The Talk #110 February 2019

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Dana Al Khobaizi Dipping Into Her Closet Candy

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On the cover: Dana Al Khobaizi Photographer & Art Director: Yousif Abdulsaid

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58. Aishwarya Rai Bachchan 62. Stack ‘em Long 64. Pearl Affair 66. Van Cleef & Arpels 68. Chaumet 70. Boucheron 74. Longines 78. Ester Ledecká, Snow Queen of Two Disciplines

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82. Winter Locks 84. *Insert Bold Line Here* 86. Fenty Beauty 88. Benefit 90. Charlotte Tilbury 98. tarte

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110. WEDGWOOD 112. H&M Home This Holiday Season 114. Back to Basics / ecru

Kuzmoz de Jour/

120. Kuzmoz de Jour Xeina Al-Musallam

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126. “Girl Effect” Why Empowerment Matters?

130. Rolls Royce 140. Horoscopes

Issue 202 / February 2019

Dana Al Khobaizi Dipping Into Her Closet Candy

16. Degrees of Cool-10 to 20 18. The Fourteenth 20. MATCHES FASHION 22. Paule Ka 24. adidas Ultraboost 19 26. H&M Sport 28. Guirlande de Cartier 36. SPOTTED 38. Dear Sun-loving Souls 48. Dipping Into Her Closet Candy

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the team/ Editor-in-Chief Fawaz Al-Mutairi Publisher Zeina Mokaddam Operations Director Mishleen AlKazzi Creative Consultant Yousif Abdulsaid Fashion & Beauty Editor Rawan Qabazard Copy-Editor Anju Kakkar Contributors Zeina Al-Ayoub Xeina AlMussalam Managing Editor Simon Balsom

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Legal Consultant Khaled Al-Kandari

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letter/ Hello dear readers, trendsetters and lifestyle enthusiasts. Welcome to our first issue of 2019. We are back with zest and enthusiasm, light-hearted and compassionate. Reflecting back with gratitude, lessons learnt, we are making this year about embracing the ‘now’. You have to admit, there is just something about the beginning of a new year that brings about nostalgia for the simpler things in life. Simplicity combined with the authenticity of hard work and passion is what paves the path for newer horizons. So, let’s embark on this journey together.

Is it February already! We have barely begun working on our goals and intentions for the year, getting all geared up for the rest of the year to unfold with stories of encouragement, reformation and much joy.

For now, we’re already planning our Valentine’s Day outing. What to wear?

We got you covered. This year we’re going all out with red and fuchsia, it’s the year of clichés, yes, with glamour. Another problem solver in this issue, how to dress to adjust with the hourly climate change, we feel you guys.

These cold winter nights give us cool positive vibes but don’t forget that your skin and hair get dryer. Turn to our beauty section for a few tips on how to keep your beautiful locks hydrated. On the beauty front, a trend we’re absolutely loving is the bold liner, paired with the perfect set of lashes this look will make it to our top 10 beauty looks.

Finally, we’re super excited to share our interviews with you. This month we met the fabulous founders of Ecru who taught us that when you infuse love and nourishment into your products, you have a personal piece that will forever be cherished. A trait that these girls share with our ambitious cover girl is most definitely “authenticity”. They all started their business ventures when they witnessed a gap in the market. This month Dana Al Khobaizi tells us the story of how our beloved store “Closet Candy” grew into a success story, soon to be followed by two more concept stores. These girls give us hope that being your authentic true self is the way to be a go-getter.

Let 2019 be your year; be a go-getter!

Till next time, the talk Team

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Degrees of Cool 10 to 20 As we’re nearing spring the weather starts playing tricks on us. You wear 10 layers in the morning and end up taking half of them off by noon. By the end of the week your entire closet would be emptied out in the trunk of your car. There’s a smart way to deal with this problem.

Jackets! How? Well here’s how:

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Skirts and trousers are usually set for both seasons except for a few materials.

Stick to long-sleeved shirts that are not too heavy and avoid thermals. If you’re wearing a skirt, opt for the light-colored, translucent or opaque tights that have no heat absorbing materials. Your outfit will look complete, but wait, it must be like 10 degrees outside and you’re still cold! Here is where you add a coat or a leather jacket, avoid fur. However, never consider this last layer as part of your outfit as when it gets warmer, you’ll want to keep it aside.

Another option that can be easily worn and put in a handbag is a thick scarf!

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The Fourteenth For years we have suffered and avoided the color red on this specific day to avoid being called cheesy.

Well, this year we’re going all out with 50 shades of red, take it from fuchsia to maroon feeling fabulous, you get to wear whatever your heart pleases. Let’s get down to styling.

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You may be planning quality time spent with your partner, your best friend or with the family; there is always an array of things to choose from for an outing. Let’s start with brunch: a cute red sweater with a pair of jeans is the perfect combo for a chill morning outing, plus you’ll look cute posing with a warm coffee cup for your daily snap. Next, it’s lunchtime! We’d love to say a cute fuchsia midi-dress but do check the weather beforehand. Throw on a camel teddy coat to complete the look (and stay warm). It’s almost time for dinner, which means it is time to apply that ruby red lipstick and put on those shiny red Louboutins and enjoy your night out. Let’s celebrate love this year judgement-free!

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MATCHES FASHION Gabriela Hearst SS19 Exclusive Collection

We’re excited to announce that MATCHESFASHION.COM is launching an exclusive SS19 collection with womenswear designer Gabriela Hearst.

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With the brand renowned for a refined approach to tailoring and ready-to-wear, the collection encapsulates the elevated wardrobe for the modern woman, including coats, suiting, dresses, cashmere wraps and shirting separates. Highlights from the collection are the brand’s signature double breasted and high waisted pants in an exclusive check print, evening options in the form of a silk crepe coast dress.

The collection features upcycled fabrics and sustainable fabrications including aloe linen, silk crepe and wools.

Several of the pieces were hand woven by Manos del Uruguay: a not-for-profit producer that Gabriela Hearst has worked with previously.

An installation at 5 Carlos Place, MATCHESFASHION.COM’s townhouse in Mayfair, London, will showcase the exclusive collection, as well as a selection of bags - including the new Mitchell box bag, and bespoke versions of key styles including the Demi and the Diana, which can be bought exclusively from 5 Carlos Place. the talk - page 21

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Paule Ka Resort 2019

Welcome to Paule Ka’s first stop in Bahia. Here and there come blouses and bayadere overalls, sweaters topstitched with ribbons over asymmetric ruffle skirts, stripes as solid colors on loose and graphic dresses. Cottons, silk twills, red, white and navy blue are mixed with zipped vinyl petticoats and shorts with buttoned front fly: these outfits are easy to live in and to put on...

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A safari spirit comes next, nomad and chic. Outfits are inspired by the look of Ava Gardner and Grace Kelly in the iconic movie Mogambo, with doublebreasted or belted suits, safari jackets and shorts, dresses as light as the wind... Within this summer wardrobe, savanna and sand, terracotta and leaves colors play with beautiful fabrics, stretch poplin, cotton panama, zebra or palm jacquard, as well as a clutch in python printed leather or a maxi earring, to wear freely on one side only...

Last stop of these summer getaways, in the garden of Bagatelle: romantic and feminine flowers oat here and there on lace or organza dresses.

They can by pristine on a two-piece out t in eyelet embroidery, carved in mother-of-pearl on a belt, sketched on a rainbow jacquard... They can also cast their ideal colors – fuchsia, anise or yellow gold- on cocktail and evening mikado gowns. On the shoulders, ruffles turn into oversized petals. Around the waist, large knots look like couture origamis.

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adidas Ultraboost 19 A New Shoe for a New Sport

adidas Running unveils the adidas Ultraboost 19, an entirely reimagined and redesigned version of the brand’s iconic leading performance running shoe. adidas designers and product developers worked with thousands of runners from around the world to create the new silhouette, in what was its most ambitious collaboration project ever. The overwhelming feedback from runners was that running is changing, becoming younger and more democratic. With the emergence of city running clubs and fun runs, running is now a sociable sport rather than just something people do on their own.

To celebrate the new silhouette, adidas Running is launching a new marketing campaign called Recode Running. Kicking off with a trailer featuring prominent LA and NY adidas Runners, including Adam Francique, Kwasi Kessie, Shiara Robison, Tia Hrubala and Bayano Kamani, this blockbuster campaign champions the culture and creativity of ‘new running’ and its power to transform.

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H&M Sport How are all your new year resolutions going? With the H&M Sport 2019 collection, everyone is surely going to be inspired to start and keep training in any form. It doesn’t matter if you are training at the gym, running, body movement exercises or yoga – it´s about everybody training. H&M is showing us, with this collection, the diversity in training and how to maintain a sporty lifestyle.

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“H&M sportswear is all about function, support, and fashion, making you look good while performing at your very best. For this season’s campaign we wanted the DNA and values of our company to shine through; a diverse mix of people getting together, having fun and inspiring each other” says Daniel Herrmann, Head of Marketing and Communications at H&M.

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Guirlande de Cartier Cartier is captivated by its most iconic object: the case.

