DUNES MAGAZINE | ISSUE 01

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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW WHEN BUYING A DIAMOND RING

INTERVIEW

WITH PATRICK PRUNIAUX CEO OF ULYSSE NARDIN

SUNGLASSES

TRENDS 2019

5 TIPS FOR SPRING APPAREL

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Luca Valentini / Keeping pop art alive Mona Lisa Smile from Jardin De Pafrums Bang & Olufsen E8 2.0

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Wedding Photos Like a Pro

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Patrick Pruniaux CEO of Ulysse Nardin

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We are glad and excited to release the first issue of Dunes, the luxury lifestyle supplement of Maqina Middle East. Aimed at fashion and luxury lifestyle lovers, Dunes will be your guide to trends and news in the world ot fashion, watches & jewellery, health & fitness, beauty, travel & hospitality and many more to enrich your unique lifestyle.

We had the chance to have an interview with Mr.Patrick Pruniaux, the CEO of Ulysse Nardin and we talked about the new masterpiece and the new shop opening.

Our editorial team brings to you articles about nail & skin care, cosmetic surgery, tips for spring apparel, the trendy sunglasses for this year and expert valuable advice on buying a diamond ring and what you should really know before you do.

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Jardin De Parfums

The Mona Lisa Smile

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he international perfume house – Jardin De Parfums (‘Garden of Perfumes’) launches in the Middle East with plans to expand worldwide. Jardin De Parfums offers a disruptive

retail experience and the opportunity to explore the world of luxury fragrance in a totally unique way…

Jardin De Parfums – the ‘Garden of Perfumes’ – offers a unique new way to explore the art of perfume. A multi-brand concept, Jardin De Parfums currently houses three brands: The White Essentials, Papaverum and Unique. Within these three brands, there are 15 beautiful and tempting rare creations to which a new addition is waiting to be discovered beyond Jardin De Parfums’ secret gate.

Mona Lisa Smile Like the mystical gaze of an intense presence, the Mona Lisa Smile is something that myths are made of. Lyrical and sweet, but with a mysterious undertone, the moment one experiences its magic, they cannot let it go. The instinct of our sixth sense, the way we fall in love at first sight ... the moment of awakening and the unspoken charm of something that we cannot understand.

With oral head notes of intoxicating Jasmine, heart notes of bright Saffron and Amberwood and deep base notes of Fir Resin and Cedar, this Oriental fragrance is sensual, mysterious and unexpectedly unique.

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Each Jardin De Parfums fragrance is uniquely

Making Jardin de Parfums a garden you will

dreamt up and formulated in Italy with some of

never want to leave.

the world’s most passionate and knowledgeable

Jardin De Parfums is also proud to educate the

experts. The bottles are lovingly created in France

curious about the art of perfume during the retail

using a marriage of centuries-old craftsmanship

experience. An expert will guide visitors through

with new-age technologies.

the collections, explaining the process of layering

A far cry from your standard perfume and

and therefore allowing each person to create an

ordinary fragrance shopping experience – Jardin

utterly bespoke fragrance – just for them.

De Parfums is turning perfume retail on its head...

Welcome to Jardin De Parfums – a garden for all.

The luxury scent makers disrupt the retail

The dreamers, the doers, those who seek beauty…

experience by presenting its collections in a

Jardin De Parfums is currently available at Pari

creative and unique way for the digital and

Gallery – Hayatt Plaza, Royal Plaza,

curious generation. The Jardin de Parfums’ pop-

Lagoona Mall, Ezdan Mall Al Gharaffa, Ezdan

ups and stores transport the visitor to a park in

Mall Al Wakra and Mall of Qatar.

France or Italy, to a romantic adventure – to a

There are exciting international expansion plans

beautiful garden filled with exquisite flowers.

in the works.

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SALAM STORES LAUNCHES ROSE DE CAROLINE BY

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Launch Party to celebrate the new fragrance Rose De Caroline by Chopard was held at Salam Stores in The Gate Mall Qatar.

“Rose de Caroline is an exceptional luxury

fragrance that is both unique and precious”, says Paola Cominelli, International Trade Marketing Director of Chopard Parfums.

Ms Cominelli further adds that “Rose de Caroline captures all the intensity of an extraordinary rose: a rare Bulgarian Rose Essential Oil, more precious than gold, enhanced by the most pristine and premium raw materials originating from sustainable sources”. Master Perfumer Alberto Morillas celebrates these most precious roses as a unique creation for Caroline Scheufele, Artistic Director & Co-President of Chopard, and Chopard’s inspiring muse. “A perfume evoking all authenticity of a bunch of roses of her garden that reflects her passionate character, her captivating personality and positive soul”, describes Mr Morillas when asked on his inspiration behind this perfume.

Salam Stores recreates this garden of roses at the rose-themed party, with distinguished VIPs and notable local personalities in Qatar’s beauty industry in attendance.

The guests were

enthralled with a walk in the garden of roses to discover Rose de Caroline. The guests agreed in unison that Rose de Caroline is a fragrance with an intense trail that reveals all the sensitivity and joie de vivre of a woman of character. She is a woman attentive to her femininity, in search of excellence and of positive luxury, “This Eau de Parfum comes in one size only – 100 ml – and only a limited number of pieces per year are available exclusively in selected perfume houses and Chopard boutiques across the world. We are pleased that this fragrance is now exclusively available in Qatar at Salam Stores”, endss Bettina Al Qubaj, Salam’s Regional Retail Manager for Beauty.

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L’INTERDIT. GOING BEYOND, A PIVOTAL MOMENT WHEN LIFE BECOMES THRILLING

G HUBERT DE GIVENCHY GAVE EXPRESSION TO A SPIRIT OF ABSOLUTE REFINEMENT. YET HE PAIRED IT WITH SOMETHING SO STRONG AND SIMPLE IT BECAME STRIKING.

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excitement. With elegance came

to design her wardrobe? In any event her choice was

irreverence. The sobriety of his

auspicious, as theirs was a lifelong friendship and

signature black and white was

professional collaboration which gave rise to many

balanced out by the daring of his designs. He was an

creations. It was a rare relationship that shaped the

aristocrat with a flair for the avant-garde. With his

Givenchy House and set the direction from which the

unconventional “Separates” and “casual chic” he breathed

future came. One of their most significant collaborations,

a new audacious life into the heart of fashion.

between designer and more-thanmuse, was a fragrance,

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freedom, at a time when fashion Houses designed

Givenchy asked if he could commercialise it, legend has it,

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Bang & Olufsen

introduces the new BeoSound Edge & Bronze collection

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ifty One East, Qatar’s favorite department store, and Bang & Olufsen have launched a new powerful wireless speaker for the home that reimagines how we live with sound. The Beosound Edge, a unique speaker and a minimalist design object, delivering a powerfully dynamic sound performance for the home. Designed for intuitive touch and motion this speaker is an unbroken circle of audio clarity, precision and beauty. Combining premium audio quality with the iconic design of Bang & Olufsen, Beosound Edge made its debut alongside the announcement of the limited-edition bronze collection of the company’s most popular multiroom speakers, at Flik Cinema, Lagoona Mall, at an event attended by prestigious guests and esteemed members of the media.

The new products are available at the Bang & Olufsen store in Lagoona Mall on the first floor.

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Beosound Edge is an opulent speaker for the style conscious music lovers. Compact and powerful wireless speaker with a timeless design, the cutting edge acoustic innovation and magical interaction combine to create a listening experience that inspires the imagination. At its core, the refined polished aluminium exterior hides an acoustic masterpiece – the world’s first Active Bass Port. This revolutionary technology allows Beosound Edge to deliver an outstandingly potent bass when played loud and still play with finesse and delicacy at lower volumes.

Interaction with Beosound Edge is a truly unique experience with a push either way from Beosound Edge’s centre of gravity controlling the volume. And looking completely unlike your average home speaker, the aluminium circle design has the appearance of a contemporary art piece.

Beosound Edge comes with 360-degree room filling sound from both sides of the speaker, and the new Directional Sound Control allows the user to define the direction from which the sound radiates, creating two acoustic fronts.

This ensures that a room can be divided into an active listening area and a more passive listening area.

Controlling the directional sound is controlled through the Bang & Olufsen app. Equipped with all major industry standard technologies to provide the best streaming experience, and to let you enjoy the streaming service of your choice. It comes with AirPlay 2, Chromecast and Bluetooth. Created in collaboration with globally acclaimed designer Michael Anastassiades, Beosound Edge is yet another thoughtful design from the Danish luxury audio brand that transforms the everyday mundane into musical mastery and adds aesthetic value to the home.

At the same event, the Bronze Collection also took the spotlight by tastefully adding alluring dark, naturally warm hues, character and an even more vivid sound to the modern home. The new collection brings together the iconic and powerful Beoplay A9, the Beoplay M5, Beosound 1 and Beosound 2 with 360-degree sound as

well as the all-new Beosound Edge speaker, designed

by Michael Anastassiades for Bang & Olufsen. The overall unique monochromatic look of the collection compliments the sculptural presence of the speakers and gilds the senses of the viewer, merging aesthetics, playfulness, and proficient acoustics. All the speakers within the Bronze Collection are wireless multiroom speakers, allowing you to connect the speakers to a home sound system and have Bang & Olufsen Signature Sound flow seamlessly throughout your home. Since the 1950’s, Bang & Olufsen has been pioneering in their use of aluminium, making the material almost synonymous with the brand.

Remarkable craftsmanship and attention to detail are required to achieve the perfect circular frame and to polish the exterior to a flawless finish. To add an element of magic, Bang & Olufsen built the physical touch interface into the aluminium frame by lasering microscopic holes which are invisible to the eye but allow light to shine through.

A new limited edition bronze collection of the multiroom speakers

BEOPL AY A 9

BEOSOUND 1 & BEOSOUND 2

BEOPL AY M5

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Bang & Olufsen Announces New Beoplay E8 2.0 with Wireless Charging Case It comes with improvements to the design of the original product as well as features requested by the Bang & Olufsen community

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ntroducing the Bang & Olufsen Wireless Charging Pad.For charging in style, Bang & Olufsen is also announcing a new wireless charging pad for use with Beoplay E8 2.0.

The charging pad is crafted from luxurious materials, including brushed aluminum and cowhide leather, designed to last and to age beautifully. As the perfect companion for your Beoplay E8 2.0 as well as your smartphone, the wireless charging pad supports regular charging (5W) and fast charging (10W).

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Existing Beoplay E8 owners can also get wireless charging As the original Beoplay E8 earphones fit perfectly into the new wireless charging case, Bang & Olufsen will make it possible for existing owners of Beoplay E8 to enjoy the benefits of wireless charging. The charging case will be sold separately, and you will also be able to buy separate left and right earphones.

Bang & Olufsen Signature Sound Just like the original Beoplay E8, the new earphones come tuned by Bang & Olufsen’s acclaimed sound engineers for a rich, full-bodied and precise soundstage that will leave your ears wanting more. Each earpiece has a 5.7mm dynamic speaker, a small electromagnetic transducer, NFMI technology (Near Field Magnetic Induction) and a Bluetooth 4.2 chip with Digital Sound Processing that allows for dynamic sound tuning and sound without interruption.

Users will also be able to tune the sound themselves in the Bang & Olufsen app for Android and iPhone.

THE PR EMIUM LE ATHER CH A RGING C A SE HAS BEEN REDESIGNED

THE WIRELESS CHARGING CASES COMES WITH USB-C FOR CHARGING THE EARPHONES WITH A CABLE

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Fifty One East and Bose Release New Smart Speaker and Soundbars in Qatar Announcement signals the start of the next chapter in the company’s legendary home audio history

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ifty One East, Qatar’s favorite department store, and Bose, the international audio brand, announced the availability of Bose’s latest additions, the wireless smart speaker and two new smart soundbars with Alexa, Airplay 2 in Qatar. The very impressive Bose Soundbar 700 and Soundbar 500 for music and home theater are now available exclusively at Bose store in Lagoona Mall and Fnac store in Lagoona Mall and Doha Festival City.

