Thursday, January 29, 2015

DUNE SS15 LAUNCHED IN DUBAI

Dune London, one of the UK’s most successful footwear and accessories brands, will unveil a SS15 ladies’, men’s and accessories collection tailored specifically for the Middle East further to two UAE flagship store refurbishments during the 4th quarter of 2014.  The brand will be focusing investments on the region in 2015 after a year of key, global store launches.

The success of the brand has been felt globally: the opening of Dune London’s first flagship store on London’s iconic Oxford Street achieved record sales, prompting a second store to open by year end.  Internationally, the brand opened its first US store this autumn in Soho, New York at 518 Broadway after testing the North American market through wholesale distribution and launching a dedicated US website.  Dune London can be found in retailers such as Nordstrom and Lord & Taylor in the US and Hudson’s Bay Company in Canada.  The key openings are a testament to the growing positive reactions towards Dune London’s affordable luxury product offering and impeccable customer service intrinsic to the brand.
In 2015, the company aims to focus its efforts on the Middle East, the brand’s second largest market after the UK, with product specifically customised for the region at competitive price points to launch during the SS15 season.  This comes after 2 key store refurbishments in Dubai Mall and Abu Dhabi Mall, showcasing a design which features the brand’s signature reverse catwalk. The design has proven to increase footfall in stores by 30% and recent stores refurbished or launched in the concept have seen double digit growth.

“The Middle East has always been an important market for the brand internationally,” says Ben Jobling, Director of International and Wholesale.  “It was the first region we expanded into over a decade ago, and it is where our largest flagship store in the world outside of the UK is located, at Mall of the Emirates in Dubai.  We’ve learned a lot about the market and have taken our customer and our franchise partner Apparel Group’s feedback seriously, channelling it into our latest store offering to reflect market desires while staying true to the Dune London signature of trend-led product at an accessible price point with distinctive, high quality details.”
 The brand’s offering will answer local demand for a more casual collection across ladies’ and men’s footwear.  The company continues to see global growth in men’s sales as the men’s range now accounts for over 25% of the business in the UK.  Accessories will also be of focus, seeing 30% increase in UK sales in the past year.  A dedicated space in store will showcase the wider range of handbags, purses and small accessories, with new metallic treatments for SS15 and an introduction of premium leather styles.  Embellishment remains a strong trend across all ladies’ footwear categories in the market, with tumbled leathers and suedes a focus for the 
men’s range.

The SS15 range will include a selection of product at attractive, entry-level prices in efforts to open up the accessible yet aspirational offering to a wider audience.
Along with some of the Dubai Fashion Bloggers, media personalities and other member of the press we gathered all together to celebrate the unveiling of DUNE London Spring - Summer 2015 collection last 27th of January at the Artspace Gallery, DIFC Dubai. 
 Looking so dapper while browsing the Men's collection, i absolutely love every pieces and can't wait to style them to create more exception looks. 



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Wednesday, January 28, 2015

BUSINESS AS USUAL









What i wore: Suit & Shirt (H&M), Coat (COS), Tie (Chanman), Shoes (Zara), Socks (Ted Baker), Pocket Square (SSquare), Briefcase (KAIZER) 

Style at its finest for business as usual, this second look i created in collaboration with KAIZER is definitely a impeccable look for a Business Tycoon, CEO or a blogger like myself walking down to the side of Madinat Jumierah, Dubai. Since the weather now in the UAE is getting chill its the perfect timing to pull-off this kind of outfit. Wore my fave navy double breasted suit that every Gent should have, stunning pocket square, paired with a white crisp shirt then a gorgeous knitted tie, to look so lavishly dapper king drape camel coat will do the trick, top them all up with a dope double monk strap shoes that i have for ages, and to carry all my blogging essentials like my MacBook Air, rustic journal and other gadgets, the Wittet Croco business case from KAIZER is just perfect. Every Kaizer product is as much a beautiful piece of craftsmanship, as it is an exquisite statement of taste. Even while bearing a high functionality quotient, the Kaizer collection incorporates the latest style trends and targets an untapped niche in the premium value retail segment.



