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British Fashion Council launches Fashion Studio Apprenticeship with David Beckham and Adwoa Aboah

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Designed by a group of fashion employers, with the BFC, the apprenticeship starts in the heart of a designer business: the studio, to learn how a collection is created. The Fashion Studio Assistant is a key position in the designer industry, working with the team that creates a collection. For the first six months, the apprentice will complete a foundation with will include core elements of the job role such as critical path management and health & safety measure. This will lead to 12 months in a more focussed area of the business, with the apprentice choosing to specialise in one of three pathways: • Product Development and Production • Sales and Operations •

Fashion Marketing and Communications

Following on from the 18-month training the apprentice will undertake an Independent End-Point Assessment that has been derived by industry experts in this field. The assessment will be taken in 2 steps: • Work Based Project (Including Presentation) • Practical Test

“Fashion is an industry that should be open to everyone no matter what their background is or where they are from. I hope that this new apprenticeship programme from the BFC will give even more kids the chance to thrive and be creative." BFC Ambassadorial President David Beckham Background Education is a key pillar of the BFC strategy and is led by Pillar Presidents Sarah Mower and Meribeth Parker, with the aim of attracting the best talent to the industry by giving students a clear understanding of how to study and train for a plethora of industry roles. The BFC Education Foundation raises funds to support students with the ability and potential to make an exceptional contribution to the fashion industry. Its initiatives include the Fashion Studio Apprenticeship, the National Fashion & Business Saturday Clubs, the BFC Colleges Council, the BFC Education

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Graduate Traineeships Programme. The BFC also works on the fashion industry’s skills agenda with UKFT to promote skills development in the fashion sector. Talent is key in fashion, not just design talent, which is traditionally developed through fashion and arts degrees,

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The Fashion Studio Apprenticeship is part of the BFC’s Education Pillar which gives young people a clear understanding of how to train for a plethora of industry roles within the creative industries.

BFC Ambassadorial President David Beckham and BFC Positive Fashion Ambassador Adwoa Aboah play an integral part in inspiring a young audience from different backgrounds to consider arts education and the creative industries when making decisions about their future. Caroline Rush, BFC Chief Executive commented: “It is incredible to be able to support career opportunities for young people who might not want to pursue higher education. There are a lot of roles out there that need to be filled by skilled workers; the fashion industry is highly dependent on those roles and we hope that this will strengthen our industry and make it more accessible by being able to offer this exciting new Fashion Studio Apprenticeship.”

David Beckham, BFC Ambassadorial President commented: “Fashion is an industry that should be open to everyone - no matter what their background is or where they are from.

I hope that this new apprenticeship programme from the BFC will give even more kids the chance to thrive and be creative. We have such an amazing fashion industry in this country, it’s something we should really be proud of and protect. These kids are the future, it’s been an inspiring morning.” said Adwoa Aboah, BFC Ambassador for Positive Fashion: “I am proud to be part of an industry that has so many facets to it. The Fashion Studio Apprenticeship is proof that not every role in fashion needs an academic degree and that our industry is one that is open to everyone, no matter their background. It is fantastic to be able to support this initiative.” Joining the visit, BFC NEWGEN designers Richard Quinn and Rosh Mahtani (Alighieri) and Paolina Russo, part of MakerLab Presents: Here to Create project, a partnership with adidas, David Beckham and BFC, a creative platform giving emerging designers a global stage to showcase their work; and Adam Mansell, Chief Executive UK Fashion & Textile Association.

La Biennale Paris Hosts Guest of Honour Kingdom of Bahrain, and Gala Diner for Mosul Museum in Norther Iraq

For the second consecutive year, La Biennale Paris has chosen to dedicate its Gala Dinner to the cause defended by the ALIPH foundation, chaired by Dr. Thomas S. Kaplan, this time in support to the reconstruction of the Mosul Museum in norther Iraq, with a Gala dinner attended by Ministers from the French cabinet, art collectors and international artists The Biennale Commission and SYNDICAT NATIONAL DES ANTIQUAIRES

The gala dinner in Grand Palais, hosted by ALIPH foundation (L'Alliance internationale pour la protection du patrimoine dans les zones de conflit) enabled high profile guests exclusive preview ahead of the opening of this historic 31st edition of La Biennale Paris, which invited its first guest of honour country kingdom of Bahrain.

The Biennale Commission continues its work with new exhibitors, under the aegis of its president, Christopher FORBES, and unites 9 qualified figures: Prince AMYN AGA KHAN, Foundation for the Preservation and Development of the Domaine de Chantilly, Max BLUMBERG, collector, Becca CASON THRASH, patron, Jacques GARCIA, decorator, Christian LANGLOIS-MEURINNE, patron, AlainDominique PERRIN, president of the Fondation Cartier pour l’art contemporain, Judy PRICE, president of the National Jewelry Institute, Jean-Louis REMILLEUX, collector, and Didier WIRTH, president of la Fondation des parcs et des jardins de France. As well as 6 members from the SNA Board. Christopher Forbes wanted to renew his mandate for the third year in a row.

