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LEBANON Luxury Edition Spring/Summer 2016
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Jun Cen Jun Cen created this season’s cover for SHOP Lebanon. The elegant, ethereal style of his illustration, which uses the Temple of Jupiter in Baalbek, estimated to be around 2,000 years old, as the backdrop for some much more contemporary fashion, made him the perfect choice for a cover based on our feature about Lebanon’s world-class ready-to-wear designers – discover them on page 42. His other clients include Vogue and the New York Times. Explore our archive of cover illustrations at globalblue.com/covers.
Beth Druce Beth Druce is a fashion and luxury writer, and also works as a consultant for a variety of luxury fashion companies. After gaining an MA from Central Saint Martins in London, she began her career at GQ magazine. Beth delights in documenting diverse and quickly evolving trends. globalblue.com
Emma Johnson Luxury lifestyle writer Emma Johnson specialises in food, fashion, shopping and travel. She was previously managing editor at the City Magazine, and has also written for Exclusively British, Mr H, Canary Wharf, the Mayfair Magazine, Vantage and GL Weekend.
Verity Hogan Writer and editor Verity Hogan, former features editor at SHOP, has written on topics that range from the history of hipsters to the best places to enjoy pâtisserie in Paris and everything in between for a variety of international publications. She is a fan of John Hughes flms.
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Check Out SHOP selects a standout piece from Lebanon this season My Favourites Fashion designer Rayya Morcos reveals her top tips for spring/summer 2016 Products Key looks for the season, from fashion and footwear to jewellery and accessories
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Shop Window One store not to be missed in Lebanon News Seasonal updates on shops, services and new products
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Cover story: Get Ready Lebanon’s ready-to-wear designers’ versatile, accessible, desirable pieces are developing a reputation to rival that of the country’s bespoke creations, as Verity Hogan discovers High Times In spring and summer there is no better way to enjoy Beirut’s unique atmosphere than by visiting its rooftop bars. Emma Johnson tours some of the best Outside The Box Nathalie Trad has captivated the style elite with her unique, architecturally styled shell-based clutches. The Lebanese designer talks to Beth Druce about her inspirations
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Maps and guides to Lebanon’s top shops and destinations
Essentials 104 How To Shop Tax Free The simple steps to saving money on your shopping 106 Partners & Distributors The partner organisations who bring you SHOP PHOTO: MARCUS TONDO
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Souvenir 112 The essential item to bring home
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Above (from top): Reem Acra spring/summer 2016; view over the rooftops of Beirut
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CLASSIC VALUES The striking green dial and alligator leather strap of this Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 36 watch by Rolex stand out against the 18-carat gold of the watch case. Launched in 1956, the Oyster Perpetual Day-Date, the epitome of classic style and elegance, is one of Rolex’s most prestigious models, and was the first wristwatch to show the day written out in full as well as the date. The Day-Date 36, also available in Save up to 8% by shopping tax free, see page 104
platinum, features calibre 3155, a perpetual self-winding mechanical movement manufactured by Rolex. Rolex was founded in London in 1905 by Hans Wilsdorf; in 1919 the company headquarters were moved to Geneva, Switzerland. fm Rolex Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 36 watch, price on request, Rolex, 11 Weygand Street, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 984999, rolex.com
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MY FAVOURITES: Rayya Morcos Lebanese fashion designer Rayya Morcos gained a degree in interior design before graduating in fashion design from Esmod Beirut, and then joined Maison Rabih Kayrouz, where she was head of design from 2006 to 2011. In 2009 she founded the Bird On A Wire label, which won the 2014/15 International Woolmark Prize – India & Middle East. She is also a co-founder of Duck Soup, a design company which specialises in installations for shows and window displays. She tells Fani Mari about her favourites for the coming season 1. ‘This Bird On A Wire white top has a long back, looks like a crop top in the front and has a black outline all around it. It’s so dramatic and perfect for the coming season!’
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Bird On A Wire top, 510,000 LBP, Larishka, Foch Street, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 971811, birdonawireonline.com
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2. ‘I always take a Johnny Farah pouch with me when I travel. It’s got the right dose of elegance and it’s very practical’ Venezia Ostrich Brown Bag, 1,298,000 LBP, Johnny Farah, Said Akl Street, Saif Village, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 974808, johnnyfarah.com
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3. ‘I recently discovered a Lebanese bag designer who creates easy, no-fuss leather bags. She is a lovely kindergarten teacher who named her brand after what the kids call her: Madame Céfanie’ Madame Céfanie leather bag, 225,000 LBP, Brut L’Atelier, Rif Street, Mar Mikhael, +961 (0)3 221089
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4. ‘House of Ronald has very cool, elegant and dramatic pieces that are perfect for spring/summer 2016’ House of Ronald, Dakdouk Building, Chehade Street, Ashrafeh, +961 (0)1 218255, houseofronald.com
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5. ‘Wonder Full is a new gifting experience that’s excellently curated. Instead of gifting someone an object, you gift them an experience. The box is beautiful and the experiences are very well chosen’ Wonder Full Gourmet Box, 210,000 LBP, awonderfullbox.com
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7. ‘The new Sarah’s Bag clutches are to die for and so well done. They are my favourite statement pieces for spring/summer 2016’ Sarah’s Bag clutch, 975,000 LBP, Sarah’s Bag, Mhanna Building, 100 Liban Street, Achrafeh, +961 (0)1 575585, sarahsbag.com
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6. ‘OddFish is by far the most exciting store in Beirut. It’s always got the newest and coolest gadgets from Lebanon and the world and it’s very well curated’ OddFish, Bohsali Building, Port Street, Beirut, +961 (0)1 566302, theoddfsh.tumblr.com
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SWINGING THE BLUES
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1. Tory Burch sleeveless jacket, 2,205,000 LBP, Tory Burch, Abdel Malek Street, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 991111 ext 574, toryburch.com
3. Stella McCartney bag, 1,279,990 LBP, Stella McCartney, Beirut Souks, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 991111 ext 575, stellamccartney.com
2. Cartier panther bracelet, 54,939,000 LBP, Cartier, 109 Allenby Street, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 972600, cartier.com
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4. Jimmy Choo heels, 1,155,000 LBP, Jimmy Choo, Beirut Souks, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 991111 ext 595, jimmychoo.com
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1. Marc Cain dress, 655,000 LBP, Newounsa, 1330 Park Avenue, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 933995, marc-cain.com 2. Buccellati earrings, price on request, Buccellati, A誰shti By The Sea, Antelias, +961 (0)4 717716 ext 353, buccellati.com
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3. Christian Louboutin Eloise bag, 3,235,000 LBP, Christian Louboutin, Beirut Souks, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 970625, christianlouboutin.com
4. Saint Laurent heels, 1,297,500 LBP, Saint Laurent, Beirut Souks, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 991111 ext 562, ysl.com
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DOUBLE PRADA Italian superbrand Prada has opened not one but two new stores in the prestigious Aïshti By The Sea lifestyle destination. Architect Roberto Baciocchi, who has famously helped Prada achieve its instantly recognisable luxe aesthetic in stores across the world, designed both boutiques. Both offer ready-to-wear, leather goods, accessories and footwear collections. In the ground-floor womenswear store, Prada and Baciocchi’s signature black and white marble chequered flooring and green fabric-clad walls set the scene for Save up to 8% by shopping tax free, see page 104
Miuccia Prada’s beautiful collections. Saffiano leather details on counters and green velvet sofas add a feminine edge. In the menswear store on the first floor, a rich brown marble portal emphasises the space’s masculine character. Bright orange walls, dark wooden floors and black display units complete the bold look. Bright orange ostrich leather sofas provide the perfect place to relax and contemplate your new-season purchase. hl Prada, Aïshti By The Sea, Antelias, +961 (0)4 717716 ext 206 (womenswear), +961 (0)4 717716 ext 231 (menswear), prada.com
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IN BRIEF
RUN THIS CITY
Discover the spring/ summer 2016 collection from Tony Ward at the brand’s impressive headquarters in Beirut. The contemporary building which houses Tony Ward’s boutique, bespoke salons, offices and ateliers is a happy marriage between fashion and architecture. Clients can shop the label’s bespoke, bridal and ready-to-wear range in a setting that reflects the company’s aesthetics. The son of a respected Beirut fashion designer, Ward has worked with prestigious couture houses such as Christian Dior, Lanvin and Chloé. th Tony Ward, Alfred Naccache Avenue, Achrafieh, +961 (0)1 427712, tonyward.net
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US sportswear label Nike opened Lebanon’s largest single-brand sports store in February 2016. The 600-square-metre retail space, located on the burgeoning Hamra Street, stocks all the brand’s collections of activewear and apparel for men, women and children. For spring and summer look out for clothing and footwear featuring bold colour blocking, and, of course, the famous Nike swoosh. Visit the store for updated information on special events which will feature throughout the year. rd Nike, Hamra Street, Hamra, +961 (0)1 741165, nike.com
The Mastike concept store in the Badaro area of the city offers an array of travel kits to use when jetting off on your next adventure. The Men’s Society Stow Away Travel Kit is our personal favourite
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COMING HOME
SOLID FOUNDATION The Aïshti Foundation’s first permanent space in Beirut, which opened in October 2015, was designed by renowned British architect David Adjaye. This 40,000-square-metre exhibition space showcases works of art from the Aishtï Foundation collection, which includes over 2,000 pieces, many from the personal collection of Tony Salamé, the founder and CEO of Aïshti. The Foundation is part of the Aïshti By The Sea complex, which includes fashion boutiques, dining establishments, a spa and a rooftop bar with stunning sea views, and is a must-visit destination for art and fashion connoisseurs alike. th Aïshti By The Sea, Antelias, Beirut, +961 (0)4 717716, aishtifoundation.com globalblue.com
IN BRIEF Lebanese fashion designer Elie Saab has recently launched a stunning bridal collection. Brides-to-be would do well to discover the intricately decorated gowns
In the Abed Mahfouz showroom in Beirut, clients can explore the latest ready-to-wear and bridal collections from the Lebanese fashion designer, as well as his bespoke offering. The brand began as a wedding dress atelier for local women and has expanded into a global fashion house. Following catwalk shows in both Rome and New York, Mahfouz showed his elegant spring/summer 2016 bespoke collection, Fusion of Luxurious Fashion in Woman, in his home city of Beirut. th Abed Mahfouz, Tabco Building, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 369040, abedmahfouz.com
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MODERN ELEGANCE Concept store B Moda offers a great selection of womenswear, focusing on an aesthetic of modern elegance. From ready-to-wear to accessories, pieces are chosen with catwalk trends in mind, but from a classic angle: each item is designed to appeal to fashionable women of all ages. B Moda’s service really sets the store apart. From the moment you enter, the welcoming staff members will assist you in any way possible; expert styling tips coupled with personal service are sure to make you feel at home. hl B Moda, Jounieh, +961 (0)3 741866, facebook.com/biaclothingstore
