Pure Gold Jewellers Turns The Spotlight On Diamonds With Trendy Pure Diamonds Collection For Summer And DSS

Award winning jewellery retailer Pure Gold Jewellers has added new stylish and elegant designs to its ‘Pure Diamonds’ jewellery collection in anticipation of greater demand during summer as Dubai Summer Surprises shopping extravaganza hits Dubai. In addition, the retailer is offering a 75% discount on all ‘Pure Diamonds’ jewellery.

‘Pure Diamonds’ brand is known for trendy designs in 18 karat yellow and white gold embedded with original Belgian cut diamonds. There is a selection of diamond jewellery in different carats, shapes and fancy cuts that include the princess, marquise, rounds, baguettes and pears.

Speaking about the offers, Karim Merchant, CEO & Managing Director, Pure Gold Jewellers said: “We are once again turning the spotlight on diamonds all summer and DSS, offering customers exclusive designs and huge savings on the best quality diamond jewellery. With our 75% discount offers, we expect great consumer demand this year. For customers this is an investment that will last a lifetime as diamonds have held their value over the years; and with the offers, they can easily indulge in their favourite diamond jewellery that is certified and designed with care and precision.”

Pure Gold Jewellers offers lifetime repair policy, exchange guarantee, and 100% certification for all the diamond jewellery pieces.

“The quality and customer service we offer matches what customers have come to expect from Dubai as the shopping destination of the world,” Merchant added. “DSS is one of the best seasons for Dubai’s jewellery trade. Every year we have seen an increase in sales with tourists and holiday shoppers eager to take advantage of the best offers.”

Offers can be availed throughout the months of June and July.

Artisans Unveil New Spring/Summer Collection For 2011

Chocolate lovers in the UAE are in for a treat with the unveiling of a new exclusive collection at ChoCo’a, the family-owned manufacturer and retailer of unique chocolate products and confectionery, at its boutiques in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. The Spring/Summer 2011 collection is based on citrus and takes its inspiration from the fashion color pallet reigning over the runways this year; citrus yellow, lime green and orange.

The UAE-based chocolate artisans top up their traditional collections with eight new products made of lemon, lime, orange jelly, grapefruit jelly caramel, honey and other materials uniquely mixed and embellished arrangements available in both boutiques. ChoCo’a launches the new collection as a Dubai Shopping Festival Exclusive in its Dubai boutique where regular discounts and promotions are on offer during the shopping festival.

Dina Hamzeh, Retail Director at ChoCo’a, says: “over the past few years, our chefs and designers’ passion for chocolate has made them into real chocolate and cake craftsmen and their meticulous work has contributed to creating our image as chocolate artisans. Our previous collections were based on occasions and social events that are of interest to our key market here in the UAE and we’re very excited to take this one level up with this new fashion collection.”

At “The Bride Show”- Abu Dhabi, ChoCo’a will be presenting the wedding offering of the collection in an exclusive and creative fashion show on February 5th in Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Center (ADNEC), where models will be parading the different products. “This is the first time that we present our chocolate and cake products through a live runway show and we are hoping our customers will be as thrilled as we are with this new presentation method,” added Dina.

Customers will have the opportunity to win some of these exclusively garnished arrangements by participating in the competitions organized on Al Khaleejiah radio and on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/chocoachocolate). For more information and to check out the new product line and arrangements, check out ChoCo’a website www.chocoa.ae.
 

Dubai International Boat Show Signs Largest Collection Of The Worlds Leading Shipyards

Dubai International Boat Show, the region’s largest and longest running boat show, will be hosting the biggest cluster of Superyacht Builders Association (SYBAss) members in the show’s history. Amels, Benetti, Burger Boat Company, B.V., Fincantieri, Heesen Yachts, Lürssen, Oceanco, Sanlorenzo and Trinity Yachts have all confirmed their participation at the upcoming 19th Dubai International Boat Show at the Dubai International Marine Club – Mina Seyahi from 1 – 5 March 2011.

A super-yachting index, compiled by the Luxury Institute with yacht broker and charter company Camper & Nicholson’s International, shows that around thirty per cent of the world’s superyachts are owned by Middle East residents. On average, the largest superyachts in the world have been delivered to the Middle East with an average length of 50 metres, making the Dubai International Boat Show the natural choice for SYBAss members.

