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LIQUIDO

Featuring active wear and swimwear, Brazilian brand Liquido opens up shop at J3 Mall on Al Wasl Road. Marking the label’s first international concept, the new store stocks beachwear, fitness wear, casual wear, yoga wear and kids wear.

MICHELE BELAU

A new name to look out for at City Walk, the Brazilian brand (we’re beginning to favor them!) recently unveiled its Spring 2015 collection that reinvents femininity, romanticism and sophistication this season.

URBANIST

Urbanist is design-focused, bringing …

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Jaguar Style Stakes winners crowned at 2015 Dubai World Cup

Dubai’s racing calendar came to an end on Saturday evening with yet another outstanding turnout to the world’s richest horse race, the 2015 Dubai World Cup. Attracting the very best international and local talent from the world of horse racing, the event also saw hundreds of Dubai’s dedicated fashion followers competing for the top spots in the iconic Jaguar Style Stakes.

Once again, the Jaguar Style Stakes arena …

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Runway Notebook: MB Fashion Week Madrid – Entry #5

JUANJO OLIVA

Oliva’s eclectic Fall 2015 collection points to a few design influences, from retro to gothic to city chic. The highlight pieces are found in the subline of whiteout looks, including a number of interesting takes on the sartorially ambiguous jumpsuit.

Post by La Moda Dubai.

MIGUEL VIEIRA

Portugal native Vieira unveils some of the sharpest looks we have seen in seasons. Intricate brocades, jacquard and two-tone textiles add …

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Runway Notebook: MB Fashion Week Madrid – Entry #2

ETXEBERRIA

Spanish menswear line Etxeberria takes suiting to another level with its AW 2015 collection. Featuring alternative silhouettes, functional cuts and luxe materials, the house creates a collection of suits and separates for the daring man.

DAVIDELFIN

Set in a gothic show where models sashayed on black carpet runway along a line of lit candles, the Davidelfin collection is devoid of colour, yet rich in innovation in terms …

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Runway Notebook: MB Fashion Week Madrid – Entry #3

JUAN VIDAL

Subdued, romantic hues together with enchanting floral prints are the order of the day for Juan Vidal’s AW 2015 showcase in Madrid. Ruffled sheer fabrics combined with wool and feathers give the line an overall intriguing appeal. Sport luxe, while still imposing its fashion relevance, get a feminine redux with floral bomber jackets and high-tops in a satin shimmer finish.

Post by La Moda Dubai.

JUANA MARTIN

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Runway Notebook: MB Fashion Week Madrid – Entry #4

ULISES MERIDA

Using no other color but various shades of blue and green, Merida was able to concoct an eye-catching collection that gives a nod to Parisian chic with a dash of Spanish flavor. Contemporary visual twists like hex brocades, geometric ruffles and smooth swishes found throughout the collection add a hint of edginess to the structured prim and proper lady. It’s definitely one of our favorite lines so …

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Runway Notebook: MB Fashion Week Madrid – Entry #1

DESIGUAL

Desigual sticks to its guns and features its signature busy designs for Fall 2015. Prints and patchwork galore deviate from the season´s traditional greys.

DUYOS

With the exception of a few sequins pieces, Duyos was all about clean lines, soft fabrics and the many dimensions of fur.

ROBERTO VERINO

Verino unleashes a Spanish take on London´s iconic cosmopolitan grunge. With all kinds of twists to various British …

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Manbag sales offset decline in ladies’ handbags

Double-digit sales growth among bags worn by men, especially sport equipment bags and handbags, held the $11.5 billion U.S. accessory bag market steady during the 12 months ending December 2014. This occurred despite sales declines in the largest category, women’s handbags, according to global information company, The NPD Group.

In 2014, 5 percent fewer handbags were sold for use by women than in the prior 12-month period, noteworthy …

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Get that dewy look from Dior’s SS2015 couture show

Want to get the fresh, dewy look that models at Dior’s Spring/Summer 2015 Haute Couture show sported? Peter Philips, Creative and Image Director for Dior Make-Up, explains how to get it down to a tee.

He used pure, luminous make-up that provides a soft match to the psychedelic inspiration of the collection created by Raf Simons.“I wanted to create make-up that gives a sense of fluidity, clarity and appeasement. …

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