ANNADA Gallery was honoured to welcome His Excellency Shaikh Rashid bin Khalifa Al Khalifa, Chairman of the National Council for Arts and a distinguished Bahraini artist, accompanied by members of the National Council for Arts. The visit celebrated a longstanding artistic connection dating back to ANNADA’s early beginnings, when a selection of his artworks were...
Dubai-based global lifestyle brand ARMAF turned the launch of its latest fragrance into a theatrical spectacle at Beautyworld Middle East 2026, unveiling Club de Nuit Intenso Fuego through a live performance inspired by the rhythm, movement and intensity of flamenco. Rather than a conventional fragrance reveal, the launch brought together dance, music, fire and immersive...
Hind Sebti, co-founder of Glaze, introduces the brand’s approach to effortless colour, care and shine. HIND SEBTI What was the original unmet need that led to the creation of Glaze Hair? Glaze began with a professional observation and a consumer frustration. In our previous corporate roles at major beauty companies, my co-founder Michel and I...
Let’s explore a style trend that’s secured a firm spot in the current season’s fashion repertoire – cropped tailoring. It’s an approach that allows you to play with proportions for a fun look, and if you’re mindful of keeping the overall silhouette structured and cinched, you’re nailing it just right. Take the blah out of...
The online arena is abuzz with health hacks, touting new-fangled ways to improve our well-being. But do we really need to pay heed or are the fundamentals of maintaining sound health enough? VITAL GARIEV AT UNSPLASH With the constant outpouring of wellness information that floods our feeds these days, it’s natural for even the health...
Kesh Malek – Checkmate – the current collection from Khaled & Marwan Haute Couture celebrates the feminine balance of softness and strength. Comprising 43 stunning couture looks, including one bridal gown, the collection draws inspiration from the queen as a symbol of elegance, intuition and quiet strength. Conceived as a journey of self-discovery, Kesh Malek...
The days of holidays spent lounging on the beach are long gone. These days, we want more and wellness has migrated from the gym to the travel itinerary. RAM KUMAR UNSPLASH With more and more of us making wellness a top priority, 84% according to Phocuswright, it’s no surprise that this is mirrored in how...
It’s raining collabs this autumn-winter season, and OHLALA brings you the most fascinating ones this month. Designer ensembles adorn high street mannequins. One functional footwear staple bears boho vibes, while another pins floral blooms to its face. Contrasting design aesthetics that intersect at a fashion-forward sweet spot – yes, we’re up for it. H&M is...
With the reinvention of The Longevity Concentrate, a serum in its Orchidée Impériale skincare line, Guerlain pushes its anti-ageing expertise to greater lengths. Driven by an unwavering quest for powerful and singular ingredients, Guerlain was among the first to take an interest in the fascinating orchid. True storehouses of vital energy, these flowers embody the...
Amouage reintroduces two breathtaking fragrances, Decision 42 and Overture 41, to its acclaimed Exceptional Extraits collection. Amouage’s Exceptional Extraits collection comprises some of the most precious creations offered by the Omani high perfumery house. Now, two revamped perfumes join the collection – Decision 42 and Overture 41 – both of which raise the drama underpinning...