Grant Burgham, Director, Dubai World Trade Centre, organiser of the event said: “This display of the world’s foremost superyacht shipyards is an indication of just how important the Dubai International Boat Show is on a global stage. The Middle East is home to some of the highest net worth individuals in the world, and the market is perfect for the high end marine leisure industry. The superyacht manufacturers attending this year’s show will be met with a highly receptive audience and it is an excellent opportunity for the superyacht buyers in this region to connect with the elite of the industry.”

With more than US$ 35 billion worth of waterfront projects in the pipeline across the Middle East, the event will draw more global interest than ever before from the industry’s leading luxury products and service providers.

The dedicated luxury Marine Display area will feature the industry’s most elite and illustrious brands from around the world, establishing the multi-award winning show as the Middle East’s premier leisure marine event. Visitors will be able to see magnificent yachts at the Enhanced Superyacht Boulevard exclusively reserved for the showcasing of superyachts of 25 meters and above.

Visitors, including regional and international buyers, royalty and VIP’s will be able to experience the unveiling of brand new boats and marine products at the show in a luxury environment. The show is expecting to maintain its record of global launches and regional premieres, with more than 20,000 buyers, trade professional and enthusiasts, and more than 700 industry leading exhibitors expected to record multi-million dollar onsite sales.

Dubai International Boat Show 2011 will include international exhibitors and brands such as Al Dhaen Craft, Al Hareb Marine, Al Masaood Marine, Al Shaali Marine, Al Yousef (Yamaha), AMIT, ART Marine, Australian International Marine Export Group, Azimut, BehneMar, Danish Yachts, Delma Marine, Ecoseas, Greenline Yacht Interiors, Garmin, Gulf Craft, Gulf Development Systems, ICE, IMG Boats, Luxury Sea Boats, Macky Marine, Majesty Yachts, Mourjan Marinas, Officine Panerai, Pino Meroni, Princess Yachts, Raymarine, Sessa Marine, Sunseeker, UBIFrance, Westport and many more.

Other dedicated areas include the Enhanced Superyacht Pavilion, and a Luxury Supplies and Services Area which features the finest luxury interior designers, services and products suppliers. Together with supporting partner Officine Panerai, manufacturers of world class timepieces, the event will accommodate the entire lifestyle and business cultures of yachting and watersports. The only dedicated diving exhibition in the region, Dive Middle East Exhibition, will bring together international manufacturers and local suppliers of sub-aqua diving equipment and services, with live demonstrations and daily ‘try-a-dive’ sessions.

The Dubai International Boat Show 2011, will be held at the Dubai International Marine Club – Mina Seyahi from 1 – 5 March 2011 and will open to trade visitors and the general public from 4:00pm – 9:30pm daily.

For more information www.boatshowdubai.com
 

Ekotribe Launches The Spring/Summer 2011 Collection Of Envirosax Designer Bags In The UAE

‘Going Green’ is not a fad anymore. It is a lifestyle that everybody is embracing.

Ekotribe has introduced the new Spring Collection of Envirosax designer reusable shopping bags in the UAE. Envirosax bags swing in the hands of fashionistas, practical eco-shoppers, and urban commuters. Unique prints and bright colours make Envirosax accessible for people to contribute to saving the environment, while maintaining their individual style. Envirosax is all about high quality products, which are designed to last and are easy to use.

According to Anu Agarwal, Director of Ekotribe, “The philosophy of Envirosax is to help create a better future for our planet by spreading the environmental message through colour and script using the Envirosax eco-friendly reusable bag as the vehicle. We at Ekotribe believe in environmental sustainability. Plastic bags clog drains and cause flooding. They pollute rivers and streams, killing animals and destroying plant life. They take years to biodegrade and have a very short life span. Envirosax provide a compelling alternative to the plastic bags which are doing so much damage to our planet.”

Envirosax designs are all about trend, but they believe caring for our planet, is a lifestyle. Envirosax manufactures a premium line of reusable bags utilizing the best nature has to offer in fabrics of linen, bamboo, hemp and organic cotton. Printed with vegetable based inks, the variance in fabric texture creates a variety of effects with the different designs. Each bag is packaged in its own little pouch for easy storage in a glove compartment or handbag. All packaging is made from recycled cardboard printed with soy-based inks. Natural, earth-grown fabrics are the ultimate in sustainability.