Bose begins the next chapter in its legendary home audio history with a new wireless smart speaker and new smart soundbars. Each new addition crushes the limitations of spaciousness from a single enclosure, combining sizedefying performance with superior voice pickup and the power of Amazon Alexa, with other voice assistants set to follow, and AirPlay 2 for simple streaming from Apple devices added in early 2019.

Engineered from the ground up, the world’s best performing smart speaker and soundbars use the proprietary mic technology found in Bose headsets and headphones to hear commands better over louder listening levels. With Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Alexa builtin, they deliver instant, easy access to millions of songs and tens of thousands of skills for information, entertainment, smart home control, and more.

They work brilliantly alone or combined as a multi-room system.

The latest state-of-the-art powerful Bose Home Speaker and Soundbars use advanced Bose mic technology developed over years of research for Bose commercial headsets, consumer headphones, and other applications — past and future. Each features a custom-designed eightmicrophone array precisely positioned for accurate nearfield and far-field voice pickup.

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The Bose Home Speaker 500 has the widest soundstage of any smart speaker available today, and is wrapped in seamless anodized aluminum is a mere 20.3cm high x 16.9cm wide x 10.9cmdeep. It uses two custom drivers pointed in opposite directions — so sound reflects off surrounding walls, separating instruments to the far left and right, and placing vocals where the artist did. The result is powerful and lifelike — without artificial effects or distortion. And when touch control is preferred, or the phone is out of reach, there are buttons for basic functionality located right on top.

The Bose Soundbar 700 was engineered to outperform every other product in its category, matching its stunning performance with an equally stunning design. At just over 5.7cm high by 10.8cm deep and 98cm long, it has curved, clean lines, a wraparound metal grille, and an elegant tempered glass top, and inside, it’s packed with proprietary technology. Bose PhaseGuides have to be heard to be believed, sending multiple channels of a soundtrack or song throughout a space, placing discrete sound in places where there are no speakers. Bose DSP, custom low-profile transducers, and QuietPort technology deliver exceptional detail and depth for your favourite tracks, crystal clear dialogue for Netflix, and dramatic realism for sports. To manage the TV or other connected equipment, the Bose Soundbar 700 also comes with an intelligent universal remote.

Both new soundbars use exclusive ADAPTiQ technology, pioneered by Bose and refined over several years to acoustically adjust to their surroundings, and HDMI Audio Return Channel (ARC) for compatibility with future technology. They can also be wall-mounted or expanded with a wireless bass module and rear speakers for a full 5.1 experience.

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Huawei brings the exclusive PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate 20 RS to Qatar It packs extraordinary features including customized UI, a wide-angle thinking lens, SuperCharge battery and more exciting features

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uawei Consumer Business Group (CBG) unveiled the exclusive PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate 20 RS to users in Qatar during a launch event that was held at Black Orchid at the Mondrian Hotel in

Doha. The launch took place with the presence of dignitaries and phone lovers from across the country.

The Porsche Design is the latest mobile luxury device that caters to a very niche category of daring individuals -they are interested in mind challenging devices, yet practical and modern ones. As the fourth handset to join the exclusive line-up, PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate 20 RS continues the tradition set by its predecessors, blending state-of the-art technology with uncompromising design.

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We have no doubt that customers will embody the luxury of Porsche Design through this latest device - Salman Jassem Al Darwish

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“Huawei takes pride in being a pioneer in devices made

Mr. Salman Jassem Al Darwish, Chairman and CEO of

for people who want to use technology to keep up with

Porsche Centre Doha, commented on the collaboration

the speed of life. Huawei has beaten all odds and sets

saying, “The luxurious Porsche Design Huawei Mate 20

an industry benchmark for style and colour of new

RS captures the best of both worlds. It has the extravagant

revolutionary devices. Especially for our Qatar-based

design of the Porsche Design brand as well as the high-

customers who are on the lookout for not only the latest

tech, innovative attributes that Huawei is infamous for.

technology, but also the most exclusive where the new

Porsche Design is very proud and excited about this

Artificial Intelligence Strategy will focus on: evolving

partnership that has allowed us to present an exclusive –

smart devices into intelligent devices by building end-to-

yet innovative - high-end product for our elite customers.

end capabilities that support coordinated development of

We have no doubt that customers will embody the luxury

chipsets, devices and the cloud.” said by Ian Li, General

of Porsche Design through this latest device.”

Manager of Huawei Consumer Business Group, Middle

If you’re looking to enjoy your love for cars and

East Multi Countries. The Porsche Design is perfect for

technology – the PORSCHE DESIGN HUAWEI Mate

Qatar where indulging in luxury goods is enjoyed among

20 RS incorporates the iconic automotive design

residents and expats alike.

element into the back of the device with the Rennsport

Qatar is one of the richest countries in the world and

“RS” designation. It doesn’t stop there; the racing

residents of Qatar spend more on luxury goods and

stripe motifs are put together with all-natural leather

experiences than the rest of the region. In a survey

and glass which adds a personal touch to the design.

commission by American Express Middle East in 2016 –

Together with perfectly rounded edges, the soft natural

it was noted than more than $4,000 a month is spent on

leather ensures a firm, ergonomic grip and premium

luxury – approximately 12% of average household income.

touch that evokes the feeling of complete control.

- Performance: Kirin 980 – World’s 1st dual NPU Soc 7nm Process - Battery revolution: large battery + supercharge 2.0 and wireless charging - AI Biometric Security - Thinking Lens: see more and capture more in wider frames - EMUI 9.0: customized UI for precision

During the launch event, Huawei delivered an informative presentation about the brand’s performance in the region and how Huawei has grown to become the 2nd largest smartphone brand regionally and globally. Ian Li, the general manager of Huawei Consumer Business Group, Middle East Multi Countries, unboxed and unveiled the new Porsche Design Huawei Mate 20 RS on stage.

The Porsche Design Huawei Mate 20 RS is available now in Qatar for 7099 QAR .

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ravel back in time with Nespresso and embark on a journey to the historical roots and the lively ambience of the very first coffee houses. Nespresso has launched two new Limited Edition coffees, Café Istanbul and Caffè Venezia that are

inspired by the world’s very first coffee houses and aim to bring the vibrant and bustling atmosphere directly to your homes.

Istanbul has always been the entry point from Asia to Europe.

A melting pot of colliding cultures, flavours, tastes and ideas. With no printing press, Istanbul’s coffee house was seen as the mouthpiece of the city, where wild, and rich theories were challenged, with coffee as the natural elixir. Venice has always been the creative gateway to Europe.

Home for the arts, music and experimentation, which often made the coffee houses, the tastemakers. This fusion of cultures and expressions made the coffee houses wild, complex and elegance places.

Follow the footsteps of the past and enter the birthplace of the coffee houses in Istanbul with Café Istanbul. With its intense, black and oriental notes, Café Istanbul will inspire any black coffee lover taking them directly into the heart of the wild and bustling atmosphere of that time. Caffè Venezia, with its elegant and delicate profile, is the perfect muse and inspiration in a cup. Journey to Venice and enjoy a short get away to the home for arts and music.

To fully immerse yourself in a lively blend of history, the artist Young Rascal juxtaposed contemporary, stylish Nespresso drinkers with evocative illustrations of the first coffee houses and merged today’s drinkers in yesterday’s world.

Young Rascal explained: “I was really inspired by the idea of taking a typical coffee lover from today, complete with headphones, and placing them into a scene from the past. Being a lover of history this appealed to me immensely. The coffee houses of Venice and Istanbul were the hubs of society and a real melting pot. Placing our modern day coffee drinkers with the citizens of that time, made me think - would they fit in?

Of course they would! Their clothing would differ, but the age-old art of conversation and laughter would remain. Something I hope I’ve managed to convey in these pictures.”

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I play around with my paintings, aiming to reflect a message in a different and unconventional way

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any avant-garde art movements compose the canon of contemporary art.

As the successor of modern art, the contemporary genre includes art produced today and dates back to a single, iconic movement: Pop Art. While Pop Art began in the 1950s and was popularized in the 1960s, several iconic artists today, including Luca Valentini, continue to keep it alive through their exciting and highly regarded works.Pop Art as we know it emerged among the New York artists Andy Warhol, Roy Lichtenstein, James Rosenquist, and Claes Oldenburg, among others, who were characterized by their portrayal of any and all aspects of popular culture that had a powerful impact on contemporary life; their iconography, taken from television, comic

books, movie magazines, and all forms of advertising, was presented emphatically and objectively, and by means of the precise commercial techniques used by the media from which the iconography itself was borrowed. Following the popularity of the Abstract Expressionists - the post–World War II art movement in American painting - Pop Art’s reintroduction of identifiable imagery (drawn from mass media and popular culture) was a major shift for the direction of modernism. The subject matter drifted far from fine art’s traditional themes of morality, mythology, and history; rather, Pop Artists celebrated commonplace objects and people of everyday life, in this way seeking to elevate popular culture to the level of fine art.

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I must always indulge in inspiration without fear or reverence Perhaps owing to the incorporation of commercial and media images, Pop Art has become one of the most recognizable styles of modern art.

The well known Italian pop artist Luca Valentini, who’s myriad worlds depicted through his work have unprecedented pulling power, enticing consumers and critics alike, continues to keep Pop Art alive today. Valentini unravels his own past, aesthetic obsessions and fabulist fantasies through his new artistic work of symbols and metaphors. Below, Luca Valentini shares some of his ideas on the key characteristics of pop art that make it so admirable and controversial in today’s contemporary society.

What is the difference between pop art and fine art?

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Pop art fulfils the primary needs of people and provides instant gratification, whereas fine art is more introspective and has different levels of interpretation.

Who is the pop artist of 2019 versus the pop artist of the 1960s?

Lastly, tell us about your favourite, iconic pop art from the 1960s?

Today we are more sensitive to the mythology of society, and it has become a challenge to find our true essence and sense of purpose. I’m inspired by everything that I admire or catches my attention.

Whether it’s fashion, music, movies or stage shows, I create a story or a meaning for every piece of art that I create. People generally glorify models, actors, and musicians, but to me, we are actually all the same. Composed of flesh, bones, and muscles, which is why I believe there is no need to glorify such celebrity figures.

My favourite piece of pop art is, the ‘Big Electric Chair’ by Andy Warhol (created in 1967), the piece reflects on death as a social event. Andy elevates the aesthetics of the artwork to represent an economic phenomenon, which literally feels like a ‘punch in the stomach’.

What is your take on the future of pop art?

Pop art has to disconnect from the graphic design composition because a lot of the new artworks from pop art artists nowadays are becoming saturated.

The focus should be on the meaning of art, otherwise, those that claim to be pop artists, are merely graphic designers. I like to add grist to the mill. The classicism of the cultural environment in which I live, the modern way of painting united with the contemporaneity of my subjects, and the depth of the messages ensure each piece has personality. I play around with my paintings, aiming to reflect a message in a different and unconventional way. For example, I like to create a twist on magazine covers and advertisements that express a certain reflection to others. To me, it’s all about addressing what can’t be seen in regular brand advertisements. I must always indulge in inspiration without fear or reverence.

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Plan Your

Wedding Photos Like a Pro — PHOTO BY / MARGARITA KAREVA

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ith everything that goes into your

1. Book far in advance. The best photographers get booked

wedding

quickly -- sometimes as much as a year in advance -- so don’t

day,

those

once-in-a-

lifetime moments will go by in a blur,

wait until the last minute to book your photographer.

which is why hiring a professional

wedding photographer is a must. After all, the last

2. Show them the money. Now is not the time to skimp on

thing you should be worrying about is whether your

your photo budget. Call around and get a price range for

photographer will be able to capture your big day. The key?

services, and remember: after the cake is long gone, and the

Prepare yourself so that you can accurately evaluate the

dress is stored away, your wedding photos will be the only

“right” photographer for you.

things left to share and enjoy for years to come, so don’t cut

“The best photographer will take the time to build a rapport

too many corners on your photography budget -- you’ll end

with you and use his or her experience and creativity

up regretting it.

to capture the mood, personality, ambiance and even the geography of your wedding,” says PPA (Professional

3. Make sure your photographer is a real pro. Only hire

Photographers of America) photographer Berit Bizjak. “The

someone who has liability insurance, experience taking the

finest wedding photography is more than a series of still

style of photos you want, backup equipment and a plan for

pictures. It’s physical poetry -- it tells the story of the day and

when things go south. Ideally, he or she is a PPA photographer.

portrays the essence of both people and place.”

