines of 77 marquise-cut diamonds. Beautifully versatile; the three rows underneath the necklace are detachable. This audacious necklace is complemented by a ring to be worn on the middle and ring fingers, linked by a delicate chain adorned with diamonds, as well as a bracelet and a pair of asymmetrical earrings that clip onto the lobe at different levels.
Reem Jano’s Connection Reem Jano jewellery has launches its SS’18 collection titled Connect to the Source, inspired from the true nature of humanity and the connection with one’s inner-self, spirituality, and everlasting bliss. The collection features an array of 22 sterling silver and 18k gold pieces, all of which make a bold statement complimented by rich space colors including shades of blue, black, green and orange. The use of sterling silver attracts positivity since it’s closely associated with the moon; one of its key traits is that it increases sensitivity and warmth within people.
Delectable Jewels from Bulgari More than 100 new pieces were created for Bulgari’s latest high jewellery collection. But what has our mouths running is their Festa dell’Infanzia collection, which has a playful twist. The collection is inspired by dreams of childhood and happiness. “The main inspiration of the Festa collection is happiness. Joy, and sharing that joy with others in a public or private celebration is very much part of the Italian art de vivre,” says Lucia Silvestri, director of creation at Bulgari. The collection includes delectable designs which include ice-cream and lollipop brooches.
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BRIDAL RUNWAY
Here Comes
bride the
Marchesa
Elie Saab
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Zuhair Murad
Marchesa
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Naeem Khan
Vera Wang
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Viktor & Rolf
INTERVIEW
Sister Act
Farah & Zeina Hosny By Sarah Guirguis
As two sisters who grew up as a band of triplets with their brother, Farah Hosny followed her dream to become a professional photographer, while Zeina Hosny followed her calling to becoming a couture designer. Even though each of their work is individually exceptional they often work together, becoming a force to be reckoned with. We sat to talk with the talented sisters about their work and aspirations. How did you come to collaborate with each other?
FH: We started when I went to New York to study photography. She sent me a few of her dresses and I shot them with Miss Turkey in Central Park and then with a Russian model in Brooklyn. This was our first collaboration and the second one happened to be both our graduation projects, called “Syria in My Heart”. We’re half Syrian and so the project was inspired by Syria and the dresses, and the culture. My sister’s graduation project was the dresses and mine was the photography of the dresses. When I came back, I took her room and opened my studio in her workshop, and then we collaborated on her bridal collection.
What does each of you admire the most about your sister’s work?
FH: The elegance. The class. I love that she doesn’t conform to public taste in Egypt. She always fixes herself in a unique position in the market and maintains a standard that she would never compromise. ZH: She always refers to her rich educational background. She doesn’t like to shoot without having everything set up the way she knows it should be – specifically according to what she learned in New York. Her work is definitely more of a higher standard than what I normally see with other photographers.
Zeina Hosny Where did you learn about design and how has it affected your current career?
I’ve always wanted to study fashion design at university but my father didn’t agree with me at the beginning. He said it’s too risky and that I should go for something that I can make a career of, so I ended up studying marketing. During my third year, I went to a workshop every other day in Damascus. It’s where I learned the know-how of fashion making, and I produced pieces for that workshop for two consecutive years. When my father noticed my passion for fashion, he agreed to take it a step further and let me study fashion at Italian fashion academy when we moved to Cairo because of the war in Syria. For three intensive years, I studied everything that has to do with fashion and I won first place out of thirty other contestants at the fashion runway competition with Red Square. That’s when my father realized I have a future in fashion, so I ended up training in Dubai with Houida Baridi after that and then in Beirut with Tony Ward. Without my educational background, I wouldn’t know what is missing in my designs, and what is actually doable and what’s not. Training in other people’s workshops and working under experienced designers and under the pressure of real workshop was definitely necessary for me to be able to run my own workshop.
Why go for couture?
For me, casuals are very simple but I love the details I get to do in soirée/couture. I definitely prefer high fashion because it includes more details, like the embroidery, the cut lines and the fit of a dress - to exactly suit the client’s body, which gives me quite the challenge.
How do you manage client relationships, specifically when it comes to bridal dresses?
Honestly, it’s difficult because you face different personalities all the time. Some are very pushy. Some are very calm. Some let you do what you want, while others are very picky and make you change the design over and over.