STAR QUALITY Converse, one of America’s major sports labels, opened a Beirut flagship store in February 2016. The 175-square-metre store sells a comprehensive selection of apparel as well as the brand’s timeless footwear, including the well-known Chuck Taylor All Star and Jack Purcell ranges. Available in many colours and finishes, Converse trainers are worn to accessorise both smart and casual looks. Celebrity followers include singer Rihanna, America’s First Lady Michelle Obama and rock star Mick Jagger – who wore a pair of Chuck Taylors to his first wedding. rd Converse, Hamra Street, Hamra, +961 (0)1 741154, converselebanon.com Save up to 8% by shopping tax free, see page 104
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RINGING THE CHANGES
French concept store Le 66 brings a taste of Parisian shopping culture to Lebanon with its franchise outpost in Beirut Central District. The city’s largest concept store, Le 66 showcases menswear, womenswear and accessories from over 250 designers across over 1,000 square metres of retail space and four storeys, designed by renowned French architect Isabelle Stanislas. As part of its global expansion plan, Le 66 will continue to roll out new stores in destinations such as Bangkok, Dubai and Kuwait. Each franchise will remain unique, thanks to different architects and a stock selection process that means no more than a quarter of any shop’s range will be shared with another shop. th Le 66, 151 Foch Street, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 985470, le66.fr
Architect and designer Guillaume Crédoz has spent over 20 years developing pioneering design technology. He has transferred his unusual skill set into creating 3D printed rings (from 50,000 LBP). These extraordinary accessories are first drawn by hand, then 3D-printed before being cast in either brass, silver, or gold-plated metal. Crédoz’s company RapidManufactory is developing an application which will allow the user to control the shape of the ring, creating their own uniquely personalised end product. th OddFish, Bohsali Building, Port Street, Beirut, +961 (0)1 566302, ghouyoum.com
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ON THE ROAD
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Designer Dany Atrache drew inspiration from Moroccan handicrafts and the spirit of modern nomadism for his spring/summer 2016 collection. Muslin, organza, lace and silk satin all play a role in the brand’s romantic take on the contemporary traveller life. The colour scheme is distinctly intense, combining black, white, gold, and shades of fiery ochre, orange and blue. Launched in 2000, Dany Atrache spans bespoke, ready-to-wear, bridal and accessories. The brand’s first flagship boutique in Beirut Central District is a must-visit for fans of the French-Lebanese fashion designer. th Dany Atrache, Ring Building, General Fouad Chehab Avenue, Saifi Village, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 975580, danyatrache.com
STRONG STATEMENT Beirut-based womenswear label Karoline Lang presents a vision of strong, modern femininity in its spring/summer collection. Designer Karoline Tawil, who named her brand after her Austrian grandmother, studied business and marketing before finding her niche in fashion design. Her aesthetic has won fans in Lebanon and beyond with its creative use of mixed textures and sleek colour palettes. Tawil’s ability to juxtapose structured and flowing elements adds real depth to her creations, which tend towards classic silhouettes, beautifully emphasising the female form. Inspired by the proud, confident women she looks to dress, Tawil’s ready-to-wear is clever and contemporary, feminine and wearable. hl Karoline Lang, Notre Dame Centre, Sassine Square, Achrafieh, +961 (0)1 336292, karolinelang.com Save up to 8% by shopping tax free, see page 104
GET READY Lebanon’s ready-to-wear designers’ versatile, accessible, desirable pieces are developing a reputation to rival that of the country’s bespoke creations, as Verity Hogan discovers
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‘If you go out and another woman is wearing the same dress or the same shirt, it’s a disaster, a catastrophe,’ says Lebanese designer Milia Maroun on the appeal of bespoke. Lebanon’s bespoke industry is internationally renowned and one-off pieces by the country’s top designers, including Zuhair Murad, Reem Acra and couturier Elie Saab are regularly seen on the red carpet. This trio has helped to establish Lebanon’s reputation for creating world-class bespoke fashion, but the country’s ready-towear offerings have remained largely under the radar. However, recent years have seen a new crop of designers turning towards ready-towear collections, celebrating the accessibility and versatility that this type of fashion affords. Milia Maroun has been designing her eponymous ready-to-wear range for 17
The Milia M label specialises in versatile wardrobe staples, feminine and functional, that can be dressed up or down years, having shown her first collection in Beirut in 1999. Combining Maroun’s diverse background, including stints as a lingerie designer and fashion lecturer, with her adventurous spirit, the Milia M brand has an international feel with wide appeal. It’s the perfect aesthetic for a designer who thrives on seeing women wear – and love – her pieces, and this is one of the reasons she chose not to go down the bespoke route. ‘Ready-to-wear has much more mobility, the collection itself travels further and more easily, and the same piece can be bought by someone in America and someone in Kazakhstan at the same time,’ she explains. ‘That has always got me excited, having my collection all over the world.’ This global awareness has helped Maroun to become one of the first Lebanese ready-towear designers to make a mark worldwide. She trained in Paris, was invited to show at Milan Fashion Week in 2008 and has made London her brand’s second home. This international outlook is also evident in her collections, 111
Above (from top): Milia M spring/summer 2016; an outfit from the brand
although she can find inspiration virtually anywhere. ‘I’m quite mobile in that I travel a lot, I move a lot and I go out,’ she says. ‘But anything can be an inspiration, like a vision around a corner or the movement of a woman falling off her high heels in a long skirt.’ The result is a line with a timeless quality that has attracted a legion of devoted fans. ‘Women who have my pieces get quite attached to them,’ the designer explains. ‘There’s an aspect that’s everlasting and you can have a piece from 10 years ago which you can still wear without feeling that it’s outdated.’ Milia M specialises in versatile wardrobe staples, feminine and functional, that can be dressed up or down with just a few accessories. Mira Hayek has a similar philosophy, consciously choosing to pursue ready-to-wear. ‘It’s important to me to create pieces that become part of your lifestyle,’ she explains and
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her collections feature ‘comfortable, modern pieces with a playful edge that can take you from day to night.’ After completing a master’s degree in Milan, Hayek returned to Beirut in 2009 and launched her first collection in 2011. Hayek’s designs are based on contemporary sportswear and feature fresh, graphic prints and flowing shapes that appeal to an eclectic clientele. Her inspirations are similarly diverse and include film, animation, electronic music and graphic design. Her spring/summer 2016 collection draws inspiration from John Rawlings, one of the most prolific fashion photographers of the 20th century. Hayek previously worked with Elie Saab and this proved crucial in establishing her own label. She describes her experience with Saab as one that ‘paved my way and encouraged me to start my own brand – an irreplaceable and necessary experience.’
Above (clockwise from top left): designer Mira Hayek; two looks from her brand’s spring/summer 2016 collection
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Up-and-coming designer Hussein Bazaza’s eclectic inspirations include chemistry, biology, nature and art Up-and-coming designer Hussein Bazaza also spent time at Elie Saab. ‘It was a great experience being able to see how the brand operates from the inside,’ he explains. ‘It gave me the confidence to open my own atelier.’ The experience may also have contributed to Bazaza’s design aesthetic, with collections that strike the perfect balance between ready-towear and bespoke. His focus is on ‘quality and exclusivity, and at the same time, I want pieces to be wearable and affordable.’ Bazaza finds beauty in the most unlikely places, taking inspiration from chemistry, biology, nature, architecture and art. He creates highly sculpted pieces with a distinctive silhouette and it’s a style that has brought him success. Bazaza’s spring/summer 2016 collection is available in boutiques across the Middle East and the designer is growing his team to keep up with demand and help with his upcoming European expansion. He’s also following in the footsteps of Lebanon’s highprofile designers by launching a collection at Rome Fashion Week in July 2016. While Bazaza may be looking to expand into bespoke, ready-to-wear remains at the core of his collections and it’s a world that he and his fellow ready-to-wear designers are unlikely to ever turn their backs on completely. ‘I love couture; I love the exclusiveness, I love the high quality,’ explains Maroun. ‘You can afford to spend a lot on a couture piece, so it opens up a lot of freedom for a designer, but it also confines them – that creation is confined to one person. Ready-to-wear is democratic – you can wear something beautiful, I can wear it, anybody can wear it.’ Above (both): Hussein Bazaza spring/summer 2016
HIGH TIMES
Party city Beirut is especially attractive in spring and summer, when there is no better way to enjoy its unique atmosphere than by visiting its rooftop bars. Emma Johnson tours some of the best
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eirut is renowned as the nightlife capital of the Middle East. With its East meets West feel, this richly cosmopolitan city presents a range of bars and restaurants ofering everything from an intimate, romantic evening to a lively night out with friends. ‘Nothing compares to Beirut in terms of variety, cost, and ambience,’ says Joseph Freiha, director of food and beverages at the Four Seasons Hotel Beirut. ‘The city has something to ofer for everyone, no matter what day of the week it is.’ For all this diversity, there is a common theme at the city’s bars and clubs and that’s a love of Beirut’s beautiful architecture and an enjoyment of the country’s balmy spring and summer weather. This is a city that excels in life al fresco at the top of a high building ‒ and you can fnd enough rooftop bars in the city to please
everyone. Some people want the best views in town; for others the atmosphere is all-important. Yet often these factors become less signifcant than the simple pleasure of being atop a building in an exclusive space with nothing above you but the night sky. Beirut is a particularly striking city when seen from above. The Mediterranean Sea, the mountains and the port are landmarks visible from most terraces. The city’s ancient architecture is also a wonder to behold. ‘Enjoy the views of ruins from the Canaanite, Roman and Ottoman eras,’ recommends Antoine Rizk, director of food and beverage at Le Gray. Boasting not one but three rooftop options, this hotel is a key player on the Beirut scene and has been a prominent part of the city’s social life for years. Le Gray’s Indigo on the Roof has a
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Above (clockwise from left): Indigo on the Roof offers spectacular views; cocktails at the Roof lounge at the Four Seasons; the lounge’s curtained pool
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Whether you are dancing or dining, the nightlife in Beirut is all about enjoying the beauty of the city from above lush garden terrace and serves food throughout the day; on the sixth foor, Cherry on the Rooftop is a casual, relaxed summer spot with a fabulous infnity pool; Bar ThreeSixty is a chic, enclosed retreat for the winter months and ofers panoramic views of the Mediterranean and Mount Lebanon. Just a few streets away, the Four Seasons is one of the tallest buildings in the city, at some 119 metres. Its Roof lounge is a seminal Beirut destination, renowned for its exclusive vibe. Lounge beds surround a sparkling pool, a cooling sight by day and a sparkling feature by night. The striking design of bold white masts stretching skywards makes this one of the most
