Dubai Fashion Week S/S2010-Day 1

Walid Atallah

Photos by Harry of Harry Cruz Photography

The name Walid Atallah is not a new name to the fashion industry...in fact, he has become a power house in the industry. This season, Mr. Atallah put on a fabulous show, featuring his exquisite gowns, and his Swaroski crystal corset tops on the wedding dresses. I loved the matching crystal purses and the head pieces. Any girl would be crazy not to want a Walid Atallah original creation made just for them!

MIMI Fashion Designs by Mariam Al-Mazro

Photos by Harry of Harry Cruz Photography

Who ever says that a woman can't be modest and look beautiful at the same time will eat their words after seeing these elegant garments made by MIMI Fashion Designs! The owner, Mariam Al-Mazro, and her design team have really captured something new and exciting with the patchwork prints and the mix of unexpected fabric combinations. This collection is for the woman who has everything. Lovely work!

Bravo Barbara Bela

The dynamic trio, Barbara Bela (two sisters and their mother), came all the way from Brazil to show us all what 35 years of fashion design experience looks like. These classic and edgy designs where wonderfully executed with vibrant colors, rich fabrics and hand embroidery.

I loved the way the gowns and dresses flowed, as the models graced the runway. Brazil is a beautiful country, with beautiful people...and now we all know that they are creators of beautiful clothing. What a way to start DFW!

ORA by Rimalya

Photos by Harry of Harry Cruz Photography

ORA, by Rimalya, was a mix of classic, modern and modest style made for any woman. The prints are very Monaco meets the Pacific Island, and the fabrics are soft and vibrant. I can see myself walking down the beautiful streets of Cannes in one of ORA's colorful airy kaftans. I also love the fact that Ora made cocktail/short dresses for young women like myself.

Can't wait to see what Rimalya does next season!

Aartivijay Gupta

Aartivijay Gupta is a young designer who makes clothing that is both flirty and fun! The use of Eco-friendly fabrics in her clothing, like linen and terry voile, is a testament to her conscious design style. Bright and earthy tones of color where adorned with flowers and origami like embellishments. If you are a creative and fun loving woman, then these lovely dresses are for you!

Dubai Fashion Week S/S 2010: Interview with Emerging Talent "Studio Kalid"

Me with designer extrodinaire, Kalid Alhajri

Dubai Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010 session started yesterday on the 25th of October, 2009. Before the show began, I had the privilege to spend some time with the designers and interview them. All of these interviews and photos will be posted daily, so don’t forget to logon to Dubai’s It Girl and tune in!

Emerging talent designer, Kalid Alhajri, of Studio Kalid, was one of the first designers I interviewed during the fittings. He is a talented designer from Saudi Arabia, and is now based in Bahrain. During the interview, Kalid talks about his clothing lines, his inspiration, and his design philosophy. It was a special pleasure to interview him, and I hope you will enjoy it too! Oh...and sorry for all the background noise .;-)

Going Pink for a Cause

Above: Me, on the Runway, Modeling a Pink Vintage Dress

from The Cabinet Room in Dubai (October 2009)

Above: Just Cavalli S/S 2010

Above: Dress by Armani S/S 2010

Above: Dress by Zack Posen S/S 2010

Pink Sunglasses by Etienne Aigner

Pink Pumps by Alexander Mcqueen

Pink Face Watch by Movado

Tote by Michael Kors

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month around the world. Not too long ago, I lost my grandmother to this deadly disease, and I am asking everyone to support the cause for a cure. Some of us can start by giving what ever they can to a charitable organization for those effected by breast cancer, or donating hair to chemo patients, or buying products/service where a percentage of the proceeds goes to medical research, or by actively taking part in a local event to raise awareness about this disease, such as Dubai’s Annual Burjuman Breast Cancer Walk-a-thon (October 30th, 2009 at 8am).

I’m sure there are so many other ways to give support, or be supportive in the fight to cure breast cancer, but one more way is by simply wearing a pink ribbon or something fashionably pink during the month…and who says designer items can’t be part of it?

Above are my picks of “pink” fashion and accessories that could be worn for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. I hope you like them…and I love to read your comments, so don’t forget to write one!

The Fashion Lounge's Exciting Announcement!

"Fashion Lounge is so excited to announce our Fashion Week Party on Wednesday 21st October! Come and visit us from 7pm to see great designers, fabulous artists and a stunning runway show plus free mocktails and canapés."

(http://www.facebook.com/pages/Dubai/Fashion-Lounge/143441041818?ref=ts)

This Fashion Week Party sounds super exciting and fashionably fun! From what I've heard they have some pretty awesome designers lined up for the runway show, so I wouldn't miss it if I were you! The interior is swank and chic and anyone who "is" anyone will be there dressed to impress! The Fashion Lounge is located at the Jumierah Beach Residence, Amwaj 4, Ground Floor, Marina Road Side in Dubai. I can't wait! Hope to see you all there!

Alexander McQueen's Spring 2010 Footwear

Just when we thought Nina Ricci made the most unusual platform boot in the world (not to mention the tallest), Alexander McQueen comes along and hits us with these incredibly artistic, and might I add, original hoof-like boot and sea creature platforms. No matter if we love them or hate them, one would have to admit that nothing has ever been seen walking down the runway like this! Alexander McQueen is a dreamer, a visionary and an incredible designer. I can’t wait to see what he comes up with next season.

Comments anyone?