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ALIPH: protecting heritage to build peace Created in response to the massive destruction, in recent years, of cultural heritage in Timbuktu, Mosul, Palmyra and Aleppo, the International Alliance for the Protection of Heritage in Conflict Areas (ALIPH) is committed to supporting the protection and restoration of sites, monuments, museums and collections in crisis or post-conflict areas.ALIPH has already financed the rehabilitation of the Mar Behnam Monastery in Iraq, a symbol of cultural dialogue, and supports the restoration of the remarkable Tomb of Askia in Gao, Mali. In the coming months, dozens of new projects will be supported by ALIPH.The foundation also finances an emblematic project in the fight against barbarism: the rehabilitation of the Mosul Museum (Iraq), destroyed by Daesh.https://www.aliph-foundation.org/© Julio Piatti

As a foundation based in Geneva under Swiss law, ALIPH benefits from public and private support. It is the expression of an alliance between several countries - including France and the United Arab Emirates, the founding states - private donors Its Scientific Committee, composed of international experts in historical heritage, is chaired by Mr. Jean-Luc Martinez, President and Director of the Louvre Museum.

The foundation is also funding nearly US $ 500,000 of the rehabilitation project ‘s first stage of the Mosul Museum in Iraq. This stage, led by the Louvre Museum and the Smithsonian Institution, in close cooperation with the State Board of Antiquities and Heritage of Iraq, aims to assess the damage inflicted by Daesh on the building and the antiquities collection it hosts, and to formulate proposals for the revival of the museum. In the following years, ALIPH wishes to assist with the complete rehabilitation of this symbol of resistance to barbarism.

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T H E A R A B F A S H I O N C O U N C I L A N D M E R A A S HOSTED IRIS VAN HERPEN AND MEGAN PORMER AT CITY WALK

The Actress & International Model Dr. Megan Pormer is appointed an Ambassador to the Arab Fashion Council The Arab Fashion Council and Megan Pormer co-host the world’s most innovative couturier Iris van Herpen ’s fashion show in City Walk during the Arab Fashion Week 2019.

Image left: from left to right: Jacob Abrian, Designer Iris van Herpen, HE Hikmat Al Kaitoob and Dr. Megan Pormer Below: HE Hikmat Al Kaitoob, Dr. Megan Pormer, Sara Sozzani Maino, Jacob Abrian and Iris van Herpen ©Arab Fashion Week 2019.

“It has been always my goal to use my international status as Model and Actress and my knowledge acquired through my PhD in Biomedical Engineering to connect the gap between the world of fashion and beauty to the world of wellbeing and health. It is with immense gratitude that I accept my appointment to be the Arab Fashion Council’s Ambassador and to pledge my know-how to carry on the vision of the Council.” - Dr. Megan Pomer.

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The Arab Fashion Council and Megan Pormer confirms honouring the acclaimed Dutch Designer, Iris van Herpen, with a Gold Medal of Honor in reference to Lifetime Achievement during a private dinner on the 11th of October 2019 at the Bvlgari Resort Dubai in the presence of media, influencers and prominent figures of the Fashion Industry. Jacob Abrian, the Founder and Chief Executive of the Arab Fashion Council said: “It is a great honour to receive and host the world’s most innovative designer Iris van Herpen in Dubai which is a clear message of our vision to indulge technology in the future of the fashion industry and appreciation

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HEYSKENS'S TAKE ON DRESSING IN THE MOMENT FRONT-ROW GUESTS WITH POKER FACE BEHIND DARK SUNGLASSES ARE PASSÉ. IN STEAD OLIVIER SENDS HIS MODELS WITH OVERSIZED GLASSES, WET-LOOK HAIR AND NO-MAKEUP LOOK, ON A MINIMALISTIC RUNWAY. WHILE THE EXTERIOR AND COLLECTION APPEARED MIMIMALIST, IT WAS CLEAR THAT OLIVIER INVESTED GREAT RESEARCH TO PREPARE A COLLECTION RICH IN REFERENCES AND TECHNICAL EXECUTION.

F o r t h e u p c o mi n g s p r i n g / s u mme r s e a s o n 2 0 2 0 O l i v i e r T h e y s k e n s p r o p o s e s a b o d y s i l h o u e t e wh i c n e i t h e r t r i e s t o e x p o s e n o r h i d e wo ma n ´ s b o d y , b u t i n s t e a d i t a l l o ws f r e e mo v e me n t - e v e n o n a p a i r o f t o we r i n g p l a t f o r ms . H i s s e c r e t f o r t h i s n e w s u c c e s s f u l l c l o t h e s l i n e t h a a r t o f t a i l o r i n g a n d d r e s s ma k i n g .

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with a suede tailored blazer or mid calf lenght coat, but also high waisted suede pants in black or purple. Olivier does not deliberately seek to design forthe fans of androgenys look. His references are much more well chosen, and if his aim was to please his customer - cosmopolitan woman (in the word's most conetmporary sense) then he has accoplished so if we may judge by the shy smile appearing on the frontrow seated Olivia Palermo, as she eyed look 9 - a seetrough mesh midcalf dress.

