@TIMBERLAND INVITES YOU TO ‘ESCAPE THE CITY’ OR TAKE IT ‘HARBORSIDE’ AT EXCLUSIVE SEASON COLLECTION LAUNCH

TIMBERLAND INVITES YOU TO ‘ESCAPE THE CITY’ OR TAKE IT ‘HARBORSIDE’ AT EXCLUSIVE SEASON COLLECTION LAUNCH

Timberland, the world’s leading outdoor fashion brand, hosted the brand’s first Dubai catwalk event in the region to launch its Spring Summer 2014 collection.

The event, which took place on Wednesday evening, saw Cabana in The Address Dubai Mall transformed into a contemporary haven for the outdoorsy and active, reflecting the laid-back authentic style Timberland is renowned for.   

Embodying over 40 years of ‘Best Then. Better Now’, The Spring Summer 2014 collection continues the Timberland tradition of weaving together the best of the old and the new. Authentic outdoor classics, mixed with updated collections, innovative styles and original colours.

At the event, models showcased thirty looks from the new collection whilst strolling down a poolside catwalk made of timber crates. Guests were invited to find out if their summer style is more ‘Escape the City’ or ‘Harborside lifestyle’ at a one-night only pop-up shop. Entertainment was provided by the exciting new sounds of Dubai's music scene heavyweights, Bull Funk Zoo and DJ Soul Ninja. 

Before the show, competition winners from MyFashDiary.com and Al Arabiya FM, Virgin Radio and Dubai 92 were invited to join bloggers for a tweet up and private styling session hosted by fashion icon and MyFashDiary.com founder, Tala Samman.

Mohammad Baker, Deputy Chairman, Sun & Sand Sports commented: “We are thrilled with the success of our first Timberland fashion show in Dubai, which showcased the compelling mix of iconic classics and fresh designs that our Timberland stores offer customers across the GCC.  From the apparel line through to footwear, the collection’s vibrant colour palette and natural materials are ideal for an active outdoor lifestyle enjoying the Gulf summer ocean-side days and modern urban city living.”

Tala Samman, Founder and blogger, MyFashDiary.com, commented: “I was thrilled to be asked to be a part of Timberland’s Spring Summer 2014 show.  There is almost nothing that a Timberland boot can’t be paired with to look effortlessly cool and I love Timberland’s laid back style, which re-defines contemporary and relevant with every new collection whilst staying true to the brand’s outdoor roots.”

The Spring Summer 2014 collection is available across Timberland’s 13 mono stores present in the GCC’s major shopping malls, and also available within select Sun & Sand Sports stores

PROTECT YOUR SKIN WITH OPTIPHI @OPTIPHI

Innovative and Active Scientific SPF

In today’s world, your skin is constantly under attack by exposure to harmful external factors. One of the most detrimental is solar UV radiation and sun damage that affects the condition of your skin and brings on clear and premature signs of ageing.

Thanks to leading skincare brand optiphi® and its Canvas Range, you can enjoy youthful skin that is protected and healthy.  The specially formulated SPF 30 Protect the Canvas (AED 210) is a cream that acts as a reliable broad-spectrum UV filter. This enriched formulation will also fight photo-aging by reducing signs of photo-aged skin and has anti-oxidant activity.

The science behind skincare brand optiphi® lies in visible skin rejuvenation developed through Cellular OPTI-mization, a process known as Positive Homeostatic Influence or PHI. Homeostasis is at the heart of optiphi®, helping your skin regain its natural balance and allowing cells to be revitalised. Developed in South Africa by a team of biomedical experts, the phenomenal optiphi® range contains a synergy of actives that promote homeostatic balance, address skin concerns and ensure a youthful appearance.

optiphi’s® thoughtfully chosen active ingredients do exactly what your core PHI dictates, improving the youthfulness of your skin and reinstating balance. In addition, optiphi® products are designed to prevent further ongoing damaging effects.

A full range of retail and professional optiphi® products are now available at Kalm Holistic Beauty on The Palm, Zanedo.com and Souq.com and various medical spas and salons across the UAE.

Enhance your natural radiance by protecting your very own and very important canvas. Age gracefully, not prematurely, and enjoy the sun with optiphi®. Visit www.optiphi.com for more information. 

