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EXUBERANT ART OF SCHIAPARELLI

Posted on July 10, 2023August 2, 2023 by Girish Bajaj. GB

“For me, dress designing is not a profession but an art.” Elsa Schiaparelli SCHIAPARELLI HAUTE COUTURE, AW23 redefines surrealism, blurring craft and art form to haute couture, totally and truly unconventional, dramatic and arrested collection. Daniel Roseberry achieved his ambition to create a dreamlike decadence and to incorporate artistic elements that evoke a sense of timelessness in his designs, which included large-scale faux fur operas, gowns covered in exploding duvets and crystal structures that defy…

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QUANTUM OF SPECTRE

Posted on June 22, 2023June 22, 2023 by Girish Bajaj. GB

“The electric car is perfectly noiseless and clean. There is no smell or vibration. They should become very useful when fixed charging stations can be arranged. But for now, I do not anticipate that they will be very serviceable – at least for many years to come.”The Hon. Charles Stewart Rolls, Co-Founder, Rolls-Royce, 1900 In the early 1900s, Charles Rolls, co-founder of Rolls-Royce, predicted the electric future of the motor car. After purchasing an electric…

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VALENTINO ITALIAN KNIGHTS

Posted on June 21, 2023June 21, 2023 by Girish Bajaj. GB

Valentino kicked off Milan Men’s Fashion Week with his “The Narratives” men’s collection, which was presented on a typical school day in the courtyard of La Statale (Milan’s public university), a Renaissance-style building situated in a picturesque setting. The show was accompanied by a live performance from rap and indie artist d4vd, which was visible from the courtyard’s loggia. The theme of the show was centered around Piccioli’s softening of traditional masculine conventions, subtly deconstructing…

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CHANEL LOVE FOR HOLLYWOOD

Posted on May 23, 2023May 23, 2023 by Girish Bajaj. GB

The Resort 2024 show of Chanel was held at the renowned Paramount Studios in Los Angeles, demonstrating the brand’s enduring association with Hollywood. An expansive movie screen dominated the set, with double C’s everywhere, the runway resembling a basketball court that was later transformed into an after-party roller rink. Models walked down the runway, with the film backdrop featuring the iconic Los Angeles skyline and beach. The collection featured a more feminine and youthful style…

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GUCCI HOMAGE TO S KOREA

Posted on May 23, 2023 by Girish Bajaj. GB

Gucci presented the Cruise 2024 collection at the ceremonial courtyard of the 14th-century Gyeongbokgung Palace, located in the heart of Seoul. The collection reflects the style language developed by the digital generation of interconnected communities from around the world. It is a synthesis of the House’s history and the current electrifying influence of South Korea. “From fashion and beauty to music and art, the worldwide impact of contemporary South Korean culture is a shining example of the global connectivity…

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DUBAI FASHION WEEK PT 1

Posted on May 2, 2023May 2, 2023 by Girish Bajaj. GB

The official Dubai Fashion Week, which kicked off in March 2023 with an intimate event was attended by dignitaries, government officials, fashion and cultural media, to become the region’s defining fashion event. Lili Blanc Lili Blanc presented her “Flamme femme” collection at the Dubai Fashion Week on the heels of her Paris Fashion Week show, which was part of a partnership between the Fashion Council of the Arab Republic of Jordan and the Federation de…

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AMATO 25 INCREDIBLE YEARS

Posted on April 24, 2023 by Girish Bajaj. GB

Amato celebrated 25 years of Amato Couture, his retrospective’s iconic designs were showcased at the debut of the Dubai Fashion Week. There is alot more to Amato than just provocative shows, as the award-winning Amato’s approach to fashion is avant-garde and dramatic. His designs are sensual, mystical edgy and exude sex appeal, sensuality and elegance. Over the past years in our business, we have produced some exceptional pieces. This collection, entitled ‘Untainted,’ was showcased, all…

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DUBAI DEBUTS FASHION WEEK

Posted on April 20, 2023April 20, 2023 by Girish Bajaj. GB

The official Dubai Fashion Week, which kicked off in March 2023 with an intimate event attended by dignitaries, government officials, fashion and cultural media, has become the region’s defining fashion event. Dubai Fashion Week (DFW) witnessed the highest popularity amongst all the fashion shows in Dubai and with all runway shows and events saw a full house each night, with buyers and designers from the major global fashion capitals out in full force. This global…

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ETHEREAL ELEGANCE OF FERRAGAMO

Posted on April 16, 2023 by Girish Bajaj. GB

Ferragamo celebrated the launch of the Maximilian Davis Spring/Summer 23 collection with a styling masterclass at the Dubai Mall boutique with Lana Katramiz & Gael Hojali. Flashes of fetishism, including glossy leathers, second-skin fits, and micro shorts, contradict the lazy, seaside elegance of modern Hollywood. Tank tops, polo necks, and leggings are examples of elevated everyday basics. Their simplicity makes them seem almost wicked. Easy knits are either wide-woven to show the flesh underneath or…

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DUBAI NAVIGATES INSURANCE ECOSYSTEM

Posted on April 6, 2023April 6, 2023 by Girish Bajaj. GB

DIFC organized the sixth annual Dubai World Insurance Congress DWIC, March 2023, co-hosted by Global Reinsurance, the theme being “Resilience: Navigating the Storm to a Better World”. I was amazed and shocked at the magnanimous event of its kind in the region, which welcomed over 1,100 insurance leaders from 60 countries from around the world to the UAE, fostered collaborations, multimillion dollar deals and partnerships in the industry. DWIC was held at the luxurious Ritz-Carlton…

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