We can tell that you’re all for women empowerment. How do you translate that in your dresses?
I think I have built my identity as a designer and people recognize it now. I believe that very edgy dresses and fine cuts reflect women empowerment. When a dress has a million ideas jammed into it, the woman wearing it comes off as if she doesn’t know what she’s doing, unlike the woman who’s wearing an edgy dress and is confident of what she’s wearing.
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Farah Hosny When did you discover your passion for photography?
Ever since I was a kid, I used to walk around with a camera in my hand. I decided to pursue photography when I came to Egypt. I learned from my sister’s footsteps that the only way my father was going to let me study photography after marketing is to see that I’m actually passionate about it. I took a few courses in Egypt and I wanted to train with some photographers but none of them actually accepted, so I decided to go to New York. I stayed there for one year and came back with a diploma.
What was it like to learn from artists and photographers in New York?
New York was a life-changing experience for me. I don’t think anywhere else would’ve worked for me. Just choosing to
learn in New York, which is both a fashion and photography hub was right up my lane. I learned a lot from the teachers at school but more than that, from the art of the city. It’s like walking around in an open museum. We used to visit art galleries at least four or five times a week and we don’t go back to the same gallery, so that’s how rich New York is with art and inspiration. The knowledge you gain there is nothing compared to what you can gain here. It was also a very hands-on program, definitely unlike the theoretical teaching systems I came across in Egypt. I used to book studios at least twice or three times a week and I would spend my weekends there, and that’s how I learned that knowledge and experience go side by side in photography.
What impact do you hope to have on people with your work? I would love to leave an impact where people can look at my pictures and discover the story I was trying to tell through them. I like to tell a story behind everything I shoot and I hope people can grasp it.
Lifestyle
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INTERVIEW
Dr. Riyadh Al-Buqumi Beauty Wizard By Sarah Guirguis
Already established as an expert dermatologist in the Arab world, Dr. Riyadh Al-Buqumi is bringing his finesse and expertise to Egypt soon with the opening of his new clinic. With roughly 162k followers on Instagram, he is also a rising social media influencer with a warm reputation that gives us more reason to trust him. We caught up with the Saudi doctor ahead of his clinic opening and spoke to him about dermatology, services that his clinics offer, challenges in the field, and much more‌
What motivated you to specialize in dermatology and dermatological cosmetic surgery? After studying medicine when it was time to pick a specialty, I wanted something that combined human service, operation and art. I love to draw, sculpt, look at paintings and think outside the box, so this job allows me to be simultaneously an artist and a doctor. What kind of challenges have you faced so far in this field? Of course, challenges keep coming but the biggest challenges I faced were during my studying phase. This included waking up early, constant travel between home and Boston University, trying to prove myself in a very competitive field. Then another challenge was establishing my solo practice because I had all of its success dependent on me.
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How do you balance between your professional and personal life? I love my job so I don’t feel like I’m going to work everyday, more like I’m going to do something enjoyable. That’s where I find the balance. I’m also surrounded by supportive friends and family. I think the balance is found in putting happiness as your goal so that you love what you do and surround yourself with people who understand your busy lifestyle. What are your dreams and plans for the future? I have many dreams but my main dream is to excel scientifically and practically, and set up clinics that fulfill the standard of the “Saudi Vision 2030”, stir up tourism and create a clinical hub that people come to from all over the world. Have you ever come across a client who didn’t like the final outcome? How did you deal with it? Yes, of course, even first-class doctors worldwide get customer satisfaction only up to 82-85 percent. You always get at least 2 out of 10 patients who are not satisfied, and that doesn’t necessarily mean bad results or lack skill from the doctor. Sometimes the patient has unrealistic expectations. You have to always be sensitive to the patients’ feelings, and comfort them, even after the procedure. In that case, you also need to have photos for Before and After to show them that the change is for the better. Sometimes the procedure goes perfectly but there are side effects like swelling, for example, that scare the patient. In the case of dissatisfaction due to procedural inaccuracy, we make a few tweaks to improve the look and we always provide that for free. Given the variety of the services you offer between teeth whitening, laser removal and lip coloring and much more, which would you say is the operation most people go for? According to our Saudi culture, most of my patients go for liposuction or liposculpture, but in general, most people go for Botox and fat reduction. Women specifically also go for fillers and men for hair transplants.