@Worldwatch Sustainability Linked to Responsible Governance

State of the World 2014  calls for bottom-up pressure and greater government accountability

Citizens who expect their governments to lead on sustainability have been badly disappointed in recent years. From largely ineffectual international climate conferences to the failure to pass meaningful U.S. climate legislation, governments' progress has often been lackluster. Leadership has come from the bottom up rather than the top down. Action on climate change, species loss, inequity, and other crises is being driven by citizens', women's, and grassroots movements around the world, often in opposition to the agendas pursued by governments and big corporations. State of the World 2014, which marks the Worldwatch Institute's 40th anniversary, examines what Governing for Sustainability really means. Contributing authorshighlight the responsibility of political and economic actors to achieve sustainability, emphasizing the strength of citizens to make significant sustainability changes and showing why effective governance systems need to be inclusive and participatory, allowing members to have a voice in the collective decision making. "Governments today cannot consistently control themselves because they are decimated by a plague of corruption that devours the public interest in virtually every political system," says David Orr, Paul Sears Distinguished Professor of Environmental Studies and Politics at Oberlin College and State of the World 2014 contributing author. "Effective government, in its various forms, will require an alert, informed, ecologically literate, thoughtful, and empathic citizenry." In this edition, contributing authors examine the potential for improving governance by analyzing a variety of trends, such as local and regional climate initiatives, energy democracy, and corporate responsibility. They argue that sustainability depends on action in both the economic and political spheres. Financial industries need to serve as public stewards again. Unions can help ensure that the transition to sustainability is socially just. Most importantly, citizens must take responsibility and empower themselves. "Ultimately, it seems to us, all governance begins with individuals in communities. Humans are no more isolated actors in politics than they are the independent molecules of mainstream economic theory," says State of the World 2014 co-director Tom Prugh. "Pressure to improve governance, at every level, can come only from awakened individuals, acting together, dedicated to making their communities sustainable places," adds State of the World 2014 co-director Michael Renner. "From there, it may be possible to build communities in a way that affords every person on Earth a safe and fulfilling place to live, and offers future generations the same prospect." State of the World 2014's findings are being disseminated to a wide range of stakeholders, including government ministries, community networks, business leaders, and the nongovernmental environmental and development communities. For more information on the project, visit http://www.worldwatch.org/state-world-2014-governing-sustainability. ----END----

@CityscapeAD Cityscape Abu Dhabi was a turning point in supporting the growth of the real estate sector in the UAE Capital

Cityscape Abu Dhabi was a turning point in supporting the growth of the real estate sector in the UAE Capital

The recently held City Scape exhibition in Abu Dhabi which was attended by many local and regional real estate developers, clients and investors proved to be a turning point in supporting the growth of the real estate sector in the UAE Capital.

Ismail Al Hammadi, Managing Director of Al Ruwad Real Estate Consultants said: “This year’s City Scape Abu Dhabi reflected the growth of the real estate market in the UAE as more companies took part and offered a wide range and large numbers of commercial and residential projects.”

He also added that the event was an important yearly fixture in the Abu Dhabi exhibition calendar as it not only reflected the growth of a vital industrial sector in the UAE economy that is attracting a lot of investments, but also the fact that the real estate sector contributed in the growth of other sectors within the local economy.

“The growth of the real estate sector contributes directly in the development of the construction sector, and the expansion of many infrastructure projects that come to service these real estate developments and help in growing the local economy,” Al Hammadi pointed out..

“Numerous real estate developments across the capital are attracting many clients because of the potential they offer its investors in terms of revenue and high level of services and facilities that tend to support the various projects that are under construction,” he added.

Al Hammadi who offers a unique one-stop-shop of real estate services to investors across the country, also pointed out that the event was a meeting point for local and regional real estate developers, investors and clients

“It was a unique event because it afforded us to meet, exchange ideas and further discuss the future of the industry, the various projects on offer and the way forward to develop the business,” he concluded.

Find Your Finishing Touch With @Valleydez

The Finishing Touch

This season, Valleydez is all about contrasts; making a statement with metallic colours and structures while maintaining a soft femininity through pastel shades, delicate accessories, embellished skirts and a selection of sophisticated dresses.

No outfit is complete without one of Valleydez’s exclusive collection of trendy handbags and statement clutches. This season, Valleydez offers a variety of collections and designers to choose from, so you are sure to find the right hand bag to embolden your wardrobe.

Make a Statement with Benedetta Bruzziches

      

Add fun and style your outfit with a range of trendy clutches by Benedetta Bruzziches. A collection that is sure to add a touch of exclusivity to your personality, each clutch has a story to tell.

