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Topic: Fashion weeks

Fashion Forward is bringing Middle Eastern style to the world

The UAE-based fashion designer Ayesha Depala. Jaime Puebla / The National

Apr 21, 2013

Fashion Forward aims to showcase the work of regional designers with an educational twist.  Read Article Fashion Forward is bringing Middle Eastern style to the world

This autumn, revel in the lavish details

Camouflage python green bag from Zagliani Romeo. Courtesy Zagliani Romeo

Mar 12, 2013

There is no easier way to update your wardrobe for the season than with some must-have accessories. We look at the hottest trends Read Article This autumn, revel in the lavish details

In charge of the crowning glory

Jan 21, 2013

The hairdresser Lasse Petterson explains his styling choices for the models participating in Muscat Fashion Week.  Read Article In charge of the crowning glory

With Darya Kovalenko at Muscat Fashion Week

The model Darya Kovalenko. Courtesy Muscat Fashion Week.

Jan 21, 2013

The Ukrainian model Darya Kovalenko flew in for Muscat Fashion Week from her home in Dubai. Read Article With Darya Kovalenko at Muscat Fashion Week

 

C'est Moi is putting the luxe into boho at Muscat Fashion Week

Rashmi Kumari, the C'est Moi designer, backstage at Muscat Fashion Week. Courtesy Muscat Fashion Week

Jan 21, 2013

The Dubai-based label C'est Moi comes off a successful outing at Muscat Fashion Week.  Read Article C'est Moi is putting the luxe into boho at Muscat Fashion Week

 

Gulf designers catch Hilary Alexander's eye at Muscat Fashion Week

Jan 17, 2013

The Telegraph fashion journalist Hilary Alexander is on the ground for Muscat Fashion Week.  Read Article Gulf designers catch Hilary Alexander's eye at Muscat Fashion Week

 

Zhor Rais: 'An ambassador for kaftans'

The designer Zhor Rais showed her 36-piece kaftan collection, Muscat Fashion Week. Courtesy Muscat Fashion Week

Jan 17, 2013

The Moroccan designer continues her mission to modernise the the piece for women at Muscat Fashion Week.  Read Article Zhor Rais: 'An ambassador for kaftans'

 

Top notch labels come to Abu Dhabi

Nov 25, 2012

The inaugural World Luxury Fashion Week will be held at Etihad Towers in Abu Dhabi for four nights beginning tonight. We have the lowdwon on what to expect. Read Article Top notch labels come to Abu Dhabi

 

A beginner's guide to the fashion show

Sep 28, 2012

Perhaps we need to start with the basics; get down to the point of things and how the whole fairground ride of the fashion show works. Read Article A beginner's guide to the fashion show

 

Trendspotting at New York Fashion Week

The model Karlie Kloss wears a look on the runway for Rag & Bone. Amanda Schwab / Starpix / AP Photo

Sep 13, 2012

From fluoro to Art Deco, we scour the runways of New York Fashion Week and pick spring's most important trends. Read Article Trendspotting at New York Fashion Week

 

Dainty and dashing are the order of the season on Paris catwalks

Jul 09, 2012

Flowers are in – for men as well as women – and veils are making a surprise appearance. We round up the looks of the season at the latest haute couture shows in Paris. Read Article Dainty and dashing are the order of the season on Paris catwalks

 

African fashion designers step into spotlight

The designers Temikayo Binitie and Tsemaye Binitie at New York Fashion Week. Mark Von Holden / Getty Images for Arise Made in Africa / AFP

May 02, 2012

Deemed a coming of age by some, the work of Africa's fashion designers is having a major impact on trends around the world. Read Article African fashion designers step into spotlight

 

Paris Fashion Week has designers strutting their serious stuff

New York sassiness made an appearance at Kenzo's show, with credit going to the brand's creative directors Humberto Leon and Carol Lim. Pierre Verdy / AFP

Mar 08, 2012

A round-up of Paris Fashion Week, where the catwalks were filled with heavy black wool and strong lines, the soundtracks sported grinding techno and the models stomped like angry robots.  Read Article Paris Fashion Week has designers strutting their serious stuff

 

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NEW YORK - AUGUST 30: A general view of the Unisphere during day one of the 2010 U.S. Open at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center on August 30, 2010 in the Flushing neighborhood of the Queens borough of New York City. (Photo by Chris McGrath/Getty Images)

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Dubai dart tournament promises to be exciting

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 01: Raymond van Barneveld of The Netherlands arrives for his match against Gary Anderson of England during the quarter finals of the 2011 Ladbrokes.com World Darts Championship at Alexandra Palace on January 1, 2011 in London, England. (Photo by Bryn Lennon/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Raymond van Barneveld

In truth, darts is one of few sports where the professionals are more often than not in no better physical shape than the rowdy crowds that cheer them on.  Dubai dart tournament promises to be exciting

Bribery laws go beyond borders

An Afghan street vendor touts prepaid Etisalat phone cards. The UAE company operates in the troubled nation, which has a reputation for corruption along with Ivory Coast and Pakistan. Mauricio Lima / AFP Photo

Companies in the UAE are finding themselves facing a legal minefield caused by the global reach of tough and sometimes conflicting US and UK anti-corruption laws. John Henzell reports.   Bribery laws go beyond borders

Mashallah: what it means, when to say it and why you should

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With Muslim families, you must say "mashallah" with every compliment lest someone think you are jealous and have the evil eye.  Mashallah: what it means, when to say it and why you should

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Vin Diesel in Fast And Furious 6. Courtesy Universal

Vin Diesel, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, Michelle Rodriguez and Gina Carano on the Fast & Furious franchise.  Fast & Furious 6 - start your engines

The collaboration of Shamma Hamdan and Jay Sean in Dubai

Jay Sean and Shamma Hamdan for Saeed Saeed's story on Coke Studios. May 2013 CREDIT: Courtesy Coke Studios

Coke Studio, now in its second season, blends Khaleeji pop with RnB.  The collaboration of Shamma Hamdan and Jay Sean in Dubai

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