Would you say men’s beautifying services are in equal demand as they are for women? Why? Men are starting to visit beauty clinics almost as much as women but women remain the majority of our patients. This is because of media and culture, in my opinion. It’s almost a taboo for men to want to change the way they look. I think outer appearance is important because it affects his psyche, his self-esteem and the way he deals with people around him. There should be nothing wrong with it. Most of our male patients are either in their 20s-early 30s or in their 50s. The young ones want to look good and presentable because they’re always being photographed on social media so they do a little Botox or liposuction in the chest area, abdomen and hips. They could be hitting the gym but seeing no change so this would be their next option. As for men in their 50s, they might be going through mid-life crisis or they probably worked a lot and wanting to relax and focus on
themselves. Compliments at that age mean a lot to them so they usually go for little things like Botox and fillers.
Your information should be general, objective and very accurate. Sometimes it’s even along the lines of consultation.
What was it like to be a guest of honor at Arab Lamode Festival? This was my second time to go and it was amazing. It was a privilege to see such a variety of fashion designers from the Arab world with collections that have showcased in New York, Paris and Milan Fashion Week. It was especially nice to see Saudi girls bringing outstanding, contemporary design to the festival. It was a pleasure to get to honor those designers and meet people who you probably would have never crossed paths with otherwise.
How did you come to the decision to open a clinic in Egypt? I love Egypt. It’s my second home. It actually has a great market for beauty treatments. It’s the dream of every successful doctor in this field to open clinics all over the Arab world starting with Egypt.
How does it feel to be a social media influencer with so many people counting on your advice? The responsibility is big because as a doctor, you have to be sure of what you advertise, even if it’s a product that you’re personally convinced with.
What makes your clinic stand out from other beauty clinics here? We have all the cutting-edge technology that will produce the most effective results. 80 percent of the technology in this field is very limited. Only 20 percent is effective. We’re always looking for the newest and most effective. Another thing is that we make it our business to make the clinic atmosphere very cozy so patients feel like they’re a part of our family. This is definitely our edge in the market.
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FLAIR’s Ultimate
Bridal Guide With bridal season coming up, the pressure is building. You have brides-to-be, their mothers, and their maid of honors working around the clock, researching the Rolls-Royce of beauty products and dresses they can find in Cairo, along with the perfect honeymoon spot. We feel you, ladies, and we’ve got you covered. Here are our top picks for fashion designers, jewellery and makeup brands, hair stylists, body care clinics, honeymoon destinations and even wedding photographers! We doubt there’s much else you need to worry about, except a smooth wedding! By Sarah Guirguis
Malak El Ezzawy
Kojak
Norine Farah
Rafik Zaki
Following in her grandmother’s footsteps - esteemed designer Ne’emat Deyab – Malak proved to always bring her A-game when her designs made it to Dubai Fashion Week in 2011. Her attention to detail will definitely blow you away.
There’s no way you don’t want to look at what Kojak offers for this bridal season. If you want a design that will have that bold, original, one-of-a-kind voice, Kojak is your top choice.
Fashion Designers
Temraza
Aside from the fact that Farida Temraza was the first Egyptian to dress a celebrity at Hollywood’s Screen Actors Guild Awards, she also represented Egypt at 2018 New York Fashion Week! Her dresses are easily the cream of the crop.
To make a glamorous statement, you should opt for Norine Farah’s dresses. After making it to Tiffany’s New York Fashion Week in 2015, we think her designs can speak for themselves.
After studying pattern making in Milan, Italy, Rafik brought haute couture in Egypt to a whole new level. His designs are known for their uniqueness and high-quality, figure hugging fabrics.
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Cherif El Sirgany Joailliers
Beit Ghaly
Bulgari
House of Select
With diamonds and gemstones being handpicked daily by experts to guarantee the quality standards, this brand never disappoints. With a section dedicated to bridal rings and bands, we guarantee they will have a variety worth looking at.
For a look that represents simple, feminine elegance, you should consider Beit Ghaly. They are also willing to customize your piece of jewellery exactly according to your specifications.
Jewellery Stores
Bajocchi
Five generations of the Italian Bajocchi family have devoted their lives to offer you jewellery pieces that are not only top of the line, but also made with sentimental details.
With a boutique of the luxury Italian brand right in Cairo, Bulgari offers you high-end, contemporary jewellery that we can recommend with undoubted confidence.