Me & My Michael Kors Sandals

Straight from the New York Spring/Summer 2009 runway show, I bought these wedge platform sandals, by Michael Kors, this past summer from Saks Fifth Avenue (on 5th Avenue) in NYC. They may be a bit chunky, but I absolutely love them! I have worn them with so many different outfits, and believe me they go with practically everything! My leather vest is from Zara, t-shirt is from a small shop in Times Square and my gray jeans are from Pull and Bear

Emirtes Woman Exclusive Issue W/ Dolce & Gabbana

WOW! Dolce & Gabbana think that the women of Dubai are stylish and sophisticated! We knew it all along, didn’t we girls…but having Dolce & Gabbana team up the Emirates Woman for this special issue, is just FABULOUS!

Inside this October issue of Emirates Woman, Dolce & Gabbana gives us an exclusive look into their lives as designers, displaying unique photos of behind the scenes runway shows, party pictures with their celebrity friends, a first look at their latest A/W collection and much much more!

I know you will really enjoy this unique opportunity to see and read about these exceptional and creative designers in this month’s Emirates Woman Issue. Thank you EW and Dolce & Gabbana!

Dubai's It Girl Makes it On the Pages of Harper's Bazaar!

It's finally here!!! I was featured as one of "Dubai's It Girls" in this months issue of Harper's Bazaar Arabia October 2009, which is in stores NOW! I was also interviewed by the editor, and you can read all about it, along with the other interviews of all "It Girls" featured in the issue. There's much more to see, so make sure you pick up a copy of your own! I would love to know what you all think!

If you already have a copy, you probably noticed that I look a bit short (I'm actually 175cm). I was one of the tallest in the bunch, and I'm also the only one NOT wearing 6 inch heels! It was probably a good thing too because if I had worn heels, I would be towering over all the other girls, LOL...So yeah...sorry about that guys! However, the thigh high boots from Top Shop, that I have on, were still ultra chic...don't you think? I Hope you will enjoy this months issue as much as I did!

A BIG thanks goes out to the Editors Kate and Sally and the photographer extraordinaire, Khatuna, for making me look extra fabulous! You and your staff were all so professional and did a spectacular job! And to all the other "It Girls"...it was a pleasure and an honor working with you all. Stay Fabulous!

Rick Owens King of Minimalism

Photos by Marcia Madeira

Last season I blogged about Rick Owens with admiration of his minimalistic designs. This Spring/Summer 2010 seasons collection, I must say is just as good or better then the last. Owens keeps his choices of color simple-black, white, beige and gray, but I love the way the garments fit the body. The line of clothing looks sexy, as well as comfortable...and the wedge lace-up sandals are off the chain! I think all women can wear his clothing and look modern and chic! Rick Owen definitely wears the crown for the fab King of chic minimalism. Hail to the KING!

Balenciaga S/S 2010 Goes Urban!

Photos by Marcio Madeira

The Spring/Summer 2010 collection, by Balenciaga, brings urban street wear to a new level!. This designer’s urban ready-to-wear line is all about leather, color, great tailoring and a hint of ethnic flair found in some of the design elements…and I absolutely love the Biker Boot Sandals. Cool and bold, with an inner softness, is what a woman wearing these clothes is all about, and I am all about being just that…so lookout for “yours truly” sporting these killer threads, as soon as they reach Dubai. Let the hoody rock!

Dubai Fashion Week SS2010

Dubai's Fashion Week Spring/Summer 2010 is coming soon. I, the one and only Dubai's it Girl and my photographer extrodinaire "amOuna", will be there to cover and report about all the fabulosity that will be going on. I am exited...I hope you are too!

www.dfw.ae

Dubai's Ladies Club

Calling all fashionistas...The Fair is Here! If you want to schmooze with the fashionable ones, buy designer clothing at a deal and eat good food all at the same time...then you better attend the Dubai Ladies Club event called "The Fair." It's all happening October 14-16Th and YOU are invited! It's going to be the 3 F's- Fab, Fun, and Fashionable!!! Hope to see you there!

http://www.thefairdubai.com/

The Future of Shoes: Marloes Stenbhomer

If you ever were wondering what the future of the traditional shoe was going to look like...look no further because it's here NOW!

Marloes Stenbhomer is the engineer behind the most fascinating fashionable shoes made today. He uses materials like leather, stainless steel, carbon fibers, fiberglass, and rubber. These couture creations are sure to make a stir in the fashion world. If any shoe would fit Dubai's innovative spirit of the fashion first, it would be these "out of the box" shoes by Marloes Stenbhomer.

The online boutique can be found on the web at http://marloestenbhomer.squarespace.com/online-boutique/

JustCavalli SS2010 Pure Genius!!

Photos by Marcio Madeira

The JustCavalli 2010 Spring/Summer runway show, which was held on September 27 2009, was absolutely phenomenal and perfectly executed to meet the desires of those who love the art of design! When a designer can take past designs from the 1920’s through to the present, and then mix them and make it modern, cool and fun...it is pure genius!

This is exactly what the JustCavalli SS2010 line has done!

All in all, this was my favorite collection of the season in Milan! I was completely blown away. I loved the very feminine dresses and tops made of sheer and light fabrics. A more edgy touch was used in creating the tattered jeans, corset tops and t-shirts.

The collection is exciting, soft, romantic, sexy and edgy enough for anyone of all taste. Thank you so much JustCavalli for bring us all something fresh and new! I love you!!!

Sweets Anyone?

Ok, ok…I know we “The Fashionable Ones” are trying to keep our gorgeous bodies looking fabulously fit and trim, but every now and again we have a need to satisfy our beautiful white sweet tooth! So, where do the stylish people of Dubai go??? Well…now we will all be seen indulging in our favorite sweets at Candylicious, the largest candy store in the world, located at Dubai Mall, on the ground floor, unit 171. How did they know? Hopefully, I’ll see you all there soon!