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Arab Fashion Week in its 9th season hosts Parisian couturiers Rami Kadi and Iris van Herpen. shows in City Walk Dubai & appointments at the World’ s First ‘ Ready Couture’ Store worth Dhs40 million.

B a r a v i a a b r a n d f r o m UA E o f f e r s b o t h r e a d y t o we a r , ma d e t o o r d e r u n i q u e a n d s t y l i s h we d d i n g d r e s s e s a n d e l e g a n t e v e n i n g f o r t h e f a s h i o n f o r wa r d a n d b o l d , wh o a r e n o t a f r a i d t o s t a n d o u t ! Gu l n o r a i s a l wa y s k n o wn i n h e r d e s i g n s wi t h e mb r o i d e r y .

S h e d o e s n o t f o c u s o n t h e a g e g a p i n h e r we d d i n g a n d c o u t u r e .

For the upcoming spring/summer season 2020 Mehmet Korkmaz proposes a body silhouete – Turkish couture star Mehmet' s Ready-Made Garment with a concept of elegance, accessibility and luxury, available in GiziaGate, Turkey and also Qatar, Lebanon, Kuwait, Baku.

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The SCAD Museum of Art, will host Cinco´s solo exhibition iconic dresses and it will run until January 2020.

Cinco´s show in Dubai inspired by beautiful and graceful swans with feather details embroidered in white, followed by the second part, with tulip skirts that reminded us of the ballet dancers but in sparkling colours.

Cinco focused on men embroidery, studs, luxurious fabrics and velvet for royal looks.

ALL CATWALK IMAGES ARE CREDITED “COURTESY OF GETTY IMAGES VIA FFWD”

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"“My collection was inspired by the beautiful Russian ballet Swan Lake. I watched at the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow five years ago and I was in awe of its beauty.” Michael Cinco.

Events like Fashion Forward in Dubai are helping the emirate makes inroads in the industry worth 50billion Euros in annual turn-over in the UAE. Although Michael Cinco has clients world-wide and his couture is regular at world's most prestigious events and red carpets around the world.

Michael announced his next solo exhibition: "I am going to have an Exhibition, in the SCAD Museum of Art, US."

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Watching the show from the front row even made it impossible to overlook the incredible level of richness and the creativity of Michael Cinco design, so we wanted to ask first him first about the secret behind his creativity? MC: "You have to hide from the world and be yourself and create something beautiful and magical." MM: How long time did it take to create this couture collection? MC: "It took me six months to create the collection." What advice would u give to upcoming generation of designers ? MC: "I think the best advice that I can give to the young generation of today is that they just have to be true to their design static.

Michael Cinco found inspiration in the Russian classical art and folklore: "The theme of the collection is [Tchaikovsky´s] Swan Lake ballet, I am inspired by the beautiful story." -Michael Cinco

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“A tribute to the Arabian Women to whom have been designing for the past 26 years. “

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Hublot Polo Gold Cup Gstaad - When an airport becomes a polo club

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The work to transform the new airport GstaadSaanen into a polo club is already completed and ready to host guests flying in by hilicopter form Geneve or longer distance by private jet to the 24th edition of the Hublot Polo Gold Cup, the most prestigious in Switzerland.

The Hublot Polo Gold Cup holds its head high alongside the major European clubs which feature multiple canchas (polo fields). It is rightly proud of its unique difference, offering a highlevel tournament in one of the most unusual & prestigious locations in the world. The four teams that have been invited have confirmed their attendance with, notably, some well-known players and major

captains, The majestic setting a green valley, in the hillside some 1,000m above sea level at Saanen, the only flat area in Gstaad that can accommodate an aerodrome & a polo field.

Setting aside the famous tribal polo tournament at Shandur Top in the Hindu Kush region in the north of Pakistan at an altitude of 3, 719m, Gstaad is certainly home to the highest summer polo tournament in the world. 2020 is sure to be an even more beautiful edition as it will be its 25th anniversary. 20.8.- 23.8.

BPP : Ceron played by Julio Novillo Astrada (Hublot) Best amateur player : Marco Maximilian Elser (USA-ITA, h0) Best scorer of the tournament: Juan Manuel Gonzales (ARG, h4, 10 goals). All images: Polo Gstaad.

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arisian dream break between two fashion capitals Dubai based international Actress and Model Eman Abo Al Nasr reveals to Moralmoda Magazine her favourite spots in respectively the European and Emirati capitals of fashion

© Rami Kadi Maison de Couture.

French model Gabrielle Caunesnil wears a printed draped lurex dress featuring a side slit from the couture FallWinter 2019-20 "Temple of Flora" collection at the UNICEF summer gala 2019 in Porto Cervo, Italy.