PPA photographers do more than just snap pictures. They have the technical expertise and artistry to make you look

To this end, PPA, the largest international nonprofit

your best and bring your vision to life. They also abide by a

association created by professional photographers, has taken

strict code of ethics that makes a real difference.

the guesswork out of the process by offering six tips to help you plan your wedding photos like a pro:

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4. Request to see a full gallery of real weddings.

Share your expectations ahead of time to ensure that he or she

Look at full wedding coverage (not just a small selection of

captures the key shots, while remaining attentive and available

each wedding’s best moments) to see a photographer’s true

to catch the best candid moments.

style and get a sense of how he or she might tell your “story.”

Do you prefer more artistic or traditional poses? Would you

6. Plan your post-wedding photo strategy ahead of time!

rather have a photojournalist approach or a mix of all styles?

Almost as soon as the festivities are over, you’ll be eager to look

5.Work with your photographer to create a detailed shot list.

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at the photos so you can relive your big day over and over again. Ask your photographer for teasers or a “sneak peek” and a timeline for when the rest

also help you create that shot list, as they know what key

of the pictures will be available. Will they give you an online

moments tell a wedding story and can prepare for those.

gallery for family and friends to choose the images they want?

But talk about your must-haves, and walk through the

Again, knowing these things ahead of time will make things

entire program with your photographer ahead of time.

easy on the back end, sparing you any heartache.

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rand Royal, being exclusive representative and authorised dealer for such famous Italian brands as VersaceHome and Roberto Cavalli Home Interiors, focuses on high-quality customer service, using modern methods and approaches.

VersaceHome spectacular high-quality furniture line, created for extraordinary interiors, is the epitome

to one of the most fashionable designer trends in modern interior fashion.

Robert Cavalli Home Interiors is a line created to meet new trends emerged in the furniture industry in the recent years, to harmonise modern formal shapes with details and finishing referring to classical decorative elements, reinterpreted and adapted in new creative compilations.

Visit Grand Royal, luxurious furniture, accessories and tableware concept showroom at Porto Arabia, The Pearl Qatar.

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PANERAI SUBMERSIBLE CHRONO GUILLAUME NÉRY EDITION - 47mm PANERAI PRESENTS A NEW DIVING PROFESSIONAL WATCH, STRONG, BOLD AND TOUGH: A NEW SUBMERSIBLE CHRONOGRAPH INSPIRED BY GUILLAUME NÉRY, THE FRENCH FREEDIVING CHAMPION KNOWN INTERNATIONALLY FOR THE WORLD RECORDS HE HAS BROKEN AND FOR HIS ASTONISHING UNDERWATER PHOTOGRAPHS.

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he new Panerai Submersible Chrono Guillaume Néry Edition is a combination of performance, strength and reliability worthy of the remarkable champion who has inspired this amazing new creation of mechanical engineering. Guillaume Néry was

twice a world champion and he broke four constant weight free-diving world records. This former professional athlete is now an ambassador of the sea, turning his astonishing underwater experiences into images and videos which amaze everyone who sees them. In his honour, Panerai has created a new watch combining technical performance and a remarkably powerful, sporty appearance.

The Panerai Submersible Chrono Guillaume Néry Edition is above all a professional diving watch, water-resistant to a depth of about 300 metres (30 bar) and fitted with a unidirectional rotating bezel, which accurately displays the duration of the dive.

The dial is clearly legible under all lighting conditions and in complete darkness, thanks to the luminous white markers, which stand out strongly against the shark grey, textured background.

Engraved on the screw back are the champion’s signature and the depths of his final awe-inspiring record: 126 metres, achieved with a single breath. The watch is sexy and light, with its titanium case which integrates perfectly with the blue of the ceramic disc applied to the bezel, the blue hands and the blue rubber strap. It is also a precision chronograph, with fly-back function and the device for zeroing the seconds hand to enable perfect synchronisation with a reference signal. The Panerai Submersible Chrono Guillaume Néry Edition is fitted with a P.9100 automatic calibre with a power reserve of three days.

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Technical Details PAM00982

PANERAI SUBMERSIBLE CHRONO GUILLAUME NÉRY EDITION - 47mm MOVEMENT: Automatic mechanical, Panerai P.9100 calibre, executed entirely by Panerai, 13¾ lignes, 8.15 mm thick, 37 jewels, 28,800 alternations/hour. Incabloc® anti-shock device, two barrels.

FUNCTIONS: Hours, minutes, small seconds, calculation of immersion time, flyback chronograph, seconds reset.

CASE: Diameter 47 mm, titanium. Buttons for the chronograph functions at 8 and 10 o’clock. Unidirectional rotating bezel in titanium with applied blue ceramic disc.

Back in titanium with special engraving. Device protecting the crown (protected as trademark) in titanium.

DIAL: Shark grey with applied luminous dots and indexes. Seconds at 9 o’clock, hour counter at 3 o’clock, central chronograph seconds and minutes hands.

POWER RESERVE: 72 hours.

WATER-RESISTANCE: 30 bar (~ 300 metres).

STRAP: Panerai personalized blue rubber strap and trapezoidal titanium buckle.

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This movement was entirely developed in Panerai’s high quality watchmaking Manufacture in Neuchâtel, in the Laboratorio di Idee where the originality and precision of Panerai watches transform every design into a creation of indomitable character and excellent technical performance. Panerai watches, for many decades used exclusively by the commandos of the Italian Navy in their courageous underwater operations, have a glorious history of heroism in their DNA. Today this heroic history lives on in a contemporary form thanks to a special version of the Submersible Chrono Guillaume Néry Edition, limited to fifteen examples. The fortunate few who acquire this new Panerai creation will have the opportunity to participate in an exclusive experience: they will be invited to Moorea, in French Polynesia, where Guillaume Néry lives. There they will plunge into the depths of the ocean and experience the extraordinary emotions of diving while whale watching with the many-times world champion free-diver, who today is one of the greatest international ambassadors of the world of the sea. The Panerai Submersible Chrono Guillaume Néry Edition is evidently a professional diving watch, water-resistant to a depth of about 300 metres (30 bar) and fitted with a unidirectional rotating bezel, with an applied black ceramic disc, for reliably calculating the duration of the dive. The dial is clearly legible under all lighting conditions and in complete darkness, thanks to the luminous white markers which stand out prominently against a specially textured black and blue background.

The strap is rubber while the screw back is engraved with the signature of the champion, the island of Moorea and an image which recalls his final breath-taking constant weight free-diving record: a depth of 126 metres, reached with a single breath. Thanks to the 47 mm titanium case, coated with a layer of DLC (Diamond-LikeCarbon) to make it more resistant to knocks and scratches, the watch has a masculine, sporty black appearance, emphatic and contemporary, with elements which immediately bring to mind the seas of Polynesia: parts of the hour markers and of the hands are an unusual turquoise blue. The Panerai Submersible Chrono Guillaume Néry Edition is also a precision chronograph, with flyback function and the device for zeroing the seconds hand to achieve perfect synchronisation with a reference signal. The P.9100 automatic calibre, with a power reserve of three days, was entirely developed by Panerai’s high quality watchmaking Manufacture in Neuchâtel, the Laboratorio di Idee where the originality and precision of Panerai watches transform every design into an innovative creation of indomitable character and exceptional technical performance.

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Technical Details PAM00983

MOVEMENT: Automatic mechanical, Panerai P.9100 calibre, executed entirely by Panerai, 13¾ lignes, 8.15 mm thick, 37 jewels, 28,800 alternations/hour. Incabloc®anti-shock device, two barrels.

FUNCTIONS: Hours, minutes, small seconds, calculation of immersion time, flyback chronograph, seconds reset.

CASE: Diameter 47 mm, titanium with DLC (Diamond-Like-Carbon) coating. Buttons for the chronograph functions at 8 and 10 o’clock. Unidirectional rotating bezel in titanium with applied black ceramic disc. Back in titanium with special engraving.

Device protecting the crown (protected as trademark) in titanium.

DIAL: Blue and black, with applied luminous dots and indexes. Seconds at 9 o’clock, hour counter at 3 o’clock, central chronograph seconds and minutes hands.

POWER RESERVE: 72 hours.

WATER-RESISTANCE: 30 bar (~ 300 metres).

STRAP: Panerai personalized black rubber strap and trapezoidal titanium buckle

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THE L E G E N D A RY C H RO N O G R A P H

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he Grand Regulator in its distinctive 44 mm case has been a permanent fixture of the Chronoswiss collection for more than 20 years. In 2017, this classic watch was given an upgrade

and has boasted its innovative 3D dial design ever since under the name of Flying Grand Regulator. In addition to this timepiece with its stainless steel case and midnight blue dial, two more Flying Grand Regulator versions in bold colour combinations will be launched this spring, each of them featuring a DLC coated case.

At a hardness of 5,000 Vickers, a DLC (DiamondLike Carbon) coating comes close to diamond and is extremely resistant to scratches or chemical influences.

This process also gives the stainless steel case a dark, almost mystical look which is combined with different colours.

Red and black: A strong contrast to the black DLC case, the dial glows in a bold red that was created especially for Chronoswiss and perfectly sets off the delicate guilloche pattern. A second shade of red, coral, on the hands and numerals adds variety.

30 watch lovers will be able to get their hands on one of these.

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The iconic Cartier RÉVÉLATION D’UNE PANTHÈRE WATCH The iconic Cartier panther is revealed in an instant in a feat of watchmaking magic that conjures the hourglass, an eternal allegory of the passage of time.

Distort time. Disrupt it. Give it a form, trace its outline, and make it appear and disappear at leisure. At a flick of the wrist, tiny gold beads map a meticulous trajectory across the surface of the dial, gradually revealing a powerful presence.

The magnificent head of a panther emerges, her golden outline illuminating the dial, her stark, stylised motif arresting the gaze. An ephemeral work of art for art’s sake, this timepiece offers the rare spectacle of light, luminous hours which promise their return.

Available in three versions with a choice of a black, green or red dial, the watch features a pink gold case, a bezel paved with diamonds, and a winding crown set with a diamond, an emerald or a ruby.

Green RÉVÉLATION D’UNE PANTHÈRE WATCH CASE: 18K pink gold, bezel set with brilliant-cut diamonds DIMENSIONS: 37 mm CROWN: Beaded crown set with an emerald DIAL: Green lacquer dial with yellow gold moving beads HANDS: Steel apple-shaped hands with pink gold finish STRAP: Green alligator leather strap Comes with a second black alligator leather strap BUCKLE: 18-carat pink gold folding buckle set with brilliant-cut diamonds GLASS: Sapphire CASE THICKNESS: 6.00 mm WATER RESISTANCE: 3 bar (~30 meters) DIAMONDS: 87 diamonds totalling 2.07 cts Limited edition of 100 individually numbered pieces

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Burgundy RÉVÉLATION D’UNE PANTHÈRE WATCH CASE: 18K pink gold, bezel set with brilliant-cut diamonds DIMENSIONS: 37 mm CROWN: Beaded crown set with a ruby DIAL: Red lacquer dial with yellow gold moving beads HANDS: Steel apple-shaped hands with pink gold finish STRAP: Burgundy alligator leather strap Comes with a second black alligator leather strap BUCKLE: 18-carat pink gold folding buckle set with brilliant-cut diamonds GLASS: Sapphire CASE THICKNESS: 6.00 mm WATER RESISTANCE: 3 bar (~30 meters) DIAMONDS: 87 diamonds totalling 2.07 cts Limited edition of 100 individually numbered pieces

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Ulysse Nardin

FREAK X

INTRODUCING THE X-FACTOR IN WATCHMAKING

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is quest has been unrivaled for nearly 3000 years.

