Life

Subterms

    More stories

    • 163 Shares

      in lifestyle and culture

      The UAE announces it’s entering the planning stage to return to normal life

      by

      As the world has grappled with the COVID-19 pandemic for most of 2020, the UAE has shared some positive news about its recovery process.
      Earlier this week on Tuesday, a press conference was held by the National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) where it was revealed that the country is now in the planning stages to return to normal life.

      “The #Covid19 crisis has been a real test for the countries of the world,” the NCEMA said in a statement. “The #UAE was able to control the situation by stimulating its efforts and capabilities, and this has led to the #UAE entering the planning stage for recovery.”
      While it was noted that the cases numbers in the UAE have increased recently, the rate of recovery in the country was also highlighted, showcasing the exceptional work the healthcare industry and frontline workers are doing to contain the virus and help patients recover.

      We look forward to successfully moving beyond the planning stage for recovery, which is an important step that highlights the country’s efficiency and readiness to ensure a safe, gradual return to normal life.#CommitToWin
      — NCEMA UAE (@NCEMAUAE) November 10, 2020

      In their campaign for recovery, which is using the hashtag #CommitToWin, key sectors will be a focus including the economy, tourism, education, aviation and health.
      It’s a positive sign to see, with the government outlining they were looking forward to the future of things returning to normal.
      “We look forward to successfully moving beyond the planning stage for recovery, which is an important step that highlights the country’s efficiency and readiness to ensure a safe, gradual return to normal life,” the NCEMA said.
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
      Feature Image: Visit Dubai Instagram More

    • 113 Shares

      in lifestyle and culture

      6 fabulous things to do in Dubai this weekend

      by

      Here’s your ultimate guide to this weekend in Dubai – 12 November to 14 November.
      A new menu

      Whether you’ve already been to Ce La Vi or not, we’ve got the perfect excuse to sit in the company of the best views of the Burj Khalifa this weekend – the sky-high restaurant has added some fabulous new dishes to its menu.Curated specially by Chef Howard Ko, new hero dishes include Warm Sunchoke Coconut Soup, rich Tagliatelle Mushroom Fricassee, Campanelle with Lamb Ragu and Sticky Date Pudding. Trust us, it’s a must-try.
      A bespoke perfume experience

      Wanting to find the perfect fragrance that’s just right for you? Then perhaps try heading down to Oo La Lab in n Warehouse 59 in Al Quoz. Whether you’re in a group or it’s just for you, you’ll be able to decide your perfect scent being led by an expert who will show you the science behind a fragrance. Follow the simple three-step system: Build, Mix, Pour.
      An Eau de Parfum workshop is priced from Dhs320 per person. There’s also the option can do it from home by yourself.
      Pool day

      Enjoy a fabulous pool day at Le Meridien Dubai on Friday or Saturday for just Dhs150 which is fully redeemable against F&B at the pool bar.
      Dine under the stars

      Enjoy some of the best views of the DIFC skyline at Ninive for dinner. The restaurant located at Jumeirah Emirates Towers serves up a range of delicious Arabic and North African favourites, with the menu inspired by the flavours of Morocco, Iran, Iraq and Turkey. Whilst dining you can also enjoy a musical journey with a mix of North African, Gulf and Middle east Cultures with a twist of electronic influences curated by the house DJs.
      Brunch at the beach

      Combining the best of both worlds – the beach and brunch – White Beach’s popular brunch ‘Burn’ is making a return this weekend. Enjoy a nice meal and drinks with friends first, then slip into your swimsuit and head to the pool. Running every Friday from noon to 4pm, packages start at Dhs295 for soft drinks; Dhs395 for house drinks and Dhs525 for champagne.
      Pamper session

      Enjoy an amazing pamper session right from your home with the help from Abu Dhabi-based start-up Rizek. Partnering with Bedashing Beauty, a popular UAE-based salon, clients can now enjoy their favourite beauty treatments without having to go into the salon. By booking straight from the app, customers can now receive premium beauty services in the comfort of their homes from one of the top salons. They can also do so with complete ease of mind as Bedashing’s experts abide with all national safety measures and meticulously sanitise their tools and accessories.
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
      Images: Instagram/Supplied, Feature Image: Supplied More

    • 150 Shares

      in lifestyle and culture

      Sheikh Mohammed pays tribute to Bahrain Prime Minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman

      by

      Bahrain’s longtime prime minister Prince Khalifa bin Salman has sadly passed away.
      It was announced by the official Bahrain News Agency on Wednesday afternoon that His Royal Highness had passed away the age of 84.