You might have noticed that House of Select keeps showing up in our favorites. There’s a reason for that. We simply love their polished style.
Zo Skin Care
Bienetre Institute
Clinica Joelle
Mayos Clinic
ZO Skin Centre in Cairo offers you cosmetic and clinical expertise with state-of-theart technology, evident in a variety of effective products, treatments and services for skin and body health.
What’s unique about this place is that it’s a medical spa where both your wellness and beauty are taken care of. Using a holistic approach, they give you a personalized pampering experience with organic and chemical-free products.
Pre-Wedding Body Care
Prime Clinics
Bringing you a team of well-renowned expert physicians in their respective fields, Prime Clinics has your best interest at heart. They aim to attend to your entire wellbeing as a person rather than simply providing you with a cure, which they assert “leaves the patient feeling healed, rested and respected.”
A leading cosmetic surgical and non-surgical solutions clinic in Egypt, Joelle Clinica is something you definitely want to consider. Their edge is their first-rate choices of surgeons, dentists, dermatologists, body image experts, laser technicians and beauty consultants recruited to provide you with the best results possible.
Claiming to guarantee full skin restoration, Mayos Clinic provides you with treatments including Botox, Filler, Laser Hair Removal, Laser Rejuvenation, Peeling, Dermapen, Mesotherapy and PRP. Take your picks.
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Abdallah El Rifai
Aya M. Abdelhamid
Zeina El Naggar
Sally Rashid
For a face that makes a bold statement, you should go for Abdallah El Rifai. He calls himself a creative artist and that he sure is! Make sure to look at his Bridal Makeup story highlights on Instagram to see what we’re talking about.
Daughter of the famed make up artist Mohamed Abdelhamid, it seems Aya has inherited her father’s magical touch. For a royal look, go for Aya M. Abdel Hamid. She seems to always hit the mark on graceful elegance.
Makeup Artists
Dina Ragheb
Quoting her motto “If you look good, you feel good”, Dina Ragheb is your choice if you’re after a subtle classy look.
For a youthful glow, you should opt for Zeina El Naggar. The two most identifiable features in her makeup styles are mists and highlighters. You can imagine how that plays out.
Ever since her collaboration with worldwide-famous brand, Lancôme, Sally Rashid has established her name as an expert capable of highlighting your hidden beauty. You can look up her tutorials on Lancôme’s Facebook page to see if she suits your preference.
Richard El-Boustany
Kimi Safadi
Kriss
Hamo Mohsen
Lebanese hairstylist Richard El-Boustany is a favorite among Egyptian brides for his signature style and friendly charisma. He is mainly known for the wavy voluminous bridal hairstyle, which has that effortless vibe but in reality, is difficult to perfect.
Another Lebanese hair expert we have our eyes on is Kimi Safadi. Safadi is known for his authentic concern towards women’s beauty issues. He won’t let you off the chair until he’s sure you are a hundred percent happy with how your hair turned out.
Hair Stylists
Rabie Mrad
For a simple, gorgeous look, head to Rabie Mrad Beauty Lounge. You will not be disappointed. While the
Considering the motto “Good hair speaks louder than words”, Kriss Beauty Salons provide all hairdressing services you can possibly think of. This includes hairstyling, cuts, coloring, straightening, extensions, treatments and a special wedding celebration service that caters to 40-50 weddings per month.
Hamo Mohsen is considered a celebrity in the hair styling field in Egypt for his first-class skills and techniques. Make sure to take a look at his fabled wedding looks online.
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Remon El Markiz
Chehab Adel
OJO Creative Studios
Ahmed Rajeep
Being one of the most sought-after photographers in Egypt, Remon can capture real affection and the most intimate moments you will want to look at many years after your wedding.
Chehab is known for accommodating that comfortable atmosphere in which people can be themselves, and then capturing them in that natural context.
Photographers
Hussein Abd El-Kader
Abd El-Kader is known for being a warm, fun person to work with and he will capture your most classic, memorable moments flawlessly.
OJO Creative Studios is the team you pick for the highest quality of professional photography and cinematography. They’ve won Best Cinematography in a Foreign Language Film at the International Filmmaker Festival in London 2016 so we definitely recommend them.
Having worked on an international level, Rajeep is easily one of your top choices. He also does couple shoots, if you’re interested - not the cliché type but rather the sweet and sincere people actually want to see.