The Envirosax Corporate, is a range of reusable shopping bags which can be branded with institutional logos and color to suit corporate needs.
All Envirosax products in the UAE can be purchased online at www.TheGreenEcostore.com and a wide selection is available at the Covent Garden kiosk at JBR Walk in Dubai.

About Envirosax

Envirosax, the world leader in designer reusable bags, is committed to making a substantial environmental impact with fashion, design and innovative products. The Envirosax team operates on environmentally sustainable principles following the lead of founders Belinda and Mark David-Tooze who live an organic, sustainable, carbon neutral lifestyle.

About Ekotribe

Ekotribe was started with a desire to introduce green living. Ekotribe support environmentally friendly manufacturers & designers. All customers are guaranteed products which are easily absorbed into the ecosystem, without compromising on design or quality.

Ekotribe strives to offer high quality products that are either – Biodegradable, Environmentally safe, Handmade, Natural, Recycled, Recyclable, Reusable, Sustainable or Organic. Ekotribe is promoting a lifestyle that includes being aware of the environment, yet enjoying high-end products without forgoing quality & design.

For more information, contact:

Anu Agarwal,
Director,
Ekotribe FZ LLC
An Enpark Company
P. O. Box 53735
Dubai
Tel: 04-3327693
Email: enquiry@ekotribe.com
Website: http://www.ekotribe.com

On Twitter at – Website: http://twitter.com/ekotribe
 

Afra Showcases ‘Stages Of Life’ Fashion Collection In Dubai

Afra, a local fashion house, run by Image Consultant Afra Al Abdulla, a creative and innovative Emarati fashion designer, recently showcased its first collection titled ‘Stages of Life’. The inspiration for the Haute Couture collection has been drawn from time and culture, presenting a modern flare on dresses across every generation.

Recently held at The Address Hotel in Downtown Burj Dubai, Afra Al Abdullah presented a lavish Haute Couture collection of new, creative and desirable designs. The collection showcased of a mix of Middle Eastern, Asian and European themes consisting of long and short dresses, handmade belts, abayas, corsets, wedding dresses, and much to everyone’s surprise, a pregnancy collection.

Abdullah Bel Khair, Emirati Singer, said: “Afra Al Abdulla has done a remarkable job in bringing out beauty through simplicity and creativity. The collection had a variety of innovative and vibrant colored outfits capturing the very essence of fashion and style over the past decades. She has incredible vision and a distinct understanding of what a woman wants.”

Daring to be bold, Afra Al Abdulla created a ‘Pregnancy Line’, attaining exceptional reviews from peers in the industry. At a time where women lose confidence in their appearance, the Emarati designed a collection to bring out the beauty and appeal every woman has to offer during those nine weary months making them feel desired.

The showstopper featured a white wedding dress with a creative lower portion that infused western design. The handmade veil paid great attention to detail and was beaded with Asian and Middle Eastern fusion.

Afra Al Abdulla, Owner and Image Consultant, Afra, said: “I believe that women should feel attractive every day. Every design in the collection compliments each woman’s unique characteristics and delivers the confidence, charm, and appeal back to them when they need it the most. Every piece is carefully thought of and crafted with the client in mind.’

The interesting range of fabrics consisted of Indian and Italian raw silks, Italian taffeta, French lace, silk shantung, organza, jersey, pure chiffon, pure silk and many more, creating a sophisticated and exquisite fashion line which demonstrated class and elegance.

Established in 2005, Afra was formerly known as Gathercole. Afra specialises in bespoke services, designing and creating garments that fit each and every individuals requirements.
 

AMG Unveils The Spring Summer 2011 Collection For Dockers In UAE

Mohammed Al Madani CEO & Chairman of Al Madani Group, Sole distributors of Levi’s and Dockers products in the UAE announced the launch of the Spring Summer ’11 collection. The new collection is now available in Dockers stores in Diera City Centre & Dubai Mall.

