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With subscription boxes gaining popularity over the years, these packages being delivered straight to your door can spruce up any situation, especially as we’re all spending more time at home amidst the pandemic.
From floral arrangements to luxe satin PJs all delivered to your doorstep, why not take the time to treat yourself monthly with these UAE-based subscription boxes.
PJs Every 30 Days

Delivered with love, you can open it every month to reveal a new set of chic PJs, accompanied by a minimum number of six different pamper treats as you give yourself a little extra TLC. While everyone deserves some me-time, these surprises are hand-picked to make you go to bed feeling totally relaxed every day.
For more information visit pjsevery30days.com
Wear That

With a personal styling experience to make you look and feel your best, whatever the budget or occasion, pieces are handpicked by your very own stylist and delivered straight to your door. With a one-off styling fee at Dhs105, you can chat with your stylist, while having pieces personally handpicked for you. This luxury service is only one click away with looks to make you feel confident every day.
For more information visit wearthat.me
Look Fantastic Beauty Box

Containing six confidence-enhancing products, starting at as little as Dhs132, you can spend some time treasuring the most important person in your life which is… you. From face masks to body butter, the products received each month vary with items that are essential and suit all skin types. Whether you wish to exfoliate your skin or add that hint of shimmer to your eyes, the Look Fantastic has it all compiled for you in one box.
For more information visit lookfantastic.com
Hand Tied Box

With fresh long-lasting flowers that exude good vibes in sustainable packaging, Hand Tied Box was created with the purpose of bringing nature indoors while keeping organic while embracing the customer’s personal style. Each week the freshest seasonal flowers are picked with a guide on how the blooms need to be taken care of, from weekly to bi-weekly deliveries, customers can pick the package that suits them the best.
For more information visit handtiedbox.com
Fruitful Day

If you are looking to add some healthy snacking to your day, then you should consider this subscription box. Fruitful Day offers a regular package of regionally-sourced, washed and ready-to-eat fruits perfect for busy working women. The Staples Box contains essential fruits like apples, bananas, pears and seasonal stone fruits, along with a selection of nuts, while The Discovery Box is packed with 15 to 20 fruit varieties starting at Dhs135.
For more information visit fruitfulday.com
Jones Cheese Culture Club

Are you a fan of cheese? If so, then you’re in luck. Jones the Grocer has just launched the ‘Jones Cheese Culture Club’ where you can get a monthly delivery of cheese to your door every month. With four selected cheeses per month in each box, you’ll definitely open yourself up to trying new things as each month you get something different. Prices for boxes start at Dhs899 for a three-month subscription, Dhs1,699 for a six-month subscription and Dhs3,199 for one year.

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Khalid Al Ameri and Salama Mohamed have both become well-known for sharing light-hearted and inspiring content online, much of it being very personal to both of them.
Continuing to keep it real and raw with their audience, Khalid has opened up about the “lowest point” in his marriage and sharing his advice on how they overcame it.

Taking to Instagram and sharing a photo of himself and Salama with his 1.2 million followers, the social media personality reflected upon a quote by the Prophet Muhammed, “There is nothing like marriage, for two who love each other.”
ALSO READ: Salama Mohamed’s journey to finding self-love
Relating the quote to his own marriage, the social media personality and content creator explained that the best thing you can do in a relationship is to “silence the noise”.

He went on to explain that in his relationship he used to listen to the noise.

“For so long Salama and I’s marriage wasn’t our marriage, it was everyone else’s, it was relatives who told us what was best, it was ‘friends’ who told us what we should do come out the strongest amongst each other, it was people we didn’t even know that we were trying to be like because they fit in,” he said.
This eventually caused the couple to grow apart.
“We grew so far apart that we no longer knew why were together, it was the lowest point of our marriage, until we decided to try something new, and that was to put ourselves and our love for each other first, and everything else second,” he added.
Putting each other first and silencing other people’s thoughts around them was what turned things around for the couple. As Khalid simply said, it is their marriage and “nobody else’s”.
He finished his post saying, “We are the ones who wake up and go to sleep next to each other every day and every night, we are the ones who want to be together for the rest of our lives, just us together, with a love stronger that the noise of others.”
It’s definitely sound advice to live by.
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From exquisite plants to specially delivered tulips, Valentine’s Day is a beautiful occasion to express your love and these hand-crafted bouquets curated with love, making the experience even more thoughtful.
To ensure you get just the right bouquet for your significant other, this list of UAE-based florists will ensure you can express your love this month.
Florette

These beautiful flowers delivered straight from Holland have become extremely popular on the ‘gram with their picturesque bouquets and arrangements being the perfect aesthetic gift your loved ones. They’re selected for their beauty, longevity and seasonality.
To make a purchase visit florette.ae
Black and Blanc