Taking it in new directions, the Maison once again lays claim to a creative vision that unveils beauty in all its forms. The same bold statement that resulted in Love, Juste un Clou, Écrou de Cartier and the Baignoire watch; it’s about finding the remarkable in the unremarkable, maintaining an eye that unearths treasure in all things from function to design.

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Somewhere between continuity and disruption Cartier is now casting this creative gaze on leather goods. The Maison is writing a new chapter in a history that includes the jewelry bags of the 1910s, the ambitious lifestyle of the Must de Cartier collections in the late 1960s, and the diversity of its collections in the 2000s.

Guirlande de Cartier is more than just a bag. The essence of a Maison is infused in the formidable form of eight clean-cut facets carved from luxuriant, supple calfskin stamped with a gold frieze.

Special details and stylistic spirit The collection currently showcases three sizes of a single silhouette, to be further enriched in Spring 2019.

A collection in step with Cartier’s great jewelry heritage where as much care goes into what is seen as in what remains unseen. The black velvet of the box has been turned into a leather lining. The Maison’s persona runs deep in this collection; its three native cities – Paris, London, and New York – are stamped on the front of a mirror that slips into a secret slot.

From container to contents, the Guirlande de Cartier bags are doubly cherished; quintessential contours that embody a feminine absolute.

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KENZO shares the love this season with a dedicated capsule collection in celebration of the most romantic day of the year.

The limited-edition I KENZO collection of jersey pieces in red, grey, blue and pink, highlight the house’s attention to spreading love and happiness across the world.

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RIMOWA

Assouline Legends Collection Founded in Cologne in 1898, RIMOWA has become synonymous with sleek design and effortless travel.

Standing at a three-way intersection of innovation, utility, and luxury, RIMOWA has uniquely positioned itself as a luxury goods manufacturer focused on craftsmanship and dedication, never allowing trends to dictate their design.

We’ve seen a lot of collaborations last year, and we’re excited for the newest one to celebrate RIMOWA’s 120-year anniversary. the talk - page 32

“As our 120-year anniversary draws to a close, RIMOWA honors our mission, legacy, and craftsmanship. We’re thrilled to partner with a like- minded publisher such as Assouline to compile over a century of products and stories that have helped shape us as a distinctly unique brand.” - Alexandre Arnault, CEO. “RIMOWA has always stood at the forefront of innovation, from the launch of the first aluminum suitcase in 1937 to the most recent collaborations with brands like Supreme, Off-White™ and Fendi. This compilation chronicles the stories that make our luggage the tool of those who want to see and shape the world.” - Hector Muelas, Chief Brand Officer. the talk - page 33

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Rene Caovilla

Tradition, lightness and transparency meet essential and modern design in a flawless game of seduction A new bold look for the iconic Venziana. Rhinestones of soft shades recalling the glamour of the Venetian lagoon are mounted on light and almost invisible pvc binded with laminated leather, thus creating a delicate play of reflections.

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For modern women with an eye for details, the Maison gives the Opanca model a summer makeover.

With its versatile and urban style, its minimalism and comfort combined with neutral to bright shades, this shoe is the perfect match for every moment of the day for true “career women”.

René Caovilla, driven by its untiring desire for innovation, has created a new texturized stud with a central Swarovski crystal, exclusively designed for the Cleo sandal. A new sophisticated nude-hue rhinestone for a simple yet glamorous daily look.

A must-have of the brand, the evening sandals for this season flaunt intense and bold colors ranging from fuchsia to majestic blue. Serpiana is the latest arrival giving a new twist to the brand’s iconic snake that preciously coils up the ankle for an even more sensual effect.

The Treccia sandal which reinterprets a vintage model from the brand’s historical archive, is now back with a more contemporary and seductive look thanks to the fresh and captivating proportions embellished by a side braid of gold and silver. the talk - page 35

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SPOTTED

HRH The Duchess of Sussex in Givenchy Haute Couture The British Fashion Council’s 2018 Fashion Awards had a surprise appearance HRH The Duchess of Sussex dressed in a Givenchy Haute Couture bespoke custom made outfit by, of course, The House of Givenchy, designed by Clare Waight Keller. The Duchess surprised showgoers at the British Fashion Awards to present the British Designer of the Year Womenswear Award to Clare Waight Keller at Royal Albert Hall in London, UK. “It’s about supporting and empowering each other as women. The culture of fashion has shifted where it was once cool to be cruel, and now it’s cool to be kind,” said Markle.

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Dear Sun-loving Souls Talking about a ‘warmed-up hot winter

We have covered the story of the great French designer Simon Porte Jacquemus, also known as Jacquemus in the fashion industry, but it is hard not to revisit his exquisite creations one more time; especially when it comes to his over-the-top lavish straw hats that first walked down the runway of his Spring/Summer 2017 ready-to-wear collection.

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This summer tale was brought to life two years ago when Jacquemus debuted his Summer/Spring collection on the runways of Paris in 2017. The designer used Santons de Provence, traditional nativity figurines as an inspiration for his collection, hence the title of the runway “Les Santons De Provence”. The collection consisted of puffed shoulder shirts, cigarette pants, and finally, the infamous showstopping straw hats.

Jacquemus left us in awe when we first laid eyes on the perfect sun hat that walked down the runway of Les Santons De Provence in the spring of ‘17. The hats were flattened at the top with wide circular brims and little black strings used to secure the hats on the models while they strutted down the summer themed runway.

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The designer’s hats were a great hit when they made another appearance in his Spring/Summer collection of 2018, titled “La Bomba” (slightly different from the Le Santons collection), which was inspired by his mother’s glamorous beach style. The brims of the sun hats were draped on one side and folded on the other and come in two sizes: big and BIGGER, where ease of wear comes as a precedent.

“I don’t think I ever saw my mother more beautiful than on evenings after the beach and probably when she was in love.”

Although his latest runway was set in the season of Fall/Winter 2018/2019, the cold season did not stop the French designer from, once again, bringing back his grand sun hats.

What caught our attention was what inspired the theme of the runway: “Le Souk”, derived from the Arabic term “the market”. The Le Souk collection was inspired by Jacquemus’ quick escapes to Morocco, as a respite after each show. Despite the fact that Fall/Winter was the season of the next runway, he decided to create his latest collection to what seemed to be his favorite season of the year, summer based on the warmth and sunniness of Morocco, hence the rebirth of the now notorious sun hats. the talk - page 40

The oversized straw hats come in many different colors: black, dark orange, and light beige (natural straw material) and more. The draping on the hats in “Le Souk” are more dramatic than the previous ones from “La Bomba”; the brims dangle down to the middle of the models’ backs and are lightly folded at the front.

Most of his hats have been worn by well-known celebrities such as Bella Hadid, Emily Ratajkowski, Salonge, Kendall Jenner, and many more.

Jacquemus’ acclaimed sun hats also made an appearance in countless magazine covers, and editorial photoshoots, making the hats the most sought-after summer pick. the talk - page 41

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NET-A-PORTER Launches the Colombian Collective NET-A-PORTER unveils the Colombian Collective, a curation of brands and exclusive capsule collections celebrating creativity and craftsmanship of the talent in the South American country. The Collective has every aspect of your Cruise 19 vacation-wear wardrobe considered, from beach bags to swimwear, statement jewelry, all in vibrant tropical prints which will take you from day to night.

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Colombian designer Johanna Ortiz has created three capsules for NET-A-PORTER, including daywear and swimwear under her namesake brand, evening bags in collaboration with Verdi and lastly, footwear in collaboration with Tabitha Simmons. The designer’s signature ruffles and use of color are used throughout the capsules and all capture the spirit of Latin America. Further RTW options are presented by Silvia Tcherassi, whose vibrant city and landscapes can be enjoyed through her brand’s bold dresses, and Esteban Cortezar, who incorporates his signature Flamenco styles into a six-piece capsule that represents the movement of the Colombian dancing scene.

Cult espadrille brand Castañer has teamed up with Mercedes Salazar to create a capsule of flats and wedges featuring motifs inspired by the jewelry designer’s native Colombia. For the finishing touch, the Collective offers a wide range of colorful and statement jewels from the likes of Mercedes Salazar, Mallarino and Bibi Marini.

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Celebrities in Givenchy at the 76th Golden Globes Awards We’re huge fans of award ceremonies, especially when we get to see custom made designs from the top haute couture Maisons such as The House of Givenchy.

Both Best Actress in a Motion Picture Drama nominee Rosamund Pike and actress and presenter Julianne Moore wore Givenchy Haute Couture custom made outfits, designed by Clare Waight Keller, to the 76th Golden Globe Awards held at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills California.

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MATCHES FASHION

Rochas SS19 Exclusive Womenswear Capsule MATCHESFASHION.COM has collaborated with Parisian couture house Rochas on an exclusive capsule collection for the SS19 season. The collection was designed with a contemporary approach to eveningwear in mind, combining wearable items that can exist in any wardrobe, alongside pieces created with the fabrication and detailing of couture. The collection features ready-to-wear and accessories including classic knit sweaters, crisp white blouses, duchess satin evening separates and dresses, and floral-print silk crepe de Chine styles.