Mauritius
Bhutan
Maldives
Zanzibar
Being an Indian Ocean island country in East Africa, Mauritius is known for its beautiful beaches, reefs and lagoons, and its gorgeous mountainous inland, which is full of rainforests, waterfalls, hiking trails and wildlife.
The South Asian country, situated on the eastern edge of the Himalayas, is known for its Dzong architecture and sensational landscapes, ranging from subtropical plains to steep valleys and mountains.
Honeymoon Destinations
Chiang Mai
This resplendent city is located in Northern Thailand with an Old City area containing historical remnants of walls and moats and a modern area full to the brim with urbane galleries, boutiques, cafes and restaurants offering traditional khantoke dinners and khao soi (egg noodles in curry), the signature local dish.
Known worldwide as a hotspot for honeymooners, Maldives is a tropical country in South Asia in the Indian Ocean comprising of 26 atolls made up of more than 1000 coral islands. The islands are the ideal spots for snorkeling and diving because of their diverse marine life that includes manta rays and spotted whale sharks.
Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous region of Tanzania composed of the Zanzibar Archipelago in the Indian Ocean, consisting of several mini islands and two large ones, Unguja and Pemba Island. Aside from the gorgeous scenery, it’s known for its historic center at Stone Town, which is also a World Heritage Site.
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Mini-Moons
Romantic Getaways sans Jet Lag
A honeymoon is supposed to be a relaxing getaway, but too often its scale and scope spin out of control just as quickly as the wedding plans. We are here to suggest a “Mini-Moon”: a honeymoon to one of the many fabulous destinations in Egypt’s backyard. No jet lag, no drama, just the relaxation and discovery that a honeymoon is meant to before. You’ll thank us later. By Kate Dannies
Lake Como, Italy Lakeside Luxe Just four hours from Cairo, set in the shadow of the snow-covered Rhaetian Alps and hemmed in on both sides by steep wooded hills, Lake Como is the most spectacular of northern Italy’s three major lakes. Shaped like an upside-down Y, its winding shoreline is dotted with ancient villages and exquisite villas. This is an iconic destination that everyone should try to see, and perfect for a minimoon that feels world away.
Majorca, Spain Quintessential Mediterranean The ever-popular star of the Mediterranean, Majorca is the quintessential Mediterranean beach getaway thanks to its stunning shores, azure views, remote mountains and soulful hill towns. Perfect for newlywed sun worshippers and just a quick seven hour flight from Cairo.
Santorini, Greece Island Paradise When we think of the Greek Islands, Santorini is what comes to mind. Santorini is the island immortalized by poets and painters, thanks to its celebrated light, multi-coloured cliffs and picture-perfect sunsets. On this island all senses are magnified, a product of its many contrasts: black earth against whitewashed homes clinging to the cliffside, or wild volcanic sculptures against sleek Cycladic lines. It’s just four hours from Cairo and that short trip will pay dividends.
Marrakesh, Morocco City and Culture Morocco’s unique culture will come as a pleasant surprise that feels familiar yet new and interesting. It is a place for adventurous newlyweds who love to experiences new places and discover all that urban landscapes have to offer. It’s seven hours from Cairo--further than you would expect--but worth the trip to the westernmost extent of the Middle East.
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Jabal Akhdar, Oman Eco-Friendly Escape Oman’s Jabal Akhar is one of the country’s most spectacular areas, with 3,000 metre peaks flanked by stunning shoreline. The region is home to amazing organic agriculture, stunning vistas, and a selection of some of the best eco-resorts we have ever laid eyes on. This is one of our best kept secrets and is just four hours from Cairo.
Paris, France The Capital of Romance When in doubt, Paris. What could be more romantic or more convenient? Newlyweds will never go wrong exploring the monument-lined boulevards, museums, bistros and boutiques in the City of Love. Under five hours by plane from Cairo, this is a quick journey to a whole new world.
FEATURE
Visions in White Iconic Wedding Dresses By Kate Dannies
Beautiful bridal wear doesn’t come much better than this. If you’re planning a wedding – or even if you’re not – taking inspiration from those who’ve walked down the aisle in the most stunning gowns is well worth a look. From royalty to A-list celebs, these brides had the world’s eyes on them as they said their “I do’s” and they certainly looked fabulous doing it.