Bringing an exquisite range of premium luxury flowers in Dubai with both fresh and infinity roses which are grown in the volcanic ashes of the mountains and will live for years. Black and Blanc bring a range of Parisian style bouquets which are created by experienced florists who provide the best possible quality while meeting the highest standards.
For more information visit blackandblanc-fleur.com
Fine Blooms

Striving beyond the unconventional boundaries of floristry, Fine Blooms creates unique arrangements with beautifully sourced flowers to completely change any environment while creating bespoke bouquets for any occasion. This Valentine’s Day, express your love with a token of your love from this exclusive boutique, keeping quality at the heart of their designs. Their new Valentine’s Day offering is priced at Dhs450 for the bouquet and Dhs550 for the bouquet and balloon, including tax.
For more information visit fineblooms.ae
Bliss Flower Boutique

With a well-balanced floral installation adding just the right note of contemporary to any place, each floral arrangement is created with love, making it perfect for any occasion. While drawing inspiration from current trends in design, Bliss flowers will let you express your love on this special day.
For more information visit blissdubai.com
Also read: The luxe edit of the best jewellery to gift this Valentine’s Day
The Bunch Box

With a dedicated team of florists, ensuring the finest quality of flowers, The Bunch Box was born out of love to celebrate any occasion while beautifying your interiors too, from luscious chrysanthemums to luscious roses, the brand’s intricate delicacies come packaged in an environmentally friendly box for the perfect feel-good factor.
For more information visit worood.com
BloomingBox

With luxuriously delivered roses, packaged according to your liking, BloomingBox’s arrangements are instant mood-lifters which are pleasant to look, smell amazing and also make for the perfect fond memory by your loved ones. Gifted in celebration of romance, there’s a wide range of choices, including roses, tulips, sunflowers, lilies, peonies, bora bora and many more with special limited-edition bouquets designed especially for Valentine’s Day.
For more information visit bloomingbox.com
Ferns N Petals

While being the one-stop solution for all your gifting needs, their eminent florists would transform beautiful flowers into alluring bouquets and unique floral arrangements that would simply mesmerise you. Making each experience impeccable with seamless delivery, FNP was born to ingest more love in all your relationships.
For more information visit www.fnp.ae.
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As you unwind from a stressful week, these upscale brunches located around Dubai are sure to let you relax while you get your money’s worth with a specially curated menu of cocktails and delicious food accompanied by splendid views of Dubai’s skyline.
Emirates Woman has curated a list of the best luxe brunches to try out in 2021.
Alici

Escape to the Amalfi Coast at Alici. This seafood restaurant offers an exotic selection of sharing dishes, all in this Almafi-inspired haven as you overlook the Arabian Gulf at Bluewaters. Taking place every Friday from 1pm to 4pm, packages starting at Dhs395.
For more information visit alici.com
Amazonico

From February 12, DIFC’s fauna-filled Amazonico will launch a new Friday brunch inspired by the avant-garde glamour of Brazil in the ‘60s. It’ll be served up to the sounds of Amazonico’s resident DJs from 1pm to 4pm, followed by Club Tropicália; the after-party on the Copacabana-inspired rooftop terrace at Gate Village, DIFC starting at Dhs450 per person for soft drinks.
For more information visit amazonicorestaurant.com
Bull and Bear

While bringing in a little bit of the Wolf of Wall Street to Dubai, this eighties themed brunch has a wide range of premium delights served with signature cocktails for those who prefer a vintage ambience. Located at the Waldorf Astoria DIFC, the brunch takes place from 1pm to 5pm starting at Dhs290 for soft drinks.
For more information visit Hilton.com
Coya

Located at the Four Seasons Resort, Jumeirah 2, this brunch has an array of starters, mains, sides and desserts served with an a la carte flair, so guests have plenty of options to choose from. Taking place every Friday from 12:30pm to 4pm, the brunch starts from Dhs390 for soft drinks.
For more information visit coyarestaurant.com
CÉ LA VI

Amidst a captivating view of Downtown Dubai, indulge in contemporary Asian food with a magnificent ambience as you relish in delectable delights every Friday from 1pm to 4pm. Prices start at Dhs290 with soft drinks and Dhs490 for house drinks.
For more information visit celavi.com
Kayto

This exceptional space located in the heart of Dubai, Kayto is Jumeirah Al Naseem’s refreshing dining experience serving delicate Japanese-Peruvian Nikkei cuisine, all prepared by chef Crisian Goya. This one-of-a-kind experience is not one to miss, every Friday from 12:30pm to 3:30pm, it starts from Dhs395 per person for soft drinks and food.
For more information visit Jumeirah.com
Fogo de Chão

Featuring the Rio Brazilian Friday brunch from 12pm to 4pm, this powerhouse brand has premium views of the city with some of the best steaks in town cooked to perfection with sumptuous ingredients and eclectic modern flavours. Located at Central Park towers in DIFC, prices start at Dhs290 per person.
For more information fogodechao.com
Iris