Designer Alessandro Dell’Acqua also developed a turquoise and silver brocade, exclusively for MATCHESFASHION.COM, which features as part of highlight styles within the collection, including a full length ballgown skirt, single breasted coat, heels and an evening handbag.

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Dipping Into Her Closet Candy Dana is an International Relations alumna-turnedentrepreneur. Upon attaining her Master’s Degree in International Relations from the University of Denver, Dana went on to work with non-profit organizations like the United Nations and Arab Fund for Economic Development and was a serious and passionate political advocate revolving around humanitarian and social issues, until, lucky for us, the calling of a fashion-industry game-changer!

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Creating a versatile concept where fashion, style, and comfort transcend current dominating trends to give way to a fashionable yet timeless “individualized-style” element to dressing-up; this was the key focus that Dana pursued, yet again with the same passionate sense that forever drives her and came up with the unique vision of Closet Candy. Soon to be followed came the Denim Room, a spin-off of the Closet Candy Concept, merging the versatile denim’s style and comfort with modernity and accessibility. But wait, Dana’s vision further expanded to a third venture in the form of KOR Concept offering men as much choice and access as women, tapping into a market of the fashion-conscious man looking to re-invent himself. Another project Dana is involved in is the 965 Outlet Expo that she co-organizes with two partners.

When opening up your first store, what was your vision and who was your target market?

I had just returned from the States, where at that time I had noticed the rise of contemporary designers, which were huge in the year 2007; department stores such as Saks and Bloomingdales dedicated floors to introduce new and upcoming designers, whereas, in Kuwait, the fashion industry was monopolized and there were no individual boutiques. The fashion industry was primarily targeting the older generation. There was a definite gap that needed to be filled, and I had that edge. Even Dubai was just starting to boom, so the brands were not yet available in the Middle East.

I have always been inspired by contemporary brands and been drawn to such from New York and LA. It was hard to reach out to them, but I did manage to entice them to expand to the Middle East. I started off with a tiny store in the middle of nowhere near Salhia Complex. It was a success from the very get-go.

My Closet Candy girl is a well-travelled, fashion-savvy girl who knows these brands and knows every cool website to shop from!

How did the ideas for each of the stores originate, and what was the inspiration behind each one?

Closet Candy was my first store and as I mentioned, contemporary designers at that time had not yet expanded to the Middle East. I wanted the girls of my generation to have access to these brands, therefore, I introduced over 30 New York and LA based brands to the region. The denim brands, such as J Brand and Current Elliot, where very successful and that was my inspiration to open Denim Room. When the opportunity to open a store at that location arose, I didn’t want to open another Closet Candy, so I decided to open up the first unisex denim concept store in the Middle East and it was a success! Dabbling into menswear got me to open KOR Concept. The KOR guy is the masculine equivalent to the Closet Candy girl. He’s the well-travelled, educated man, who knows how to dress. In 2013 menswear brands were growing and I had to hit that gap in the market. I believe fashion shouldn’t be intimidating for men!

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Blazer: Yousif Alhajji

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“I live by virtue of principles; independence is the most important principle.”

At buying trips, what points do you mainly focus on?

I focus a lot on my customers. If there is a ‘Closet Candy girl’, then that is the girl I shop for. The three things I think of when picking out items would definitely be: affordable, sustainable, and fashionable. I buy for the girl on the go, the professional boss babe, I don’t look for trends. Timeless and fashionable is what my girls look for.

What changed over the years?

With Closet Candy, I started focusing more on athleisure and the wellness industry. I started incorporating my lifestyle into my business which is a must for business owners I believe. Your business should be a reflection of yourself and your personal style.

As a key figure in Kuwait’s fashion industry, what would you like to see more of in this region?

Authenticity: I’m inspired by it! There is no such thing as too much competition, I regard the other stores as my peers. However, if you don’t have something different to present, then you shouldn’t be a player in the game.

I don’t want people to be afraid to be themselves even when it comes to personal style. In business, I prefer to stay true to my style which is why I have made changes in what I’m offering at Closet Candy.

Describe your personal style.

Athleisure all the way! I’m massively into that, I’m always in leggings, sneakers, and bomber jackets. I’m the 90’s Calvin Klein jeans kind of girl, with next day hair, and minimum to almost no makeup. The past few years I’ve been leaning towards a healthier and holistic approach of living and that has inspired my personal style as well. Don’t be afraid of being yourself!

Which trend are you currently obsessing over?

I’m really not into trends, and what I have noticed is that lately, the global trend is ‘personal style’. That, I’m a big fan of! I love that personal style does not have to be trend-driven, its more about being yourself. That goes back to the ‘comfort is key’ kind of look and it’s acceptable now. Who ever thought that one day we’ll be allowed to wear sneakers to dinner!

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Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Longines Ambassador of Elegance Who could better embody Longines’ motto “Elegance is an attitude” than Aishwarya Rai Bachchan? The Indian beauty has been the face of the Swiss watch brand since 1999. In Kuwait for the opening of the new Longines boutique at The Arcades - The Avenues (Phase IV), we caught up with the star for an exclusive interview.

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Tell us about your relationship with Longines. You’ll mark 20 years with the brand this year. What are some memorable moments with Longines?

I remember the first Longines press conference, where I sat beside Walter von Känel (Longines CEO since 1988); he commented to me that this would be the beginning of a long association. It was right at the beginning of my career, and he couldn’t have been more wonderful and supportive. At that time, to me, a long association meant three years, perhaps five, but who would have thought 20 years later we’d be sitting here? It’s been a wonderful the talk - page 60

journey though. I feel like a part of the Longines family.

They’ve been there for me through so many personal and professional milestones of my life. Here was a company that said: ‘Elegance is an attitude’, and I thought to myself: “That’s my voice”. It’s a natural synergy.

There have been plentiful memorable moments with them. Celebrating 185 years of the brand, the numerous sporting events we’ve been present at – especially the Commonwealth Games.

The proud work supporting various charities as well.

Countless happy memories. Such a great variety.

LONGINES - Part of the Morad Yousuf Behbehani Group

A favorite timepiece?

Well. Are you asking Aishwarya the girl, or Aishwarya the brand Ambassador? I am spoiled for choice, and I have had so many of the brands’ wonderful watches. What I like about them all is that they are so elegant - they don’t scream for attention. It’s an easy match to my personality and my multifaceted life.

The model closest to my heart will always be the ‘Dolce Vita’ because it was the first design that I had the opportunity to endorse. It was also the feature of

Longines’ first TV commercial with me and Kate Winslet and that experience too was unique.

What’s your relationship with ‘time’ itself? Do you work for it? Or how do you make time work for you?

Time is probably the most precious thing we have. We must value it and respect it. But if time is flying, it’s a sign of the countless ‘good things’ and ‘cherishable moments’ happening all around you; you’re right in the moment.

Enjoy it! Be part of it.

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Stack ‘em Long Necklaces. So many to choose from, we can’t wear them all, so we invented stacking! Don’t you love the feeling when all your necklaces are tangled up together at the back? Or perhaps not... The point is, wearing multiple necklace will upgrade your outfit rating from a 7 to a 10 automatically!

And no, these numbers aren’t made up.

Now when it comes to choosing necklaces to stack together you want to stick to a specific few. Are you going for the three gold colors: silver, yellow, and rose?

Or are you going for one color, different shapes? The combinations are endless; however, it all depends on what you’re wearing. Maybe throw on a couple of long strands of pearls or beads with some color. Play around and experiment!

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Pearl Affair We talk about trends thinking that they won’t make it till next season.

However, when it comes to pearls… well, there’s no doubt they’re a classic.

We’re seeing a lot of pearls being incorporated in trendy outfits, jewelry, and of course headpieces. This month we’re focusing on headpieces.

When it comes to headpieces, if designed stunningly, they can be one of the most elegant pieces of jewelry you own. A lot of brides choose to wear headpieces on their big day, of course, and more often than not you may notice that the piece is assembled with diamonds. Lately, we’ve sighted some pearls appearing seamlessly with the diamonds. Now, this trend isn’t just for brides, there are a lot of headbands that are designed with pearls that would turn heads when out for dinner, or even at a luncheon. Invest in a piece that will forever be in style, and that will reflect your style.

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Van Cleef & Arpels A Delicate Touch of Romance with Perlée™ this Valentine’s Day

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Van Cleef & Arpels has always been inspired by the unique creative energy of love, for it was love which brought the Maison into being. With a desire to create something lasting, together Alfred Van Cleef and Estelle Arpels founded the Maison of Van Cleef & Arpels. Ever since then, Van Cleef & Arpels and its clienteles have shared a wonderful love story that we are all lucky to be a part of.

This Valentine’s Day, assorted Perlée™ creations will be the key component to compliment your style. With its joyful and feminine aesthetics, the Perlée collection is the definition of elegance and modernity.

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Chaumet Glorious Femininity

The new Laurier Precious Jewelry collection celebrates the symbolic plant that has been a continuous presence in the Maison’s creations. Reinterpreted in diamonds and white gold, this glorious laurel serves to magnify contemporary femininity.