Grace Kelly in Helen Rose Perhaps the most iconic wedding dress off all time, the gown that Grace Kelly wore for her 1956 wedding to Prince Rainier was designed by MGM costume designer Helen Rose and was made from 25 yards of silk taffeta, antique rose-point lace and pearls by three dozen seamstresses, who worked on it for six weeks.
Amal Clooney in Oscar de la Renta Amal Clooney is always on the top of our list when it comes to iconic brides and to-die-for wedding dresses. The Oscar de la Renta bridal gown she wore to wed George Clooney in 2014 in Italy was the stuff wedding dress dreams are made of.
Queen Rania in Bruce Oldfield Back in 1993, the Jordanian beauty and noted fashionista married King Abdullah bin Al-Hussein in this gold-embroidered wedding gown designed by Bruce Oldfield, the designer who created many of Princess Diana’s evening gowns. The epitome of royal class.
Audrey Hepburn in Pierre Balmain Audrey Hepburn married actor Mel Ferrer in September 1954, after starring with him on Broadway in the play Ondine. She wore a typically full-skirted Fifties ballerina-length style by Pierre Balmain with roses in her hair. Simply perfect.
Solange Knowles in Humberto Leon for Kenzo Solange Knowles eschewed many of the traditional wedding elements to marry her long-term love Alan Ferguson. The bride arrived for the ceremony, which took place in New Orleans, on a bike and wore a StĂŠphane Rolland jumpsuit before switching into a Humberto Leon for Kenzo gown. We love her offbeat style!
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Jacqueline Kennedy in Ann Lowe Jacqueline Kennedy wore a full-skirted dress by New York designer Ann Lowe when she married future US President John F. Kennedy in 1953. She completed her look with little white gloves and a full veil. The marriage was ill-fated (John F. Kennedy was assassinated in 1963), but the look is eternal.
Queen Soraya in Christian Dior Soraya’s gown by Christian Dior might be the most over the top gown of all time. Made of 37 yards of silver lamÊ studded with pearls, 6,000 diamond pieces, and 20,000 marabou feathers, the creation weighed 20 kilograms. The strapless dress came with a matching jacket and veil for the ceremony itself as well as a full-length white mink cape to keep the bride warm. Royal, indeed!
Pippa Middleton in Giles Deacon British couturier Giles Deacon dressed Pippa Middleton for her 2017 nuptials. The look was elegant and stately but not staid, classy but not too conventional. Constructed entirely of lace with a tulle-filled train, it was teamed with a Stephen Jones pearl-studded veil, a Maidenhair Fern tiara and Manolo Blahnik shoes.
FEATURE
Best Moments from the Royal Wedding By Daniela Bonetto
Official Royal Wedding Photo
If anyone’s eyes were glued to the box those were our Editor, Daniela Bonetto’s. Here are some of her favourite moments from the Royal Wedding. Any wedding is OMG-amazing but if there was one that had us all in a frantic twizzle that was Meghan and Harry’s. We gawked at the gloriously sunny day, at the fabulous guest list and at the most stunning bride who made her entrance solo up the stairs of St. George’s Chapel to greet her prince charming gleaming at the altar. It couldn’t have been more perfect.
Charles Spencer, Earl Spencer and his wife, Countess Spencer
A ROYAL BUILD UP The anticipation of the day was the most exciting of all. Royal-wedding mania gripped not only the capital but the entire planet. Great Britain united and pulled out ALL.THE.STOPS. A sea of Union Jacks flew high on Regent Street, and the bunting, balloons and street parties which overtook the world demonstrated the unanimous joy that was shared in all corners of the country and beyond. From Windsor to Wisconsin the happiness was palpable.
THE GUESTS Somehow, we all felt like guests that this party. Perhaps it’s because the couple are somewhat more relatable than the other royals or its the simplicity in their ways. But that aside the invitees to this celebration were utterly divine. According to us, and what seems like the entire planet, the winner for best dressed royal wedding guest goes to Amal Clooney in her sunny yellow Stella McCartney dress with its tulip skirt and Obi draped back, finished with a veiled saucer hat. THE HATS We adore Ascot for its flash of head pieces, but this bash beat any racing day to date. We couldn’t pick just one, but we figure that Phillip Treacy had his hands full and right about now must be de-stressing on an exotic beach somewhere. Job well done mate!