beautiful rooftops in Beirut, and a romantic spot, too. From here you can look out to the Med and over to the mountains, while enjoying excellent Asian fusion cuisine. Another must-visit is Iris at the top of the An Nahar building nearby. Loved by all Beirutis, Iris is one of the most important bars in the city, and it ofers gorgeous views of the sea and the port. It has a very upmarket feel; this is a place to go dressed in your fnery. Its open-air setting, coupled with great food and fantastic service, makes it a relaxed yet refned venue. You can’t beat the view at sunset from Coop D’Etat, one of the most laid-back bars
Above (clockwise from top left): Bar ThreeSixty; the Roof at the Four Seasons is a romantic setting at dusk; Coop D’Etat
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in the city. With rustic decor and a carefree vibe, it overlooks Beirut port and its focus is all about enjoying the sight of the sun dipping behind the boats while you savour some truly great food. For a view with a diference, head to O Monot hotel. Its rooftop bar overlooks the heart of the city, the arty Saif village neighbourhood and the historic Achrafeh district, as well as the port and the sea, so you can spend ages simply getting your bearings and watching the world go by below. ‘This is such a great place for sunset drinks with friends,’ says Beirut lifestyle blogger Lynn Bedran Fares. If you want a terrifc panorama of the sea make for C-Lounge. The best thing about this local favourite is that every seat has a view – and what a view. Relatively small, with a noreservations policy, it has a friendly atmosphere Above (from top): Iris; the rooftop bar at O Monot hotel
and is a great place to start the evening. Grab a seat anywhere, order one of C-Lounge’s renowned cocktails and watch the sun slip behind the horizon. With sunset casting a pink glow across the rippling Mediterranean this bar is something really special. White Beirut, which overlooks the coast on Sea Side Road, is popular with movers and shakers. With world-class music and a hip party vibe, this is a great venue at which to dance the night away – just make sure you dress to impress. Whether you are dancing or dining, sipping passion fruit mojitos or sampling the local wine, the nightlife in Beirut is all about enjoying the beauty of the city from above. Add to that a striking sunset and you have the components for a perfect evening’s festivities
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Nathalie Trad has captivated the style elite with her unique, architecturally styled shell-based clutches. The Lebanese designer talks to Beth Druce about her inspirations
Designer Nathalie Trad was born in Lebanon and raised in Dubai, and her Middle Eastern roots have greatly infuenced her work. ‘The culture is embedded in me,’ she explains. ‘It is running in my veins, imprinted on my identity.’ With a father who worked in advertising and a mother who runs ‘a beautiful fower shop’, creativity was part of her upbringing. ‘Witnessing the transformation of Beirut and being part of a family and environment surrounded by art and design contributed tremendously to my appetite for the design world,’ she says. Trad moved to Paris aged 17 to study for a degree at the prestigious Esmod International 109
fashion school. It was in Paris, she explains, that she ‘developed a strong penchant for asymmetric design that today forms the basis of my work.’ Trad honed her signature style to take ‘classic shapes, ubiquitous in our natural environment, and radically transform them, deconstructing and always trying to redefne the boundaries of fashion aesthetics.’ After graduating, Trad relocated to New York to attend Parsons School of Design, where she gained a BBA in design and management, and undertook a mentorship at womenswear brand Proenza Schouler. These experiences proved invaluable. ‘From a designer’s perspective, New York and Paris defnitely Lef: Nathalie Trad Webster clutch with mother of pearl shell and emerald resin
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Nathalie Trad clutches are works of art that would look at home on the mantelpiece of your living room collection, with rectangular boxes embellished with brass. ‘I love to complement the shell with other materials such as wood, resin, copper, brass and stainless steel, creating a marriage of seemingly incompatible materials that end up harmonising beautifully,’ she explains. For spring/summer 2016, Trad draws inspiration from the art deco style of Miami’s South Beach neighbourhood. A monochrome palette forms the backdrop for a collection of
Above (clockwise from top left): the Polygonia; designer Nathalie Trad; the Eliferia
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served as a breeding ground for my creativity. I got to refect, absorb and take stock of my surroundings, then redirect this new fow of energy into my own work. Being in those cities truly pushed me to expand my thought process and explore the realm of possibilities within my designs,’ she explains. Today Trad’s eponymous line of clutches is sold in 25 cities around the globe. Her designs, with their asymmetric, architectural style and hard shell structure, stand out in an era where ‘It’ bags often feature leather and shiny metal hardware. ‘I always tend to gravitate towards shell as a base material, which we source from the Far East: a treasure trove of exquisite materials,’ she says. ‘The richness of the shell mirrors my inspiration and is perfectly in line with the vision I have for my clutches.’ Each clutch is like a work of art and would look equally at home on the mantelpiece of your living room as it would under your arm on a night out. Trad’s signature creations include the Polygonia collection of polygon-shaped clutches in stainless steel or wood, and the Eliferia
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clutches that seeks to capture the essence of the area’s architecture. The sparkle of a terrazzo foor, the brass accent of a mahogany cocktail bar and the distinctive bark of a tropical tree all provide visual references for pieces that radiate a refned air of old-world glamour. The Webster clutch boasts a mother-ofpearl shell shot through with emerald resin, while the Carlyle and Sterling models echo the elegance of art deco walnut furniture. The Kent clutch has a mesmerising iridescence and a wearable, desirable appeal – its textured fnish is made from crushed shell ofcuts layered to create a gradient efect. At a time when contemporary accessory design can sometimes seem derivative, Trad’s capacity for innovation and invention gives her pieces a unique edge. She also demonstrates an astute ability to combine her Middle Eastern heritage with cutting-edge fashion.
‘My personality seeps into every aspect of my designs,’ she explains. ‘My entire collection is a true refection of my identity; my aesthetic is undeniably Middle Eastern with western touches, a marriage of East and West.’ This ability to blend her cultural background with a modern outlook has put her frmly on the ascent. Trad is set to become one of the most prominent handbag designers of her generation, though it’s unlikely she’ll drop the natural modesty she has about all that she has achieved up to now. ‘I feel that as a Middle Eastern designer I have to prove myself twice as much, show proper consistency throughout the seasons, continue to innovate and push boundaries in order to be taken seriously in the Western world,’ she says. ‘Every region comes with its own set of challenges and benefts. It is up to us to make the best with what we are given.’
Above (clockwise from top left): Nathalie Trad designs and sketches for the Kent, the Victor, the Sterling and the Murray clutches
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Trad’s capacity for innovation and invention gives her pieces a unique edge. She combines her heritage with cutting-edge fashion
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STAY IN STYLE The world’s fnest hotels boast locations in the most desirable city districts, interiors that demonstrate meticulous attention to detail and amenities that range from Michelin-starred restaurants to luxury spas ofering state-of-the-art treatments. SHOP shares its pick of some of the very best
HOTEL ORFILA Housed within an impressive 19th-century neoclassical mansion, Hotel Orfila allows visitors to Madrid to experience old-world glamour. This centrally located hotel has 32 guestrooms, each with its own décor which reflects the hotel’s historic setting. Care has been taken to preserve the hotel’s period furniture and design features, including grand fireplaces and high ceilings, while ensuring that clients are provided with the modern globalblue.com
amenities that frequent travellers demand. Enjoy a cocktail on the tranquil terrace before a meal at Orfila’s excellent Garden restaurant which focuses on seasonal dishes, often using produce which is grown on-site. Unexpected extra touches include monogrammed bathrobes for regular guests. Hotel Orfila, Calle de Orfila 6, 28010 Madrid, +34 91 702 7770, hotelorfila.com
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FOUR SEASONS HOTEL SEOUL Located near Gwanghwamun Plaza, this slick, modern hotel has 317 rooms and suites, all equipped with customisable Four Seasons beds to ensure guests get a good night’s sleep. Signature Four Seasons touches such as twice-daily housekeeping and 24-hour in-room dining ensure comfort and convenience. Health and fitness facilities include a three-lane
swimming pool, a virtual indoor golf course, a Pilates room and a juice bar. Among the hotel’s seven eateries is Boccalino, which serves Italian food, Cantonese specialist Yu Yuan, and Kioku, a celebration of authentic Japanese cuisine. Other attractions include a nail bar, and a flower shop run by the famous Danish florist Nicolai Bergmann. Four Seasons Hotel Seoul, 97 Saemunan-ro, Jongno-gu, Seoul 031 83, +82 (0)2 6388 5000, fourseasons.com/kr/seoul
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HOTEL DANIEL Vienna’s Hotel Daniel describes its approach to hospitality as ‘smart luxury’. Opened in 2011, the ultra-hip venue offers a choice of 116 rooms and even an Airstream trailer. Unusual touches include in-room hammocks and Vespa scooters for hire, and the hotel has an on-site bakery. The interior décor is modern and welcoming, with humorous touches throughout (look out globalblue.com
for the hotel’s take on the traditional ‘do not disturb’ sign during your visit). A stone’s throw from the stunning Belvedere castle and a short walk from the city centre, Hotel Daniel provides the perfect urban getaway. Hotel Daniel, Landstrasser Gürtel 5, 1030 Vienna, +43 (0)1 901310, hoteldaniel.com
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GRAND AMORE The Grand Amore in Florence, with just 11 rooms, takes exceptionally good care of its guests. Visitors receive a questionnaire prior to their stay where they can specify a wide range of preferences, from flowers to mattress firmness. The result is a home-from-home feeling in a very stylish setting. Designed by Italian architect Marianna Gagliardi and
furnished with Italian artisan fabrics and furniture, the rooms are opulent and supremely comfortable. The hotel’s Comfort Crew provides a faultless concierge service, which includes booking tours, wine tastings and cookery classes. As an extra touch, guests are given a personal gift on departure. Grand Amore, Via dei Servi 38A, 50122 Florence, +39 055 035 1500, grandamorehotel.com
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THE THIEF Since its opening in 2013, the Thief has built a global reputation for cutting-edge design. The hotel’s permanent art collection is overseen by Sune Nordgren, the founding director of the National Museum of Art, Architecture and Design in Oslo. As a result, guests enjoy the benefit of expertly selected original artwork in their rooms as well as free access to the Astrup Fearnley museum of modern art, which is located next door. The Thief cost more per room to build than any hotel in Scandinavia and its pedigree is clear in the 118 stylish rooms globalblue.com
and the award-winning penthouse suite with its own rooftop terrace. Each room is filled with details to make your stay special, from custom-designed bathrobes to blankets to keep you warm while you take in the view from your balcony. Sample some of the best cocktails Oslo has to offer in the hotel bar, where mixology is treated as an art form: fresh fruit is dehydrated daily in-house, and even the ice cubes are hand cut. Take time to relax in the spa, which contains a pool, sauna, steam room and the city’s first hammam (Turkish bath). The Thief, Landgangen 1, 0252 Oslo, +47 2400 4000, thethief.com
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WALDORF ASTORIA AMSTERDAM Positioned on Herengracht, one of Amsterdam’s best-known canals, the Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam combines Dutch style and history with the luxury and attention to detail for which Waldorf Astoria hotels are known worldwide. The hotel is in a former merchant’s house with plenty of spacious, light-filled rooms providing views of the adjacent canal and of the house’s pleasant courtyard garden.