His name has conjured up images, accolades, and epic tales earned only by a true adventurer and free spirit. Immortalized by the Greek

poet Homer, “Ulysses” is the original wandering hero. His adventures transcend time. In the spirit of Ulysses, Ulysse Nardin has been at the forefront of timekeeping since its inception. More than a means to an end, Xploration is, for Ulysse Nardin, a way of life. Launching the new year in style, we are pleased to introduce the” X Factor” in watchmaking. No letter in the English language gets around like X: the 24th letter of the alphabet shows up every-where, from the popular Xbox to standing in for a signature on legal documents, the representation of a chromosome, a generation, a crossing point, the multiplication process and the location on a treasure map. X denotes any unknown, unspecified or variable factor. X like Xploration, Xtraordinary, Xcess, Xperience, Xcitement, X treme and compleX. More than a simple slogan, it is a statement, a reminder that our Freak collection embodies boldness and creativity.

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We address those of you who have the audacity to be willing to stand out in the crowd. Are you ready?

The FREAK X, the little cousin of its ”Freak antecedents”, stands out as the entry point into the FREAK col-lection. Though many of the same aesthetic and functional elements are in place, it pushes out into unchart-ed territory. The sizing is tighter 43mm instead of 45mm - but it is easier to read and operate. It has a crown for time correction, which breaks with one of the most iconic aspects of the crown-less FREAK VI-SION or FREAK OUT models, which correct time by the bezel. The “baguette” movement is still a carousel, turning once on itself every hour to indicate the time. It is simpler, bolder, and has fewer wheels. It has no dial and no hands - the central bridge acts as a minute hand and one of the wheels indicates the hours.

Inside and clearly visible beats one of the FREAK VISION’s most outstanding innovations: a super-light balance wheel in silicium, extra-wide, with nickel flyweights and stabilizing micro-blades. The movement itself, the new UN-230, is a fusion of the manufacture calibers UN-118 and FREAK VISION UN-250.The case, nicely rounded with curved lines, is wholly new, and seriously transformative. The new FREAK X is available in titanium, rose gold, black DLC or in Carbonium ®. It is very competitively priced with a start price version at 21’000 USD. It demonstrates the brand’s commitment to expanding and enriching its collec-tions by pushing watchmaking Xpertise to the X degree.

To the intrepid Ulysses of the modern world, it is a clarion call to adventure.

FREAK X Carbonium ®: from the world of aeronautic fuselage to Haute Horlogerie.

The most spectacular iteration of the FREAK X collection is undoubtedly the Carbonium ® version. The aeronautic-grade Carbonium ® is a new, superlight and sustainable material used in the aeronautical sector for the latestgeneration airplanes’ fuselage and wings. In short, the most vital and essential components in today’s modern airplanes. The production of Carbonium ® has 40% less environmental impact than other carbon composites as it uses offcuts from aeronautical pieces. With complex process requiring high pres-sures and temperatures, Carbonium ® is a high-performance material that brings out the core beauty of the organic pattern created by the 7µm diameter carbon fibers.

The use of a material like Carbonium comes as a clear reminder that we dare make a difference. Con-structed from neXt-generation carbon composites - among the most robust and resilient materials ever de-vised by science - it is as audaciously disruptive as it is technically and technologically transcendent.

Ulysse Nardin is the first to use this neXt-generation material in a watch. Its resistanceto-lightness ratio is unparalleled, and its stunning marbling effect never repeats, making each watch case absolutely unique.

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Ulysse Nardin Unveils Qatar Exclusive

Executive Skeleton Tourbillon Crafted to pay tribute to Qatar and the Qatari, this limited edition timepiece marks the first Ulysse Nardin Boutique opening at The Mall of Qatar, Doha. Ulysse Nardin, the fine watch manufacturer, has built this Qatar edition to mark the auspicious occasion and celebrate the ties between the Swiss brand and the country.

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The Qatar Executive Skeleton Tourbillon is available exclusively at the new boutique and is limited to 3 timepieces, each one as unique as its wearer. This Qatar edition brings a concrete answer to the region’s singular quest for constant innovation: coming with the original breathtakingly, bold features and design of the Executive Skeleton Tourbillon, the open-worked face pays homage to Qatar’s national flag, being brushed in deep maroon and complimentary matt white.

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Executive Skeleton Tourbillon Price: QR 189,000

The arachnid-like skeleton movement reveals the delicate

Painted using a micro-painting technique which requires a

ballet of perfectly-meshed parts, each working in symbiosis

paintbrush the width of a single eyelash in order to create the

with the others. Open-worked movements, the apex of high

exquisite micro painting on the barrel bridge.

watchmaking, are attempted only by expert horologers. A movement of this caliber has been stripped of all unnecessary

The Rectangle on the Skeleton Dial uses a ‘spray paint’

elements, each piece angled and polished to perfection.

colouring method to ensure a uniform effect on the whole rectangle. The Ulysse Nardin Boutique is located on the

Roman numerals add a touch of elegance and the titanium

Ground Floor, The Mall of Qatar.

case ensures durability. This limited edition model, with a tremendous and unequalled 170-hour power reserve (nearly seven days), is also an object of beauty topped with a deep black ceramic bezel, black crown and carbon effect leather strap.

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atrick Pruniaux An Interview with the CEO of Ulysse Nardin

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1. Why did you decide to open the Ulysse Nardin store in Qatar?

of exciting products. One of them is going to be called

Qatar is a very important country to us. We have great synergies

a crown unlike the ‘Freak Vision’. It does not have the

and we share the same values and vision as the country. As

exact movement as the ‘Vision’ but it’s going to be a

you probably are aware, we are extremely fortunate for the

fantastic product.

brand to open a boutique in Qatar. Our current momentum

carbon cases, and has a lower price mark in comparison

is fuelled by new products and the tradition of the brand.

to the ‘Vision’. The new watch is innovative and brilliant.

the ‘Freak – X’. It’s a Tourbillion as well. This one has

It is available in both titanium and

Furthermore, we express ourselves as a slightly different brand have a full collection with dedicated staff. Here, in Qatar, we

4. As you are coming from Apple, are we going to see anything digital from Ulysse Nardin?

have a prime location; we are in a mall, close to the entrance

I don’t see a reason why we would do that. My answer

in partnership with Ali Bin Ali Luxury. Everything has come

could surprise you but the best smart watch in the market

together and we are very excited for the journey ahead.

is already the Apple watch and anything else would not do

and we are becoming increasingly modern. In time, we will

the job. I am not judging any brand that has and is trying

2. Will we be seeing a special model for the country?

to enter that market but the truth is they are only adding to

Yes, there is a special model for the country called the Executive

functionality. I believe in functionality and authenticity,

Tourbillon Qatar Limited Edition, crafted to pay tribute to Qatar

so I don’t see the value in bringing a smart watch. I could

and the Qatari, this limited edition timepiece marks the first

say maybe in the future, as there are so many things

Ulysse Nardin Boutique opening at The Mall of Qatar, Doha.

we could be doing. The search for functionality is an

The Qatar Executive Skeleton Tourbillon is available

interesting search. We shouldn’t rule out the quest for more

exclusively at the new boutique and is limited to 3 timepieces,

functionality. On the other hand, you really want to focus

each one as unique as its wearer. This Qatar edition brings

on what you do and create, and where you create value.

the aesthetics but not specifically bringing any additional

a concrete answer to the region’s singular quest for constant

open-worked face pays homage to Qatar’s national flag, being

5. We know you did a lot of campaigns for saving the ocean. Is there any plan to do any sort of activity here?

brushed in deep maroon and complimentary matt white.

It could be a great possibility! Qatar also has its traditions

innovation: coming with the original breathtakingly, bold features and design of the Executive Skeleton Tourbillon, the

and links to the ocean, so the brand easily relates to the

3. We know that Ulysse Nardin is going to be a part of the SIHH. Are we going to see something entirely new?

market here. We believe in sustainability. It is no surprise

Yes, you are going to see something completely new and

in a project to protect the animal. So why not? There

fantastic. When I joined Ulysse Nardin a year and half ago I

are couple of things we could be doing in the future

we use the ‘Shark’, it’s an emblem of representation. It is an endangered species, and hence it is worth investing

knew there was one iconic product, the ‘Freak’. Every couple is an iconic product and yet addresses the desires of a large

6. What is the inspiration behind Freak Me Out hashtag?

number of consumers. We have multiple requests for it.

The hashtag ‘Freak Me Out’ is play on words. We believe

We kept the original DNA of the ‘Freak’, which is the hand

‘Freak’ embodies our unique brand. Ulysse Nardin; the first

movement and launched the ‘Freak Vision’ this year. It was

name is very strong, it carries several values and stories and

a revolution. For the first time we have a mechanical ‘Freak’.

I think our consumers want to associate with this name.

of years an altered version is introduced for the market. It

We are also extending this range with a limited number

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SERPENT BOHÈME LONG NECKL ACE WITH 16 MOTIFS, SET WITH TURQUOISES AND PAVED WITH DIAMONDS, IN YELLOW GOLD

BOUCHERON Quatre and Serpent Bohème

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SERPENT BOHÈME PENDANT EARRINGS, XS AND L MOTIFS, SET WITH FOUR TURQUOISES AND PAVED WITH DIAMONDS,

The Serpent Bohème collection was born

IN YELLOW GOLD

fifty years ago and is now one of the icons of the House. A protective animal and a symbol of infinity, the snake is also an em- blem for

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SERPENT BOHÈME T WO-STONE RING, S MOTIFS, SET WITH T WO TURQUOISES, IN YELLOW GOLD

free and independent individuals. Because the Boucheron woman likes to have fun with codes, dictates and fashions.

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QUATR E CLOU DE PA R IS B A NGLE IN Y ELLOW, W HITE OR PINK GOLD, SMALL MODELS

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QUATR E R ED EDITION PENDA NT SE T W ITH ONE DI A MOND IN Y ELLOW, PINK, WHITE GOLD AND RED CERAMIC

QUATR E R ED EDITION R ING PAVED WITH DIA MONDS IN Y ELLOW, PINK , W HITE GOLD A ND R ED CER A MIC

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WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW WHEN BUYING A DIAMOND RING TOP TIPS TO CONSIDER

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iamond information for couples thinking about purchasing a diamond diamond engagement ring.

In a reason for just about any man’s life, there comes a period when his heart knows it’s time for you to

purchase a diamond diamond engagement ring for your woman he loves. Only then are you going to feel at ease purchasing a diamond diamond engagement ring. There are lots of points to consider when finding out how to purchase a diamond, you need to never rush into purchasing a diamond without first doing a bit of research regarding the way the diamonds cost. Purchasing a diamond is not any different, except the majority of know us hardly any about diamonds.

Purchasing a diamond ring is usually an emotional - not forgetting expensive - experience.

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The 4 C’s of purchasing a Diamond Cut - Color - Clarity - Carat

Diamond Ring

Diamond Cut

Purchasing a diamond ring could be a huge investment and you

To get the maximum reflection of light that triggers a diamond

would like to acquire one using the perfect diamond inside it, to

to sparkle needs a diamond to get an Ideal/Excellent cut grade.

be intimidated in case you are an initial time buyer. Purchasing

Ideal cut diamonds are graded as a result simply because they fall

a diamond means buying a piece for forever. Every person

inside the ideal cut grade parameters specified from the diamond

purchasing a diamond seeks the best they could afford. When

grading labs. The greater cut grades will probably display more

purchasing a diamond, consider your financial budget and

fire and brilliance and also, since their look is much more

in which the stone is going to be worn to assist determine the

desirable, they may be priced accordingly. The GIA and EGL only

perfect carat size. The 4 C’s of purchasing a Diamond, to ascertain

have extended ideal/excellent cut grade parameters to round

the best price for the ring, you have to be knowledgeable about

brilliant stones currently. Determining a diamond’s cut grade,

the 4 C’s. The 4 C’s of cut, color, clarity, and carat are explained.

however, surpasses simple measurements of width and depth.