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A symbol of immortality beloved of Joséphine, and an allegory of victory and power adopted by Napoléon, laurel also evokes a tribute to Apollo and Daphne.

At Chaumet, it glorifies femininity. Like its recent interpretations in the High Jewelry Collection La Nature de Chaumet (and in particular Firmament Apollinien, whose diadem occupies a majestic place in the Maison’s new advertising campaign), Laurier, in a burst of movement, twists and comes alive as an expression of wild, luxuriant and sophisticated nature.

A ribbon is knotted around the foliage on the pair of earrings in a combination of nature and culture representative of the Maison. Each piece exquisitely expresses the jewelry virtuosity of Chaumet: asymmetrical compositions, leaves sculpted in volume and in several different designs – some entirely covered, others openworked – the mises à jour on the reverse of the motifs have been executed in three different ways... each detail an expression of the Maison’s great High Jewelry tradition.

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Boucheron Nature Triomphante

To honor 160 years of creation and innovation, Boucheron has pursued a dream - to push the limits of High Jewelry by granting eternal life to the beauty and vitality of nature. This vision comes to light in the collection “Nature Triomphante�, in which cuttingedge scientific techniques combined with the ancestral expertise of our workshops usher High Jewelry into a bold new era of creativity.

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The “Nature Triomphante� collection is a tribute, first to the beauty of nature, whose diversity, ideal aesthetic and symbolic abundance offer endless sources of inspiration to Boucheron.

Next, it is a tribute to the innovative and free spirit of the Maison, which has never ceased transcending the conventions of jewelry to craft unique pieces of stunning audacity. the talk - page 71

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Introducing

Montblanc High Artistry Homage to Emperor Kangxi Limited Edition A new writing instrument pays tribute to the life and legacy of China’s emperor.

With its High Artistry Limited Editions, Montblanc pushes the boundaries of creativity and technical virtuosity to tell the stories of history’s great figures.

Pairing the traditional expertise of the métiers d’arts nurtured for over 110 years with high precision technology and tools, Montblanc artisans transform fine materials into elaborate masterpieces that defy imagination. From stone cutting and setting to hand engraving and gold work, many techniques have been used to bring to life the fascinating world of Kang Xi, the longest reigning emperor in Chinese history. Part writing instrument part jewelry creation in colorful precious stones and gold, each Montblanc High Artistry Homage to Emperor Kangxi Limited Edition is a dazzling display of the Maison’s artistry.

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Chopard

Happy Hearts An original timepiece joins the collection with hearts dancing across its dial A new talisman for Big-Hearted women, or what can happen when the beating of time keeps pace with a beating heart! The new Happy Hearts watch is the ultimate symbol of this harmony. A Maison renowned for its boundless creativity, Chopard has decided to orchestrate an encounter between two of its most iconic collections. The Big Heart of the Happy Hearts collection finds its place on the playful dial of the Happy Sport, the watchmaking success that has been leading diamonds in a merry dance for over 25 years, in a perpetually renewed spirit of Joie de Vivre. The result of this union is an even airier interpretation: A Happy Hearts timepiece enlivened by three freely dancing diamonds, a red heart as well as a diamond-set heart.

THE LOWDOWN On the Inside:

Movement: Quartz Water-Resistance: 30 meters / 3 ATM

On the Outside: Case: 36mm diameter / 10.455mm thickness Stainless Steel

Dial: White. 3 dancing diamonds, a dancing red heart in

18-carat white gold; and a dancing heart in diamond-set 18-carat white gold

Bracelet: Strap in red alligator leather

with universal stainless steel buckle

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Longines The Conquest V.H.P. The Conquest V.H.P. range represents a new achievement in the field of quartz, combining great precision, high technicality and an ultra-sporty look, marked by the brand’s unique elegance. In the true essence of Conquest – the ultimate sports line – the brand now proposes chronographs that bring together all of the qualities of the Conquest V.H.P. movement. As an extension, the winged hourglass brand presents its new Conquest V.H.P., now also available with a chronograph calibre in various chromatic variations.

THE LOWDOWN On the Inside:

Movement:

Water-Resistance: 5 bar / 50 meters

Quartz

On the Outside:

Case:

42mm and 44mm in diameter

Multi-piece Stainless Steel Case

Dial:

Blue, Carbon Fibre, Silvered and Black

Bracelet:

Steel or Black PVD bracelet or

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Blue or Black rubber strap

Corum Golden Bridge Titane DLC Fashions change, yet the Golden Bridge remains. A unique piece that has gone against the trends since its creation in 1980; today it has been reinvented in six architectural versions with an original aesthetic design.

The pervasive presence of a black DLC treatment on its case, bezel, and buckle forms the basis of the design.

All of these components stand out with their depth, allowing for a stunning contrast with the baguette movement which, with its white or pink gold reflections, attracts all the light.

THE LOWDOWN On the Inside:

Movement:

CO 113 – Manual Winding

Power Reserve:

40 hours

Water-Resistance: 30 meters / 3 ATM

On the Outside:

Case:

43mm diameter / 8.3mm thickness

Titanium grade 5 with black DLC treatment

18k White or Rose Gold versions

Dial:

5N gold-toned brass flange • Black lacquered silver

Bracelet:

Vulcanized Black Rubber with Titanium folding clasp

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Eberhard & Co 8 Jours Grande Taille Eberhard & Co’s new take on the elegant and classic 8 Jours manually-wound watch that offers whole 8 days of power reserve is the memorable 8 Jours Grande Taille, a reimaging of an icon that will make for the perfect gift over the festivities.

Although preserving the same basic dial layout with seconds sub-dial at 6 o’clock and the power reserve indicator at 9 o’clock, the watch is slighly larger in heft to accommodate the power reservve and achieve an overall more modern appearance.

Sporting rather short lugs and a very compact setting / winding crown the time measuring device will probably feel very comfortable on a normally-sized wrist.

THE LOWDOWN On the Inside:

Movement:

Mechanical – Hand winding

Power Reserve:

8 days (192 hours)

Water-Resistance: 30 meters / 3 ATM

On the Outside:

Case:

41mm diameter / 11.25mm thickness Steel / 18-carat rose gold

Dial: White

Bracelet:

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Crocodile leather strap with 18-carat pink gold buckle or stainless steel buckle (matching case)

Oris Robert Kubica Limited Edition Oris celebrates the return to Formula 1 of one of its most talented drivers, Robert Kubica. The first Polish driver to race in motor sport’s top tier, Kubica has battled his way back from serious injury to become Williams’ Reserve & Development Driver. The Oris Robert Kubica Limited Edition is based on the Oris Williams Day Date and features a central seconds hand and a minute track in the red of the Polish national flag. Only 250 pieces will be made and we’re hoping to snatch one for ourselves.

THE LOWDOWN On the Inside:

Movement:

Automatic Winding Day Date,

bi-directionally rotating red rotor

Power Reserve:

Water-Resistance: 10 bar / 100 meters

38 hours

On the Outside:

Case:

42mm diameter / 1.654 inches thickness

Multi-piece Stainless Steel Case Dial: Design Black

Bracelet:

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Ester Ledecká, Snow Queen of Two Disciplines Joins Richard Mille’s Bevy of Sports Royalty

The Czech native, whom Richard Mille welcomed into the brand’s family of female sports partners, is the only person ever to combine snowboarding and alpine skiing internationally and at the highest level.

Ester is from a family of athletes and artists: her grandfather was a World Cup hockey champion and her mother was a figure skater. Her father is a world-renowned composer, and then there’s her brother, a recognized comic-book designer determined to transform his beloved sister into a superhero, who designed her racing suit, no less! Undaunted, Ester who was born in 1995, confronted challenges head-on from an early age.

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She began competing at just 5 years old, winning her first Milka Cup Series that very year. Her performance and victories have continued to accrue ever since. In 2013, she became a two-time gold medalist at the World Junior Championships.

The Czech won the parallel giant slalom at the 2014 World Cup, her first professional career success. She is a two-time Snowboard World Champion, with victories both in 2015 and 2017. Being a champion is a habit she’s found hard to drop, most recently winning double gold in skiing and snow-boarding at the PyeongChang 2018 Winter Olympic Games in South Korea, where she surprised everyone by winning the Super-G. Even before winning her medals, Ledecká had already taken up a challenge: qualifying for the Olympic Games in two different sports. With this victory, Ester became the first female athlete to achieve such a performance in a single edition of the Winter Olympics.

From the very beginning, people have told me, “You can’t do both, you have to specialize, otherwise you’ll never reach the top level.” Since I was 14, I’ve had these kinds of discussions with my coaches. I would say, “No, I want to practice both, and if it bothers you, I’ll find another coach because that’s how I’ll do it.”

Ester is, however, living proof that having success in your genes is never enough.

You need real determination, expertise, passion, genius and above all guts to make it work!

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Winter Locks Cold weather, winter coats, and hot cocoa. We sure do love winter but hold on‌ What about our hair? Most of us notice our hair gets dry and a bit dull (especially for bleached hair) during these cold winter days. Same with the skin, and your answer is simple. You have to hydrate! What does that mean? Give your hair the attention it needs to survive these cold winter nights.