Big and Bold with La Facette

The perfect arm candy for daytime outings, La Facette’s striking collections, consists of trendy yet simplistic handbags, inspired by eye-catching colour prints. The brand’s mission is to create playful and stylish bags that can transcend time.

Far Eastern Inspiration with Kzeniya

Choose from the beautiful selection of Kzeniya clutches that incorporates a luxurious colour palette, geometric shapes, and delicate embellishments. Inspired by paper folding techniques and sculptural shapes, this collection features layers of engraved, laser cut leather and perspex plastic in various colours.

Embracing Size with Loup Noir

A trip down memory lane, interpreted very modern. Stylish has never looked so big with Loup Noir’s exclusive collection of hand painted bags. A timeless classic, this range is for those with a love for striking colours and varied shapes.

@HEssentials Travel with Care - All Natural and Holistic Holiday Must Haves From Herbline Essentials

                 

The time to travel is drawing near and getting out of the city is your top priority. You need a well earned break, a catch up with friends and family, or maybe you’re ready to sample somewhere new. When travelling, you need to have essentials with you to make your trip happier, healthier and of course, easier. 

Herbline Essentials, the award winning all natural Ayurvedic skin and hair care brand is homegrown here in the UAE. It has over 30 products in its range, many essential for your travels and all using 100% organic ingredients for ultimate care and protection as you venture to pastures old and new.

To start with, the Herbline Essentials’ Sun Screen SPF 40 (AED 109) is an absolute must have. Formulated with holistic ingredients making it safe for your face and body, it features an organic compound for UV-B absorption.

Of course, a day in the sun also needs an after sun lotion to keep your skin hydrated. Made from 95% Aloe Vera juice, the Hydra 5 Gel (AED 129) is a soothing gel that provides deep moisturising action that helps seal moisture in for a longer lasting effect. In addition, it also can be used effectively to calm skin after waxing or shaving.

When travelling, especially flying, your skin can get deprived of fresh air and nutrients. So refresh with the Rose and Cucumber Skin Tonic (AED 105) that cools and softens tired skin. Did you know that cucumber helps to keep skin looking youthful and healthy? Available in a perfect travel size, this is your ultimate travel tonic!

Lip Balm is a handbag essential. Lips can dry out and become inflamed with travel and a change of climate. Providing SPF 15, the Herbline Essentials Lip Balm (AED 33) seals in moisture and protects lips from sunlight, dirt and pollutants. Made with natural fruit oils, this balm is delicious and promotes rejuvenation of the cells. 

@ABeautySolution Flaunt the prettiest fingernails with Ciaté Flower and Dolls House Manicures

Flaunt the prettiest fingernails with

Ciaté Flower and Dolls House Manicures

There’s nothing better than pretty fingernails to make women feel really good so Ciaté introduces two new collections for the ultimate girly nail treats – Flower Manicure and Dolls House Collection!

Flower Manicure

Nothing creates more impact than flowers so why not dress up boring manis and nail the floral trend with the fun and flirty Ciaté Flower Manicure.  The kit features naturally dried and pressed flowers as romantic and ultra-feminine overlays onto the nail for a blossoming manicure. Sprinkle these floral fancies across your fingertips to create a unique floral pattern or delicately place the posies on your ring finger for an extra special signature nail! The Flower Manicure is available in two colour ways: Bada Bloom, a perfectly powdery pastel blue polish with contrasting red and blue flowers, and Strike A Posy, a sugary pink base with pops of blue and yellow flowers.  Each kit contains a Mini Paint Pot, a Full Size Top Coat, three pots of dried pressed flowers, and tweezers for precision placement in creating your bespoke blooming mani. Price: AED 150 per kit.

Dolls House Collection

Spring-Summer 2014 is without a doubt all about the pastels!  Ciaté, of course, won’t be left behind with what’s hot as it launches the season’s most exciting pastel creations – the Dolls House Collection.  Inspired by the delicate doll-like looks spotted on the runways of Alexander Wang and Prada, this Ciaté must-have is a set of five pastel-hued polishes that will stir you to play dress up.  Dollface (softer than soft nude), Paper Doll (white), Baby Doll (peachy pink), Poppet (lilac), Sweet Pea (pistachio pastel green) are the shades featured in this high coverage, high fashion, quick dry porcelain polish range .  Wear one shade at a time, or create the prettiest pastel ombré by wearing alternate colours on each nail. Adding a playful twist to the collection, the mini lacquers come packed in a beautiful dollhouse.  Price: AED 150.