Mohammed Al Madani CEO & Chairman of Al Madani Group said \\\”The spring summer 2011 collection are a \\\”must haves\\\” in any Mans wardrobe. The collection focuses on simplicity. This season Dockers Khaki’s plays an important role & is predicted to be the choice of the season.\\\”

SPRING/SUMMER 2011: TRUE CHARACTER

Dockers collection for Spring/Summer 2011 isn’t so much inspired by the great American Western Plains of Montana, but rather the expanse high desert of Texas, in particular the city of Marfa. Virtually unspoiled by modern technology, Marfa has become somewhat of a Mecca for those yearning for a simpler, more raw or rugged way of life. A hub for struggling artists, young designers or budding architects, the fact that Marfa played home to the minimalist artist Donald Judd for the last two decades of his life, only amplifies the importance of the place.

The Dockers brand has grasped the very spirit of Marfa, Texas, not just the sun drenched colors, the look and feel of the architecture, the expanse of open sky and the miles of rugged landscape, but the freedom and unlimited possibilities it represents, whether traveling on a lonely highway or on a winding narrow road. Spring/Summer 2011 introduces a new kind of modern garb, a head-to-toe Khaki look injected with a shot of color.

Khaki on Khaki is forecast as a leading trend for Spring/Summer 2011; a play of layering various Khaki variations textures and finishes one on top of the other. The Dockers Fatigue pant worn with a white t-shirt, bright polo shirt and zip hooded sweater is one fine example.

The Pleated Pant, which made a welcome return last season, is still on trend with a larger fit portfolio for Spring/Summer 2011, so to is the Utility Pant, its cut-and-sew heritage the essence of its early origination in the mid-1880s. The Dockers D-0 fit has also been refreshed this season, making it the must-have skinny fit Khaki pant this Summer.

America’s ’Country Club Chic’ of the sixties inspires Shorts, Shirts and Polo Shirts with a range fresh from the archives of celebrated American photographer Slim Aaron’s. Bold, bright and brash are the three key words, with the vast Texan desert skies inspiring a rich colour pallette of blues, purples, oranges and yellows. Shirting is classic yet contemporary in cut, pattern (it is all about stripes) and style. Polo tops are designed in colors that are made to be seen! A similar story carries across shorts with checkered plaid styles reminiscent of America’s great golfing heroes of the 50s and 60s. Only Dockers Tailored Shorts give a more conservative story; straight fit and cut shorter on the thigh this season, they can be dressed up with a Bibbed Shirt, a white cotton shirt or dressed down with a simple bold graphic t-shirt.

The Dockers collection for Spring/Summer 2011 encapsulates the very heart and soul of America, bold and contemporary; it is all about celebrating its heritage as well as creating a rich assortment of clothes that are wearable, functional, unfussy and unquestionably masculine.

Note: This press release has been issued on behalf of the Al Madani Group by KBC. For further information please contact +9714 3595777

 

The Farjam Collection begins 2011 With Focus On Education

Panel Discussion Farhad Farjam, founder of The Farjam Collection @ DIFC and Distinguished Patron of the Arts will this Saturday speak on the Social Responsibility of Art Collectors at the Barjeel Art Foundation, alongside celebrated collectors Sultan Sooud Al Qassemi and Kito de Boer. The panel marks the first in a series of educational initiatives for 2011 organized by The Farjam Collection as part of its on-going commitment to art education in the region.

Museum Studies Course As one of its most noteworthy projects to date, The Farjam Collection is proud to support the Emirates Foundation’s Art and Culture Programme by acting as an educational facility for its Museum Studies course. For the week of 30th January – 3rd February The Farjam Collection will close its doors to the public to allow the students exclusive access to the exhibition and space. The course features speakers from some of the most important art institutions in the region today. As partner, The Farjam Collection @ DIFC offers students a museum environment in which they can put theory into practice by drawing on The Farjam Collection as an educational resource for understanding museum practices.

“We are very proud to support the work of the Emirates Foundation with this initiative,” commented Emilie Faure, Collection and Exhibitions Manager at The Farjam Collection. “We are delighted to continue in our mission to provide unique educational opportunities for young art enthusiasts by partnering with such a prestigious and respected organization.”