Credits: Actress @Emanaan Photo by @gersonlirio Styled by @mariahcidral Beauty by @milyserebrenik Design by @liu_lisi_paris_couture

Egyptian-Belgian actress Eman wears a light blue dress hand embellished with iridescent flower embroidery from the couture collection by Parisian Maison Liu Lisi. Photographs Gerson Lirio.

Styled by Mariah Cidral. Beauty by: Mily Serebrenik

In her first interview to Moralmoda Magazine, Dubai based actress Eman reveals to readers her absolutely top venues in the European capital of fashion: "I love to relax in le Marais. My favourite dining place is L' Ecrin at the Hotel De Crillon on Place de la Concorde.

I try to go there every time I visit the City. And for inspiration, there are so many places in Paris but my favourites are the Louvre Museum and the Palais Galleria which is the legendary Parisian fashion museum. Paris is history and tradition and Dubai is modern and glamorous. I love the afternoon cocktail events in Paris and the unbelievebale Dubai night events.

Unfortunately when I am in Paris i get so busy that I have very little time left to discover the city. I guess the best way for me to do that is to make sure that when I shoot that we chose different locations so that I can combine work and pleasure."

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"I always liked the style of the fifties. I guess that this explains why I am a big fan of Chanel and Dior and of course if you say Chanel and Dior - you say Paris.

In Dubai I am a big fan of Aline Michael Cinco." - Eman

Eman added about her current base in the United Arab Emirates that: "Dubai is the cleanest, safest and service oriented city in the world. My favourite spots in Dubai are The Palm Jumeirah during the day time and DIFC and City Walk in the evenings. I love to spend my weekends in Saadiyat Island or escape the stress in Sir Bani Yas Island both in Abu Dhabi."

Adding that the highlights on her Dubai event calendar are, The Dubai Film Festival and the Dubai World Cup at the Meydan Race course and last but not the least Fashion Forward Dubai, one of highlights in Dubai's fashion calendar.

"I am Egyptian and Belgian.

I lived in Egypt till after my studies and lived in Belgium for almost 9 years. I feel that Dubai is the right combination of those two countries.

A modern, vibrant city in the Middle East.

I just finnished recording my first song called 'Life is beautiful' and soon we will shoot the clip."

Her film 'Louder' was screened in Roxy Cinemas, Dubai. And Eman revealed exciting news for her film fans, disclosing that, "I am still busy shooting my second movie."

Eman's advice in the end: "Don't give up your dreams, keep working on your skills and most importantly enjoy what you do because enjoying your work is more precious than the fame itself."

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Toi et Moi (above top) This romantic ring features a gentle embrace between an emerald and a diamond, both pear-shape. Brilliant-cut diamonds add additional fire to the white gold ring. CHF 13,700 Modern glamour (top left) Aquamarines, morganites as well as green and pink tourmalines glisten in this necklace’s delicate red gold settings. The opulent yet puristic necklace is a radiant highlight. One special highlight is that the necklace can be combined with its matching bracelet and worn as a sautoir. CHF 45,900 Gübelin For Fashionistas (center) Gübelin ewellery’s Sparks of Fire line is directed toward women with an affinity for fashion and design. The red gold bracelet offers a setting for luminous coloured gems such as aquamarines, red garnets, morganites, tanzanites and pink tourmalines. CHF 19,800 Infinitely variable (far right) These red gold eternity rings are set all around with pink or classic blue sapphires. An ideal present that fits in perfectly with the Sparks of Fire line and diamond jewellery, adding colourful accents to any look. CHF 1700 each Presence (right This sapphire necklace is a delight to both jewellery connoisseurs and collectors. The white gold necklace is set with a pear-shape yellow sapphire from Sri Lanka with an impressive weight of 7.78 ct. Nine additional pear-shape yellow sapphires, along with 400 brilliant-cut diamonds underscore the presence of this highly expressive central stone. Price on request

Personal Delivery A perfect example of the symbiosis between online and offline is the free “Personal Delivery” service. This service is unique to Swiss online trading for high-end jewellery and watches. If customers desire, orders from the boutique worth CHF 5,000 or above can be delivered personally within one day by trained Gübelin staff to any address in Switzerland. This allows Gübelin to give each and every online order an individual touch. Based on availability, orders placed before 10 a.m. can be delivered on the very same day.

resents for holiday season from Gübelin; now with diamond clear transparency

The House of Gübelin, founded in 1854, was the first Swiss jeweller to open its own E-Boutique, recognising growing importance of online presence and online trade.

From this year Gübelin responds to another hot topic in the luxury sector transparency. Combining two technologies, the Emerald Paternity Test and the Provenance Proof Blockchain Gübelin Gem Lab can now ensure unprecident transparency and tracability of gem stones sourced for own crations.

The first blockchain for gemstones - free of charge The first blockchain for coloured gemstones, is free of charge for the entire gemstone industry. There are no charges for the use of this blockchain solution. Both the data contribution and access are completely free of charge. The costs are born by the Gübelin family, who is proud to make this contribution to foster transparency in the gemstone and jewellery industry in general.