Ok, let’s quit the drama and get down to business. There are a few simple ways to protect your hair and its shine during winter. First, use a moisturizing shampoo and conditioner, something that has hydrating ingredients. We recommend the Macadamia hair mask as well. Speaking of hair masks, they’re the best way to keep your hair hydrated! Just leave it in post-shower for 20 to 30 minutes and rinse out. Avoiding styling tools such as curlers and straighteners can also help your hair lock in moisture. Last but not least, drink water! If your body is hydrated, then your hair and skin are hydrated. Stay warm, remembering to cover your hair against the harsh winter winds when outdoors.

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*Insert Bold Line Here* Makeup artists have introduced the no-makeup makeup look and it seems to be the ongoing trend. But sometimes, you just want to go all out and now is your chance. We all love the neutral look and how fast it can be achieved, however, it’s time to play around a bit. We’re seeing bold lines everywhere, from fierce eyes to cat eyes. We’re loving this trend! You can experiment with different colors such as blue, purple, or even metallics.

Start by drawing your regular liner and then slowly thicken it and enhance it any way you’d like. For this makeup look, the rest of your face should be neutral and forgo over-contouring to even out the look. Avoid dark lipsticks, let your eyes do the talking.

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Fenty Beauty Mattemoiselle Rihanna wanted to make the matte lipstick of your dreams a reality: Think mega rich color minus the weight, now in a range of 24 shades. She loves changing up her lipstick depending on her current mood or look, so she created these new color-intense shades that anyone can pull off, with names that embody the personality of each color.

Mattemoiselle’s ultimate light-as-air texture glides on creamy and stays put with a velvety, soft matte finish inspired by a rose petal. And thanks to the chic, slim design, you can effortlessly define lips with the ultimate control, for lips that look fuller with every stroke.

Whether you’re looking for the perfect red, everyday nude, moody blue, or vivid pop, Mattemoiselle Plush Matte Lipstick makes it easier than ever to rock the entire rainbow.

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Benefit Roller Liner

Get matte, get even! The new precision matte liquid liner – “Roller Liner” from Benefit is on the top of our makeup shopping list. The waterproof, 24-hour longwear formula helps you take control of the application leaving you with a clean, controlled line that will last. It’s available in both black and brown.

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Charlotte Tilbury Glowing, Pretty Skin Palette After we fell “instantly” in love with the Instant Look in a Palette, we all were left wanting more. Leave it to Charlotte Tilbury to give you everything you need to create an instantly healthy-looking radiant complexion with the new “Glowing, Pretty Skin Palette”.

Focusing on the complexion, this youthful, fresh palette makes you look instantly healthy and glowing! The limited-edition palette includes six sculpting bronze, blush & highlight shades to illuminate the complexion with a subtle pop of color for the cheeks.

Featuring Charlotte’s best formulas and textures from Cheek to Chic blusher and Filmstar Bronze & Glow, it’s the perfect glowing pretty skin day-look ion a palette. Instant, sculpting glow tones from every glorious shade of summer, from Ibiza nights to sun-lit blush, it’s everything you need for year-long beach sculpt, bronze and blush all year round!

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Guerlain Bee Glow Aqua Cushion Matte or powdery effects are old hat. Today’s women, including us, are now looking for “honey glow skin”, skin that is bursting with moisture, luminous and literally as smooth as honey! Taking its inspiration from this trend, Guerlain has created Bee Glow, a fluid offering optimal hydration that combines unprecedented benefits. It infuses skin with moisture while giving it a “wetlook” effect that highlights facial volumes. The face is perfectly smooth and radiates a real glow.

Aside from giving us the desired glow we want, it also comes in a travelfriendly version with this cushion incorporating the ultra-fresh Aqua Gel formula, Bee Glow slips into your bag for practical use throughout the day.

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Becca Introducing the Skin Love Collection Give your skin some love with the brightening, hydrating and nourishing Becca Cosmetics Skin Love Collection: A trio of hybrid skincare makeup products loaded with nature’s most skin loving ingredients.

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The first product is the SKINLOVE GLOW ELIXIR which is a lightweight skin-clarity boosting serum infused with BECCA’s Glow Nectar Brightening Hydra Complex - a proprietary blend of natural ingredients that help brighten, hydrate and nourish the skin.

The second is the SKINLOVE WEIGHTLESS BLUR FOUNDATION which is also a weightless, medium buildable coverage foundation with a velvety, natural finish that mimics the look of smooth, healthy skin. Enriched with BECCA’s Glow Nectar Brightening Complex, a proprietary blend of natural ingredients and actives that help brighten, hydrate and nourish the skin.

Last but not least, the SKINLOVE GLOW GLAZE STICK, an ultra-sheer, highlighting balm loaded with skin loving ingredients and BECCA’s Glow Nectar Brightening Complex. the talk - page 95

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Givenchy Parfums LE ROSE PERFECTO Pink... synonymous with freedom, spontaneity and femininity.

Pink... full of optimism and love of life.

Pink... audacious.

From Hubert de Givenchy’s Couture creations to today’s makeup range, pink according to Givenchy is a manifestation of feminine non-conformism. An assertion of true independence of spirit and cheerful uniqueness.

Ubiquitous in the Maison’s history, it remains a color unlike any other, capable of boosting your self-confidence. An edgy and daring color that never stops reinventing itself. To be even more astonishing.

By breaking down the boundary between makeup and skincare, Le Rose Perfecto successfully combines vibrant shades with the soothing effect of a balm. The paradox has finally been solved in a beautiful way.

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tarte The Most Awaited Concealer is finally here!

Tarte Cosmetics, the industry leader in high-performance naturals™, has officially announced the launch of shape tape contour concealer in the region! Now we can touch, feel, and swatch America’s #1 concealer brand in person.

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The cult-favorite shape tape concealer, beloved by influencers worldwide, is tarte’s best-selling product, with 1 sold every 12 seconds. The full-coverage, vegan, blendable formula is infused with naturally-derived ingredients like mango seed and shea butters to nourish skin and licorice root extract to brighten.

Available in 30 shades and 5 undertones, a little goes a long way, instantly concealing, highlighting, and hiding everything from acne scars and dark circles, to redness and pores. The result is a flawless, never fake, matte finish that won’t flake or crease.

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DIPTYQUE Celebrating Valentine’s Day with Two New Scents Confucius was right... Roses are to love what perfume is to Diptyque: an inseparable pair. For Valentine’s Day, the Maison is celebrating roses in all their forms. And since there are as many confessions of love as fragrance gestures, Diptyque has brought them together in one line: The Roses Collection.

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Central to this collection, a pair of roses holds the title role, the most emblematic ones used in perfumery: Centifolia rose, and Damask rose. Two roses, two temperaments that express all their dimensions, both in their scents and in their colors, in a complete line of products and above all two exclusive creations: two limited-edition candles, a brand-new one dedicated to the Centifolia rose, and the other to the Damask rose.

Two flowers and their singularities are captured in these two candles that can be burned separately or together. The fresh, delicate scents of one then mingles with the voluptuous, honeyed accents of the other.

The entire collection celebrates roses. Each of its products – eau de toilette, scented oval and paper, soft balm, hair mist and more – like a dense bouquet, reveals the richness of these flowers with such marvelous complexity. the talk - page 101

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The Effects of Bullying

By Dr. Juliet Dinkha Every day thousands of students wake up afraid to go to school. Bullying is a problem that affects millions of students, and it has everyone worried, not just the children on its receiving end. Yet, since parents, teachers, and other adults don’t always see it, they may not understand how extreme bullying can get. @dr.jdinkha

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Being a bully means acting in a way that bothers people around you.

Bullies either have a hostile intent, embracing power over someone else, or hurting others by any means they could find. Children who are bullied might experience stress, depression, feeling sad and lonely, might affect their sleeping and eating patterns, health problems, and might lead to a drop in their grades, in addition to skipping or missing school.

This is a problem not limited to certain cultures or types of schools, its worldwide but why is it a problem for our children in Kuwait? Given that many schools are international ones, students come from different backgrounds, races, ethnicities, and nationalities. They also speak many different languages, and many international children appear different from those of the mainstream culture kids and thus stand out by the way they look, their accents, and overall behavior.

Someone who is a bully could likely or more often so be a child who learns at home that physical punishment is acceptable, and thus more likely to bully. In many cases as well, the bully lacks self-confidence and uses bullying to feel better about him or herself.

They display poor social skills and poor social judgment, and sometimes have no feelings of empathy or care towards other people.

What could we do when children are being bullied: 1. Do not ignore the behavior, expecting children to sort it out on their own is not a solution, an adult has to intervene.

2. Do not be too quick to punish because quick and harsh punishment may make teachers and students alike ignore the bullying.

3. Do not put the child on the spot, don’t question the children involved in front of others.

4. Do not encourage fighting back, this teaches the bullied child to revert to physical violence and sends out the message that violence is a solution.

