Has often drawn inspiration from classic Italian cinema, and is famous for its bohemian- styled animal prints and revival of classics styles, such as the pin-stripe suit and the plain white t-shirt.
For their current 2013 Autumn/Winter collection however, D&G’s creative direction has drawn heavily from catholic imagery and the brand latest lines include dresses with imprints of Byzantine and Venetian murals. The eagerly awaited collection boasts a color palate composed of an eclectic mix of red, white, grey and gold.
While D&G’s opulent collection appeals to sophisticated female tastes, luxury menswear is also taking center
stage. Pal Zileri, the Italian menswear expert, has been present in Dubai since the early 1990s and was one of the first brands to offer bespoke suits in the region.
It is popular with the expat community and the corporate world. Pal Zileri’s collections feature high-end access
like sun-glasses, leather belts, umbrellas, watches and bags.
A fresh entrant into the segment is More Mischief. The Indian bespoke menswear brand opened its first boutique in Dubai’s Emirates Towers Boulevard back in June. Famous with the Indian glitterati, the brand is the brainchild of designer Deepak Shah. His creations include both casual and formal wear and are best paired with his hand-made shoes and belts. Quite recently, London’s Ted Baker launched its first menswear-only
boutique in Dubai’s Marina Mall.
In addition to the upward trajectory of men’s couture, a new dimension to the Middle East’s luxury fashion scene is provided by Alessia Couture, the UAE’s first dedicated couture cleaner built on regional understanding and international expertise. From its base in Abu Dhabi, the unique enterprise offers high end garment and leather cleaning services across the Emirates as well as the wider GCC through its specialized concierge
Service.
In restoring precious items to their former glory, Alessia Couture is considered the first cleaner in the UAE to utilize the GreenEarth Cleaning system. Using silicone, an environmentally and fabric friendly alternative to chemicals, this innovative system ensures the highest level of care and protection for treasured couture creations while contributing to a green and sustainable future.
Affording its clientele the same level of care as their luxury garments, Alessia Couture prides itself on delivering
top-notch customer service 24/7 and an expert team on hand to offer help and advice around the clock.
From meticulous aftercare to cutting edge brands, luxury couture and accessories along with their related industries are contributing to the economic success of the Middle East, as visitors and residents alike flock to the region’s retail hubs in search of the latest trends, or that something special. With Dubai at the heart of the Middle Eastern retail revolution, the MENA region’s couture and accessories scene is rising to the fore, with a style and panache to rival longstanding design and fashion hubs the world over.