David and Victoria Beckham
Amal and George Clooney
Idris Elba and Sabrina Dhowre
THE LOOK OF LOVE Is it just me or did everyone get a tingle in their tummy every time the bride and groom looked at each other? Let’s hope that look last for many years to come. THE ACCESSORIES Can we just take a minute to mention her accessories? Whilst the couple were busy being mesmerised by each other we managed to get the perfect view of Queen Mary’s diamond bandeau tiara from 1932. On par with the tiara, was her sixteen-foot veil, embroidered with 53 different flowers to represent every country of the commonwealth. JUST MARRIED! I present you Meghan and Harry, husband and wife. After months of anticipation we finally saw Harry grow up and put a ring on it. Oh, and a kiss, the pure thrill of it!
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Cairo Revealed The World of the Fatimids By Kate Dannies
Cairo’s rich history spans centuries and boggles the imagination. Luckily, the new The World of the Fatimids exhibition at Toronto’s Aga Khan Museum is presenting one of the city’s richest historical and cultural moments in a beautiful and digestible format, bringing together 87 pieces from collections across the globe. Some, like a series of engraved marble panels from a Fatimid palace in Cairo, have never been publicly displayed before. The World of the Fatimids also marks the first major exhibition on the Fatimid dynasty to go on view in North America.
The World of the Fatimids bears witness to a remarkable dynasty that built one of the world’s oldest universities, compiled one of its greatest libraries, and fostered a flowering of the arts and sciences.. The exhibition marks the first time a carefully selected collection of masterpieces from the Fatimid dynasty are shown in North America. Among the objects are monumental marble reliefs, never before shown abroad, from the Museum of Islamic Art in Cairo, luxury objects ranging from rock crystal and ivory to ceramic lusterware — a technique mastered during Fatimid times — and masterpieces of metalware. Drone videography and 360 virtual reality films conjure up Cairo and offer insight into what the city was like a millennium ago. At its height in the 10th and 11th centuries, the Fatimids established one of the greatest civilizations in the world, influencing knowledge and culture throughout the Mediterranean, Europe, and the Near East. After the Fatimids conquered Egypt, they chose Cairo as their capital city, and built it into a thriving metropolis filled with sumptuous architecture and a diverse culture. After Saladin finally brought an end to the dynasty in 1171, Fatimid art and architecture were deliberately destroyed. As a result of these cataclysmic events, very little of
Fatimid material culture survives today—an unfortunate reality that makes a new exhibition on Fatimid art on view at Toronto’s Aga Khan Museum all the more remarkable. The dearth of surviving Fatimid objects presented a unique challenge for the curators of the exhibition. The narrative that unfolds through the artifacts on display reveals an opulent, sophisticated culture, with an influence that stretched all the way to Europe and the Near East. On view are elaborately engraved metal items. The Fatimids owned thousands of items made from rock crystal, some of which can be seen at the new exhibition. There is, for instance, a chess set made entirely from crystal, and a thick crystal crescent that was later taken to Europe and incorporated into the finial of a priest’s chair. Another highlight is a large ivory wine horn, its surface packed with engravings of animals. The Fatimids adhered to the Ismaili branch of Shi’i Islam. While they notably clashed with Sunni Muslims of the Abbasid dynasty, which was based in Baghdad, at home in Egypt, which boasted large populations of Jews and Coptic Christians, the Fatimids co-existed peacefully with other religions—a reality borne out in the artifacts on view at the Aga Khan. An 11th-century bowl, adorned with gold paint and covered with a shimmering glaze, shows a Coptic priest swinging an incense burner. The bowl is clearly a luxury item, suggesting that the Coptic clergy enjoyed elevated status in the Fatimid world. The exhibition also features an ornate wooden mihrab, or prayer niche, from the Cairo mausoleum of a Muslim holy woman. Nearby is a photograph of an arch from the Ben Ezra synagogue in Cairo, which is very similar in design. Craftsmen of the Fatimid era, it seems, were executing grandiose works of architecture for multiple religious denominations. The World of the Fatimids opened in March and runs through 3 July 2018, so there is still time to take in this rare landmark display of Cairo’s rich heritage. If you find yourself in Toronto this summer be sure to stop by and check it out and enjoy the beautiful architecture of the Aga Khan Museum and the other displays of art, artefacts and historical insight on the Muslim World that the museum has to offer.