Diamond Cut is probably the most crucial from the four C’s.

Diamond Color Most diamonds possess a slight hint of yellow as well as the diamond color scale is founded on the quantity of yellow found in a diamond. It’s the lack of color that adds value towards the diamond.

Diamond color is graded based on the GIA Grading Scale. Grades derive from the quantity of yellow which is visible when viewed face down with the pavilion utilizing the GIA Diamond Lite.

The colour scale ranges from D (colorless) to Z (yellow tinge).

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Diamond Clarity

Diamond Carat

A diamond’s clarity is dependent upon the amount, nature,

This is a common misconception that carats make reference to

position, size and colour of internal characteristics called

the dimensions of a diamond. The truth is, a carat is definitely the

“inclusions” and surface features called “blemishes”. These show

standard unit of weight through which diamonds are measured.

themselves because the various characteristics which constitute

Since a carat is really a way of measuring weight, not size, one

the clarity of the diamond, included crystals, feathers, clouds

diamond of the identical carat weight may look larger than another

etc. These characteristics are occasionally not visible towards

based on the cut. Reasonably limited cut diamond might actually

the human eye and they are generally what make each diamond

appear larger than many diamonds of the higher carat weight.

unique. This clarity grade gets to be more essential as the diamond size increases. The clarity scale was created from the Gemological Institute of America GIA to quantify these imperfections.

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Diamond Shape

Stones are available in different shapes : Round, Oval, Marquise, Pear, Emerald, Heart, Princess and Radiant.

Round

Marquise

A round brilliant is an excellent choice if you would like by far the

While marquise diamonds usually are not as fashionable as round

most sparkle as well as the most enduring classic shape round-

cut diamonds or princess cut diamonds, they may be still quite

brilliant diamonds would be the only contour around have this

sophisticated and stylish. A marquise cut diamond features a

ideal proportion defined. Brilliant cut diamonds have facets which

uniquely beautiful shape which is favoured by a lot of women, but

are the same shape as triangles and kites. Today’s round brilliant

a little portion of brilliance is going to be sacrificed for the good

diamond features a total of fifty-eight facets, but you’ll see varying

thing about this uniquely diamond shape. When compared to round

facet numbers in vintage brilliant cut diamonds. Despite the fact that

cuts, the marquise diamonds usually are not as popular nowadays.

Round Brilliant cut diamonds are the highest priced on the market,

Additionally, the design from the marquise diamond almost

they constitute the overwhelming most of diamonds present in

helps make the stone appear larger than. The Marquise shape was

engagement rings, and therefore are fashionable as stud earrings and

developed for Louis the XIV and is also has turned into a timeless

pendants.

classic.

Oval

Pear

The elongated form of Oval diamonds provides a very flattering

The pear shape is really a stunningly feminine diamond shape

effect for your finger when worn inside a ring, and can be found

having a rounded end on a single side along with a tapering point

in probably the most beautiful diamond engagement rings. Unlike

in the other. Because of their elongated shape, pear cut diamonds

round cut diamonds, oval cut diamonds come with an elongated

provide slenderizing effect. .The Pear cut allows a variety of cutting

shape, that makes the diamond appear larger in carat weight. Oval

styles, so the teardrop shape could be wider, slimmer, or cut to Ideal

cut diamonds are essentially elongated round cut diamonds. A lot of

proportions, according to your selection and preferences. Pear

women with smaller hands or shorter fingers prefer the appearance

shaped diamonds possess a rounded end along with a single point.

of oval cut diamonds and pear shaped diamonds simply because

While pear shaped diamonds usually are not as traditional as round

they truly slenderize and elongate the fingers around the hand.

cut diamonds, or as trendy as princess cut diamonds, they may be still coveted by a lot of people.

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Emerald

Princess

The emerald-cut diamond is considered the most classic of diamond

A contemporary innovation, the princess shape dazzles and sparkles

shapes which is distinguished by beveled corners and step facets,

using its star burst facet pattern, while still leaving the crown from

emerald cut diamonds tend to be more transparent than other

the diamond flat and open. The princess cut is stunning set being a

shapes, leading to the necessity for higher standards of clarity. The

solitaire this is a modern classic of clean, square lines and exquisite

emerald cut may be one of the lowest priced to reduce because its

sparkle. Its sharp corners are generally found in a four-pronged or

shape is most such as the natural form of the rough diamond crystal.

bezel placed in wedding rings. Additionally, you will find Princess

Due to the angle, shape and size from the facets, the emerald cut

cut diamonds tend to be channeled in to the wedding band itself.

shows less brilliance and fire dispersion compared to the other

Princess Cut Diamonds are for all those individuals who love the

brilliant cut diamonds. However, the emerald cut stone reveals a

sparkle and brilliance related to round cut diamonds, but prefer the

timeless beauty and magnificence not observed in other cuts. The

design of the square. As the round brilliant solitaire appears to be the

trim lines of Emerald cut diamonds lend a classy, sophisticated air

most famous shape at this time for engagement rings, lots of people

to both simplest of ring designs.

are deviating out of this trend and choosing princess cut diamonds.

Heart

Radiant

The center-shaped diamond is easily the most romantic of diamond

The radiant cut was initially patented within the late 1970’s by Henry

shapes along with a symbol of affection and affection, the center

Grossbard, using its angular shape and brilliant cut facets it can

cut diamond is a wonderful option for an anniversary or diamond

make a scintillating substitute for other cuts like the Emerald cut.

engagement ring. This is a tender gesture to create to a person special.

The radiant shaped diamond can be viewed as a modified brilliant

A top quality heart-shaped diamond is lovely and distinctive, having

diamond which is closely associated with the princess cut diamond

an even shape and well-defined outline. These are the ultimate

due to its square shape. Top quality Radiant cut diamonds combine

symbol of romance, and increasing numbers of people are opting

the fire and sparkle of Emerald and Round cuts.

for heart cut diamonds for engagement and anniversary rings. Heart

You now understand the different shapes of diamonds that you

Shaped Diamonds are rarer and much more expensive because it

could purchase and which shape will accentuate individual fingers

requires a large bit of diamond rough to shape cut and polish to

or provide brilliant sparkle we are able to now proceed to the ring.

something which is the ultimate symbol of affection “the center�

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There are various metals utilized for rings today which may be grouped into two, precious and non -precious, those who work in the precious group including silver, gold, and platinum, while those who work in the non-precious group may include brass, copper ad nickel. Most rings today are made from gold or platinum therefore we will focus our discussion on both of these precious metals.

Gold Gold is available in various colors that will reflect the carat worth of the carat of yellow gold with 10k, 14k and 18k being the most famous. Are you aware that you may get Rose Gold, white gold and yellow gold which white gold is much more a silver color than white? Until recently white gold was yellow gold with just as much from the yellow gold removed as is possible, nevertheless it was still not really a true white color. To provide you with that white (silver) brilliance the rings are plated with Rhodium or palladium.

Platinum Platinum became extremely popular because of its natural white (silver) color and sturdiness. Customers that buy white gold rings which have rhodium plating will need to possess the ring re-plated every couple of years if it’s worn regularly, because the rhodium wears off. With platinum the colour stays exactly the same no matter how frequently you put it on. Platinum is all about twice the cost of 14K Gold and may push the cost of the setting and diamond from the selection of some customers.

Ring Mounts There are many different settings available to you to pick from; they are available in all sizes and shapes, from solitaires to multi stone rings. Your selection is really a personal one; however, you should think about when you will wear your ring. If you are planning to put on it daily, then pick something having a low profile that protects the diamond and setting from getting damaged in the event you accidentally catch it against something. This can lead to the diamond coming loose and getting to become reset, to forcing the diamond from the mounting and breaking it.

However, in case you are only likely to wear the ring for special events then buy a mount that supports the diamond high to ensure that it’s well displayed and enable the lighting to get in unobstructed from your top and show the scintillating fire and brilliance.

Keep in mind that in case you are purchasing a top quality diamond for the ring that having other diamonds around it can detract from the central diamond. If however you might be buying a smaller center diamond adding smaller ones round the outside can make the center one look larger.

Engagement sets can also be extremely popular, with couples buying the diamond engagement ring and after that returning and buying the wedding ceremony band from your set, for the big day.

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IF YOU ARE PLANNING TO PUT ON IT DAILY, THEN PICK SOMETHING HAVING A LOW PROFILE THAT PROTECTS THE DIAMOND —

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THE ZOE COLLECTION INTRODUCING INTRICATE EMBROIDERY IN LUXE JEWEL-TONE VELVETS

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ith a breath of fresh air, WOLF releases

their

latest

jewelry

box collection, Zoe. This fifth generation, family owned company

continues to surprise the market with their unique and refined designs for jewelry cases, watch winders, watch boxes, and lifestyle accessories.

Exuding romance and charm, Zoe’s intricate embroidery and sophisticated design captures the decorative style of Art Nouveau. The collection radiates with luxe jeweltone velvets, soft curves, and rounded pale gold hardware illustrating that true beauty is in the details.

The elegant floral embroidery is unlike anything WOLF has produced to date. Combined with WOLF’s patented LusterLoc™ treated interior lining, this collection is truly handmade for a lifetime.

The collection includes a medium and large jewelry case, and two travel accessories in a rich indigo, mink, and forest green velvet exterior. This feminine yet functional collection sets it apart from all other jewelry cases available today.

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M AG I C A L H A MB R A B R ACEL E T, 5 - M OT IF S , PINK GOLD, DIAMONDS

A SPARKLING WINTER WITH ALHAMBRA BREEZE FROM

Van Cleef & Arpels

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eing an emblem of the Maison, the AlhambraÂŽ collection has constantly renewed itself over time with new creations marked by a timeless elegance. It has taken on a broad palette of natural materials and adopted a variety of symbols, colors, stones and different-sized motifs.

As a winter breeze fluttering past you and brushing against your skin, Alhambra Breeze’s selection features creations ornamented with diamonds and others highlighting the history of the Maison and its savoir-faire techniques; such as Vintage Alhambra and Magic Alhambra pieces in rose, yellow, and white gold.

Vintage Alhambra A faithful reproduction of the very first Alhambra jewel created in 1968, this line is distinguished by its unique, timeless elegance. Synonymous with the Maison, its equally sized motifs are emphasized by a border of golden pearls, paired with a refined palette of natural materials.

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From the emblematic long necklace to the feminine watch, Vintage Alhambra gracefully defies the whims of fashion and the passage of time.

Magic Alhambra Alhambra motifs, rendered in different sizes, come together in a joyful dance. Daringly asymmetrical, these pieces derive their effect from a harmonious blend of forms and materials. Adorned with diamonds, luck shines out from the face to the wrists.

Alhambra Timepieces The Maison has drawn on the iconic symbol of luck to enrich its watchmaking universe with the distinctive aesthetic of Sweet and Vintage Alhambra; two beautiful timepieces that interpret the Alhambra symbol with exquisite delicacy. These creations with the allure of jewelry, reaffirm the timeless elegance of Alhambra motif taking up a permanent place in the collection seamlessly complementing other creations from the Maison.

V IN TAG E A L H A MB R A 10 - M OT IF NECK L ACE , WHITE GOLD, DIAMONDS

Magic

Alhambra

A LHA MBR A WATCH, MEDIUM MODE WHITE GOLD, DIAMONDS, QUARTZ MOVEMENT

MAGIC ALHAMBRA RING, WHITE GOLD, DIAMONDS

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Fifty One East Hosts Special Preview of Manish Arora X PSG SS19 Capsule Collection

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ifty One East, Qatar’s favorite department store, hosted an exclusive preview of Manish Arora X PSG’s SS19 capsule collection, following a successful launch at Paris Fashion Week.

The designer himself was present, as well as Paris Saint-German

players Marco Verratti and Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting, providing a wonderful surprise for fans and onlookers who were delighted with the opportunity to meet and greet the designer and football players at Fifty One East, Lagoona Mall.