For those looking for particularly spacious accommodation, the distinctive Brentano Suite possesses its own dining room, study and walk-in closet. Afternoon tea is served in the refined surroundings of the hotel’s Peacock Alley, gourmets will enjoy De Librije restaurant, which holds three Michelin stars, and the cosy Vault Bar is the ideal place for a nightcap. Waldorf Astoria Amsterdam, Herengracht 542-556, 1017 CG Amsterdam, +31 (0)20 718 4600, hilton.com/amsterdam
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PÄDASTE MANOR Located on Estonia’s Muhu Island, Pädaste Manor hotel is an historic 15th-century estate set within a picturesque seaside nature reserve. A member of Small Luxury Hotels of the World, the establishment has many notable features including a spa, private cinema, bar and fine-dining facilities. Guests receive a globalblue.com
personal iPad for the length of their stay and complimentary Wi-Fi is provided. Opened in 1997, the hotel’s philosophy of simple luxury can be seen in the lack of ostentation and in the presence of details such as bespoke bedding and local antiques. Pädaste Manor, 94716 Muhu, +372 454 8800, padaste.ee
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GROSSARLER HOF With its panoramic alpine views, traditional dĂŠcor and extensive spa facilities, this familyrun hotel is a charming Austrian retreat. Located just 70 kilometres south of Salzburg, it is close to the Hohe Tauern national park and the Grossarl Mountain cable car, making it ideal for visitors who like to explore the
countryside. Chef Walter Viehauser focuses on regional specialities and locally sourced produce in the restaurant. Also worthy of note is the on-site spa, with a Finnish sauna, Jacuzzi, steam bath, infrared cabin and samarium (temperate sauna), offering guests the chance to relax in beautiful surroundings. Grossarler Hof, Unterberg 122, 5611 Grossarl, +43 (0)641 48384, grossarlerhof.at
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THE GUIDE Global Blue’s guide ensures you make the most of your trip to Beirut with a look at the city’s must-visit destinations, from an art-inspired restaurant to the boutique of an internationally admired Lebanese fashion designer. For further helpful hints and detailed city guides, check out globalblue.com/beirut.
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REEM ACRA Lebanese fashion designer Reem Acra is known for her dazzling embroidered creations and her spring/summer 2016 collection, presented at New York Fashion Week, was no exception. Floral embroidery, sparkling and shimmering tones of purple and red, and intricate lace detailing stood out as a celebration of colour, with a folky style that felt like an homage to her past collections. The vibrant range is in line with Acra’s striking style, and she is also well-known for her bridal designs. Reem Acra, Foch Street, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 989803, reemacra.com
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The frst Rag & Bone boutique in Lebanon is a minimal space in Aïshti By The Sea. The interior refects the brand’s aesthetic, with Persian rugs, marble covers and oak wood foors throughout the store. The latest spring/summer 2016 collection features dynamic, interesting patterns that can transform any wardrobe with instant casual elegance. Tailoring is seen alongside sporty and playful styles, and both the store and the collections refect Rag & Bone’s characteristic attention to detail. Rag & Bone, Aïshti By The Sea, Antelias, +961 (0)4 717716, rag-bone.com
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BEIRUT SOUKS Merging the past with the present, Beirut Souks sees the historic city combine efortlessly with a host of modern retail destinations. Noteworthy sites include the restaurants and cafés of Ajami Square and a variety of street and farmers’ markets, including the atmospheric Souk El Tayeb. Beirut Souks comprises over 200 local, international and boutique outlets alongside an array of exciting dining destinations, and is a cultural and diverse day out for the whole family. Beirut Souks, Beirut Central District, +961 (0)1 957000, beirutsouks.com.lb FOR M A P GO TO PAGE 75
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Natura Bisse-Bassam Fattouh Pamco Pamco (Cosmetics) Parashop Romance Clarins / Product Romance Institut Clarins Romance Multimarques Romance Sisley Samoa Sarraf Multimarques Sensai Shiseido Socodile Perfumes Accessories Agatha Evita Peroni Gifts By Claudia Jlc Joanna Dahdah Kiara Si Libellule Luxury SelectionsPandora L’empreinte Nana B Oxette Parfois
Sk Bijoux - Skin Small Print Electronics Actyv Elite M2 Food & Beverage Black Pepper Kusmi Tea Gadgets Hallmark Gifts Campo Marzio Faber Castel Milord Philippi Porsche Design Swarovski Homeware Au Petit Point Lampe Berger Le Massif 2000 Nespresso Patchi Siom Jewellery Antoine Hakim
Jewellery Carati Hagopian Jewelry Mac Design Mauboussin Moukarzel Mouzannar Ro-Ma By Azar Rosso Nero Voyageur Zougheib Kidswear 16 Eme Aizone Kids Bensimon Bonnet A Pompon Catimini Chicco Eid Junior Fabula Kids Jacadi Moms & Babies Monsoon Mothercare Okaidi Original Marines Osh Kosh Pablosky Petit Bateau Polo Ralph Lauren Kids Pre Maman Sidekick Tape A L’oeil/ Garvalin Tartine Et Chocolat Tchooz Shoes United Colors Of Benetton Zahar Kids Services Color Me Mine Piixelz Optical Beyond Brands Grand Optical L’optique La Lunetterie Optik Studio Ya-Ra Restaurants 365 Haagen Dazs Lina’s Sandwish Magnolia Cafe Pinkberry Starbucks
Urbanista Cafe De Flore Casper & Gambini’s Duo Leila Napoletana Obi Roadster Shoes Birkenstock Carissima Maria Pino Nine West Pointure Skechers Tom’s Sportswear Adidas Converse Nike Puma Reebok Toys Elc Unisex Wear Elevenparis Watches Atamian Breitling Romance Boucheron - Hermes Romance Time Square - Fossil Sundial Swatch Time Zone Women’s Fashion Aishti Antonelle Armani Jeans Bcbg Bebe Betty Barclay Depeche Mode Espace S Fabula Fifth Avenue Flo French Connection Gerry Weber H&M Karen Millen Loft By Aspuces Luisa Spagnoli Manoush
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Pamela Milano Persona Reiss Rg Roberta Biagi Sinequanone Talco By Ella Tara Jarmon Vero Moda Weekend Zadig & Voltaire
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Lingerie Diamony Intimi Lingerie Boutique Joy K-Lynn Lasenza Marie France Massoud LingerieJennifer Oro Calze
Socks Sonia’s Lingerie Women’secret -Rt Zahar Lingerie Luggage Delsey Rimowa Ucb-Calvin Klein-Ferrari
Men’s Fashion Gs Paul & Shark Polo Ralph Lauren-Men Rectangle Jaune Roy Robson Vilebrequin Nail Bar Color Box
Leisure Librairie Antoine Virgin Linen Maison De Blanc Leather Goods Coccinelle Furla Kipling Mmk
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Dbayeh Antelias
1. Canali 2. Corneliani 3. Diesel 4. Dior 5. Gucci 6. Céline 7. Ermenegildo Zegna 8. Valentino 9. Emilio Pucci 10. Cartier 11. Marc Jacobs 12. Roberto Cavalli 13. Fendi 14. Dolce & Gabbana 15. Burberry 16. Bottega Veneta 17. Jimmy Choo
Jal El Dib
Aïshti Jdeideh
Beirut
Furn El Chebbak
Sin El Fil
Mkalles Ghobeiry
Chiyah
18. Etro 19. Stella McCartney 20. Balenciaga 21. Saint Laurent 22. Chloé 23. Camper 24. 7 For All Mankind 25. Aïzone 26. True Religion 27. The Kooples 28. Façonnable 29. Tory Burch
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AÏSHTI BY THE SEA STORE DIRECTORY Ground Floor Burberry Moncler Dolce & Gabbana Céline Fendi Prada Gucci Balenciaga Loewe Bulgari Bottega Veneta Saint Laurent Valentino Miu Miu Chloé George Hakim Bucellati Basement Armani Junior Asics Seven True Religion Timberland Armani Jeans La Martina Napapijri Diesel Camper Geox Aeronautica Militare Melissa New Balance Aïshti Minis Restaurants ART people Meat the Fish Jewellery Buccellati Bulgari George Hakim Tabbah Level 1 Men’s Fashion Burberry Corneliani Ermenegildo Zegna Dolce & Gabbana Brunello Cucinelli Valentino Gucci Dior Prada
Shopping Centre/Mall
Aoukar
Dbayeh
Jal El Dib
Aïshti By The Sea
Jdeidah Beirut
Furn El Chebbak
