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DUTCH COUTURIER & LATIN AMERICAN DESIGNER

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DUTCH COUTURIER & LATIN AMERICAN DESIGNER

Dutch couture house Chic & Holland showcased their SS26 collection, ‘300 Hours,’ at Dubai Fashion Week, emphasizing the craftsmanship and time invested in each gown. Featuring precision-cut crystal embellishments and sculpted corsetry, the collection captured the essence of European royalty and baroque design. Celebrities also graced the runway, with Dubai Bling star LJ Loujain Adada opening the show in a dazzling crystal-embellished nude gown, and Bollywood actress Chitrangda Singh showcasing a stunning nude gown with…

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POWERFUL CULTURAL STATEMENT

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POWERFUL CULTURAL STATEMENT

The Spring/Summer 2026 season at Dubai Fashion Week was a showcase of cultural fusion and creative storytelling, and leading the charge was Les Benjamins with their new collection, “El Gringo.” Known for its ability to blend Eastern and Western influences, the brand created a captivating narrative that explored the journey of a “gringo” from the Near East to Mexico. The collection beautifully melded visual motifs, such as geometric patterns reminiscent of both Anatolian kilims and…

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RESILIENCE OF MALAYSIAN CULTURE & COUTURE

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RESILIENCE OF MALAYSIAN CULTURE & COUTURE

The Spring/Summer 2026 edition of Dubai Fashion Week (DFW) commenced with an impressive lineup of regional and global fashion talents, setting the tone for a spectacular event. Malaysian designer duo Rizman Ruzaini opened the runway shows with their captivating ‘RIMBA’ collection, marking the brand’s 20th anniversary. Drawing inspiration from Southeast Asia’s ancient rainforests, the ‘RIMBA’ collection combined culture and couture, weaving elements of flora, fauna, and the resilience of the Malayan tiger into the designs….

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DIORS GRACEFUL LIAISONS

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DIORS GRACEFUL LIAISONS

“Monsieur Dior was in love with the era, as he was with British culture, of which echoes persist,” In 2025, Jonathan Anderson made history by becoming the first designer in 70 years to assume creative control over all of Dior’s fashion lines since the brand’s founder, Christian Dior. Anderson’s journey began when he was appointed head designer for Dior’s Men’s collections. Just two months later, in June 2025, he was promoted to the role of…

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CANALI CULTURE 90 YEARS

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CANALI CULTURE 90 YEARS

“You cannot manage, what you cannot measure” Stefano CANALI. Premium Italian menswear brand Canali recently held a gala event in Mumbai to commemorate its 90th anniversary in partnership with Reliance Brands Limited. The immersive celebration attracted the city’s fashion-forward crowd, including Canali’s CEO and president, Stefano Canali. The event highlighted Canali’s rich heritage and ongoing commitment to craftsmanship, elegance, and style. As part of the festivities, the brand showcased its Anniversary Capsule Collection, an innovative…

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DIOR’S AFFAIR WITH INDIA

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DIOR’S AFFAIR WITH INDIA

Christian Dior, the iconic French fashion house, has a long-standing connection with India that dates back to its inception. The brand’s founder, Christian Dior, featured an Indian-inspired ensemble in his debut collection in 1947, demonstrating his admiration for the country’s rich culture and intricate craftsmanship. The bond between Dior and India continued to flourish under the creative direction of Marc Bohan, who helmed the brand from the 1960s to the 1980s. Bohan further strengthened this…

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AFICIONADOS AT DESIGN MUMBAI

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AFICIONADOS AT DESIGN MUMBAI

As part of the Montgomery Group’s global event series, Design Mumbai 2024 was a resounding success, attracting over 9,200 professional visitors, trade focused design professionals and aficionados attended, including CEOs and founders, architects, interior designers, developers, commercial specifiers, retailers, dealers, distributors, brand directors, film production specialists showcased a diverse array of contemporary design brands from around the globe, including the UK, Italy, Sweden, and France. This international presence contributed to the event’s dynamic and cosmopolitan…

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HERITAGE AND MODERNITY UNITE IN FUSION FASHION

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HERITAGE AND MODERNITY UNITE IN FUSION FASHION

In a harmonious blend of heritage and modernity, acclaimed fashion designer Tarun Tahiliani showcased his latest collection, ‘Languid’ SS25, at the prestigious Blenders Pride Fashion Tour powered by FDCI. True to his signature style, Tahiliani presented a captivating vision of effortless sophistication, where the grace of tradition seamlessly intertwines with contemporary craftsmanship. The ‘Languid’ SS25 collection featured a delightful fusion of elegant silhouettes and intricate detailing, reflecting Tahiliani’s mastery in blending classic Indian aesthetics with…

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ETHOS & CULTURE OF ART DUBAI

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ETHOS & CULTURE OF ART DUBAI

Art Dubai, the premier international art fair for the Middle East and Global South, successfully concluded its 17th edition, which took place from March 1 to 3, 2024, with VIP previews on 28 and 29 February, at the Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai. The event showcased over 120 contemporary, modern, and digital gallery presentations, with more than 65% of the exhibits representing artists and galleries from the Global South. Art Dubai is held under the patronage…

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INDIA’S BEST PRACTICES FOR CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

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INDIA’S BEST PRACTICES FOR CORPORATE GOVERNANCE

In April 2023, TiE Mumbai, in collaboration with Nishith Desai Associates and the Indian presidency of the G-20 2023, organized an exclusive think tank event at Imaginarium Aligunjan in Alibaug. This private enclave, which was also supported by Startup20, brought together over 30 leading unicorns and top venture capital funds. The event was conducted under the guidance of Amitabh Kant, the Government of India’s G-20 Sherpa, and international lawyer Nishith Desai, Founder of Nishith Desai…

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