The Provenance Proof Blockchain is suitable for any type of gemstone. It perfectly complements the Emerald Paternity Test, the first innovation under the Provenance Proof. This technology uses physical nanolabels, which are inserted in emeralds, so that they can be traced back to the exact mine of origin. A combination of both a physical tracer (Emerald Paternity Test) and digital ledger (Provenance Proof Blockchain), enables even higher transparency for the industry.

An Impressive Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond and Diamond Necklace, Designed by Anna Hu and accompanied

by GIA report no. 6173064376, dated 4 October 2018, stating that the diamond is Fancy Intense Yellow, Natural Colour, Internally Flawless. ______________________________

Sotheby’s auction of Hu's latest high jewellery creations, sets world record at Magnificent Jewels and Jadeite Autumn Sale

The front designed as a Chinese musical instrument pipa, centring upon a cushionshaped fancy intense yellow diamond weighing 100.02 carats, embellished with variously shaped and brilliant-cut diamonds, to the scrolled diamond-set necklace, mounted in 18 karat white and yellow gold, pipa detachable and can be worn as pendant/brooch, a section of necklace can be detached and worn as single earring, signed Anna Hu, necklace length approximately 440mm, post and hinged back fitting for earring.

THE DUNHUANG PIPA NECKLACE, designed and mounted by Anna Hu Set With a 100.02-carat Fancy Intense Yellow Diamond .

Hammer price achieved a world record for a contemporary Chinese jeweller: US$5.78 million. LOT SOLD. 45,348,000 HKD Sotheby’s autumn sales series in Hong Kong, with 3,423 lots sold across 20 auctions conducted over five days at the Hong Kong Convention & Exhibition Centre for a grand total of HK$3.35 billion / US$426 million.

– 86% sold by lot; 5 works sell for over HK$100 Million (US$12 Million), achieving World auction records led by benchmark prices for Sanyu and Yoshitomo Nara.

Buyers hailing from nearly 40 countries Sales attract new generation of buyers: 25% of all buyers <40

Watch for Egypt - fine watch auction by Baume &Mercier to aid 20,000 children in school

Specially commissioned for this collaboration by Sotheby's, the collection features five high jewellery pieces inspired by the musical and cultural exchanges that took place in the Silk Road - an ancient trade route connecting the East and West dating back thousands of years. Leading the collection is The Dunhuang Pipa Necklace, designed and mounted by Anna Hu, set with a 100.02-carat fancy intense yellow diamond (est.

HK$40-50 million / US$5 – 6.25 million), which went under the hammer on 7 October in Hong Kong, after global tour that started with unveiling in Paris, prior SOTHEBY'S HONG KONG 2019 AUTUMN SALES with travelling exhibitins in Shanghai, Beijing, Jakarta, Bangkok, Singapore, Tokyo and Taipei. Yvonne Chu, Acting Head of Department, Jewellery, stated that:

"The Dunhuang Pipa necklace is one of the most important jewellery pieces on offer this season.” Anna Hu, artist of the Silk Road Music Collection, comments: “It is absolutely a pleasure to collaborate with Sotheby’s on this project, and be given the opportunity to work with the 100.02 carat yellow diamond, which is a true gift from nature. I want this collection to speak to my Chinese root, and I thought the beauty of jewels could be enhanced with a touch of the traditional yet exotic music that once flowed through the Silk Road.” Hu’s jewellery design is imbued with musicality, in which shapes and lines of the pieces often resembles the fluid movements of music. Her brand is known for creating one-of-akind pieces with rare gemstones, crafted by skilled French-trained artisans.

*Estimates don't include buyer’s premium. Prices achieved include the hammer price + buyer’s premium and are net of any fees paid to the purchaser where the purchaser provided an irrevocable bid.

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MM: Wh i c h r e g i o n a l a n d i n t e r n a t i o n a l l u x u r y b r a n d s c a n r e s i d e n t s a n d g u e s t e x p e c t t o e x p e r i e n c e d u r i n g t h e i r s t a y ?

A M: " We a r e c u r r e n t l y wo r k i n g o n a r a n g e o f p a r t n e r s h i p s wi t h b o t h r e g i o n a l a n d i n t e r n a t i o n a l l u x u r y p r o v i d e r s a n d b r a n d s , t o e n s u r e we c r e a t e a n e x p e r i e n c e t h a t n o t o n l y r e s o n a t e s we l l b e y o n d t h e i r A MA A L A s t a y , a n d we l o o k f o r wa r d t o r e v e a l i n g s e l e c t p a r t n e r s s o o n . "

AMMAALA is a world-class resort destination being developed on the Red Sea in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

The year-round resort community will showcase a unique heritage, progressive vibe and diverse landscape.

The sustainable development will include 2,500 hotel keys and more than 800 residential villas, apartments and estate homes, alongside 200 high-end fashion establishments, fine dining, innovative wellness and recreation. Pristine ecosystems and world-class yachting will allow visitors to extend the Mediterranean diving and sailing season into September and beyond. With close proximity to major destinations in the region including Riyadh, Dubai and Istanbul, AMAALA is set to become the heart of the new Middle East Riviera. PARTNERSHIP AGREEMENTA signing ceremony will take place on 27 September between AMAALA, the Prince Albert II Foundation, the Centre Scientifique de Monaco and Oceanographic Institute with the goal to preserve and protect the marine environment.