One of the most widely recognized Indian designers, Manish Arora has collaborated with the Parisian football club to present a unique collection which surely breaks the boundaries of how fashion and football interact.

The new collection showcases Arora’s creativity across a number of PSG branded statement pieces, incorporating the club’s name and logo but with a feminine touch. Faces of PSG stars Neymar Jr, Thiago Silva, Kylian Mbappe, Marco Verratti, and Edinson Cavani, are all featured on the front or back of different t-shirts. The entire capsule collection is infused with the 80s style aesthetics, from hoodies and joggers to thigh-skimming hemlines, shimmering skirts, neon stilettos and red-and-blue Paris Saint-Germain socks. Manish Arora’s exquisite craftsmanship and unique play on colors will surely keep football fans and specifically PSG admirers stunned.

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“I have specifically chosen Doha to showcase my latest

It was in 1997 that the world first viewed Arora’s unique

collection as I am fascinated with the commitment

designs with the launch of his label ‘Manish Arora’. One

of Fifty One East to provide the very best across a

of the most celebrated and inspiring contemporary

range of luxury products from the most applauded

designers in fashion today, Arora is known for his

international designer houses. I am sharing the fruits of

focus on both quality of craftsmanship and color,

my collaboration with the Parisian football club in this

most notably his trademark palette of pink and gold.

collection which is underpinned by vibrant colors, to

His designs are inspired by Indian heritage but with a

Qatar fashion patrons through Fifty One East, a name

contemporary vibe.

that gleams with pride, luxury, and sophistication.”

Manish Arora X PSG capsule collection can be found

Manish Arora said.

exclusively at Fifty One East, Lagoona Mall.

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THE BRIONI SPRING/SUMMER 2019 MEN’S WARDROBE

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he Brioni Spring/Summer 2019 collection continues

Every season, each element passes the test of a contemporary feel,

to explore the contemporary value of the sartorial

while the vision stays the same: back to the roots. In the quest for

tradition. Core looks of the winter season are

reassuring elements of timeless masculine attire, Brioni relies on

translated into lighter versions for warmer weather.

anatomic structures, sharp cutting, practicality and ergonomics,

By adding archetypal summer pieces, a wardrobe for the whole year

wedded to the finest sustainable materials, light horsehair

is composed. First of all, the 2019 summer collection is a window

techniques, iconic weaves, colours, and styling combinations.

into the Brioni Bespoke service. With Bespoke, the customer enters

As an Italian company based in Rome, Brioni established its

an altogether different experience. Wardrobe pieces are crafted by

reputation by refining a man’s wardrobe for fair climate conditions

Brioni’s staff of master tailors according to the customer’s exact

and weather-independent contemporary surroundings.

measurements.

The Summer 2019 wardrobe leaves ample space for quirky choices.

In the pursuit of clothes of relevance, evolution takes precedence

The subtle play with sartorial codes extends to trompe l’oeil knits

over revolution. Nonchalance defines the summer version of

and mismatched patterns. As a wink to Brioni’s travel expertise, the

the Brioni Suit with a lighter shoulder structure. In general, the

collection includes a new take on the Hawaiian shirt, as well

collection concentrates on vernacular classics such as the Tweed

as scarves with hand-painted Italian themes, featuring the Brijuni

Look, the Harrington jacket, the Carcoat and the Windbreaker.

Islands and landmarks of Rome, from the Spanish Steps to the

Since summer is the high season for social activities, the accent of

Colosseum. Befitting the festive summer season, eveningwear takes

the Brioni wardrobe lies on versatility and a plethora of different

up more space. The winter season established the classic black tie

needs from the weekend and festivities to general outerwear and

look. For summer, the collection diversifies wardrobe

travel. Innovations concentrate on possibilities of the material

possibilities in the interest of bridging daytime and evening with

and the three-dimensional perfection of a masculine silhouette.

The White Linen Tuxedo, The Pyjamas Tuxedo, the Daytime Tuxedo

Garment archetypes are often linked to specific textiles which, in

and the Long Jacket Suit, as well as non-conformist developments

turn, associate with specific requirements in a man’s daily life. The

of the elegant peak lapel and daytime button cover jewelry.

Brioni Spring/Summer 2019 wardrobe rethinks these necessities in

In the interest of exclusive choices, Brioni continues to transform

the interest of a more fluid use. Unexpected high quality materials

unique antique tapestries into tailored pieces. They are the non plus

introduce new purposes and social contexts to iconic pieces. Yet,

ultra of the Bespoke service: handembroidered tapestry, exclusively

when it comes to classic cloth like seersucker, and solaro, orthodoxy

tailored into one of a kind. Furthermore, Brioni

reigns. From early on, Brioni specialised on versatile tailoring.

continues to build up its Jewelry Collection adding vintage porcelain

By breaking down the art of the suit into 220 steps, modulations

vial stoppers for a more playful lapel, as well as a silver Ginko biloba

become an integral part of the overall construction.

leaf for good luck.

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GABRIELE GRAVINA Businessman, Academic, Soccer League President

GÉRARD HOLTZ Journalist

HISAO HANAFUSA Artist and Craftsman of Traditional Japanese Furniture

ANGELO PETRUCCI Brioni Chief Master Tailor

ALBERTO, GIANMATTIA & ALBERTO JR DEL GENIO Surgeons

MATTEO THUN Architect and Designer

MARCO DANIELLI Entrepreneur

SAM PRATT Gallerist

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Ralph & Russo Continue their journey around the world, introducing their second, and largest boutique in the Middle East.

Situated in the renowned Lagoona Mall Doha

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alph & Russo’s boutique houses the revered ready-to-wear collections, shoes and handbags. A reflection of Tamara Ralph’s creative vision and formed with only the most precious materials, the boutique is cast in hues of silver, alabaster, champagne and rose-gold; embodying glamour, sophistication, elegance and femininity. The boutique also features as centrepiece a breath-taking Murano glass chandelier encased in an églomisé mirror, in addition to a transitional private lounge, orchestrating the perfect balance between visibility and privacy.

First established in London in 2007, by Tamara Ralph and Michael Russo, Ralph & Russo was officially launched in 2010 and has since become known as an international luxury fashion brand revered for producing designs that are contemporary, timelessly, elegant and sought after worldwide. Having initially entered the luxury market with couture, the duo has taken their dedication to design and innovation forward to curate a global luxury brand encompassing leather goods, shoes and ready-to-wear.

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The brand has received numerous accolades since their inception, notably, being the first British member in almost a century to be accepted by The Chambre Syndicale de la Haute Couture - the governing body that defines which brands will grace the world’s most elite runway. This coveted club aligns Ralph & Russo alongside the world’s most iconic brands; Chanel, Christian Dior and Valentino. In 2013, exceptional

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growth of 400% year on year saw Tamara Ralph and Michael Russo listed on Fortune Magazine’s ’40 under 40’ establishing Ralph & Russo as the first global fashion brand to have ever featured. In September 2016, the duo were included in the Business of Fashion 500, the professional index of names influencing the global fashion industry.

And later that year, at the November 2016 Walpole British Luxury Awards, Tamara Ralph and Michael Russo picked up the Outstanding Achievement Award.

Ralph & Russo have opened boutiques in some of the world’s most prestigious retailers around the world, including a permanent residence on the Harrods ‘Superbrands’ floor.

With their own maison’s in two fashion capitals, a global e-commerce offering and a network of international boutiques which continue to be unveiled, the brand’s ever progressive identity knows no bounds, showing Ralph & Russo to be an absolute leader in its field.

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DADA

Leather Collection Spring/Summer 2019

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ebellion against existing conventions – the artistic and literary movement Dadaism from the 20th century inspired Christian Alexander Beck for the spring/summer 2019 season. Striving for a new way of life meant rethinking the

familiar and breaking old habits.

With the DADA collection AIGNER is different, but still retains its classy styles. The collection is disruptive: clean designs are up against creative mixing and matching patterns, while unexpected details such as trompel’oeil prints are reflected on clear shapes. Accessories and a refreshing color palette give the collection a brand new vibe. Bright, bold colors such as Cyan Blue, Sage Green and Lemon Yellow characterize the look and are combined with muted summer shades such as Nougat and Cloud White.

Signal Red adds a strong accent. Color contrasts create an interesting tension and allow brand new creations.

CYBILL SPECIALS The signature bag from AIGNER remains an important part of the collection. On top of established models, three special versions in a new size are the highlight of the series. The ‚Cybill Scacchi‘impresses with a black/ white chequerboard pattern and makes a statement with a golden handle.

For the ‚Cybill Cavallo‘ AIGNER picks up on its history in equestrian sports with a modern striking golden horse’s head as a handle. With the innovative 3D print in an embroidered look in bright seasonal colors, the ‚Cybill Lettra ‘picks up on the season’s trend shades and demonstrates the collection’s theme.

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ALESSIA

GALA

As the reissue of an AIGNER hallmark in two sizes, vintage elements are

As the name suggests, ‚Gala‘ is full of grace in its design and appearance.

reinterpreted in the luxurious clipframe bag and gain an elegant finish with

The soft-top grain leather radiates and shines in rich Black, Burgundy or

the high-quality, finely pearl-grained leather from Italy. Retro details such

Sage Green. The color-contrasting seams in Nougat, Cyan Blue or Signal

as metal panels and the braided handle are interpreted in a modern way

Red are real highlights. Another sophisticated feature is that the upper

and give the model a cool touch.

opening is closed with a leather strap and wraps itself elegantly around the opening. The characteristic golden lock makes the series an opulent eye-

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catcher. As a special issue, ‚Gala‘ is available as a small shoulder bag with

The new shoulder bag in three special versions is an absolute eye-catcher.

fully embroidered, colorful seasonal artwork.

Inspired by a model of a former AIGNER bag, it breaks through the modern look. In bright Cyan Blue with a stylized eye and a contrasting

KAIA

ruffle in radiant Lemon Yellow or in a Black & White look with modern

The unusual, high-quality design of ‚Kaia‘ is a spatial wonder thanks to

AIGNER lettering or in striking Signal Red with white fringing – every

its especially soft leather and casual, linear shape in three different sizes

model is unique and completely different.

– besides two spacious bags, a mini crossbody version also stands out.

Details such as the small lock on the handle catch the eye. All versions are

GRETA

also available as special issues with a cool, block-color Dada print. It gives

With its timeless, minimalist shape, ‚Greta‘ has what it takes to become a

the bags an urban look and makes them absolute street style darlings.

new classic. The shoulder bag in three shapes and colors plays with volume, size and depth: with narrow straps that are closed diagonally at the front, it has a compact, square shape. Once the straps are opened, it reveals its trapezoid shape with plenty of storage space and a completely new look.

is available in the Blue Salon and

The Italian craftsmanship is evident in the design and details, such as the

the “Aigner” boutique in the Pearl

elaborate, detailed handle attachment.

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SUNGLASSES TRENDS For 2019

FLAUNT THESE TOP 5 TRENDY SUNGLASSES BEFORE EVERYONE ELSE CATCHES ON!

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sually, sunglasses are considered a summer accessory. However, runways of 2019 have established that sunglasses will be an all-rounder accessory throughout 2019.

Here’s a roundup of the eyewear trends paraded down the runways, and boy aren’t you in for a treat! We just can’t get enough of these super stylish, chic, classy and some unusual sunglasses.

WING IT

Although we have seen our favourite celebs from Rihanna to Kendall Jenner sport the ultra-thin cat eyes, 2019 calls for exaggerated winged sunglasses.

The overall slimmer profile adds cute balance to the mix.

SHIELD YOUR EYES

ADD SOME BLING BLING

In recent years, active wear has slowly but firmly put itself on the centre stage. In the same vein, the trend is now all set to conquer the eyewear market. The shield trend is the next must-have sunglasses for 2019! Our top picks are Altuzarra’s ski goggles and swimming goggles style offerings from Calvin Klein.