Mkalles
Chiyah
Brooks Brothers Canali Pal Zileri Tumi Dsquared Façonnable Level 2 Women’s Fashion Burberry Roberto Cavalli Moschino Emilio Pucci Brunello Cucinelli Alberta Ferretti Dsquared Tory Burch Alexander Wang Marc Jacobs Proenza Schouler Alaïa Stella McCartney Alexander McQueen Sonia Rykiel
Sin El Fil
Level 3 Contemporary Stores Equipment Home Collection Joie
The Kooples Vince Theory Sonia By Sonia Rykiel Red Valentino
Kenzo Helmut Lang Rag & Bone Alice & Olivia DVF
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BEIRUT MALL
Women’s Fashion Sport et Loisir Vero Moda
Beirut Mall
ROAD
Beauty, Perfumes & Cosmetics Beauty Concept
IDA OLD SA
Banks & Financial Services ATM Audi BLF
Watches & Jewellery Atamian Watches Citizen Damas Michel Zoughaib Swatch Time Zone Zoughaib
STORE DIRECTORY
Books, Electronics & Multimedia Maliks Dbayeh
Cafés & Restaurants Bliss House Cinnzeo Comsi Comsaj Dunkin Donuts KFC McDonald’s Moka & More Children’s Fashion Carters Obaby Okaïdi Original Marines Pumpkin Patch Gifts & Accessories Accessorize Aldo Accessories Kid’s Entertainment Adventure World Lingerie La Senza La Vie en Rose Men’s Fashion Jack & Jones Titanos Services Liban Post Supermarket Rammal Shoes & Bags Aldo Nine West Shoe Avenue Sport et Loisir
Shopping Centre/Mall
Antelias Jal El Dib
Jdeideh
Beirut
Furn El Chebbak
Beirut Mall Chiyah
Sin El Fil
Mkalles
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BEIRUT SOUKS STORE DIRECTORY
Dbayeh Antelias Jal El Dib
Beirut Souks
Jdeideh
Beirut
Cafés & Restaurants Al Sultan Brahim Butcher shop & Grill Dunkin’ Donuts Grid Kababji Pzza Co Roadster Sax Starbucks Met Café Y by Yabani Zaatar W Zeit
Mkalles
Chiyah Ghobeiry
WAFIC SINNO STREET
TRABLOS STREET
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Souk Ayass
Souk El
Souk Bustros
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Arw am
Jam il
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Imam Ouzai’ Square
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Beauty, Perfume & Cosmetics L’Occitane en Provence Lush MAC Salon Express Wojooh Books, Electronics & Multimedia Librairie Antoine Virgin Megastore
Sin El Fil
Furn El Chebbak
Banks & Financial Services ATM BankMed BankMed SAL
Children’s Fashion CH Carolina Herrera Gap H&M Kids Kenzo Kids Kids Around Little Room Massimo Dutti Monsoon Pom D’Api Rodeo Drive Zahar Zara Confectionery, Chocolate & Ice Cream Crazy Candy Cocoa & Co Häagen Dazs Patchi Pinkberry Yeh
Eyewear Hallak Opticians Magrabi Optical Sunglass Hut The Counter Gifts & Accessories CK Watches & Tissot JLC Accessories I AM Louis Vuitton Mango Touch Milord Party Couture Patchi Porsche Design Samsonite Swatch Homeware Galerie Vanlian Mini Maison Zara Home Hypermarket TSC Signature Lingerie Calzedonia EA7 K-Lynn La Senza Oysho Socks Men’s Fashion Aïzone Armani Jeans Bershka Boggi Burberry CH Carolina Herrera Cortefel Eden Park Emporio Armani Gap H&M Men Jack & Jones Louis Vuitton Massimo Dutti Porsche Design Pull & Bear Rodeo Drive Salsa Superdry Timberland Tommy Hilfger Zara
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Services & Speciality Shops LibanPost Planet Discovery Shoes & Bags DKNY Geox Jimmy Choo Linea Max Louis Vuitton Maria Pino Nine West ShoeAvenue St. Nicola Timberland Uterqüe Sports Apparel & Equipment Adidas Mike Sport Nike Puma Reebok
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Toys Joue Club Lego Land Watches & Jewellery Alain Philippe Antoine Wadih Salamoun Armanor Jewellery Atamian Exclusives Azar Jewelry Boucheron Chopard Chronora Damiani by Azar Diademe Diamond Creations Farah Shanal George Hakim Hublot Imad Baadarani IWC Jaeger-LeCoultre Joaillerie Moukarzel
Mauboussin Mouawad Mukhi Sisters N. Mouzannar Nada G Ofcine Panerai Or La Loi Piaget Poé Tahiti Pomellato Rami Abboud Shada Jewelry Swatch Tabbah Tag Heuer Toy Watch U Boat Vartan VHP Jewelry Voyageur Yeprem Jewelry Yessayan Jewellery Zorab Creation Zoughaib Design Jewelry
Wine Cellar The Wine Library (La Cave de Joel Robuchon) Women’s Fashion 7 For All Mankind Aïzone Armani Jeans Bershka Bottega Veneta Burberry CH Carolina Herrera Chloé Cortefel Depeche Mode DKNY Emporio Armani Etro Gap Giovane H&M Women Jennyfer Jeans Couture Little Room Loft By Aspuces
Louis Vuitton Mango Marella Massimo Dutti Monsoon Parfois Petals & Pearls Promod Pull & Bear Punt O Roma Rodeo Drive Room One Saint Laurent Salsa SGH Stella McCartney Stradivarius Superdry Timberland Tommy Hilfger True Religion Uterqüe Vero Moda Zara
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CITYMALL STORE DIRECTORY
Dbayeh Antelias Jal El Dib
CITYMALL Jdeideh
Beirut
Furn El Chebbak
Sin El Fil
Mkalles Chiyah
Ghobeiry
A SE
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Accessories, Shoes & Bags Accessorize Aldo Bruni Collection Capelli New York Carpisa Steve Madden Claire’s Clarks Cubana’s Geox Hush Puppies I am Inori by Trovare Merhej Headwear MOA Nautica Nine West Parfois Primadonna Shoe Avenue Sk Bijoux Swarovski Woz Banks & Financial Service ATM Banque Libano Francaise ATM Byblos Bank Audi Bank Audi Nuovo Cash United Liban Post OMT Western Union Beauty, Perfume & Cosmetics Bath & Body Works Beauty Express Instyle Salon Mac Make Up Studio The Body Shop Victoria’s Secret Cinemas & Entertainment Cinemacity Cuddle Cart Funny Ride Treasure Island Coffee Shops Cinnabon
Shopping Centre/Mall
Dunkin’ Donuts Eric Kayser Lina’s Moka & More Nestle Toll House Starbucks Confectionery, Chocolate & Ice Cream Candy Pirates Candy Cool Chocolate & Chocolate Magic Corn Munchies House Papabubble Passion Juice Waffle Shack Department Stores BHV Centrepoint Dine In Restaurants Crepaway Deek Duke Ichiban Le Croque House Lord of the Wings Roadster Schnitzels Semsom Eyewear Grand Optics L’Optique Magrabi Optical Ojo Sunglasses Rayb an Sunglass Hut Fast Food Restaurants Bliss House Chopsticks Franks Wurst KFC Lekmet Gibran Malak al TaoukMc Donald’s Tonino Crepe Vanelli’s Gifts, Toys & Accessories Bader Ghanem Artisanat Camelia’s Funny Balloons
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Hallmark JouéClub Mouftah al Sharq Household, Books & Electronics Multimedia BHV DECO Khoury Home Class Khoury Cell M2 Maliks Vanlian Virgin Megastore Jewellery & Watches Armanor Atamian Citizen Himo Jouaillerie Moukarzel
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Kronos Michel Zoughaib Perfect Timing Punctual Romance Time Rossonero Rovina Sundial Time Zone Zoughaib Jewelry Children’s Fashion Carter’s Mamas & Papas Mothercare Okaidi Original Marines Osh Kosh Pablosky Petit Bateau Pumpkin Patch Shoe Avenue Kids
Tenten Lingerie Calzedonia Etam La Senza La Vie en Rose Marie France Nai Lingerie Socks Women’secret Men’s Fashion Houdoum Jack & Jones Modish Pellini Rectangle Jaune Roy Robson Services 5 Minutes
Enjoy Lebanon Golden Vacation Hair Lounge Instyle Petmart Siyaha Invest Smoking Lounge Woosh Sports Fashion Puma Tchooz Shoes Skechers Sports Experts Unisex Fashion Aizone Alcott Armani Xchange Big Star Bossini Cortefiel
Lee Wrangler Pepe Jeans Shana / Double Agent Springfield Timberland Tommy Hilfiger US Polo Assn. Women’s Fashion Bebe Bershka Gerry Webber Jus d’Orange Lanidor Motivi Sinequanone Sogo Sport et Loisir Stradivarius Tally Weijl Vero Moda
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CITYMALL BHV DEPARTMENT STORE STORE DIRECTORY
Dbayeh Antelias Jal El Dib
CITYMALL BHV Department Store Jdeideh
Beirut
Furn El Chebbak
Sin El Fil
Mkalles Chiyah Ghobeiry
A SE
D OA ER S ID
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WAY HIGH DORA
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CITYMALL BHV Department Store
Shoes Bearpaw Betula Bical Birkenstock Castell Chipie Converse Fly Heels Jeffrey Campbell Les Tropeziennes Maria Pino Mel By Melissa No Name Patrizia Pretty Ballerinas Rigotti Santini Scarbina Soludos Stella Luna Valencia Versace Jeans Victoria Vidoretta Bags Christian Lacroix Galeries Lafayette Paris Innue Juicy Couture Kipling La Bouche Couture Lauren By Ralph Lauren Longchamp Michael Kors Street Level Ted Lapidus Tosca Blu Versace Jeans Small Leather Goods Cardin Sergio Tacchini Calvin Klein Pierre Watches Adidas Armani Exchange Calvin Klein Diesel DKNY Emporio Armani
