The Man Reinventing Fashion

The rise of the world’s most influential designer, Virgil Abloh

The Discipline Of Real Luxury

In a rare face-to-face interview with the head of one of the most successful watch brands in the world, we sit with Jasmine Audemars to talk about luxury, the watch industry, and how offline and online will live and evolve together

The World Of Osman

If there’s any designer who knows women, it’s Osman. With the opening of his new boutique in London, he talks bohemian heritage, the universal appeal of Middle Eastern glamour and why he thinks influencers are here to stay

In Conversation With Monica Vinader

10 years since her very first creation, the Fiji bracelet, we talk to Monica about creative freedom, building a multi-million pound brand and why she loves Dubai

A Voice Of Reason

As Diversity Becomes The Regular, Shahira Yusuf Finds Herself At The Centre Of Fashion’S New Mood. But She’S Not A Muslim Model With The Same Standard Story. She Has A Lot To Say And Is Worth Listening To

The Model Of The Moment: Joan Smalls

“Hardships make me stronger”

Jet Set

A slice of cool-girl wanderlust

One Night In Paris

Emirates Woman jetted to Paris for a private party at the trendy club: Les Bains, to celebrate Olivier Rousteing’s exclusive Balmain collection for mytheresa.com. The 33-year-old creative director of Balmain and Kardashian bestie has re-interpreted 10 of his signature Balmain pieces for the German-based luxury fashion site. While Olivier, the youngest creative director in Paris since Yves Saint Laurent, dances charismatically to the camera and occasionally stops to pose with his supermodel guest, Natalia Vodianova and his #BalmainArmy, it’s clear why the charming designer, who has been at the helm of the French fashion house for the past six years, has evolved the brand into the socially iconic label that it is today. Here, Olivier discusses how music influences his work, his reputation as a ‘disrupter’ and why he’s looking forward to a quiet Christmas in his hometown of Bordeaux in the south-west of France.

A Class Act

Dorra Zarrouk is a sight to behold. The Tunisian-born, Egypt-based actress effortlessly straddles the line of beauty and brains. With a background in political sciences and a love of the arts in all forms, Dorra has an expert capacity for critical conversations – but she doesn’t like to mix the two worlds. She tells us how her parents went from being skeptics to being her biggest supporters, where she draws the line on character research and why Arab cinema could do with more fantasy

The New Wave

Fernando Garcia and Laura Kim are the founders behind the cool-meets-luxe brand, Monse. They are also the co-creative directors of Oscar de la Renta. We get to know the dynamic duo who are using their winning formula to change the face of the Parisian brand as we know it

I'll Tell You A Secret...

Egyptian superstar Nelly Karim is a force to be reckoned with. She strongly believes that women are more alike than we are different, and she has some salient advice for us all

Serenading Truths

How many singers can say their debut album was recorded as a university music project? Palestinian singer-songwriter Maysa Daw can

Unfiltered Beauty

Alicia Keys started it, Demi Lovato tried it, Christina Aguilera rocked it and now weve done it too. This is what its like to be makeup-free for a whole month

Is Diverse Beauty Just A Trend?

In an era of makeup collections with 40 foundation colours, diversity at the beauty counter would seem to be accepted, even celebrated. But ask influential makeup artists, hairstylists and photographers, and the answer is more likely that its just a start

Alternative Athens

Through the eyes of a local, we tell you about the real capital of Greece. Hint: its nothing like Paris

Jet Set

Tips from the worlds most discerning travellers

The Age Of Paris Hilton

The OG of reality TV talks love, life and money-moves

Perfect Pairings

H&Ms colourful reboot this season comes courtesy of the wild imagination of Moschinos Jeremy Scott.

The Elevated Woman

BCBGMAXAZRIA has long been our go-to for sumptuous dressing. Creative director Bernd Kroeber weighs in on the brands winning designs

Meena Home

Australian-Afghani artist Meena Sediqi pays tribute to the undiscovered beauty of wartorn countries and her attachment to both the east and west in her ongoing Instagram collage project, Meena Home

The Power Of Confidence

In celebration of Reeboks revolutionary newPureMoveSportsBrawe teamed up with five real women from the region who inspire us to be confident in our own skin

The #Skinpositivity Movement

Forget the filters, skin-clusivity is taking the beauty world – and Instagram – by storm. Emirates Woman discovers why it’s time to embrace your imperfections, acne, scars and all

The Misconceptions Of Botox

Emirates Woman talks to Dr. Khan at Nova Clinic to get the low-down on Botox

Jumeirah Dar Al Masyaf

Located in the heart of Dubai this five-star boutique hotel is the ultimate urban escape

Ahead Of The Curve

The Italian designer shaping up the fashion industry and charging the change for size inclusivity

Shine Bright Like A Diamond

Spanish Actress, Úrsula Corberó was revealed as the ambassador of Bvlgari’s new Fiorever collection at the Bvlgari Resort Dubai. Emirates Woman gets all the details…

The Spice Of Life

With a smorgasbord of African and Arabian influences, the archipelago of Zanzibar offers a paradise escape that blends history and heart.

Blown Away

Dyson not only want to hoover our homes. They also want to style our hair. We play with their latest tool: the Airwrap Styler.

Mind Your Manners

From dressing appropriately to eating at your desk, the modern work environment has thrown the rules around office etiquette into question. Brush up on your manners with our handy guide.

Music & Muses

As a world-first exhibition opens up in London this month to honour singer and style icon Prince, Emirates Woman takes a look at the enduring relationship between music and fashion