2019 eyewear is all about sparkle and bling bling. As the temperatures drop, put the world on fire with your rhinestone and jewel studded frames. If you want to make a style statement to remember, go the Dolce & Gabbana way and flaunt your sexy, stylish, and jewelled eyewear in style!

The concept that sunglasses have a seasonal shelf life is old school. Add this alluring accessory to you fall winter 2019 wardrobe to add some zing to it!

PUT YOUR TWIST ON IT

THROW SOME SHADES

Show off your uninhibited style by daring to go beyond the normal in latest novelty frames. From stylish but sleek prismatic gold rimmed frame offering by Dries Van Noten to exaggerated frames paraded down the Gucci runways, you have a lot to choose from!

2019 is all about deep, earthy green shades! This year, take a stylish step away from the usual blacks and show off your aesthetic style in trendy green sunglasses for 2019!

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Checkered Over-Sized Blazers

Stripes-on-the-sides Trousers

Velvet Pants

The 90’s fashion of checkered over-sized blazers is back and women are actually loving it. It’s a very up-to-the-mark spring weather outfit which can be paired with jeans and classy wedges or heels. Shoulder pads on the sleeves is the newer trend of today which can also be acquired.

You won’t believe but the stripes are no more a sporty fashion. Women and men have embraced the stripes thing even on formal clothing. You will see women dressed in formal attire wearing striped pants. It’s an it thing of today that is suggested as a spring dressing tip for women this year around.

Know that velvet is not just for winters. Spring is a combination of chilly breezes while the sun is still out and velvet material for your clothes will be a go-to option. To have a chic look, do try the velvet pants with slouch fitting and pair it with a full sleeves upper.

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5 Spring Apparel Tips

The time of the year with perfect weather situation is right around the corner.

As spring takes over, the wardrobe will take a shift from bulky warm clothes to something milder in nature. To let you have an idea of what to wear at work or some casual parties, we have some spring dressing tips prepared for all women out there.

The White Jeans

Jumpsuits for spring

The color white not just brings class to an attire but also add a differentiating factor in one’s dressing sense. Not everybody likes to wear white pants and even from those who like to wear them, not all can carry them well. There are ways to carry the white pair of jeans – may be pair it with a denim jacket in light blue, or a double breasted blazer. A pink collar shirt would also look great with these pants.

Wearing jumpsuit as a kid looked super cute on all. Let’s revive the look in even cuter fashion this spring? Let the inner child inside you get out and embrace the adulthood in style. Jumpsuit is a perfect spring dressing tip for women. The material could either be denim – VERY HOT or something in cotton as well. For some women, jumpsuits go from neck to toe but newer trends brought in front of us sleeveless jumpsuits that go down covering half of the legs – looking super cute! Wear a nice bow hair band to complete the look.

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GRAND LAUNCH OF THE ORGANIC PHARMACY PRODUCTS AT

HEAVENLY SPA BY WESTIN

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eavenly Spa by Westin has recently

She added: “ We are committed to taking good care of

launched the new line of products, The

our guests’ health and wellbeing. We are pleased to use a

Organic Pharmacy, with the presence of

product composed of natural ingredients and healthy for

the Managing Director of The Organic

the skin in all sort of treatments such as facial, hair and

Pharmacy Mr. Daniel White, the brand ambassador Laila

massage . And I am happy to announce that the products

Asid and a significant number of media and influencers.

will be available for retail in Heavenly® Spa at affordable

The Organic Pharmacy is a health and beauty company,

prices for those who would like to use them on a daily

well-recognised for its natural and herbal

basis.”

products,

founded in 2002 in London by a husband-wife team, Margo & Francesco Marrone. The foundation for the brand has been to choose the best botanical and toxin-free dermatological application for the skin and body, whilst combining expertise, formulation and science to deliver exceptional results. Today, they have global presence in 28 countries worldwide including Qatar.

Commenting on the launch, Sibille Buchholzer-Juen, Director of the Heavenly Spa at the Westin Doha Hotel and spa said: “ We are truly excited to incorporate The Organic Pharmacy brand within our range of products and we are thrilled to deliver such exceptional products in our spa. Our team of experts have been well-trained and are ready to provide the most soothing and reviving touches among a wide variety of new treatments to our guests, making sure that they leave feeling rejuvenated.”

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From his side, Mr. Daniel White, Managing Director of The Organic Pharmacy said: “Westin Doha has brought novelty by having the new range at Heavenly Spa. The introduction of the brand will certainly add value to the the wellness offerings and it goes well with Westin’s brand pillars which focus on health and wellbeing of the guests.” She added: “I am excited to be here today at the launch and explain more to the media and guests about our environmentally-friendly and real natural products.”

Heavenly Spa is located on the Mezzanine Floor at The Westin Doha Hotel & Spa. WestinWORKOUT Fitness Studio, Spa Facilities and Wet Area are open daily from 6AM until 10PM.

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Nail Care Tips

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Long, strong, healthy nails are possible - if you don’t fall prey to myths and old wives tales!

Experts tell you what you need to know

1. Don’t cut or manipulate cuticles.

In a respected German study that evaluated 45 people with

Whether you have your nails professionally groomed or do them

severe nail problems, 2.5 milligrams of biotin daily for several

yourself, the No. 1 recommendation is leave your cuticles alone.

months benefited everyone with 91% of the 45 citing significant

“The cuticle is the natural barrier to fungus and bacteria -- and

improvement. Dermatologists say to get the effect, it’s vital

once you breach that, protection is lost,” she says. This will not

that you take the prescription strength, therapeutic level of

only make cuticles look worse -- red, swollen, and ragged -- but

2.5 milligrams daily. Some nail products also contain silicon

may also land you a nasty infection that harms the nail bed and

and the supplement MSM, two other nutrients associated

leads to permanent nail damage. And while cutting cuticles

with nail health. The one supplement that won’t work: Gelatin.

holds the most potential for harm, pushing them back can cause

Experts say eating or soaking in it won’t do a thing to increase nail

problems as well.

strength and a liquid soak may actually waterlog and eventually weaken nails. There is little scientific evidence that supplements

2. Use nail hardeners sparingly or not at all.

or nail products containing calcium, yeast, or fluoride have any

The take-home message here is that a lot of them do more

significant impact on nail health either.

damage than good,”. These products are not studied clinically, so most claims are not backed up by science. Unless nails are

5. Limit professional manicures.

exceptionally weak and fragile, most people don’t benefit from

While it’s hard to beat the pampering luxury of a pedicure or

a nail hardener. Healthy nails are flexible nails, so to keep yours

manicure, a study showed those who indulged regularly were the

from breaking, avoid anything that makes them more brittle.

most likely to suffer from dry, brittle nails. The doctors theorize that exposure to more chemicals and harsher ingredients may

3. Moisturize the nail bed and the cuticle.

be one reason. Women who get manicures frequently suffer

While there is little in the way of medical data showing that

from chronic nail bed infections, evidenced by puffy, reddened

moisturizing the nail bed will help nails grow, it can make

areas around the base of the nail. “When you look at your finger

cuticles look better and help protect nails from breaking due to

sideways the area around your nail bed should be flat.

a lack of moisture. “If your nails are prone to breakage, it could

One way to reduce problems, say the experts, is to take your own

mean they need moisture -- and putting oil around the cuticle

tools to the manicure. This will definitely cut down on the risk of

helps moisturize the entire nail, which will reduce the incidence

infections and help ensure a healthier experience.

of chipping, cracking, and splitting”.

6. Avoid acetone-based polish removers.

4. Take biotin supplements.

“The one product that all dermatologists agree you should avoid

In several studies, researchers found that supplements of biotin

if you have brittle nails is acetone nail polish remover. It has been

(a member of the vitamin B family) increased nail thickness and

documented time and again that it strips the nails, causing them

prevented splitting and breaking.

to become brittle which is something was found in the study as well”.

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kin health is probably the most important aspect of natural beauty-enhancement. Below you will find the top 10 best skin care tips. Though there are certainly more important tips to getting the most beautiful skin possible, this skin care tips list is limited to the top 10 that cover the critical points.

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Know Your Skin Type.

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NEVER use body soap on the face.

Determining your skin type is the first thing that must

This type of soap is meant for use below the neck.

be done because it will determine the products you

Only use cleansers that are made for the face

choose and the daily regimen that you will follow. There

because they are much more gentle on your skin.

is no one product that will suit every skin type. Your type will be classified as dry, oily, or combination. Look for products that specifically deal with your particular type.

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Use Sunscreen.

This point cannot be stressed enough. Using sunscreen will protect your skin against the harmful

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Drink Plenty of Water.

UV radiation from the sun. You may think that if it’s

This cannot be stressed enough. Drinking lots of water

cloudy that you don’t need sunscreen, but that’s not

will keep your skin moist and will aid in your overall

true. Skin cancer can be caused by exposure to UV

health. Your skin is the biggest organ of your body and

rays so don’t forget this very important skin care tip.

it requires a lot of water in order to be at its best. This is one of the most important tips for overall best skin care.

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Exercise and get plenty of sleep.

Both are essential for great skin and overall health.

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Cleanse the skin twice a day.

Lack of sleep and lack of exercise are both causes

Every day we are exposed to dust, free radicals and

of sagging skin and wrinkles. Both exercise and

outside pollutants that can damage our skin. Even

sleep will help you to overcome any stress in

though our skin doesn’t look “dirty”, we must be sure to

your life which makes you look and feel better.

cleanse regularly and twice a day is the recommended amount. When bathing or cleansing your face, use

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Don’t ignore skin conditions.

lukewarm water instead of very hot or very cold water

Be sure to pay attention to your skin and if you

because both of those may damage the skin as well.

notice any abnormalities, consult your dermatologist immediately. It’s best to find out what the condition

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Treat your skin gently.

Scrubbing the skin or exfoliating too often is not

is before you start self-diagnosing and treating it yourself, which could lead to more problems.

good for your skin. Never rub, but gently massage the cleanser into your face using upward circular motions.

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Try to beat stress.

As you age, the skin loses its elasticity and rubbing

Though we all have stress in our lives, there are ways

it or pulling it can actually cause the skin to sag.

to lessen it. Understand that stress is harmful in so many ways to your health and to your appearance. It

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Use a moisturizer.

Dry skin looks bad because it’s not getting the proper

will harm the skin as well so be mindful of this and try to do things to help lessen the stress in your life.

nutrients that it needs. The dryness will actually cause your outer layer of skin to crack which results in an unattractive look. Choose a moisturizer that is right for your skin type and apply it over damp skin. Also ensure it’s a good quality product that contains the necessary nutrients for best skin care.

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Things to Consider Before

Cosmetic Surgery

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f you are thinking of a cosmetic surgery, don’t just rush in for a cosmetic procedure, as this is something that can change your life and the way you think about yourself, so best would be to conduct a detailed research about the

procedure, find all that you should know about the procedure and then only go for the final surgery, if you are convinced enough.

Here are certain points that you need to consider before undergoing a cosmetic surgery: Are you doing it for yourself? At times we hear reasons for cosmetic surgery, such as, I want a breast reduction or a breast augmentation not because I think they are not well, but because my boyfriend or my husband thinks they are not in shape, or I want to do a botox or dermal filler because I think my husband doesn’t find me attractive anymore, if your reason is something that matches the above mentioned, please do not undergo, because there is nothing that satisfies others need and no matter what results you might attain after your surgery, you will never be happy.

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Are you medically fit? Minor disorders, such as an imbalanced blood pressure can make it tough for you to recover from a major procedure, so before considering any kind of cosmetic surgery it would be best for you to undergo a medical health checkup as prescribed by your cosmetic surgeon, to avoid any kind of complications during or after the procedure.

Don’t be the lab mice: With rising competition in the field of cosmetic surgery, cosmetic surgeons are always on the run to find new and advanced techniques and they will be experimenting it on you, so if a cosmetic surgeon introduces you with a totally new procedure or technique and tells you that this procedure is better and will enhance your looks, the best would be to ask him about the patients that have already taken the procedure and what were the outcomes and about any possible complication after the procedure.