      “By order of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa, the Royal Court mourns His Royal Highness Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa, the Prime Minister, who passed away this morning at Mayo Clinic Hospital in the United States of America,” it was announced in a statement.
      Following the Bahraini Prime Minister’s death, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and the Ruler of Dubai, paid tribute to the late Prince Khalifa bin Salman on Twitter.

      تعازينا لشقيقنا ملك البحرين .. ولأهلنا في البحرين الحبيبة في وفاة الأمير خليفة بن سلمان آل خليفة .. مسيرة ممتدة في خدمة بلده .. ورحلة تنموية ساهمت في صياغة تاريخ البحرين الحديث.. نسأل الله له الرحمه والمغفرة ولأهلنا في البحرين الصبر والسلوان .. pic.twitter.com/e6XIbo9mV8
      — HH Sheikh Mohammed (@HHShkMohd) November 11, 2020

      “Our condolences to our brother, the King of Bahrain and to our beloved Bahraini people on the death of Prince Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa,” he said, adding that His Royal Highness contributed heavily to shaping Bahrain’s modern history.
      His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, the Crown Prince of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the United Arab Emirates Armed Forces, also shared his condolences on Twitter mourning the death of the Bahraini royal.

      May God have mercy on Sheikh Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa. He was one of the architects of modern Bahrain and he leaves behind a rich legacy. Our heartfelt condolences to King Hamad, the Crown Prince and the people of Bahrain. pic.twitter.com/CYsrOcbYTL
      — محمد بن زايد (@MohamedBinZayed) November 11, 2020

      “May God have mercy on Sheikh Khalifa bin Salman Al Khalifa. He was one of the architects of modern Bahrain and he leaves behind a rich legacy,” he said. “Our heartfelt condolences to King Hamad, the Crown Prince and the people of Bahrain.”
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
      Feature Image: WAM More

    • 150 Shares

      in lifestyle and culture

      10 hero buys to gift your loved ones for the Diwali season

      by

      IN PARTNERSHIP: As we head into the last six weeks of 2020, we also approach the most fun time of the year – party season.
      Marking the beginning of the season is the festival of lights, Diwali, which is fast-approaching this weekend.

      If you’re looking for the perfect gifts to get your loved ones this Diwali season, then look no further than Galeries Lafayette in The Dubai Mall, which is your one-stop-shop for everything fashion, jewellery, handbags, accessories, makeup, home decor and more.
      With an array of luxury brands to their name including Louis Vuitton, Celine, Dior, Gucci, Fendi, Valentino, Chloe and Givenchy, Galeries Lafayette also holds many unique brands which could something new to your wardrobe, or the wardrobes of your loved ones.

      To give you some inspiration for this Diwali season, Emirates Woman has rounded up 10 hero buys from fashion, to accessories, to homewares.
      The hero buys
      Sarah Tamimi top, Dhs3,100 and Sarah Tamimi skirt, Dhs4,750

      Tory Burch sandals, Dhs1,300

      Alighieri earrings, Dhs1,115

      Longines watch, Dhs8,480

      Michael Kors bag, Dhs1,700

      Alighieri pendant necklace, Dhs975

      Iladro Lithophane Votive Light, Dhs325

      Tanagra frame Dhs1490

      Versace Gypsy Trinket Box, Dhs475

      Svenlars Geurkaars Neon Night Wit Candles, Dhs326

      All of these and more are available to shop at Galeries Lafayette The Dubai Mall (04 339 9933).
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
      Images: Supplied More

    • 138 Shares

      in lifestyle and culture

      The ultimate round-up of beauty advent calendars for the festive season

      by

      Let’s face it, it’s been a tough year for everyone. That’s why party season can’t come soon enough, and while it might not be the same as previous years, it won’t stop us getting in the festive spirit.
      One of the first signs of the festive season officially starting is advent calendars and while we love a traditional chocolate calendar, there’s been a massive surge in popularity in beauty advent calendars in recent years.