5. Do not try to mediate between the children involved, remember there is no equality in power here, asking them both to apologize doesn’t work.

6. Do not blame a child who is being bullied, he/she may already feel guilty. By being a good role model, children learn that kindness, empathy, tolerance, and respect are the only ways to treat each other. the talk - page 103

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Royale Hayat Hospital

Dr. Reza Nabavian MD Searching for the right plastic surgeon can be a delicate yet vital decision. The name “Dr. Reza Nabavian� is synonymous with professionality and perfection in his field of expertise. We’ve all heard praise for his amazing skills and his ethos for putting his patients needs and safety above all else.

Dr. Reza is a renowned consultant plastic surgeon at the Royale Hayat Hospital. He is also a consultant at his practice in Santa Monica, California. In addition, he is the director of Plastic Surgery Training at the University of Southern California.

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“I take time to listen carefully to my patients and match their goals and desires with an individualized plan that is based on their personal characteristics and my aesthetic expertise.”

Tell us about any issues in surgical safety?

One of the surgeries that had the highest rate of growth, in recent times, would be the gluteal augmentation, which is liposuction and fat transfer. It’s a reliable and effective procedure that I have been performing since 2005. I have been one of the early adapters of this technology. However, now that it has become very popular, there are a lot of plastic surgeons wanting to perform this procedure, but some of them may not have proper training and the ideal background to do so safely. There are certain principles to be followed to conduct this operation in a safe way to minimize the risk, especially since there have been catastrophic complications throughout the world. There are several good doctors in Kuwait and in the region, and the patient should be very selective.

What other procedures are undergoing growth?

All cosmetic procedures are undergoing a major growth.

Part of the reason for this is social media and the fact that patients see the results and want to achieve them. It’s good for patients to collect as much data and information that they would need to make the decision. However, social media also puts a lot more pressure on them.

Are there specific technologies that are safe?

In cosmetic medicine, not just surgery, there are many technologies that can help the body with tightening and fat removal. I see promise in many of these technologies and devices, however, the majority of these devices undergo the bare minimum safety evaluation before being released in the market. Patients need to be observant, never rush to try something new.

“As a physician, you have to be a doctor first, especially when it comes to plastic surgery,” says Nabavian.

What should patients look for when choosing a doctor?

Two things actually. Firstly, they should absolutely look into the doctor’s qualifications; for us as American doctors, being certified and recognized as plastic surgeons by The American Board of Plastic Surgery is considered as gold standard in physician certification. In other countries, there are similar institutions and certifications. The patients should make sure that the doctor is properly trained in the field of practice. Secondly, they have to meet to consult and feel comfortable with the doctor’s approach and communication. It is, after all, a journey, and it should be a pleasant one with positive results.

Position: Head of Department of Plastic Surgery & Cosmetic Center; Consultant Plastic Surgeon Department: Cosmetic Center

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The Dangers of Vitamin D Deficiency ‘Can I please have an egg white omelet?’ The correct answer should be ‘no you cannot’. Why you ask? Egg yolks are a great source of vitamin D which is one of the many vital nutrients your body needs; and the list of deficiencies from lack of will make you realize that a lifestyle change must be implemented. We live in a region where the sun is shining nearly every day, but most of the population suffers from this deficiency because of how much we avoid the sun.

Low levels of vitamin D can cause depression, weight gain, and weak bones. Ten minutes in the sun, with sun protection, of course, is all you need daily to escape the risk of having low vitamin D levels.

Also, some dietary changes should be made to stay healthy and safe. Add some salmon, fish oils, and egg yolks into your diet to increase your vitamin D intake. Regular consultation with your physician is always recommended.

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WEDGWOOD 260th Anniversary 2019 is a landmark year for Wedgwood as the brand celebrates its 260th Anniversary. Wedgwood was founded in 1759 by Josiah Wedgwood, a Staffordshire potter aged just twenty-nine, whose vision, creativity and passion led English pottery from a cottage craft to an art form and an international industry.

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With its rich heritage and incredible design archive spanning over two and a half centuries, Wedgwood is a proud owner of a Royal Warrant

by Appointment to Her Majesty the Queen while also providing tableware to other Royal families, Heads of State as well as celebrities, brides-to-be and families. The dynamic in-house Creative Team partnerships with high-profile designers including Jasper Conran and Vera Wang and the muchloved Beatrix Potter collections, means Wedgwood has continued to evolve and lead modern dining and homeware trends.

Expertise, outstanding craftsmanship, and timeless style are the enduring qualities that make Wedgwood the British name most associated with beautiful ceramic works of art and the most stunning fine china tableware used for entertaining and bringing people together all over the world.

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H&M Home Starting off the New Year with Longed-for-Light and Warm Neutrals

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What a wonderful way to spend these cold winter nights planning our seasonal house redecorating.

Warm neutrals, chubby shapes and turquoise along with graphic stripes mark a new start for the home as we all start longing for spring. Glass objects and mirror surfaces along with shiny materials such as chrome and airy spaces make the most of the sparse winter light. Abstract texts feel new and add an arty touch while minimalist influences make contrasts important and call for the occasional dash of black. Rattan and a range of beiges together with plush textures such as velvet add warmth!

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Back to Basics ecru A local Kuwaiti concept, ecru has set itself apart with its deeply-thought, exceptionally-executed, no-fuss, handmade staples and unique pieces, loved and admired by the country’s up and coming crowd, satisfying the palette for ‘something different’, for ‘something with a story’. When you are a proud owner of an ecru piece, you have a story to tell.

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Who are the girls behind ecru? Well, you can stop wondering now. We met up with both Nur Kaoukji and Noor Al Sabah, the co-founders of the brand, and best friends! We had a long indepth conversation about what ecru is all about, and all the love that goes into the process of creating each piece.

Nur Kaoukji studied at The London College of Fashion, and soon after found herself working in Jaipur where she interned for a jewelry designer. It was then that she realized she had found something that she loved to do. “Noor and I grew up in very creative households, our parents were always interested in beautiful objects, handicrafts in general, and how things were made”.

Nur pursued a few projects with the jewelry designer, and when he decided to open a boutique, Nur was in charge of it all. She worked with a lot of people on this project and she learnt that she wasn’t just interested in jewelry design, she was interested in the entire design process in general.

Noor Al Sabah had studied art and media, and then went on to work at Othman Fashion as a fashion director. “It was amazing, and I loved it. I really felt like I connected with Kuwait’s market”. She discovered that she loved retail, and the challenges that came along with it, which went hand-in-hand with her love for creativity.

Nur and Noor enlighten us with ecru’s story: How did the idea originate? What is “ecru”?

First, ecru is a color. Well, actually it’s the raw material we use, pure color, pure material, that hasn’t been dyed, it’s originally “ecru” which is beige. ecru happened organically! We are best friends, since childhood, we talk about everything, and we share the most precious memories. We both found ourselves in a space where we sensed a lack of something. ecru was the startup that we both felt extremely passionately about; it’s been five years, and we have never regretted this decision. We were both very enthusiastic and keen when it comes to art & design, ecru combined everything we loved. After our first popup, we only had an Instagram account; it was amazing that people kept approaching us for more. Slowly, ecru started to bloom. the talk - page 115

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How would you describe the ethos of ecru?

We definitely try to focus on things that are not fussy. Things that are functional and effortlessly beautify your home. We want you to feel that each product is special. We are not massproducers; for us each individual project is very special in its own way and that’s why we try to personalize pieces with calligraphy and initials. We also hide meaningful details in the fabrics that are personal to our lives, that only we know of. It’s all very detailed.

Are the items custom-made or do you buy what you think the customers would like?

All our items are designed by us or taken apart with the designer to design in our vision. We don’t buy and sell. Our items are also all handmade, not factory-made, or machine-made. That’s why it takes time to produce a piece. One of us lives most of the time in Jaipur, while the other in Kuwait, so we’re on the phone all the time, going through the manufacturing process. There are a lot of things that don’t make it to the store. It either came out too pricy, or it didn’t quite look like we imagined it. When we started, we had a lot of creative freedom, but slowly we understood the constraints. Anyways, by the time the product reaches Kuwait, it’s our baby! We love that each piece has a personal touch and a story behind it.

What is the main inspiration behind the concept?

Each collection has a different feel and inspiration. We go through different phases, so the inspiration also differs. Right now, we’re in a color mood! We work together on mood boards and we always take input from our team. The mood boards assist us throughout the year. We have limitless opportunities, so at times we forget or get too excited or get side-tracked, but having mood boards to refer to always bring us back on track.

What can we expect from ecru in the future?

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In addition to that we’re trying very hard to combat waste. We are proud to say that we have now gone almost completely plastic-free; the only issue would be with shipments because they are by sea. Our packaging is completely reusable, and we use our own fabrics to wrap things. Every element, even the ribbons are recyclable!

Something new coming soon, this summer, are some items that are individually hand painted, and we’re super excited. We’re also going to be having really fun one-off furniture pieces which Nur had a passion for ensuing. When she moved to her house in Jaipur, she started making them for herself; everyone started asking about them!

What is each of your favorite items?

