The What's Hot in UAE guide to living well in Dubai and across the Emirates. Shopping, wellness, beauty, watches, streetwear, and the things that make life here worth talking about — covered without the PR fluff, written for residents who know the difference between what's actually good and what's just been heavily seeded. From fashion drops to fitness culture, this is the lifestyle section for people with taste and limited patience for filler.
Cristiano Ronaldo’s name is a byword for football greatness. We’ve all seen the highlight reels, the gravity-defying goals, and the trophy lifts. It’s easy to praise his success, to label him a “natural talent” or a “born winner.” But this superficial admiration misses the point entirely. It fails to answer the most important question: how…
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BAPE COMME des GARÇONS Osaka is the latest instalment in an ongoing, semi-secret collaboration between the two Japanese houses that has quietly recurred since 2020 – most recently with a fresh capsule in April 2026 – and it’s still causing quite the stir in fashion circles. Two Japanese powerhouses have joined forces again, creating something…
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The Swiss watchmaking giant marks a historic milestone. Audemars Piguet celebrates its 150th anniversary with new perpetual calendars and flying tourbillons, expanding its two flagship collections — the Royal Oak and Code 11.59. This landmark release underscores AP’s enduring legacy of innovation, fine finishing, and bold design. A milestone year for Audemars Piguet Founded in…
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Who are the top MENA influencers in 2026? There is no defensible single ranking that compares a footballer, beauty founder, musician, gamer and family creator on one scale. This guide therefore presents 25 notable profiles in alphabetical order, with their main market, niche, platform and the reason each may matter to a reader or brand.…
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Acqua di Parma Gelsomino A Freddo represents perfumery at its most exquisite. This remarkable eau de parfum showcases centuries-old craftsmanship through modern luxury. The fragrance emerges from the prestigious Signatures of the Sun collection. Italian artisans employ the ancient cold enfleurage technique to capture jasmine’s purest essence. This meticulous process creates something extraordinary in contemporary…
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Part of our complete guide to Fashion in the UAE. When I think of Louis Vuitton, I think of Parisian elegance fused with adventure — a brand that began with a teenager walking 400 kilometres on foot and grew into a global symbol of status and craftsmanship. The ultimate history of Louis Vuitton story is…
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✅ Updated June 2026 — Balenciaga fragrances are available at Harvey Nichols Dubai, Bloomingdale’s UAE, Sephora UAE, and the Balenciaga boutique in Mall of the Emirates. The collection’s aesthetic was set during Demna’s tenure, but Balenciaga is now under the creative direction of Pierpaolo Piccioli, who took over in July 2025 — the fragrance line…
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Rolex collectors are known for their passion and precision. From subtle variations to rare anomalies, every detail can command major value—and spark lively debate. But beyond the reference numbers and market valuations lies one of the most entertaining elements of the Rolex universe: the nicknames. While none are officially sanctioned by Rolex itself, these creative…
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Update, July 2026: Skylrk is no longer a mystery brand – it officially launched in July 2025 and has been running successful bi-monthly drops ever since, most recently marking its first anniversary with a New York pop-up. We’ve kept the original speculative reporting below as a record of the brand’s build-up, with an updated final…
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Balenciaga, one of the most talked-about names in fashion, has made a headline-grabbing move in July 2025 by appointing Pierpaolo Piccioli as Balenciaga’s new creative director. This appointment of Balenciaga’s new creative director takes place with immediate effect from 10 July, Piccioli takes over following Demna’s exit and shift to creative leadership at Gucci, marking…
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Since its inception, Rolex has stood as a towering icon in the realm of Swiss watchmaking. A symbol of unrivalled craftsmanship and timeless design, the Rolex name is synonymous with prestige, wealth, and power. Among its prestige offerings, the Rolex Gold Day-Date, famously dubbed the “President’s Watch,” reigns supreme at the top of Rolex’s luxury…
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The answer in one shot: Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson’s turtleneck photo dates to 1996. It shows the 24-year-old future wrestling star in a black turtleneck tucked into blue jeans, a silver chain, a black leather fanny pack, a fake TAG Heuer watch and—most importantly—a tissue protecting his sleeve. Johnson shared the throwback on Instagram in…
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