The Ciaté Flower Manicure and Dolls House Collection are available at Beauty Solutions Trading, and can be ordered through telephone on +971 4 3746950.  The Flower Manicure Kits can also be purchased from Saks Fifth Avenue and Faces Beauty Store.

@SistersBL Sisters celebrates 10th year, marks milestone with month-long promo in all Dubai branches to reward clients

Sisters celebrates 10^th year, marks milestone with month-long promo in all Dubai branches to reward clients

• Sisters also set to launch 10 Female Heroes campaign to celebrate a decade of empowering women

It started with a dream of providing women with a different head-to-toe pampering experience offering different treatments all under one roof. Sisters Beauty Lounge became the realisation of that vision when it opened in 2004 in The Village Mall Jumeirah.  Ten successful years later – with five more branches across the UAE, plus an overseas franchise – Sisters continues to change the landscape of the beauty industry, and remains the preferred beauty destination by discerning women.

Sara Abdulrazak, Managing Director of Sisters Beauty Lounge, said: “We are so looking forward to celebrating our 10^th anniversary this May! This is a very important milestone for us and we want to extend our thanks to all our clients, partners, and our employees for the support they have given us.  We sincerely appreciate the wonderful relationships we’ve built through the years and we’re just so happy to have been given the opportunity to go this far.”

Recognised as a trendsetter in the beauty industry, Sisters is known for being at the forefront of the latest in beauty and pampering treatments from around the world, offering first class services in a relaxing and luxurious customer-friendly space.  Sara in fact credits their enduring success to their focus on creating the best individual experience for each customers.  “Our business is driven by customer satisfaction.  That is why we work so hard researching the treatments and products we bring in, not to mention scouting for the best talent and training our staff extensively to provide top-notch services that will make our clients happy,” she said.

Special discount on all services throughout May

To mark the milestone and as a way to give back to their loyal patrons, Sisters is extending an enticing promotion all month long – a special 10% discount is on offer on all services in all their Dubai Lounges, The Village Mall, Mall of The Emirates, Mirdif City Centre and The Dubai Mall for the entire month of May. 

“This is a way for us to thank our loyal clientele who have stayed with us throughout the years.  It’s also a great chance for those who haven’t been to Sisters to see what we have to offer and try our services,” Sara explained.

Female Heroes Campaign, and much more

As a business that caters to women, Sisters is also putting together a campaign that aims to acknowledge the achievements of women, celebrating their progress and the important role they play in the society. 

Sara further explained: “When we founded Sisters, it was time-pressed women we had in mind.  We’ve always been guided by the same vision, that is, to provide the best and most efficient beauty services for women who work tirelessly for others.  As we have it in our core to empower women, we thought to launch an initiative during our anniversary where we would be able to give recognition to women who have made a mark in the society.”

Fans will nominate women who deserve to be recognised for their certain achievements or contribution, and Sisters is set to give away AED 10,000 worth of makeovers for those who will make the cut.  Sisters will reveal the full details about the 10 Female Heroes Campaign at their Facebook page, www.facebook.com/SistersBL.

Sisters is also planning other activities to make the event more exciting. 

“We want our 10^th birthday celebration to be really something special.  There will be a lot more surprises awaiting the clients, such as goody bags and a raffle competition.  We’ll also have beautiful in-store stylish decors to shout out the event. And we’re running incentives as well for our staff for their dedication and superb commitment in doing their job.  This event is actually not only meant to celebrate our growth for the past ten years but also to celebrate a new chapter that awaits us as we move forward into our new decade.  We’re celebrating a new beginning where Sisters will continue to bring new innovations to the industry, and our passionate commitment to serve our clients will be stronger as ever,” Sara concluded.

Sisters Beauty Lounge is located in five locations throughout the country: Al Bateen in Abu Dhabi, The Village Mall in Jumeirah, The Dubai Mall, Mirdif City Centre, and the Mall of the Emirates.  Recently opened is the sixth Sisters Beauty Lounge branch located at The St. Regis Hotel in Abu Dhabi.

www.sistersbeautylounge.com

Sisters Beauty Lounge, The Dubai Mall, +971 4 3398500.