MM: Will future luxury purchases be guided by purpose-driven experiences at AMAALA as well?

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AM: "Catering to singles, couples, and families from across the region, as well as global destinations such as Brazil, Russia, India, Western Europe, the U.S., and Japan, AMAALA seeks to strike an emotional chord with visitors.

Through the creation of transformative experiences, individually created to guests needs, and the crafting of a comfortable, calming, and serene atmosphere, that enliven the senses, AMAALA will attract both regional and international visitors."

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AM: "The signing of the environmental partnership with The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, the T R A V E L TdeRMonaco I P S andA Oceanographic N D M O Centre Scientifique Institute, is AMAALA’s first collaboration. Taking place on the side-lines of the 29th Monaco Yacht Show, the signing of this agreement follows the framework agreement with Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, signed by AMAALA, in 2018.

Committed to fully sustainable development throughout the design, build, and operation phases, AMAALA will create a coastal oasis that elevates the role of responsible tourism globally. Through the partnership, AMAALA, The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, the Centre Scientifique de Monaco and Oceanographic Institute have committed to four areas of joint exploration: coral reef management, iconic species protection, Marine Protected Areas (MPA) enforcement, and fighting plastic pollution.

Together the partners will work on oceanographic and marine life research and conservation initiatives, which can then be applied to Saudi Arabia’s waters, and the world’s seas.''

footprint as a primary goal, utilising international sustainability standards in our operational protocols, covering everything from the use of solar power, advanced waste management technologies, and sustainable farming to recycling and much E more."

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MM: What are key expectations for AMAALA with the first environmental partnership?

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MM: What will differentiate AMAALA from others?

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AM: "Dubbed the “Red Sea Riviera”, AMAALA takes inspiration from the arts, wellness and the natural wonders of the Red Sea. AMAALA will redefine today’s luxury resort MM: How can AMAALA "pioneer the way luxury will experience, and the tourism experience in its be experienced" by uncompromised sustainability? entirety, through the provision of unique amenities and ultra-personalised services. Meaning each AM: "Sustainability is at the heart of AMAALA. We are guest will play a leading role in shaping their own dedicated to using sustainable building practices journey through the pillars that tie AMAALA and development throughout the design, build, and together. operation phases. With an aim of being net carbon An immersive and interactive destination, guests neutral from the start of operations, environmental will be able to indulge in individually personalised preservation and enhancement are paramount to programs, encompassing body, mind and soul.

AMAALA’s success. canK Eenjoy curated wellness and Situated within T Hthe E Prince M I Mohammed L L E N I bin A LSalman B A C Guests K P A C R rejuvenation programs, elite training tennis, golf, Natural Reserve, the project is in line with the and soccer training, alongside family-related Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030’s activities such as equestrian, competitive polo, sustainability goals, and the preservation of camel beauty, and falconry events. Watersports heritage sites. These values are also in line with include sailing, yachting, diving, snorkelling, and those of the UN Vision 2030’s goals, which the windsurfing. AMAALA will also feed the soul Kingdom of Saudi Arabia places great importance through arts and cultural offerings, with on.As such, AMAALA is to be built with a zeroopportunities for philanthropic art co-creation." carbon

About AMAALA: AMAALA will provide a year-round resort community with a unique heritage, progressive vibe and diverse landscape. The sustainable development includes 2,500 hotel keys and more than 800 residential villas, apartments and estate homes, alongside 200 high-end fashion establishments, fine dining, wellness and recreation.Pristine ecosystems and worldclass yachting allow visitors to extend the Mediterranean diving and sailing season into September and beyond. With close proximity to major destinations in the region including Riyadh, Dubai and Istanbul, AMAALA will become the heart of the new Middle East Riviera.

For more information, please visit: www.amaala.com or follow AMAALA on Twitter at @WelcomeToAmaala and LinkedIn at @visitamaala.

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AMAALA, THE RED SEA LUXURY DEVELOPMENT ANNOUNCES FIRST ENVIRONMENTAL PARTNERSHIP IN MONTE-CARLO DURING MONACO YACHT SHOW

New collection at the Red Square by famous couturier Michael Cinco from Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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MAALA, the ultra-luxury development situated alongSaudi Arabia’s Red Sea coast, which is focused on integrated wellness and healthy living, signed a partnership agreement on Friday 27th September with The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation, the Centre Scientifique de Monaco and Oceanographic Institute. The VIP Signing Ceremony took pla at the Oceanographic Institute on the final evening of the Monaco Yacht Show and was attended by HSH Prince Albert II of Monaco, AMAALA Chief Executive The Monaco Yacht Show introduced yachts built by renowned shipyards, like Sanlorenzo, Azimut Benetti, Overmarine, Ferretti, Heesen Yachts, Oceanfast, Feadship, Amerand Riva, international brands that for their luxurious settings have chosen the seatings, rugs and accessories among the varied Paola Lenti collections. In its own exposition area, the Company's novelties introduced at the recent Fuorisalone in Milan, had the Walt sectional sofa, As in the previous years, Paola Lenti dressed up the Upper Deck Lounge, the venue's most exclusive gathering and relaxation area.