Sunday, January 25, 2015

ABU DHABI E YŌKOSO MIKADO CAFÈ

Last December, the eagerly awaited Mikado Café opens its doors in Al Khalidiya, Abu Dhabi, bringing an array of Japanese dishes infused by western and European ingredients to residents within the capital. Delectable baked goods, desserts and specialist homemade mochi ice creams are complemented by the finest assortments of traditional Japanese teas in addition to a stylish sushi bar for a unique, truly authentic experience. 
Stunned by the gorgeous wooden interior, modern outtake of a usual Japanese restaurant, impeccable lanterns that brings up ambiance a soft feature with the beautiful silver balls hanging on the ceiling, its all about chicness at its finest.  
Be amaze at the Sushi Bar, as the talented Mikado Sushi Master do their culinary skills in front of you, For those seeking a savoury option, a modern sushi bar offers a special menu. Internationally renowned, Japanese Executive Chef Fabio Nakazato delights guests with a wide variety of Sushi, Sashimi and Maki freshly prepared to order with top grade, premium ingredients. Additionally, a beautifully designed chef’s table area with a private entrance provides an exclusive setting for guests to host a private meal or intimate celebration with colleagues or loved ones.
Mikado Café offers perfect beverage pairings with the highest quality graded selection of Japanese teas to arrive in the UAE. These include Sencha; sourced from the Shizuoka and Makinohara regions of Japan and Bancha; a more astringent and less fragrant blend that is a great combination with daily sweet treats.

We started with this tender juicy tuna and salmon sashimi that taste so divine as it looks, Oishi!  
A mouthful of sushi rolls will always a fab choice and add that wasabi for a bit kick of flavour 
Oyakodon for my main course, a traditional Japanese cuisine -  rice bowl filled of chicken strips and other spices for flavorings, on top of that is raw egg that fries itself due to the heat of the bowl! how cool is that?!
Enjoying our sumptuous shrimp tempura soup

Soredewa tabete mimashou! (Let's eat in English)
Exquisitely crafted breads and pastries are baked to perfection daily by Head Pastry Chef Angelica Brioschi and Head Baker, Chef Yoshio Nishiyama. Guests can enjoy favourites as well as unusual authentic delicacies such as savoury Japanese Loaf Bread and Rice Powder Loaf Bread or indulgent sweet Green Tea Biscuit Bread and Almond Chocolate Croissants. Signature Japanese infused desserts are available such as Matcha Roll Cake; a light green-tea sponge rolled with whipping cream and red berries, Dorayaki; a traditional Japanese pancake and Yuzu Tart; a zesty, fruit delight amongst a wide variety of pancakes, waffles and even Toblerone Crepes.
A little bit of indulgence with this Mikado desserts!


Absolutely a must visit place in the UAE's capital, if you are looking for the impeccable place with a stunning interior design, Japanese cuisines with a European touch, outstanding customer service, then head down to Mikado Café located at Al Hana Tower, Khalidiya
Al Sayegh Group is creating this homegrown concept especially for the needs of UAE residents. Of the opening, Group Executive Director Mr. Mansour Al Sayegh said: “It is our vision to bring finest Japanese bakery and menu items to the capital and expand across the region. With a collaboration of esteemed chefs, authentic recipes and seasonal ingredients we are set to provide guests with an unparalleled culinary experience.”

Who will not enjoy dining if the people surrounds you is having sweet smiles sweeter that sugar
World- class customer service that will definitely meet your satisfaction at its finest!




Opening Hours 8am – 11pm, Seven days a week
Location: Al Hana Center, Al Khalidiya, Abu Dhabi 
Reservation number: 02 667 7557 
Instagram: @MikadoCafe

Saturday, January 24, 2015

WORK IT LIKE YOU MEAN IT

 A week ago i hosted a event and stylish competition in collaboration with Brooks Brothers as they celebrated the grand opening of their newest flagship store in the UAE's capital biggest shopping destination, Yas Mall. During the event which was dated last 19th of January, i was dressed from top to bottom by Brooks and i brought my laptop with me which is safe and sound with my gorgeous KAIZER Wittet Croco Biz Case that completed the whole outfit. 


 Looking so sleek, dapper and smart with impeccable bag from Kaizer that carries my MacBook Air and other blogging essentials that i always use whether i am out about in meetings and events. I've been searching for this kind of bag for a long time and finally got one suitable for my exceptional style.   
 Kaizer today has evolved as a global lifestyle brand with its premium collection of handcrafted Italian leather accessories and German writing instruments. Kaizer was founded on the fundamental premise of offering their patrons products of unsurpassed quality, handmade by craftsmen with a family history of craftsmanship, spanning across three generations. 

 Every Kaizer product is as much a beautiful piece of craftsmanship, as it is an exquisite statement of taste. Even while bearing a high functionality quotient, the Kaizer collection incorporates the latest style trends and targets an untapped niche in the premium value retail segment.




What i wore: Suit, Shirt & Tie (Brooks Brothers), Bag (KAIZER), Shoes (Zara)