Noor: The brass candlesticks are my favorite, especially the first ones we had, with the hand and the hearts. My favorite fabric is a print that Nur designed for me. We call it “The Moon Palm”, which is a full moon and a palm tree. The moon represents the name “Bader” which is my husband’s name. This print is representative of the time when me and Nur started our business, and at the same time a beautiful reflection of me falling in love with my husband.

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m kuz oz du jour “I wanted to be a wa lking, ta lking f a n t a s y. . . A c o n s t a n t r e m i n d e r t o the world th at it ’s my o ys ter ”

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Kuzmoz de Jour By: Xeina Al-Musallam Art director, photographer, and advocate for crueltyfree beauty… welcome to Xeina’s world. She’s a regular on our Instagram feed @passions.arabia as Kuzmoz De Jour (KDJ) and you’ll find her sharing her thoughts and inspiration here as well, every month.

But first, introductions…

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Introductions can get a little redundant, I mean we ‘all’ did ‘something’ ‘somewhere’ and had experiences here and there, that’s why we’re here now telling you, the reader, all about it. So, I’m going to make this a little less… predictive.

My name is Xeina, but my dad prefers I spell it “Zainah” because he was the one that wrote it like so on my birth certificate, bless him. I work out just so I can justify untimely snacks, Indomie noodles, and other poor food choices. My hair is 40% of my personality. I love watching anime… love LOVE! Art director, photographer, content creator, cruelty-free beauty advocate - in that order. Ex-Potterhead. Things I consider “winning in life”: LOTR & Star Wars (episodes 1, 4, 5, 6 ONLY), old Disney movie classics, and lowquality Arabic dubbed cartoons which is basically what my childhood is made of and what you’ll often hear me recite.

Although I’m born right down the middle of the hottest month of summer, I’m a winter-body through and through. The colder the weather, the hotter the coffee, the better life gets, period.

Moving on.

Fashionable? Yes. A “fashionista”? Not exactly. My fashion sense can be described as the Olsen Twins (all grown up) meets 90s grunge in a romantic renaissance painting. The first unpopular opinion piece you’ll hear out of me regarding high fashion would be “Versace died with Gianni”.

I blog and Instagram curated posts on a semi-weekly basis. I work on fantasies; creating a blend of fiction and reality where the viewer is compelled to see the alternative in everything. With me; life is a dream, and the 3rd eye is constantly evoked. My goal in life is to exude the essence of my work through my physical existence and becoming that fine line bridging the two worlds together. The reality of our world lays behind our open eyes, and so begins this monthly journey of mine.

Close your eyes…

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“Girl Effect”

Why Empowerment Matters?

‘Sout Afkari’ is a series of thought-provoking and value-oriented edutainment episodes, enjoying exclusive media support and currently airing on Al Rai TV and social media. Al Hamra Real Estate Company joined hands with the Ministry of State for Youth Affairs and Al Rai TV to launch such a distinctive and special program focusing on girl’s empowerment.

We had the utmost pleasure of discussing this modern concept with Abdullah Al Mansour, the Marketing and Public Relations Manager at Al Hamra Real Estate Company, who was delighted to be a part of a medium that challenges girls’ empowerment together with outstanding, inspiring and accomplished women in the country who have persisted to pave the way.

The subject of women’s rights and awareness is a topic of must discussion and debate in the region lately. Many advancements are being celebrated and it is important that every girl hears about it. Girls are often told to dream and believe that a lot can be achieved when you put your mind to it, however, the pressures and stigmas of society’s thoughts and expectations just happen to come in the way of those dreams. This program provides an unbiased quality platform, particularly for teenage girls to think outside the box and to know that they can achieve their goals without being afraid, in a safe and encouraging atmosphere, helping them through their adolescence.

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The launch of the new community program, titled “Sout Afkari” has gained much traction. Can you please tell us more about it?

Sout Afkari is a one-of-a-kind girls’ empowerment program that touches upon crucial modern times’ issues pertaining to the Kuwaiti teen girls, ranging from beauty, identity, love, self-worth, talent, family relationships and career. It is a new format, never before seen in Kuwait that spans in 14 TV episodes, aired exclusively on Al Rai TV and social media. It is an open platform where accomplished Kuwaiti women, female role models, social media personalities and other female celebrities provide guidance, encourage critical thinking and promote a positive teen culture.

Why ‘Sout Afkari”?

Adolescence is a critical stage in one’s life journey and transformational in many aspects, leaving teens with challenging questions who remain conflicted with questions like - who they are and their place in the world.

They also face tremendous social pressure to look, act and dress in a certain way. So, we wanted to create an edutainment experience, that is both fun and educational that resonates with young girls. Sout Afkari – ‘Find your Voice’ aims to guide them through this period, open up their minds to find their own voice, bolster their self-confidence and provide outstanding role models that they can look up to and get inspiration from.

This is a brand new concept. How were the episodes chosen?

This a program dedicated to young girls aged 10-18 years and it was crucial to us that we make it ‘really matter’ to them. We conducted focus group research to identify the issues that mattered most to them and brought together exceptional women from all walks of life that speak their language.

The setting is informal and discussions are lighthearted to make it more appealing to them, but the messages we convey are very powerful.

What can we expect from each episode?

There will be 14 episodes around seven main themes: ‘Who are you?’ that addresses questions around self and identity; ‘What is beauty?’; ‘What is love?’; ‘What is Passion and Talent?’; ‘What is the role of women in the workplace?’; ‘What is power and success?’; and ‘How is your relationship with your mother and family?’.

Role models provide their thoughts from their own perspectives, sparking conversation among youth to form their own opinions that reflect their own unique personalities. There are many other surprises and behind the scenes shots and tremendous friendships that have been formed; so the episodes are positive, engaging and a breath of fresh air.

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Who are the role models that are participating in this initiative?

We are incredibly proud to have brought together 29 exceptional women, including teenage social media influencers. Every episode will feature a number of role models that are most relevant to discuss that particular topic, sharing a wealth of experience.

They include: Dr. Khloud Al Najar, Areej Al Kharafi , Rahaf Al Enzi , Eng. Zainab Al Qurashi, Dr. Reem Dashti, Manayer Al Kandari, Sara Al Amer, Dr. Shaikha Al Jaseem, Asrar Al Ansari, Nawal Al Azaz, Dana Al Owaisi, Sondos Al Shaiji, May Al Najar, Sherefa Al Jaber, Rehab al Tawari, Reem Al Edian, Lobna Saif Abbas, Dalal Al Doub, Haya Al Omar, Razan Almarshad, Nouf Al Ali, Sherefa Al Sleti, Dana Mado, Rahaf Al Enzi , Aisha Al Abdullah, Khadija Al Haramy, Eng. Abrar Al Ebraheem, Dr. Reham Al Reshidi and Nourah Al Ajmi.

Who are your partners in this program?

Sout Afkari has been designed in partnership with Light Bug Media Production Company, an award winning media company led by Director Yaroub Bourahmah and support from the Ministry of State for Youth Affairs and Grand Cinemas, with Al Rai TV as our exclusive media partner.

Why is Al Hamra Real Estate Co. supporting this initiative?

We believe it is imperative that we, as a society, land a helping hand to future generations, encouraging their self-reflection, and generally guiding them through transitional stages of their lives, in the way that is the most appealing to them, through social media and female celebrities. This is ultimately about youth empowerment, core to our CSR Strategy themed ‘Youth Empowerment’, to ensure a stronger nation for generations to come.

Sout Afkari is also in line with Al Hamra’s recent commitment to UN Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEP), as one of the first companies in Kuwait to endorse the global pledge for gender equality and women empowerment.

How can we watch the episodes?

The 14 episodes are being broadcasted weekly every Saturday at 8:45 pm on Al Rai TV. The first episode, titled ‘You are beautiful’, kicked off on December 1st 2018; the series will span till March 2nd, 2019. The episodes will also be aired on Al Hamra Social Media Accounts and on ‘Sout Afkari’ dedicated YouTube channel. We look forward to everyone joining us in this initiative to trigger positive change in youth and build a brighter tomorrow.

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Rolls Royce Cullinan at a Glance Iconic functional design rather than ubiquitous, bland SUV design. The first ever “three-box” SUV, the rear end of the car has been specifically designed to reference those earlier Rolls-Royces in which the customer never travelled with their own luggage.

From just over the B-pillar, the roofline becomes quite fast and drops away to the even faster rear glass which resolves in an elegantly protruding boot lid that reminds one of the D-Back Rolls-Royces of the 1930’s, some of the last of the marque to still carry their owner’s luggage on a shelf outside the car.

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The “three-box” nature of Cullinan is most obvious in the Individual Seat configuration as the cabin is hermetically sealed off from the boot by a glass screen. This also benefits the passengers by preserving the climate within the cabin when the boot is open, no matter what weather. The rear view of Cullinan continues the theme of functionality, with the design reduced to a functional baseline.