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Swiss Gübelin Pays Hommage to Stuning Colours and Gems of Sri Lanka The fascinating inner world of the rare padparadscha sapphire sets sparkle to Gübelin's new Aurora jewellery

Sapphires are often associated with the colour blue. But sapphires come in all colours of the rainbow. Among the rarest are sapphires in delicate orange-pink or pinkorange shades. This extremely sought-after variety is known exclusively under its own name: padparadscha. The characteristic colouration is reminiscent of a lotus blossom, typical for the flora on Sri Lanka. This is already indicated by its name “padmaraga”, the Sinhalese word for lotus-coloured In addition to the unique bracelet,chandelier earrings, necklaces and rings are available featuringpadparadscha sapphires.

The Splendid Feather line also includes earrings,rings and bracelets set with sapphires and pastel-coloured sapphires.

Theseversions are available in red and white gold. Both shades of gold can becombined to highlight the modernity of the line. Like every other piece from Gübelin.

“In 2018, my wife and I travelled together with Helen Molesworth of the Gübelin Academy to Sri Lanka. There we visited mines and discovered the land known for its precious gem deposits.”

RAPHAEL GÜBELIN, PRESIDENT OF GÜBELIN Splendid Feather bangle This impressive unique piece, set with cushion-shape padparadscha 5.60 ct and accompanied by 59 pastel-coloured sapphires invarious shapes and cuts, is a homage to Sri Lanka’s world of birds. While the fluid arrangement of its gems, evokes the organic structures within the padparadscha.

Its diamond-set gold wings that the jewel setters adorned with brilliant-cut diamonds and diamond baguettes are custom-made for the tapering setting of the bangle.

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ri Lanka supplies world with rarest gemstones since at least 2,500 years . The mining itself has not changed significantly on the island of gems. Ceylonian traditional mining techniques are encouraged in order to protect the miners and the environment. This island in the Indian Ocean, was the only known home of padparadscha sapphires until other deposits were discovered on Madagascar and in Tanzania. The new Aurora creations are also an homage to the most renowned country of origin for these orange-pink sapphires.

Gübelin Jewellery’s unique aesthetic Experienced goldsmiths, jewel setters and polishers create according to Gübelin Jewellery’s unique aesthetic - its Deeply Inspired philosophy, which pervades the company at all levels and stands for the combination of knowledge and beauty. “As a member of the sixth generation of our family-owned company, I am very proud of the way in which we combine beauty, knowledge and artisanship,” says Raphael Gübelin.

Padparadscha sapphires Deep within, padparadscha sapphires reveal characteristic shapes and structures known to gemmologists as “feathers”. The inner world of this precious gem served as inspiration in creating the Splendid Feather bangle. As a further avian reference, thedesigners chose marquise-shape gems, whose convex sides are known as“wings”. At the same time, the marquise-shape gemstones are reminiscentof the award-winning Gübelin designs from the 1960s and 1970s while lending them a contemporary look.

THE NEW FOUR SEASONS RESORT ENCORPORATES BAJA’S RICH HISTORY AND BIO DIVERSITY OF MEXICO IN UNMATCHED LUXURY SETTING

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THE NEW FOUR SEASONS RESORT LOS CABOS AT COSTA PALMAS, SITS ON THE PRISTINE SHORES OF THE SEA OF CORTEZ, A DESTINATION JACQUES COUSTEAU TERMED “THE AQUARIUM OF THE WORLD”

Four Seasons debuts its first marina near a UNESCO Marine World Heritage site The all-new ultra-luxury resort is situated in Baja’s undiscovered East Cape on 3.2 kilometres (two miles) of pristine beachfront within the private beachfront community of Costa Palmas.

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“Nestled on the exclusive beachfront of Costa Palmas, the arrival of our new Resort in Los Cabos showcases Four Seasons (...) contemporary product that is unmatched in the market,” says Christian Clerc, Four Seasons President, Global Operations.

He added that the company’s third location in Mexico is: “Home to the first Four Seasons marina and renowned restaurant estiatorio Milos, the Resort evokes a sophisticated, modern elegance while embracing a deep connection to the local Mexican culture. It is quite simply the most stylish resort in Mexico.”

While the nearby Cabo Pulmo National Marine Park is home to 695 species of

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plants and 891 species of fish. Jacques Cousteau called it “The Aquarium of the World.” Guests can reach it by boat from hotel chain's first ever marina.

Latest in sustainable organic growing Remarkably lush and green, the vast Costa Palmas community includes 7 hectares (18 acres) of organic farms and orchards – providing truly locally sourced ingredients for our Four Seasons restaurants. Meet the farmers and get hands-on to learn the latest techniques in sustainable organic growing.