First Wednesdays During this week, The Farjam Collection will open its doors to the public on Wednesday, 2 February from 1.00pm – 1.30pm for the next edition in its popular First Wednesdays series. The Farjam Collection is honoured to welcome Salwa Mikdadi, Head of Arts and Culture Programme at the Emirates Foundation, an accomplished art historian, curator and specialist in Arab art, who will lead a guided visit of the current exhibition Nujoom: Constellations of Arab Art.

School And Universities Programmes The coming month also sees the last chance to sign up for School and University Programmes currently running alongside the Nujoom exhibition. University students are offered an in-depth guided tour of the exhibition, designed to introduce them to the broader themes that feature in modern and contemporary Arab art. School children are provided with exclusive access to the exhibition with tailored hour-long sessions, featuring age-specific activity sheets and supervision by trained docents.

Nujoom: Constellations Of Arab Art Runs Through February Nujoom: Constellations of Arab Art reveals a broad range of styles and artistic concerns that pervade modern and contemporary Arab art, featuring works by Egyptian artist Mahmoud Said, one of the Arab world’s greatest modern painters, the signature pieces of Paul Guiragossian and Palestinian, Lebanese-born artist Mona Hatoum, famed for her large-scale installations. The exhibition runs until the end of February.

Educational Programmes for January and February

A Panel Discussion on the Social Responsibility of Art Collectors
Barjeel Art Foundation, Maraya Art Centre
5:30pm – 7:30pm, Saturday 15th January
RSVP: info@barjeelartfoundation.com Emirates Foundation Museum Studies Course
The Farjam Collection @ DIFC
30th January – 3rd February
(The Farjam Collection is closed to the public during this week) First Wednesdays with Salwa Mikdadi
1.00pm and 1:30pm, Wednesday 2nd February
RSVP: info@farjamcollection.org Schools and University Programmes
For further information or to book a place, please call 04 323 0303 or contact Rebecca Jarvest on rebecca@farjamcollection.org

Collection Of Dr. Mohammed Said Farsi Sells For $6,731,750 / AED 24,718,986 Tonight

The penultimate sale from the collection of masterpieces of Egyptian art collected by one the greatest patrons of Middle Eastern art, Dr. Mohammed Said Farsi, has sold for $6,731,750 / AED24,718,986 in Dubai this evening. Throughout this section of the sale, bidders competed fiercely, on the telephone, internet and in the saleroom to acquire some of these key pieces by leading artists of modern Egyptian art. With many lots far exceeding their original estimate, the highlight of the Farsi selection was the sale of The Whirling Dervishes, 1929, a spectacular early work by Mahmoud Said which broke the $2 million mark, finally selling for $2,546,500 / AED 9,350,748 against a pre-sale estimate of $300,000 to $400,000, after a fierce bidding battle involving 8 bidders. The work surpassed the recently-established world auction record for the artist set in April by Christie’s in Part I of the Farsi Collection, when Les Chadoufs sold for $2.4 million.

When added to the exceptional results achieved for the first part of this collection which realised $8.7 million when it was sold in Dubai this April and adding tonight’s result the collection has already made $15,437,000 / AED56,684,664 . The final part of the Farsi Collection, a group of 40 works by Egyptian artists, will be offered for sale at Christie’s in Paris on 9 November, 2010.

“We are proud that by using our international network of sale locations and the combined talents and experience of our team of dedicated specialists across three international salerooms, we have been able to achieve the best possible results for this remarkable collection. We look forward to the final part of the Dr. Mohammed Said Farsi collection sale in Paris next month,” said Jussi Pylkkänen, President of Christie’s Middle East and Europe.

Facts about the Dr. Mohammed Said Farsi collection:

Dubai April 2010 – $8.7 million
Dubai October 2010 – $6.7 million
Sold percentage – 100% in April and 100% in October
New auction records – 8 in April and a further 3 in October
Lots sold above estimate – 21 out of 25 in April and 27 out of 30
Top lot – Les Chadoufs selling for $2,434,000 million in April and The Whirling Dervishes selling for $2,546,500 both by Mahmoud Said

A full after-sale report will follow at approx. 11.00 pm tonight http://www.christies.com

Dazzling Selection Of Rare Gems, Fancy Coloured Diamonds, An Important Private Collection Of Parures Art Deco Contemporary JewelsAt Christie’s Dubai Sale