Do you want to be someone else? If you want to undergo this surgery because you wanted to be like your favorite actress or actor, the best would be to ditch your plan for undergoing a cosmetic surgery, reason being no two people can have the same body structure, jawline or lip line or any part of the body, that can exactly be replicated to someone else body.

Though your cosmetic surgeon might try to get a close enough result, at the end you will lose your identity. The best would be to stay as natural as you can and try to enhance your own beauty rather than to be like someone else.

Be realistic: No you definitely cannot be “Tom Cruise” or “Shakira” after your cosmetic surgery, but you can be a better version of yourself. It’s best for you to have realistic goals from a cosmetic surgery procedure, so you don’t feel disappointed with the end results of your surgery.

Considering the points mentioned above will definitely help you with the decision of whether you want to undergo a cosmetic surgery or not. And if your answer is still “YES” then search for the best clinic, do a detailed research about the cosmetic surgeons and select the best cosmetic surgeon that suits all your needs.

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Before considering any kind of cosmetic surgery it would be best for you to undergoa medical health checkup

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In every coffee bean, rich and complex flavors await. Put these tips into practice and you’ll soon be sipping your way to bliss.

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5 SECRETS to brewing the perfect cup of coffee at home

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cup of steaming rich coffee is one of life’s simple pleasures, especially if you have some extra time to linger over those roasty aromas and flavors at your favorite coffee shop.

The good news is you don’t have to be a barista to achieve the same results at home.

Apply these expert secrets to unlocking the full potential of your favorite coffee bean to make perfectly balanced yet flavorful java.

Even if you elect to try just one or two of these tips, getting your daily caffeine fix will feel more like a special weekend treat.

Step one: Always go with the freshest beans you can find Coffee connoisseurs will differ as to whether a light roast or dark tastes best, but all agree on the power of starting with fresh beans. Before you measure and grind, give them a visual inspection. They should be glossy in appearance, keeping in mind that darker roasts give off more sheen than light roast or decaffeinated beans do.

Step two: Achieve balance with a food scale As a rule, you’ll need 2 tablespoons of ground coffee for every 6 ounces of water used. However, if you have a food scale, getting into the habit of weighing beans instead of using the scoop ensures more consistent results. As a rule, 2 tablespoons amounts to 10.6 grams; from there, you may adjust up and down slightly until you find the perfect balance that pleases your taste buds. Because freshly ground beans are more flavorful than stale, take care to grind only what’s needed per batch.

Step three: Unlock the magic of spices To curate your cup with unique flavors and aromas, try adding Simply Organic Pre-Brew Spice Blends, a precut blend of organic spices, to your ground coffee beans before brewing.

Whether you opt for the warmth of ginger and clove in Pumpkin Spices or rise and shine with the cinnamon and anise in Awaken Spices, any brewing method makes a perfectly spiced cup free of sugars and additives. To discover how to create your favorite coffee-shop treat right at home, visit SimplyOrganic.com.

Step four: Not too hot!

If you’re using a coffee maker, you won’t have much control over water temperature.

If you’re using a French press or pour-over coffee maker, keep in mind that boiling water makes bitter coffee. When you put the kettle on, use a thermometer to make sure the water gets to a range of 195 to 205 degrees Fahrenheit before it makes contact with the ground coffee. Finally, if you’re using tap water, consider filtering it first.

Things like chlorine and water softening agents can get in the way of those rich, subtle flavor profiles.

Step five: Serving up the perfect cup Coffee is best when enjoyed freshly brewed. At this point, you can further customize your cup by adding sweetener and dairy. To achieve a more unique flavor, experiment with honey, agave nectar or even maple syrup. To create a latte at home, you don’t need an espresso machine to make frothed milk. Everyday kitchen tools like a blender, a whisk or a mixer can help you achieve the thick, foamy texture you love.

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T O P “10” REASONS TO EAT MORE

FRUITS & VEGETABLES

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V U L P U TAT E P HA R E T R A

1 / / Eating more fruits and vegetables as part of a healthy diet may help you reduce your risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease and some forms of cancer.

2 / / The fiber in fruits and vegetables may help to lower blood cholesterol levels.

3 / / Eating more fruits and vegetables may help reduce your chance of Type 2 diabetes.

4 / / Generally, fruits and vegetables are lower in calories than many other foods, so choosing to eat more fruits and vegetables can help to lower your overall calorie intake.

5 / / Foods that are rich in potassium like oranges and bananas may help you maintain a healthy blood pressure.

6 / / Almost all fruits and many vegetables are low in fat and sodium. Also, fruits and vegetables are naturally cholesterol 7 / / Eating whole fruits and vegetables adds fiber to your diet. Fiber fills you up. This feeling of fullness may help you maintain your weight.

8 / / If you are a woman of childbearing age or in your first trimester of pregnancy, you need folate (folic acid), a nutrient that is found in fruits and vegetables. Folate reduces the risk of birth defects during your baby’s development.

9 / / Fruits and vegetables contain phytochemicals (plant compounds) that may help prevent or delay disease and help you maintain good health.

1 0 / / And finally, here’s a great reason to eat more fruits and vegetables – the variety of colors, flavors, and textures that fruits and vegetables bring to meals and snacks.

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DISCOVER LISBON ROOTED IN TRADITION AND PROUD OF HER RICH HISTORY AND LINEAGE

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trip to Lisbon is a study in the different dimensions which make up this beautiful city. One of the leading players in shaping the renaissance in Europe and today a bustling center for the arts, a trip to Lisbon is also a trip into the cultural richness of not just Portugal

but also that of the entirety of Europe. One of the other defining features of the city of Lisbon is of course its water. Located close to water, one of the leading attractions of the city of Lisbon is of course its waterways. As meandering alley ways take you past some of the oldest buildings in this picturesque city, the Atlantic Ocean creates a perfect contrast with the whitewashed buildings that mark the identity of the city of Lisbon.

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Built on the area covered by seven hills, Lisbon is characterized by a climate that is comfortably moderate all through the year.

Thus, you can choose almost any time of the year to travel to this beautiful land, thanks to its cool summers and pleasant winters, which is quite unlike most of the other European cities.

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One of the most popular tourist destinations in the city which showcase the strong features of medieval architectural influence in the city of Lisbon as well as the whole of Portugal is of course, the Castelo de São Jorge. Also known as St. George’s Castle, the Castelo de São Jorge is definitely the first place which you should visit while in Lisbon. A castle that is located atop a hill, this beautiful place provides you with a complete bird’s-eye view of the entire city of Lisbon complete with some of the most spectacular views of the sea, the river, and the valley through which the river flows. A short walk from this beautiful medieval castle takes you past the most charming winding roads with their characteristically pebbled look to the village of Alfama, a village that even today has successfully retained its old world look, which is today combined with the best of modern technology.

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Wander through the quaint streets

Chiado is another of the places

of this beautiful neighborhood

in the city of Lisbon which holds

which has some very marked

and preserves some of the most

influences of Moorish culture and

medieval influences of the city.

art, which completely gives it a

Today a bustling shopping area,

look that is unique in the whole

a walk through the stoned walk

of Europe. Added to this is the

ways of this beautiful place is just

Aqueduto das Aguas Livres, an

the perfect way in which you can

aqueduct, which was built around

make sure that your shopping trip

the period of the eighteenth century

coincides with the sightseeing

and today one of the most visited

activities that Lisbon is so famous

tourist attractions within the city

for! Besides being the most popular

of Lisbon. The Aqueduto das Aguas

area of night clubs within the city of

Livres is also home to the largest

Lisbon, this is also a thriving artist’s

stone arch in the world which is

colony.

another reason for its popularity with the tourist to Lisbon.

Lisbon is characterized by a climate that is comfortably moderate all through the year

Top Things to Do in Lisbon • Walk through Alfama’s narrow streets and feel like you’ve taken a step back in time • Climb the hill to explore the Lisbon Castle and the Castle of Sao Jorge • Visit the House of Spikes (Casa dos Bicos) • Walk around Baixa • Take the Elevador de Santa Justa • Check out Lisbon from my favorite viewpoint—Miradouro de Sao Pedro de Alcantara • Explore Lisbon on Tram 28 • Have a delicious ice cream cone at Santini’s ice cream parlor • Go out at night to Bairro Alto for a taste of Lisbon’s nightlife

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Millennium Plaza Doha Opens Signature Restaurant

Toshi Millennium Plaza Doha announced the official opening of its highly anticipated signature restaurant Toshi this November.

Located in the busy business district of Al Sadd and boasting nearby tourism hotspots, the hotel’s 5 star offering is set to appeal to locals, business and leisure travellers alike.

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Excite your taste buds at the Asian inspired Toshi restaurant with its vibrant flavours, inventive dishes and immaculate service. Toshi is located at the Lobby level of Millennium Plaza Doha, with panoramic windows overlooking Suhaim Bin Hamad Street. The Heart-warming and welcoming restaurant serves Pan

It’s a passion for Asian Food

Asian cuisine and is an exotic experience of the best in Asian hospitality. The mouth-watering menu takes inspiration from the finest flavours Asia has to offer with specialities from Thailand, China, and Japan. Seafood connoisseurs are in for a real treat with the signature dish, Japanese Sushi. Using only the finest ingredients, Toshi will keep you hungry for more.

is not just a restaurant it’s a passion for Asian food.”

The stylish Asian interiors use an updated colour palette inspired by earthy tones, subtly highlighted with bronze and gold. Set against an open kitchen, guests are able to witness first-hand as culinary master pieces are expertly

The elegant fine dining restaurant, helmed by the highly

created on the Teppanyaki grill. Those after a little more

experienced Asian Chefs, is set to become a favourite

privacy for important business meetings or special

among the residents of Doha. “Without a doubt, we are

occasions, a private dining room that seats 10 people

very excited and proud to launch Toshi restaurant, first of

is available. No matter what the occasion is, Toshi will

its kind, and well ahead of similar operations in Qatar.”

deliver an unforgettable dining experience.

Said Ehab Barghouth General Manager of Millennium Plaza Doha, he also added “instead of visiting Asia to have a food journey we brought Asia to you. For us Toshi

Toshi is open 6 PM – 11:30 PM midnight every day.

For reservations, please call +9744041699

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Table Manners

What are the table top taboos ? by: Dr.Marie Abou Rached

Table manners are very esssential in a formal and in an unformal dinner.

It helps others and us to be more comfortable and more confident while eating.

Table manners needs knowledge and practice on daily basis so it becomes a habit and easy to be applied in public. Here are few things to avoid.

1. Don’t ask to taste someone’s else food or to offer anyone to taste your food.

2. Take small bites and keep your mouth closed while eating.

3. Don’t talk with food in your mouth.

4. Don’t eat too fast or too slow.

5. Don’t use your fingers to eat.

6. Don’t raise the plate with your mouth in order to eat the left food in the plate.

7. keep the back straight while eating. (Don’t lean on the table to eat) 8. The salt and the pepper (also the cream and the sugar) travel together.

So if someone asks for one of them, you have to pass both together.

9. Don’t blow on hot foof to make it cooler.

10. Don’t drink water if your mouth is full of food.

11. Don’t mix food in the plate.

12. Once flatware is picked up, it should never touch the table again.

13. Don’t fill the glass of water to the edge. (but to it’s ¾) 14. Don’t look to anyone while drinking, but to the glass bottom.

15. Don’t raise the glass up, so the waiter fills it with water or other drinks.

16. - Don’t ask the waiter to get more bread.

17. If you need to grab anything from the table, don’t tend your hand or lean on the table to get it. Ask the nearest person to help you.

18. Don’t dip the bread in the sauce and eat it with the hand.

19. Don’t use the napkin as a bib or to use it to blow the nose.

20. Don’t use toothpick to clean the teeth.

21. Don’t place your personnal items on the dining table (such as cell phones, keys, etc.)

22. Don’t smoke at the table.

23. Don’t fix your makeup or your hair styling while sitting on the table.

24. Don’t give any negative comment about the food.

25. Don’t make any sound while shewing the food or while drinking.

26. No laughing or yawning, if needed cover the mouth with the hand.