Four Seasons Los Cabos is the first resort to open within the thousandacre (400 hectare) exclusive resort community of Costa Palmas, which offers a Robert Trent Jones II designed 18-hole golf course and 18-acres (7 hectares) of organic farm and orchards.

"We set out to create a resort community at Costa Palmas unlike any the world has ever seen. From its inception, our dream for Four Seasons Resort Los Cabos at Costa Palmas has been to create an unparalleled resort experience...” says Jason Grosfeld, founder of Irongate.

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MM: Which retail partners did you choose?

Eisa: "The Galleria at Maryah Island in Abu Dhabi was the ideal location for Tharb to launch its first concept store. We selected The Galleria as it is a vibrant destination for the local community and visitors alike. The Galleria offers immersive entertainment and lifestyle experiences, it is truly Abu Dhabi’s next-generation mall and now home to Tharb."

MM: What sets your luxury designs apart?

MM: As a busy man, how is your day at office?

MM: Which design principles do you follow?

Eisa: "I tend to design for a good portion of the day and handle the business of the brand for the remainder. That balance ensures that I develop a product I absolutely feel represents the brand's concept while still making sure we’re pushing the business forward.

I often begin my designs through sketching multiple iterations and once I have a concrete idea, I follow-up by experimenting with the design concept on a variety of design drawing programs. Sketch and paper for the initial ideas, then on my iPad for the mock ups followed by Affinity Designer on my laptop for the design drawings. Most importantly though, I present my designs to who I imagine would use the product the most to get their input and then it is back to the design process!"

Eisa: "I am continuously drawn to filling the gap when it comes to functional pieces. I typically start from a simple need then I think of the added features to enhance the product.

My design process originates from being in situations be it a meeting or simply running errands and pondering over what product would be useful and yet encompass an elegant and minimalist aesthetic in each scenario. For instance,

MM: Tharb now sells at Al Maryah Island?

Eisa: "It is a milestone that I am privileged to have reached. I initially started Tharb due to

Eisa: "I continuously look to combine luxury with practicality and maintain a minimalist design approach. My inspiration when designing new pieces is often derived from my own needs of wanting a piece to have enhanced usability and I go to the drawing board from there. The motivation is always about the functionality."

Mayed which is a notebook sleeve goes beyond being just an elegantly designed leather notebook sleeve. It started with the need for me to carry most of my essentials in and out meetings. Not only does it carry a notebook, it also has a generous outer pocket for essentials such as keys and a phone. It also has various slots for small notes, cards, a dedicated pen and eyewear holder."

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Eisa: "I receive clients who provide their input on the products and I truly appreciate their comments because it is how we grow and expand as a company. I am also my own harshest critic and I try to imagine all possibilities for any given product. Often, I tend to have anticipated a person’s critique or comment but I eagerly welcome all feedback and thank everyone who has given me their opinions since inception."

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Eisa: "The design of Tharb leather goods encompasses a minimalist approach and are practical for travelling or simply going to the mall.

My aim is for Tharb to have a global reach, spanning from the streets of Manhattan to the dunes of Abu Dhabi."

Occasionally, I will find that the sample product is not how I imagined it to be. From a design concept to a physical sample, there are small variations that can occur. However, those variations may not be a bad thing simply because it wasn’t planned. It sometimes happens that those variations give rise to inspirations and developing new ideas, which was the case for a few unrelease items.

However, I would take those unique ideas about them and apply them elsewhere."

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MM: Which segment of luxury consumer do you seek reach with your new product?

MM: Are your products made in UAE?

Eisa: "The UAE's manufacturing industry is still in a stage of growth and so there are not many luxury leather manufacturers. We were able to team up with a great company who manufactures with impeccable precision. I am honored to say all our products are made with pride in the UAE.

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Eisa: "My inspiration has always been rooted in finding materials that are renowned for their quality and durability as well as style and timelessness. That is why the pieces that I have designed are made from Tuscan leather in addition to other high-quality materials such as marble and suede. The strength and resilience of these materials make the products extremely practical to use, not only for everyday use but also as incredible statement pieces.

I’m also inspired by architecture and the constant rule that whatever the product features, it needs to serve a purpose and not only an aesthetic choice.

The design process is very iterative, and I enjoy the happy accidents along the way.

What I have in mind in the beginning is not always what I end up releasing and I believe that is part of the magic of product design. At the end of the day, I won’t release anything that doesn’t meet my own standards. As for reaching a segment, I haven’t focused on developing my products for a particular consumer but rather producing luxury goods that any consumer would find functional and would be proud to wear."

my passion for design and the ongoing positive response is why I opened the first concept store at Al Maryah Island. Tharb is a perfect fit on Al Maryah, as it encompasses a similar model of being unique and offering originality."

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MM: What inspired your new ollection?

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Eisa Albouisi unveils an inaugural store at The Al Maryah Island

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