A magnificent million-dollar natural pearl and diamond suite of jewellery made by Bogh-Art, the Geneva-based contemporary jewellers, leads Christie’s October 27, Jewels and Watches sale in Dubai, along with an important private collection of Parures. Following the success of this April’s first offering of Art Deco jewellery in the Middle East, the auction will also include an impressive art deco ruby and diamond necklace made around 1930. They will be offered alongside a dazzling selection of coloured stones, rare gems, stunning diamonds and limited edition watches with intricate complications, from some of the world’s finest watch makers. The sale will once again lure collectors from around the Middle East to this twice yearly social highlight.

A private collection of more than 40 Parures, or jewellery suites, the largest selection ever to be sold at auction, is also part of the sale and is presented in its own catalogue. Highlights of the collection include a fine 26ct cabochon Kashmir sapphire ring, along with two important cabochon Ceylon sapphires of 180cts and 130cts, all three stones are natural with no heat treatment and all lots will be offered without reserve (separate press release available).

David Warren, International Director and Head of the Middle Eastern Jewellery Department, said: “’This season our sale contains a rich variation of jewels, from the classic lines and craftsmanship of Art Deco, to top contemporary jewels from European and Middle Eastern designers, coloured diamonds, rare gems including the second largest orange melo pearl to be offered at auction and finally the important single owner collection of Fabulous Parures.”

A magnificent suite of natural pearl and diamonds by the Geneva-based contemporary jewelers Bogh-Art, is the highlight of the sale with an estimate of $1,000,000-1,200,000 / AED 3,700,000-4,400,000 (illustrated above – lot 66). The attractive choker necklace has an intricate ‘blue-bell’ design with each diamond flower head mounted with a pear-shaped diamond, interspersed by pearls. The large, detachable pendant drop is matched by an impressive pair of pearl and diamond pendant earrings.
 

Armani/SPA Launches Indulgent Signature Collection Treatment

For its Signature Collection treatment, Armani/SPA, the world’s first Armani in-hotel spa, seeks inspiration from the resilience of unique volcanic minerals.

Visitors to Armani/SPA at the elegant Armani Hotel Dubai, located in Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building, can now challenge ageing with the Signature Collection treatment, featuring two specially designed products – Crema Nera for women and Skin Minerals for men.

Applied to the face using special hot and cold obsidian stones, the treatment helps guests restructure, firm and enhance their skin’s texture.

A fusion of shiatsu, traditional Thai and acupressure techniques is used in the exclusive no-oil body treatment using the Signature Collection products. This leads to increased blood and lymphatic circulation, thus improving collagen production that helps smooth the skin.

Begin your journey in the serene relaxation lounge, followed by an exhilarating footbath ritual at the Armani/SPA, which assures an unwinding experience that puts your mind, body and spirit at ease and in harmony.

The experience is further enhanced with the guest being dressed in luxurious black silk pyjamas while seated on a unique ceremony couch that helps instil a sense of deep relaxation and sublime stillness. The duration of the treatment is 90 minutes. It includes a 30-minute face massage and a 60-minute body massage. Crema Nera and Skin Minerals are also available for purchase at Armani/SPA.

Mr Oliver Key, General Manager of the Armani Hotel Dubai, says: “Armani/SPA has redefined the spa and rejuvenation experience offered to guests. As the first-of-its-kind spa, the spa’s focus is to continuously add new treatments that enhance the well being of guests. The Armani/SPA experience is indeed unparalleled, like the unprecedented guest experience we offer across the hotel.”

Located on the third floor of the hotel and open from 9am to 9pm, Armani/SPA offers made-to-order, tailored experiences that suit specific individual needs.

Armani Hotel Dubai’s fitness facilities include a Kinesis Wall as well as a wide range of cardio and modular resistance machines. A personal trainer is available on request. The gym is located on the third floor and has 24-hour key-card access.

Other relaxation options include an outdoor pool complemented by a lounge and private cabanas. The pool is open from 6am to 8pm.

Armani Hotel Dubai is the world’s first hotel developed by Giorgio Armani S.p.A in collaboration with Emaar Hotels & Resorts.