There is an uncompromising sheerness of the typical Rolls-Royce long bonnet profile, with the bonnet itself seen to be set higher than the wings of the car to communicate greater toughness. Metal “spear” on lower door echoes door handle design and denotes strength and wading depth. Large glazing area reinforces the thought that this is a car to see the world from. Inside, the cabin of Cullinan combines authentic Rolls-Royce luxury with simple, symmetrical functionality to express the car’s inherent strength. the talk - page 131

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Trending on passionsarabia.com Taking a look at the latest stories to catch up on from the past month on the talk’s online home at passionsarabia.com. Follow us on Instagram @passions.arabia for your daily dose of style and inspiration, what’s trending, the Maisons and the Marques... along with stories of the passionate individuals who are making it happen.

Kuzmoz De Jour

César Habib, Rolls-Royce Regional Director

Farah Al-Gharabally – From Ktown to the Big Apple!

From February, we’re adding to our family. Art director, photographer, and advocate for cruelty-free beauty… welcome to Xeina’s world. She’s about to become a regular on our Instagram feed @passions.arabia as Kuzmoz De Jour (KDJ) and you’ll find her sharing her thoughts and inspiration in THETALK magazine every month now too.

Rolls-Royce’s newly appointed and Dubai-based Regional Director César Habib takes up the reins at the illustrious marque during a propitious era. Phantom, Ghost, Wraith and Dawn models are well established leaders in their field, and they’re now joined by Cullinan – the first four-wheel drive car in the marque’s history.

As Diplomatic Attache in Kuwait’s Permanent Delegate to the UN, Farah Al-Gharabally gracefully conducted herself in accordance with representing her country’s dignity and pursuing her future goals. Farah, on several occasions, has expressed her country’s stand and commitment over issues ranging from economic, social and humanitarian.

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Vacheron Constantin Pre-SIHH 2019 On September 11th 2018, Abbey Road Studios hosted Vacheron Constantin’s guests for the launch of the Fiftysix collection. The evening brought to a close three days of events which also saw the introduction of the maison’s new signature ‘One of not Many’. passionsarabia.com/ acheronconstantin-pre-sihh-2019

Ferrari: On the road

Tissot Lady Heart Flower Powermatic 80

The Effect of Social Media

Any day spent driving a Ferrari is a good day, so it follows that a day driving two Ferraris must be exponentially better. Our Danah Alansari did just that – a double with the California T and the GTC4Lusso.

We asked her to pick a favourite? Of course, it’s an impossible question to answer!

Heritage is at the heart of this elegant piece, which unites Tissot’s rich history with beautifully feminine detailing. In a stunning centerpiece, the window at twelve o’clock is represented by a flower symbolizing the Tissot family crest.

Social media, a platform widely used more so by a younger audience (those in the age group of 18-25) mainly for self-presentation purposes, writes Dr Juliette Dinkha. Since the mid-1990s, social media has been a popular trend among college and university students.

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Turjuman affirmed the company’s ongoing strive to offer the best promotions and campaigns that would attract customers’ attention in renting the newest, best cars. In addition, the company endeavors to offer consistent great service in order to secure customers’ trust and satisfaction at all times.

CEO of Northern Gulf, Raed Turjuman commented, “It is with great pleasure that we introduce the Kuwaiti market to Dollar Thrifty, which comes under the Hertz Corporation for car rental. It will provide a diverse fleet of cars, 24/7 service with low competitive prices. We are certain that this car rental brand will also offer customers great service that suits their needs through its convenient and enjoyable transportation offering.”

Northern Gulf Trading Company announced the introduction of Dollar Thrifty, a leading car rental company. As part of its expansion across the Middle East, the company has become part of the Kuwaiti market to offer customers the choice of confidently enjoying transportation through offering convenience.

Northern Gulf Trading Company Announced the Introduction of Dollar Thrifty International Car Renting Company to the Group

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The launch event held at ALSAYER Ballroom at Ardiya was attended by Faisal Bader Al Sayer, Chairman; Mubarak Naser Al-Sayer, CEO; Bengt Schultz, Chief Operating Officer; Mahmoud Abou Zahr, Lexus Business Director MNSS; Philip Burrluck, General Manager MNSS Lexus Vehicle Sales; Yugo Miyamoto, Chief Representative; and Naomichi Hirose, Manager from Middle East and North Africa Representative Office in Dubai; along with distinguished members from the press and media.

Mohamed Naser Al Sayer & Sons (MNSS), a subsidiary of ALSAYER Holding and Lexus have unveiled the all new UX, the Compact Crossover for a Refined Luxury Drive.

The All-New Lexus UX The Compact Crossover for a Refined Luxury Drive: A Mark of Independence

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Hom is located at Souk Al Safat.

Today, the [ hom ] dream is realized; a one stop destination for architects and designers to provide beautiful, high quality interior finishing materials that don’t strain clients’ budgets.

The event was also home to a selection of unique Persian carpets.

To commemorate the launch of their new office and new line of products, [ hom ] hosted a Pop-Up Gallery to support local art and culture in Kuwait. Curated by Huda Oftada, the event hosted over 15 local artists displaying their work.

A night of inspiration

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Kuwait’s passionate foodies and most ardent bloggers were invited for a ladies breakfast to enjoy the delights of Arabesque - the Middle Eastern cafÊ and terrace at Jumeirah Messilah Beach - that serves famous Arabian treats every day. Try it yourself, and dine in the welcoming outdoor area of the restaurant and taste the authentic flavours of Arabia in pitta bread, hummus, couscous and delicious lamb stew.

As you finish dining, try a traditional end to your meal with a Shisha pipe, available in a variety of flavours.

Foodies and bloggers savour the best at Arabesque

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From international to Lebanese cuisines, from biryani to steak and fish stations, the Jumeirah Messilah Beach Hotel’s Friday Brunch at the Garden Cafe offers the ideal venue to satisfy the most demanding diners across all ages! Ideal for families, the brunch includes a children’s corner allowing parents time to enjoy the beautiful melodies of live music. A treat indeed!

Indoor/Outdoor Friday Brunch at Jumeirah Messilah Beach

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Back for its 7th edition to delight automobile enthusiasts, the Kuwait Motor Show opened its doors from 17 to 26 January at its now familiar location – 360 Mall. The biggest auto show in town, it was opened

by Sheikh Mohamad Al-Abdullah Al-Sabah in the presence of press and dignitaries. Highlights of the show included the regional premiere of the McLaren 720S Spider, the launch of Lincoln Nautilus plus the all new Cadillac XT4. The show drew thousands of visitors who were able to view the latest models from Porsche, Lotus, Audi and many others from the world’s most famous car manufacturers.

Kuwait Motor Show

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The entire fascia has been redone with new headlamps (and available full-LED adaptive lighting), a new hood, and restyled front fenders. The rear lighting treatment and lower bumper also have been tweaked, and turbine-style wheels similar to those seen on the Navigator are newly available.

And the most substantive changes await you under the hood.

A complete make-over of the MKX gives us this impressive Nautilus, set to be a key player in the Lincoln lineup.

Lincoln Nautilus

lifestyle - horoscopes

horoscopes Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 20) This month you will be very busy planning all aspects of your life that you will hardly have time to rest. The planet Venus will enhance your loving nature and beauty making you attractive to many.

Aquarius (Jan. 21-Feb. 19) Your current social circle will have to change since you need positive people around you who will push you forward other than dragging you down. You want to try out new ventures by applying your natural talents in the things that you do.

Pisces (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Career will take up most of your time because you want to develop further than where you are. You will involve yourself in a lot of charitable and humanitarian activities this month.

Aries (Mar. 21-April 20)

Taurus (Apr. 21-May 21)

Gemini (May 22-June 21)

Based on the Aries star sign, the stars are aligned in your favor in February 2019 and they are abundantly blessing the affairs of your family. Your career opportunities will be bright this month hence leading to advancement in your professional development.

Venus will enhance your love life this month. Social contacts may be important for you, but your love life is much more important. You will accept any challenges that come with the work you do since you are not a quitter.

Gemini: This year will be the year that you try out new things and explore to find yourself even more. Marriage will be characterized by a lot of love and romance. You are looking to see if your skills can be applied in another area of work altogether.

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Cancer (June 22-July 22) Trying new things is not a problem, but you have to indulge your family in decision-making so that they can help you out. Your career development is good this month, but you are willing to try out something new.

Libra (Sept. 24-Oct. 23) The relationship between you and your spouse is harmonious hence you fulfill each other’s wishes. It is advisable that you do not make any changes at this time to enhance stability with your health.

Leo (July 23-Aug 22) There are great opportunities that are coming your way hence you should not hesitate to grab them with both your hands. The involvement of family in your life enables you to beat obstacles that at first seemed difficult

Scorpio (Oct. 24-Nov. 22) You will have to make choices that will advance your family life, career, and education among others. You need to choose those things that make you happy and comfortable.

No one should dictate your choices since you are an independent thinker

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 23) Virgo professional goals will be in the background for a while since you are currently well grounded. You will have to take the necessary measures to ensure that you rest enough and eat a balanced diet.

Sagittarius (Nov. 23-Dec. 21) You will have to be honest with your spouse on what things are troubling you so that you can sort them out together as a family. You would not want to rush into any investments just because they have presented themselves.

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