@gitexshopper Super Sales & Shopping Bonanza Kicks off Tomorrow at GITEX Shopper Spring 2014

-Best bargains on latest tech products; Limited Edition Honda Accord to be won daily- 

All eyes will be on Dubai World Trade Centre as it hosts the region’s biggest consumer IT and electronics retail show, GITEX Shopper Spring 2014, tomorrow (Wednesday, 23 April). With unbeatable prices on over 30,000 up-to-the minute gadgets, new product launches, bundled deals and an array of exciting competitions, the second edition of GITEX Shopper Spring promises to be the most exciting four-day consumer electronics extravaganza in the region.

Regional power retailers including E-City, Emax, Jacky’s Electronics, Jumbo Electronics, Max Electronics, One Mobile, Plug-Ins and Sharaf DG, as well as top global brands such as Acer, Dell, HP, Lenovo, LG, Nestle, Nokia, Toshiba and Samsung (platinum sponsor), are determined to offer the best deals possible on gadgets that include digital SLR cameras, smartphones, tablets, laptops and SmartTVs.

Visitors to this year’s show will be able to test the latest products, compare performance and options, before bagging a bargain thanks to the Experience Zones set up by leading brands including Lenovo, Nokia, Samsung and Toshiba among others. Experts will be on hand to help visitors learn about the latest products and upgrades and offer advice on what’s best and why.

“Whether you’re looking for the latest in LED TVs, the smartest in smartphones, or the trendiest in tablets and laptops, GITEX Shopper is the perfect one-stop shop destination to discover the latest products to improve your leisure time, home, workplace or school,” said Trixie LohMirmand, Senior Vice President, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), organiser of GITEX Shopper Spring. “With exclusive show offers on more than 30,000 different products, bundled deals and launches of the latest technology products under one roof, the show offers visitors more choice, more convenience and an unrivalled shopping experience.”

Adding to the dynamic festival feel of GITEX Shopper Spring 2014, millions of dirhams worth in prizes will also up for grabs with promotions, raffles and giveaways, and a Limited Edition Honda Accord to be won every day of the show.

“We are proud to be the official car sponsor of GITEX Shopper Spring which is undoubtedly one of the highlights on Dubai’s events calendar. Honda has always been known as a technological advanced company and we believe the show is the right platform to connect with our customers. Visitors to our stand, No EX-1 in the Plaza 3 area, will receive a special GITEX Shopper discount voucher of up to AED 5,000 which can be redeemed at our showrooms on the latest Honda Accord LXB and CR-V LX models,” said Colin Cordery, Regional Managing Director of Al-Futtaim Honda.

Visitors to GITEX Shopper Spring 2014 will be delighted with the central location of the show which enjoys a dedicated Metro station just steps away from the show, and trains running from 10:00am on Friday, 25thApril thanks to a special agreement with the RTA. Ample parking, a smorgasbord of food and beverage outlets and a range of interactive and entertaining activities will add to the festival atmosphere at the show.

Cricket enthusiasts visiting GITEX Shopper Spring will not miss the Indian Premier League games taking place this week thanks to a LG giant screen which will be located between Hall 3 and the Arena.

GITEX Shopper Spring 2014 will take place from 23 -26 April in Sheikh Saeed Halls 1, 2 and 3 and will open from 11:00am – 11:00pm every day. Tickets are priced at AED15/- per person and are available at the venue and at select Emarat outlets. Entry is free for children under the age of five.

For the latest GITEX Shopper information, please visit www.gitexshopperdubai.com, follow us on Twitter.

@WildWadiDubai Wild Wadi's Ladies' Night - Moonbathing is the New Sunbathing

Moonbathe at Wild Wadi’s ladies’ night, every Thursday from 8pm 

Ladies Night at Wild Wadi was conceived from the belief that all women cherish time with their girlfriends, enjoy extra special treatment and crave moments of exclusivity.

Women looking to skip the queues can pre-book tickets. Daredevil rides include the adrenaline pumping Tantrum Alley and Burj Surj, or the Wipeout Flowrider - a wave simulator that shoots out seven tonnes of water per second. For those looking for more relaxed fun, the long, lazy river of Juha’s Journey provides the perfect place for friends to catch up in Wild Wadi’s warm waters.

• General Admission on Ladies Night is AED205 for those 1.1m or more in height. Females below 1.1m only pay AED165. 
• Wild Wadi’s ladies’ night is every Thursday from 8pm-12pm