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DRIVEN
It’s
Electrifying!
The Jaguar E-Type Zero By Kate Dannies
Enzo Ferrari famously described the Jaguar E-Type as “the most beautiful car ever made”, and it’s hard to argue. In contrast, most modern electric cars leave a lot to be desired in the looks department. So Jaguar decided to convert an original 1960s E-Type into a fully electric sports car concept for the modern age. Dubbed the Jaguar E-Type Zero, this all-electric beauty is the latest creation from Jaguar Land Rover Classic, a division that gives some of the company’s most iconic cars new leases of life as continuation models. We are fast fans of this new ride, a true marriage of the best of old and new.
Electric cars are now accepted as future volume models for most automakers, but Jaguar Land Rover has taken a very different approach to showcase its future electric models. In fact, it’s not a concept for a car of the future at all, but a half-century-old Jaguar E-Type fitted with the most modern of electric running gear. Revealed at the Jaguar Land Rover Tech Fest in London to coincide with Jaguar’s plans to have every new car electrified from 2020, the E-Type Zero is based on an original Series 1.5 Roadster. From the outside, it looks like an original specification 1968 E-Type. JLR Classic has added more efficient LED lights and tweaked some details, but these changes are still in keeping with the original E-Type’s styling. The E-Type Zero doesn’t lose its driving characteristics with the switch from gasoline to electric power. Instead of the classic XK inline-6 engine, an electric motor and a 40-kilowatt-hour battery pack are located there—which doesn’t alter the car’s weight distribution. In fact, the E-Type Zero weighs 100 pounds less than a traditional E-Type and boasts a range of 170 miles per charge. The E-Type Zero’s aerodynamics and low weight help the battery pack make the most of its charge. The rebuilt E-type looks the same as the original, but it actually beats its performance with a 0-60mph time of under 5.5 seconds, which is around 1 second better than the gas-powered classic Series 1 version. The all-electric E-Type is a clever solution to what may become a real issue in the future: limits on vehicles with tailpipes, especially those used in city centers. We are excited to see legendary automakers like Jaguar moving in the right direction with appealing, technology-forward solutions to what is rapidly becoming a redundant choice between environmental consciousness and style. The days of the Prius are long behind us, and we couldn’t be happier.
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STYLISH LIVING
Ramadan Nights at Bab Al Qasr Ramadan Tent Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski unlocked its renowned Bab Al Qasr Tent for the second year in a row with a colorful oriental theme infused with a modern touch and luxurious hospitality. The Tent opened its doors to welcome public figures, football players and celebrities who gathered for an unforgettable Ramadan night featuring live entertainment and delicious suhour crafted by Royal Maxim Palace Kempinski’s talented chefs. So far, it has hosted the stars Mahmoud El Leithy and Pousy, and continues with a busy schedule of ‘Star Nights’ coming up every Thursday and Friday alongside daily oriental Takht.
STYLISH LIVING
Arabisque Ramadan Tent Grand Opening At Hilton Zamalek Hilton Cairo Zamalek Residences held an elegant Sohour party celebrating the opening of Arabisque Ramadan tent located on the banks of the Nile. Attendees included hotel customers, celebrities, media sectors, influencers and bloggers who were impressed by the premium location of the tent and the high quality of service and food.
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Media and Press Iftar at InterContinental Cairo Citystars To thank all key journalists and media partners for their unlimited support and effort throughout the year, InterContinental Cairo Citystars hosted its annual media Iftar at Al Khal Egyptian restaurant. Iftar was followed by Shisha, Ramadan drinks and pastries.
STYLISH LIVING
Si Omar Tent Opening at Hilton Heliopolis Hilton Heliopolis hosted an event in celebration of the opening of Si Omar Tent this Ramadan. Guests socialized for the most part and joined in the delicious Sohour menu tasting. Among the attendees were celebrities, including actor Ahmed Hatem.
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Le Meridien Launches China Red Menu Le Meridien Cairo Airport hosted an exceptional celebration marking the launch of China Red new menu. Foodies, local media and influencers were invited to reveal the distinctive flavors of the newly launched menu by unlocking color, aroma and taste of Shanghai Cuisine through an authentic culinary experience presented by Chef Zhu. While enjoying the delights of the new menu, guests were treated to Hisham Tiba soothing jazzy tunes and Chinese dragon show.
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