With some of the best views of Dubai, this brunch is a must-try. The experience includes an in-dining experience with a wide range of cocktails curated by the team of in-house mixologists for a sunny outdoor fun brunch at Meydan Hotel from 1pm to 5pm. with prices starting at Dhs250 for soft drinks.
For more information visit irisdubai.com
Hutong

This exclusive Dim Sum brunch takes place every Friday, with a variety of dishes for you to dig into with packages starting at Dhs358 for food only. Located at Gate Building 6, DIFC, this exclusive Asian haven should definitely be on your list of brunches to visit.
For more information visit hutong-dubai.com
Toro Toro

Hailed as the city’s favourite South American kitchen and bar, the award-winning team behind Toro Toro offers revellers three hours of unlimited servings of starters, mains and desserts, accompanied by free-flowing selected beverages for three hours from 3pm to 6pm for Dhs300 at Grosvenor House, Dubai.
For more information visit torotoro-dubai.com
Summersalt

With tunes from a resident DJ and a delicious three-course set menu, you can sip on signature drinks while enjoying the sun loungers and enjoying tasty cocktails prepared by the specialists. Located at Jumeirah Al Naseem, the brunch is Friday & Saturday from 12:30pm to 3:30pm starting at Dhs395 for soft drinks.
For more information visit Jumeirah.com
The Maine Oyster Bar & Grill

Every Friday and Saturday from 2pm to 4pm, this leading Brasserie located at the DoubleTree Hilton, JBR, enjoy the venue’s retro setting with old-fashioned cocktails with packages starting at Dhs240 for food only.
For more information visit themaineoysterbar.com 
Zuma

Known for its contemporary Japanese fine-dining experience, the Friday brunch at Zuma is always fully booked, so make sure you plan this one well in advance. Located in DIFC, every Friday and Saturday from 12:30pm to 4pm, the brunch starts at Dhs473 for soft drinks and food.
For more information visit zumarestaurant.com
Traiteur, Park Hyatt Dubai

For premium quality seafood, the Park Hyatt Dubai’s brunch, Traiteur is the one to go to. Running every Friday from 12.30pm to 4pm, prices start at Dhs495 for soft drinks, Dhs695 for sparkling and Dhs775 for bubbly.
BB Social Dining

Enjoy DIFC hotspot BB Social Dining’s the ‘Big Rainbow Brunch’ every Friday from 1pm to 4pm. Packages start at Dhs250 for soft drinks, Dhs299 for wine and beer and Dhs450 for French bubbles.
Bvlgari Yacht Club

For the ultimate luxe brunch, visit the Bvlgari Yacht Club on a Friday to immerse yourself in the unique fish and seafood a la carte. Taking place from 1pm to 4pm, packages start from Dhs350 per person inclusive of soft beverages.
While visiting any brunch it is essential to stay compliant with the COVID-19 rules and regulations and also wearing a mask in any public setting is necessary.
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Marked as a special day of recognition for the millions of women who choose to wear the hijab around the world while living an empowered life.
With people in more than 190 counties taking part in World Hijab Day every year, ambassadors from around the world continue to create widespread awareness as back in 2018 it became a non-profit organisation to fight discrimination against women globally through awareness.

On this occasion, we look at some empowered women in the UAE who continue to embark on their journey with pride.
Manal A Rostom

Known for completing five out of six world marathon majors along with scaling some of the highest peaks in the world including Mount Kilimanjaro. The Dubai-based athlete has also started a community entitled Surviving Hijab with almost a million members worldwide. From counteracting stereotypes to being one of Nike’s ambassadors, she’s definitely an inspiration to many around the globe with her grit and determination in the world of sports.
Rayan Al Sulaimani

While being a part of the rare community of female-founded couture houses. She is the CEO of Atelier Zuhra which is part of a world-renowned for dressing international royals after its opening in 2015, with a vision to produce pieces with an impeccable eye for detail and embroidery. While being a part of London Fashion Week, this female entrepreneur is definitely making strides in the fashion industry.
Stephanie Kurlow

While starting to dance at the tender age of two, Stephanie Kurlow has made waves for herself in the industry by becoming the world’s first hijabi ballerina. The Russian-Australian dancer has overcome all the obstacles that have come her way while being part of a larger movement of boundary-breaking hijabi women.
HE Noura bint Mohammed Al Kaabi

Named the Minister of Culture and Youth in July 2020, Her Excellency is the first UAE national to be ranked in Foreign Policy magazine’s ‘Top 100 Global Thinkers List’. In 2014, she was named as one of Forbes Middle East’s 30 Most Influential women in government. She also sponsors and supports activities to develop and nurture young talent within the community.
Zahra Lari

Zahra Lari became the first Emirati figure skater to compete internationally and is a five-time national champion and the emirate’s first female professional skater to compete in a hijab. She has gained worldwide traction over the years and is also known as the ‘Ice princess of the UAE’.
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