      What’s better than opening up an advent calendar door each day than finding a fabulous beauty product in the lead up to Christmas?
      If you’re looking to treat yourself in the run-up to Christmas, or looking to gift someone an advent calendar Emirates Woman has rounded-up the ultimate list of beauty advent calendars for 2020.
      L’Occitane Advent Calendar 2020

      From a hair mask, to hand balm, to a shower oil, to hair masks, the L’Occitane Advent Calendar is filled with luxurious products which make for the perfect treat in the run-up to the festive season. Retailing for Dhs249, you get Dhs414 worth of product in this advent calendar.
      Available at ae.loccitane.com.
      Benefit Advent Calendar 2020

      Enjoy 12 of Benefit Cosmetics’ bestselling products in their Shake Your Beauty Advent Calendar. Retailing for Dhs285, this advent calendar contains over Dhs600 worth of product.
      Kiehls Advent Calendar 2020

      Featuring 24 surprise formulas, one behind each door and includes cleansers, face masks, facial serums and moisturisers. The Kiehls Advent Calendar 2020 is retailing for Dhs274.86.
      Available at Bloomingdales.ae.
      The Body Shop – Make It Real Together Ultimate Advent Calendar

      Described as the “ultimate” advent calendar, The Body Shop has pulled out all the stops for the festive season. As one of the only advent calendars offering not 24, but 25 products – meaning you have a door to open on Christmas day – each door is filled with one surprise bigger than the next. From its classic body butters to mascara to body wash to glow masks and more, this advent calendar is one to put on your list. Retailing for Dhs850, the product in this calendar is worth Dhs1,409.
      Available at thebodyshop.ae.
      Rituals Advent Calendar 2020

      The Rituals Advent Calendar for 2020 includes an array of little luxuries which include four bespoke advent candles. This advent calendar is retailing for Dhs465.
      Available at en-ae.rituals.com
      NET-A-PORTER Advent Calendar 2020

      Jam-packed full of hero brands including Charlotte Tilbury, Dr Barbara Sturm, 111 Skin, Augustinus Bader and more, the NET-A-PORTER beauty advent calendar features 24 fabulous surprises and includes both full-size and travel-size products. Worth Dhs5,452, the whole advent calendar costs Dhs1,168 which is an incredible saving.
      Available at NET-A-PORTER.
      Lush Advent Calendar 2020
      If you’re in need of some new bathroom products then the Lush Advent Calendar for 2020 is the one for you. Including a bath bomb, Shower scrub, bubble bar and more, this 12 days of Christmas advent calendar is retailing for Dhs640.
      Available at mena.lush.com.
      Clarins Advent Calendar 2020

      Clarins doesn’t have just one, but two advent calendars. Available in both 12-day and 24-day advent calendars, there’s a whole bundle of skincare and makeup products to enjoy including the brand’s hero Instant Eye Make-Up Remover and 4D Mascara. The 24-Day Advent Calendar is retailing for Dhs418.60 and the 12-Day Advent Calendar is retailing for Dhs235.
      Available at ae.clarins.com.
      Dior Advent Calendar 2020

      Dior opens its doors to the Atelier des Rêves in its 2020 Advent Calendar. Filled to the brim with incredible products from Dior Beauty including skincare, makeup and fragrance, this advent calendar is the ultimate luxury treat and is retailing for Dhs1,655.
      Available at dior.com.
      Elemis Advent Calendar 2020

      Elemis has released its advent calendar and it’s as spectacular as you’d expect. With 25 Elemis hero products including the ULTRA SMART Pro-Collagen Complex 12 Serum and the Pro-Collagen Oxygenating Night Cream, this advent calendar gives you a huge saving on product. Retailing for Dhs850, the calendar is worth over Dhs1,900.
      Available at elemis.com.
      Diptyque Advent Calendar 2020