Fossil GC Guess J LO By Jennifer Lopez Just Cavalli Kenneth Cole Lacoste Marc By Marc Jacobs Michael Kors Nautica Oliver Ross Omorfia Rovina Skagen Swatch Timberland Timex Tissot Tommy Hilfiger Westar Scarves Fendi Lauren By Ralph Lauren Missoni Kusan Galaries Lafayette Paris Marc Rozier Roberto Cavalli Unrealfur Jewellery Agatha Buckley DKNY DK Tattos Diesel Emporio Armani Fossil Lulu Umbrellas Clima Fulton Neyrat Autun Victorinox Luxurious Stationery Parker Sheaffer Luggage American Tourister Delsey Rimowa Samsonite Victorinox
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Make-up / Skincare / Perfume Armani Bassam Fattouh Bourjois Chanel Clarins Clinique Dior Estée Giorgio Lancôme Lauder L’Oréal Paris Max Factor Maybelline Shiseido Yves Saint Laurent Perfume Alexandre J Antonio Banderas Azzaro Balenciaga Bentley Bottega Veneta Boucheron Burberry Bvlgari Cacharel Cadillac Calvin Klein Carolina Herrera Cartier Carven Chanel Chloé Chopard Clinique Coach Creed Davidoff Designer Diesel Dior Dolce and Gabbana Dunhill Elie Saab Ermenegildo Zegna Escada Estée Lauder Ferrari Giorgio Armani Givenchy Gucci Guess Hermes Hugo Boss Jaguar
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James Bond Jean Paul Gautier Jimmy Choo John Galliano Juicy Couture Juliette Has a Gun Karl Lagerfeld Kenzo Lacoste Lancôme Lanvin Loewe Marc Jacobs Mercedes-Benz Miyake Molinard Molyneux Mont Blanc Narcisso Rodriguez Nina Ricci Paco Rabanne Paris Hilton Police Prada Ralph Lauren Red Carpet Reminiscence Repetto Rihana Roberto Cavalli Issey S.T. Dupont Serge Lutens Shaik Swarovski Taylor Swift Thierry Mugler Tom Ford Valentino Van Cleef & Arpels Versace Viktor and Rolf Yves Saint Laurent Zipped Kids Perfumes Burberry Ikks Jacadi Kaloo Tartine et Chocolat Nail Polish Jessica Opi Sally Hansen Coming Soon: Essie
Children’s Fashion Amelie Antony Morato Jr Banana Moon Billieblush Blue Kid Bout’Chou Cadet Rousselle Catimini Chicco CHIPIE shoes Country for Kids Derhy Kids Desigual Hero Seven Juicy Couture Kickers Kid’s Graffiti Les Tropéziennes Mel by Melissa Petit Bateau Vingino Zadig & Voltaire Underwear Calvin Klein Chantelle DIM Etam Fashion Forms Jadea Liz Passionata Princessa René Rofé Simone Pérèle Spanx Wacoal Nightwear Calvin Klein Etam Galaries Lafayette Linclalor Miss Bisbigli Pip Legwear Dearfoams De Fonseca DIM Levante Marie France Philippe Matignon Swimwear Banana Moon Bikini Bar Blue 4 U Blue Point Maryan Mehlhorn
Solano Watercult Men’s Fashion Antony Morato Brax Daniel Hechter Denim & Supply by Ralph Lauren DKNY Fred Perry Galeries Lafayette Harmont & Blaine Hartford Hero Seven Karl Lagerfeld Lanvin (Ties & Scarves) Lanvin (ties) La Squadra New Man Paris Pierre Cardin Tailors Choice Trussardi Jeans Valencia (Shoes) Yves Saint Laurent (ties) Underwear & Swimwear Burlington Calvin Klein Defonseca (slippers) Eminence Falke Fruit of the Loom Hartford Havainas (flip flop) Jockey Linclalor Ralph Lauren Women’s Fashion Agnes B Axara BCBGeneration Cimarron Cop Copine Deby Debo Denim & Supply by Ralph Lauren Desigual Frnch Galeries Lafayette Paris Gelco Gerard Darel Jodhpur Juicy Couture Karen Millen
La Fee Maraboutee Lauren by Ralph Lauren Manoush Meteo by Access M Missoni Nissa Pinkulture Reiss Rene Derhy See U Soon Silvian Heach Tara Jarmon Twin Set Unrealfur Yves Salomon
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LEMALL - DBAYEH
LeMall - Dbayeh Dbayeh
DBAY EH H IGHW AY
Antelias Jal El Dib
LeMall - Dbayeh
Jdeideh
Beirut
Furn El Chebbak
Sin El Fil
Mkalles Chiyah Ghobeiry
STORE DIRECTORY Accessories Accessorize Monsoon I am Fiora Inori Viccoria Beauty Care Beauty Express Bookshops & Electronics Class Malik’s Cafés & Restaurants Ahwak Cinnabon Chopsticks Classic Burger Crepaway Cup & Roll Deek Duke Dip’n Dip
Shopping Centre/Mall
Dunkin’ Donuts Magnolia McDonalds Moka & More Olio/Soto Paul Shawarmanji Shtrumpf Zaatar w Zeit Confectionery & Chocolate Let’s Chocolate Passion Juice Yoghurt Spoon Cosmetics La Cremerie Wojooh Entertainment Cinemall Eyewear Shades Sunglass Hut
Fashion Aldo & Aldo Accessories Bershka Big Star Boggi Calzedonia Capelli GAP LTB Mango Marella Massimo Dutti Moustache Oxygene Pop Cult Promod Pull & Bear Stradivarius Superdry Tally Weijl Unlimited Zara Homeware & Gifts ESSE Memento Natural Life O’ Lit Zara Home
Lingerie Intimissimi La Senza La Vie En Rose Oysho Socks Services Enjoy Lebanon LibanPost Shoes & Bags Charles & Keith Lyne’s Sneaker Box Spring Steve Madden Superga Zaxy Sportswear Decathlon Mike Sport Toys Joue Club
Watches & Jewellery City Time Hanna Jewelry Himo Jewelry Kanza Jewelry Perfect Timing Tocante Yessayan Jewelry
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LEMALL - SIN EL FIL
Dbayeh
D IM IT
STR EE T
Antelias
S H E LO U
Jal El Dib
Furn El Chebbak
CHARLE
Jdeideh
Beirut
Sin El Fil
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Le Mall Sin El Fil
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LeMall - Sin El Fil Mkalles
Chiyah Ghobeiry
STORE DIRECTORY Accessories Accessorize I am Inori Fiora Accessories Monsoon Kids & Monsoon Ladies SK Bijoux Viccoria Bookshops & Electronics Class Deal of the Town Maliks Cafés & Restaurants Burger King Dip’n Dip Dunkin’ Donuts Ichiban Lina’s Moka & More
Shopping Centre/Mall
Roadster Diner Confectionery & Chocolate Candy Pirates Mascorn Cosmetics Gloss La Cremerie Samoa Children’s Fashion Geox Noa Noa Okaidi Original Marines Petit Yo Piixelz Pumpkin Patch Ten Ten Children’s Zone Kidz Nation Eyewear Sunglass Hut
Homeware Natural Life Lingerie La Senza La Vie en Rose Oysho Socks Fashion Alcott Bershka Big Star Boggi Milano Calzedonia Colin’s Designers Market Outlet LTB Mango Massimo Dutti Monsoon Kids & Monsoon Ladies Moustache Pellini Promod Pull & Bear
Punt Roma Salsa Jeans Sport et Loisirs Stradivarius Tally Weijl Unicted Colors of Benetton Veromoda Jack & Jones Zara Services LibanPost Shoes & Bags Aldo & Aldo Accessories Charles & Keith Fiora Shoes Nautica Nine West Spring Steve Madden Sportswear Mike Sport
Toys Joue Club Watches & Jewellery Time Zone Tocante Swarovski Swatch Zoughaib
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CITY CENTRE BEIRUT STORE DIRECTORY
Dbayeh Antelias
Banks / Financial Services Audi BLF BLOM Byblos Credit Bank Fransabank HSBC
Jal El Dib
Cosmetics / Perfumes Abdul Samad Al Qurashi Bath & Body Works © Beauty Concept Clarins Mac Parashop The Body Shop Victoria’s Secret Beauty Accessories Wojooh
Jdeideh
Beirut
Sin El Fil
Furn El Chebbak
Mkalles
Chiyah
City Centre Beirut
Ghobeiry
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CAMIL CHAMOUN
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Shopping Centre/Mall
EMILE L AHOUD
* Opening Soon
ROAD IEH HAM
City Centre Beirut
Department Stores / Hypermarket Carrefour © Centrepoint Marks & Spencer © Dining – Cafes / Speciality Foods Castania Nut Boutique Dunkin Donuts Gnc Häagen Dazs Lina’s Moka & More Patchi Pinkberry Starbucks Teavana © Dining – Food Court Attila Mongolian Grill © Burger King Chopsticks Cinnabon Foodstyle Hardees* Kababji KFC Malak Al Tawouk Mcdonald’s
© Exclusive For City Centre
Pizzaro © Shawarmanji Steak & Cheese Factory © Zaatar W Zeit Dining – Restaurants Ahwak Crepaway Gigi © Moka Lounge © Nasma Pf Chang’s Roadster Diner Scoozi Shake Shack Sushi Ko Electronics / Book Stores Bose I Style © Samsung Stars Mobile Virgin Megastore* Entertainment Magic Planet © Vox Cinemas © Children’s / Maternity Fashion Babyshop (Centrepoint) Carters* Jacadi Mamas & Papas Mothercare Name It Original Marines Tape À L’oeil Zippy Zahar Kids Women’s Fashion Bebe Betty Barclay Coast © Cacharel* Desigual Dkny Dorothy Perkins © Double Agent © Express Woman© Forever 21 © Gerry Webber Hoss Intropia © Jennyfer Juicy Couture K Lynn
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Karen Millen Les Amis List Liu Jo Luisa Spagnoli © Marie France Max & Co Miss Selfridge © Motivi Persona Sport Et Loisir Subdued* © Top Shop © Vero Moda Wallis © Warehouse © Zahar Lingerie Men’s Fashion Beverly Hills Polo Club © Express Man © Jack & Jones Paul & Shark Rectangle Jaune State Of Art Tom Tailor Top Man ©
Unisex Fashion Aïzone American Eagle Outfitters Bossini Converse Cotton On © Diesel Fabula* Geddes And Gilmore © Giordano Guess H&M Intimi Jack Wills © Lacoste Max River Woods © Splash (Centrepoint) Springfield Socks Ted Baker Timberland Tommy Hilfiger True Religion United Colors Of Benetton
Us Polo Assn 7 For All Mankind Fashion Accessories / Handbags / Footwear Agatha Bata Camper Carpisa Clarks Claire’s Florsheim Gs Shoes Guess Accessories Kipling Maria Pino Milano © Moa Pablosky Palladium Parfois Payless Shoes Pieces Primadonna Shoemart (Centrepoint) Skechers
Home Furnishing H&M Home (H&M)© Lifestyle (Centrepoint) Pottery Barn Kids © The White Company © Villeroy And Boch West Elm © Jewellery / Watches Armanor Atamian Citizen Dalya Damas Frey Wille © Moukarzel Rosso Nero Rovina Romance Time Swarovski Zoughaib Jewelry
Optical / Sunglasses Beyond Optics © Hallak Optics Magrabi Services / Specialty Stores / Kiosks Baré Salon & Spa © Contro Corrente © D&P © G Factory / Casio Liban Post Maybelline Murex Optima © Sk Bijoux The Balm Cosmetics Sporting Goods Adidas Foot Locker Nike Puma Sports 4Ever Toys / Children’s Interests Early Learning Centre Joué Club
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LEMALL - SAIDA STORE DIRECTORY Accessories Lime
Dbayeh Antelias Jal El Dib
Bookshops & Electronics Cheaib Electronics Class Maliks Cafés & Restaurants 3oud Comsi Comsaj Dunkin’ Donuts Le Café McDonalds
Jdeideh
Beirut
Chidren’s Fashion Khabbaz Mamas & Papas Sin El Fil
Furn El Chebbak
Children’s Zone Fundo Mondo
Mkalles
Chiyah
Le Mall - Saida (40km)
Confectionery & Chocolate Cotton Candy Mascorn Nitrogen Ice Cream
Ghobeiry
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Cosmetics Aroma Cosmetics
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Fashion Bershka Big Star Kyla Moustache Pellini Promod Pull & Bear Tally Weijl Vitrin Zara
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Le Mall - Saida
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A F IK E
L HA RIRI
Lingerie Marie France Shoes & Bags Bata Lyne’s Sportswear Mike Sport
AL JA YES H
AL SIT NA FIS
HUS AME DD
Toys Mazen World Watches & Jewellery Zoughaib
Shopping Centre/Mall
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THE SPOT SAIDA
STORE DIRECTORY Beauty C&F The Body Shop Cafés & Restaurants Ahwak Burger King Chocolake Crepaway Leil Nhar Pinkberry Starbucks Jewellery & Accessories Accessorize Claire’s Everythink Moukarzel Jewelry Michel Zougheib Freezia Accessories Optica General Pieces Rossonero Smart Zone -Cellaris Sundial
Shopping Centre/Mall
Clothing & Shoes Aldo Freezia Fashion GS H&M Jack & Jones Nine West Payless Shoe Avenue
Palmira
Pain De Mie
Baguete Diner Lingerie La Sensa La Vie En Rose Kiosks Cotton Candy Factory Mascorn Kidswear & Toys Early Learning Centre Mothercare Name It Oshkosh B’Gosh Petit Entertainment Grand Cinemas 360 Fun Centre
Restaurant
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THE SPOT NABATIEH STORE DIRECTORY Supermarket Redy Supermarket Fashion & Accessories Claire’s Freezia H&M Jack&Jones Orange Studio Pazio Pellini Sport et Loisir Vero Moda Shoes & Bags Basics Trends K.U.K.L.A Nine West Payless Steve Madden Lingerie La Senza La Vie En Rose Homeware & Electronics Phone Avenue Jewellery & Watches Malak Jewelry Michel Zoughaib
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Time Avenue Beauty & Health Cherri Optic Fragranza GNC Parashop The Body Shop
Sultan - Pastry
Kidswear & Toys Brand Carter’s Mothercare Name it Restaurants & Coffee Shops Burger King Candy Pirates Chocolate Passion Cup Corn KFC Leil Nhar Lime Tree Pinkberry Starbucks Sportswear Puma Sportstown Entertainment Astro Laser Games/ Arcades Circuit Empire
The Spot Nabatieh
Al Zawada Al Asrieh
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بعرق اللّؤلؤ الط ّعم بالراتينج الزم ّردي ،ف حي يعكس تصميم Carlyleو Sterlingأناقة أثاث بأسلوب الرت ديكو من خشب الجوز .أ ّما حقيبة ،Kentفتتمتّع بتق ّرح لون مذهل وبتألّق عمل الكس الرصو“ جاذب؛ غلفها الخارجي مصنوع من الصد“ ّ بطريقة توحي بالتد ّرج .تجدر الشارة إل أنّه ف زمنٍ يُعتب فيه تصميم الكسسوارات العاص أحياناً نوعاً من التكرار ،تبز قدرة Tradعل البتكار والختاع ومنح أعملها أسلوباً فريدا ً من نوعه. كم تُظهر قدرتها اللفتة ف دمج إرثها الشق أوسطي بالوضة البتكرة .تقول ف هذا الصدد“ :عندما أبتكر الكسسوارات ،أزرع كل عنص من عناص تصاميمي .مجموعتي بأكملها شخصيّتي ف ّ انعكاس لهويّتي؛ ل ّ شك أ ّن أسلوب شق أوسطي مع نفح ٍة غربيّة، إنّه تزاوج بي الشق والغرب”. ونتيجة قدرتها عل دمج خلفيّتها الثقافيّة برؤيتها العصيّة، تسلّقت سلّم النجاح .يبدو أ ّن Tradستصبح من أبرز مص ّممي تتخل عن تواضعها حقائب اليد ف جيلها ،لكن من الستبعد أن ّ ل كمص ّممة شق العفوي حيال ما حقّقت“ .أشعر أنّه يتو ّجب ع ّ أوسطيّة أن أضاعف إثبات وجودي وأُظهر اتّساقاً واضحاً خلل محمل ّ الواسم وأستم ّر بالبتكار وبتوسيع الفاق ليت ّم أخذي عل الخاصة ،ومن لكل منطقة تحدّياتها ومنافعها الج ّد ف العال الغربّ . ّ واجبنا أن نخلق الفضل من التوفّر”. When You Shop The World Shop Tax Free: 104
عندما تتس ّوق حول العال ،تس ّوق من دون دفع الضيبة تقدّم لك غلوبال بلو Global Blueخدمة التس ّوق من دون دفع الضيبة Tax Freeلتدّخر الال لدى تس ّوقك ف أكث من 270,000متجر ف أبرز مناطق التس ّوق حول العال. فل َم ل تنض ّم إل الـ 26مليون مسافر الذين يتس ّوقون من دون كل سنة؟ ما دفع الضيبة من خلل غلوبال بلو ّ Global Blue عليك إل أن تبحث عن النجمة الزرقاء أو تسأل عن غلوبل بلو Global Blueوتتبع خطواتنا السهلة. .1تس ّوق الخاص أينم تس ّوقت ،أطلب الحصول عل طلب استداد الضيبة ّ بغلوبال بلو Global Blueوتذكّر أن تحتفظ باليصالت. PHOTOS: (LEFT) MUSTHAFA ABOOBACKER; (RIGHT) LINDSAY KIRKCALDY
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أست Nathalie Tradنخبة التألّقي بحقائبها الصدفيّة الفريدة من نوعها .تتحدّث الص ّممة اللّبنانيّة عن مصادر إلهامها إل Beth Druce
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ج ّو من الفخامة؛ ومن الجدير الت ّبج لدى ارتياده .بفضل موقعه ف الهواء الطلق وطعامه الشهي وخدمته المتازة ،يستحيل مكاناً مريحاً وراقياً ف آنٍ واحد. ول يكن تفويت منظر الغروب من ،Coop D’Etat إحدى أكث الحانات عفويّة ف الدينة .ديكورها قديم وج ّوها وتطل عل مرفأ بيوت .يحلو هنا تأ ّمل غوص الشمس خلف مريح ّ السفن والتلذّذ بطعامٍ شهي. للستمتا’ بنظر مختلف ،تو ّجه إل فندق .O Monot تطل عل وسط الدينة ومنطقة الصيفي الغنيّة عل سطحه حانة ّ بالفنون والشفيّة التاريخيّة بالضافة إل الرفأ والبحر ،بالتال يكنك أن تض وقتاً مط ّولً تفكّر بوقعك وتشاهد العال يض تحتك .تقول الد ّونة Lynn Bedran Faresعن الحانة“ :إنّه مكان رائع لحتساء شاب عند الغروب مع الصدقاء”. إن كنت ترغب بنظر شامل وساحر للبحر ،اقصد .C-Loungeالثي للهتمم ف هذا الكان الحبوب محليّاً هو كل مقعد ،ويا له من منظر .إنّه صغي توفّر منظر جميل من ّ نسبيّاً ول حاجة للحجز السبق ،ج ّوه جميل ويشكّل مكاناً مثاليّاً لتبدأ منه أمسيتك .اجلس أينم كان واطلب أحد مشوبات C-Loungeالشهية وتأ ّمل غروب الشمس ف الفق .ومع التوسط ،تزيد هذه البيق الزهري الذي تبعثه الشمس عل ّ الحانة تألّقاً. الطل عل الساحل عل الطريق أ ّما ّ White Beirut البحري ،فيشتهر بجذب أصحاب الشأن .إنّه مكان مذهل حيث تُلعب الوسيقى العاليّة وتدور السهرات الجميلة ويحلو الرقص حتّى بزوغ الفجر؛ احرص عل التأنّق للفلت النظار. إن كنت ترقص أو تتناول العشاء أو تحتس شاب الوهيتو الحل ،تتلخّص الحياة بالباشن فروت أو ترتشف عيّنات من النبيذ ّ اللّيليّة ف بيوت بالستمتا’ بجمل الدينة من العل .زد عل ذلك منظر غروب الشمس الخلب ،فتجد أمامك كافّة العناص الكفيلة بأمسية مثاليّة مفعمة بالرح.
ُولدت الص ّممة Nathalie tradف لبنان وترعرعت ف دُب وكان لجذورها الشق أوسطيّة أث ٌر كبي عل عملها .تقول“ :ثقافة متأصلة ب .تجري ف عروقي وتُحدّد هويّتي ”.عمل والدها النطقة ّ “محل أزهار جميلً” فشكّل البتكار ف العلنات وأدارت والدتها ّ جزءا ً من نشأتها .تقول“ :شهدت التغييات التي طرأت عل بيوت وعشت ف عائلة وبيئة محاطتي بالف ّن والتصميم ،المر الذي غذّى اهتممي بعال التصميم”. انتقلت Tradإل باريس ف س ّن السابعة عش لتتابع دراستها ف كليّة الزياء الراقية .Esmod Internantional ميل بارز إل التصميم اللتاثل الذي وتولّد لديها ف تلك الدينة ٌ الخاص من يشكّل أساس عملها اليوم .صقلت Tradأسلوبها ّ خلل اتّخاذ “أشكال كلسيكيّة واسعة النتشار ف بيئتنا الطبيعيّة وتحويلها جذريّاً ،بالتال تفكيك وإعادة رسم حدود قواعد الزياء”. بعد التخ ّرج ،انتقلت Tradإل نيويورك لتلتحق بكليّة Parsons School of Designحيث حازت شهادة ف التصميم والدارة الختصة باللبس النسائيّة وتد ّربت لدى العلمة التجاريّة ّ .Proenza Schoulerكان لهذه التجارب قيمة ل تقدّر بثمن. تقول “ :Tradمن وجهة نظر مص ّممة أزياء ،أؤمن أ ّن نيويورك وباريس شكّلتا أرضاً خصبة لبداعي .تس ّنت َل الفرصة لفكّر وأتأ ّمل محيطي وأستوحي منه ث ّم أح ّول هذا الدفق الجديد من الطاقة نحو عمل .الحقيقة أ ّن تواجدي ف هاتي الدينتي دفعني إل توسيع آفاق تفكيي واستكشا“ في” من الحتملت ضمن تصاميمي”. اليوم تُباع علمة Tradالتي تحمل إسمها ف 25مدينة حول العال .وتتميّز تصاميمها اللتاثليّة النفّذة بالصد“ الصلب ف حقب ٍة تسود فيها الحقائب الجلديّة الزخرفة بالقطع العدنية اللمعة .تقول ف هذا الصدد“ :أميل دائاً إل استخدام الصد“ ّ كم ّد ٍة أساسيّة وأختار الستخرج من الشق القص ،كنز الواد الميّزة .يعكس ثراء الصد“ إلهامي ويتمش تاماً مع رؤيتي للحقائب”. كل حقيبة يد أشبه بتحفة فنيّة وتتمتّع بالرونق نفسه إن ّ كانت معروضة ف غرفة الجلوس أو محمولة ف سهرة .تشمل ابتكارات Tradمجموعة Polygoniaالتي تض ّم حقائب مضلّعة الشكل من الفولذ الصامد أو الخشب ومجموعة Eliferiaالؤلّفة من حقائب مستطيلة مزخرفة بالنحاس الصفر. “أحب إتام الصد“ بواد أخرى كالخشب تقول الص ّممة: ّ والراتينج والنحاس والنحاس الصفر والفولذ الصامد مولّد ًة تناغمً جميلً بي مواد غي متطابقة ظاهريّاً”. لربيع/صيف ،2016تستوحي Tradمن أسلوب الرت ديكو ف South Beachف ولية ميامي .تستخدم اللوان الحاديّة كخلفيّة لجموعة من حقائب اليد التي تسعى إل تجسيد جوهر ف ّن العمرة ف النطقة .فمن بريق ٍ بلط مميّز ونحاس بارز ف منضدة مشوب خشبيّة وجذع شجرة مداريّة ،تولد أفكار لبتكار قطعٍ تعكس سحر العال القديم .تتميّز حقيبة Webster
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مدير الغذية والشوبات ف فندق Le Grayبالت“ :استمتعوا أمض الص ّمم الصاعد Hussein Bazazaبعض الوقت بالثار الكنعانيّة والرومانيّة والعثمنيّة”. لدى Elie Saabأيضاً .يقول“ :من الذهل أنّني رأيت كيف يض ّم هذا الفندق ثلث خيارات عل السطوح ويلعب دورا ً تعمل العلمة التجاريّة من الداخل .منحتني هذه التجربة الثقة بارزا ً ف بيوت كم يشكّل جزءا ً أساسيّاً من الحياة الجتمعيّة بالنفس لفتح مشغل الخاص ”.كم ساهمت ف إثراء أسلوب ف الدينة منذ سنوات .يتمتّع Indigo on the Roofبتّاس Bazazaإذ توازن مجموعاته بامتياز بي اللبس الجاهزة والص ّممة بحسب الطلب .يركّز عل “الجودة والحصيّة وأرغب أخض نض ويقدّم الطعام طوال اليوم– وف الطابق السادس ،تجد Cherry on the Rooftopوهو مكان صيفي َع َمل يض ّم ف الوقت عينه أن تكون تصاميمي عمليّة ومدروسة السعار”. بركة سباحة كبية– و Bar Three Sixtyملذ ُمغلق أنيق يجد Bazazaالجمل ف أغرب الماكن ،مستوحياً من الكيمياء للمتوسط وجبل لبنان. لشهر الشتاء ويوفّر مناظر را“عة وعلم الحياء والطبيعة والهندسة والف ّن .يبتكر قطعاً مشغولة ّ وعل بعد بضعة شوارع ،يقع فندق Four Seasonsوهو بقصات مميّزة وهو أسلوب حقّق له النجاح. بدقّة تتمتّع ّ من البان الطول ف الدينة ،حوال 119متا ً .يُعتب ت ّراس Roof تتوافر مجموعة Bazazaلربيع/صيف 2016ف محلت ف فيه من الوجهات البتكرة ف بيوت ويشتهر بأجوا“ه الستثنا“يّة. الشق الوسط ويزيد الص ّمم فريق عمله ليلبّي جميع الطلبات سة كبية ببك ٍة ب ّراقة فتستحيل فسح ًة منعشة ف النهار توسعه الوروب الجديد .كم يش عل خطى ويساهم ف ّ تحيط أ ّ مص ّممي لبنانيّي رفيعي الستوى بإطلق مجموعة ف أسبوع روما ومعلمً ب ّراقاً ف اللّيل .وبصواريه البيضاء الجليّة الشامخة نحو السمء ،يشكّل أحد أجمل السطوح ف بيوت ومقصدا ً رومانسيّاً للموضة ف تّوز/يوليو .2016 التوسط والجبال ف آنٍ واحد أيضاً .من هنا ،يكنك أن تنظر إل ف حي يفكّر Bazazaف دخول مجال التصميم بحسب ّ بينم تتلذّذ بطعام آسيو” ممتاز. الطلب ،تبقى اللبس الجاهزة أساس مجموعاته ومن غي من الماكن التي ل ب ّد من زيارتها أيضاً Iris ،عل سطح التوقّع أن يُدير الص ّمم ونظراؤه ظهرهم كليّاً إل هذا الجال. أحب فرادتها وجودتها مبنى النهار .يجتمع كافّة اللّبنانيّي عل حبّه ،وهو من أبرز تقول :Maroun “أحب الزياء الفاخرة– ّ ّ الحانات ف الدينة ويقدّم مناظر خلبة للبحر والرفأ .يسود فيه العالية .يكنك إنفاق الكثي عل قطعة فاخرة ،ما ينح الص ّمم ٍ بشخص واحد. حريّة مطلقة ،لك ّنه يقيّده أيضاً ،إذ يقيّد البتكار ِ يكنك ارتداء قطعة جميلة أ ّما اللبس الجاهزة فديقراطيّة – وأنا وأ” شخص آخر يكننا ارتداء القطعة نفسها”. High Times: 50
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تُعرف بيوت بعاصمة الحياة اللّيليّة ف الشق الوسط .تجمع هذه الدينة العاليّة بي الشق والغرب وتض ّم مجموعة من الحانات والطاعم التي توفّر كافّة الجواء ،من أمسية رومانسيّة حميمة إل سهرة َمرحة مع الصدقاء .يقول ،Joseph Freiha مدير الغذية والشوبات ف فندقFour Seasons Hotel “ :Beirutل مثيل لبيوت من ناحية التن ّوع والسعر والجواء. لكل شخص ،كافّة أيّام السبوع”. لدى الدينة ما تقدّمه ّ ظل هذا التن ّوع ،ث ّة قاسم مشتك بي حانات الدينة ف ّ حب ف ّن العمرة الجميل ف بيوت والستمتاع ونواديها وهو ّ بناخ البلد الربيعي والصيفي النعش .تبع هذه الدينة بالحياة ف الهواء الطلق عل سطح مبنى عا ٍل وتض ّم ما يكفي من حانات عل السطوح لتض الجميع .يرغب البعض بأفضل الناظر ف الدينة؛ ف حي يهت ّم آخرون بج ّو الحانة .لكن غالباً ما تفقد هذه العوامل أهميّتها إزاء السعادة التي تشعر بها عل سطح مبنى ف مساح ٍة را“عة ل يعلوها أ” شء إل سمء اللّيل. خاص لدى رؤيتها من العل. تبز روعة بيوت بشكلٍ ّ التوسط والجبال والرفأ معال بارزة من معظم السطوح. فالبحر ّ كم تتميّز الدينة بعمرتها القدية .ينصح ،Antoine Rizk
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يبتكر مص ّممو اللبس الجاهزة ف لبنان قطعاً عمليّة مرغوبة غي باهظة ،تنافس البتكارات الص ّممة بحسب الطلب ف البلد، تقرير Verity Hogan تقول الص ّممة اللّبنانيّة Milia Marounعن تألّق التصاميم ِ ذهبت إل مكانٍ ما وكانت امرأة أخرى بحسب الطلب“ :إن ترتد” الثوب نفسه أو القميص نفسه ،وقعت الكارثة” .يتمتّع قطاع التصاميم بحسب الطلب ف لبنان بشهرة عاليّة وغالباً ما تظهر عل الس ّجادة الحمراء القطع الفريدة من نوعها من ابتكار أشهر مص ّممي البلد ،بن فيهم Zuhair MuradوReem Acraو .Elie Saabساهم هؤلء الثلث ف منح لبنان شهرة ف الزياء العاليّة الص ّممة بحسب الطلب ،لكن بقيت اللبس الجاهزة الص ّممة ف لبنان تحت الجهر .وف السنوات الخية، فوج جديد من الص ّممي إل مجموعات اللبس الجاهزة، تح ّول ٌ لا تتمتّع به من عمليّة وجمهور كبي. تص ّمم Milia Marounملبس جاهزة للعلمة التجاريّة التي تحمل إسمها منذ 17سنة ،وقد عرضت مجموعتها الول ف بيوت سنة .1999بفضل خبة Marounالتن ّوعة والتي تشمل تصميم اللبس الداخليّة وإلقاء الحاضات عن الزياء بالضافة إل شخصيّتها الغامرة ،تتمتّع علمة Milia Mبأسلوب عالي وبتألّقٍ بارز .إنّه السلوب الثال لص ّممة تفتخر برؤية نساء ترتدين قطعها وتحبّها وهي أحد أسباب اختيارها عدم سلوك طريق التصميم بحسب الطلب .تقول ف هذا الصدد“ :للملبس الجاهزة قدرة أكب عل التنقّل ،إذ تصل الجموعة إل أماكن أبعد وبسهولة أكب؛ يكن شاء القطعة نفسها ف أميكا وكازاخستان. لطالا شعرت بالحمسة لنتشار مجموعتي حول العال”. ونتيجة هذا الوعي العالي ،باتت Marounإحدى أوا“ل الص ّممي اللّبنانيّي للملبس الجاهزة الذين يحقّقون شهرة عاليّة .تد ّربت ف باريس و ُد ِعيَت لتعرض ف أسبوع ميلنو للموضة سنة 2008وجعلت من لندن الوطن الثان لعلمتها. تظهر هذه الرؤية العاليّة أيضاً ف مجموعاتها ،رغم أنّه بإمكانها أ” مكان .تقول ف هذا الصدد“ :أنا كثية التنقّل، إيجاد الوحي ف ّ ٍ كمشهد أسافر كثيا ً وأخرج من النزل كثيا ً .قد يلهمني أ” شء، معي أو سقوط امرأة تنتعل كعباً عالياً وتلبس ت ّنورة طويلة”. ّ ابتكرت Marounخطّاً عال الجودة ،جذب فيضاً من العجبي الخلصي .تقول الص ّممة“ :الرأة التي ترتد” تصاميمي تتعلّق بها .تتمتّع برونقٍ ل يفنى ،بالتال يكن ارتداء قطعة تعود تختص إل عش سنوات من دون أن تبدو غي مجارية للعصّ ”. Milia Mبالقطع التعدّدة الستخدام والنثويّة والعمليّة ،التي يكن ارتداءها ببساطة أو تكلّف من خلل بضع أكسسوارات.
تتّبع Mira Hayekالفلسفة نفسها وتدرك تاماً ميلها إل اللبس الجاهزة .تقول“ :يه ّمني أن أبتكر قطعاً تصبح جزءا ً من أسلوب حياتك” .تض ّم مجموعاتها “قطعاً عصيّة مريحة يكن أن تنقلك من النهار إل اللّيل بعناصها اللّعوبة ”.بعد أن حازت Hayekشهادة ماجستي ف ميلنو ،عادت إل بيوت سنة 2009وأطلقت مجموعتها الول سنة .2011 تقوم تصاميم Hayekعل اللبس الرياضيّة العاصة وتشمل نقوشاً حيويّة غنيّة بالرسوم وأشكالً انسيابيّة تجذب نخبة من الزبا“ن .مصادر إلهامها متن ّوعة أيضاً وتشمل الفلم والرسوم التح ّركة والوسيقى اللكتونيّة والتصميم الغرافيك .مجموعتها لربيع/صيف 2016مستوحاة من John ،Rawlingsأحد أبرز مص ّور” الزياء ف القرن العشين .عملت Hayekسابقاً مع ،Elie Saabما ساعدها كثيا ً لتأسيس الخاصة .تقول عن تجربتها مع “ Saabم ّهدت طريقي علمتها ّ الخاصة – إّنها تجربة جوهريّة ل وش ّجعتني عل إطلق علمتي ّ تتك ّرر”.
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