      Candles, candles and more candles. The Diptyque advent calendar, which retails for Dhs1,703, is full of 25 surprises in both full and deluxe samples and also features illustions by artist Ugo Gattoni.
      Available at diptyqueparis.com.
      Clinique Advent Calendar 2020

      Including Clinique’s highly-coveted three-step skincare system, as well as other hero products this beauty 24-door advent calendar is worth over Dhs1,000 but is retailing for Dhs399.
      Available at namshi.com.
      Jo Malone Advent Calendar 2020

      Get the very best of Jo Malone London with their incredible beauty advent calendar for 2020 which is retailing for Dhs2,065. With candles, fragrances and bath and body products included, there’s 24 surprises waiting for you in the run-up to Christmas.
      Available at Jomalone-me.com.
      Dr. Barbara Sturm Advent Calendar 2020

      Internationally acclaimed skincare expert Dr. Barbara Sturm and her eponymous skincare expert has released the ultimate advent calendar filled with 24 of her hero products in full, deluxe and sachet sizes retailing for Dhs1,690.
      Hero products include the highly concentrated ‘Brightening Serum’ and the moisturising ‘Glow Drops’.
      Available at NET-A-PORTER.
      MR PORTER Advent Calendar 2020

      We can’t forget about the men in our lives. MR PORTER’s annual ’12 Days of Grooming’ is the perfect pre-Christmas gift for your male lovd ones and includes 12 doors featuring nourisihing creams, oils and masks. Valued at Dhs2,176, this advent calendar is retailing for Dhs459.
      Available at MR PORTER.
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
      Images: Supplied More

    • 163 Shares

      in lifestyle and culture

      The annual Dubai Design Week is back with a slew of exciting activities

      by

      With creative activities taking a backseat this year, there’s nothing more exhilarating than an array of showcases, pop-ups and installations displaying the best talent in region. As Dubai Design Week has made a comeback, the 2020 edition is taking place from November 9 to 14 with a wide range of design-related activities for one and all.
      While living in a COVID-impacted world, the focus of the theme has been redefined this year to display contextually relevant work engaging the scenario.

      The main highlights during the six-day festival will include Abwab which celebrates design from the region. It features a singular landmark pavilion ‘Fata Morgana’, a commissioned project by Iraqi designer Hozan Zangana.
      The d3 architectural festival aims to focus on projects under the theme of – Identity, Context and Placemaking in the Gulf.

      There were more than 200 submissions from over 35 universities in the MENA region and the exhibition will showcase graduate projects for the MENA Grad Show.
      Convertible seating solutions designed for the UAE’s continuously adapting urban environments will also be on display under the Outdoor Installations category.
      Guests of all ages can also participate in hands-on workshops and enjoy a series of masterclasses by experts.

      The d3 exhibitions and pop-up edit will reflect the diversity of the area’s creative community with regional insights into their communities’ response to the issues caused by the global pandemic.
      The downtown design festival will be seen in a different light this year with this year’s theme – The Shape of Things to Come presenting design and architecture concepts of a post-pandemic era.
      Keen shoppers need not worry as they can find original fashion, jewellery, homeware, beauty, lifestyle and food products on November 13 and 14.
      The programme is free for all to attend, allowing guests to engage in a set of diverse activities while adhering to the strict safety measures.
      For more information regarding the schedule of events, visit www.dubaidesignweek.ae. 
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
      Feature image: Instagram @dubaidesignweek More

    • 138 Shares

      in lifestyle and culture

      10 amazing business lunch deals to take advantage of in Dubai

      by

      To get a change of scenery from meetings in the office, or if you’re looking to try out a brand new restaurant in Dubai, take advantage of these fabulous business lunch deals.
      99 Sushi

      Having recently opened its first Dubai brand after being a huge success in Abu Dhabi, if you’ve been thinking about trying 99 Sushi then their business lunch could be the perfect time to do so. Their ‘Omakase’ business lunch – which means “leave it with me” – includes nine courses of incredible Japanese cuisine for Dhs149.
      The business lunch runs from Sunday-Thursday 12-3.30pm. 

      Cé La Vi

      For a sky-high business lunch, Ce La Vi has to be your go-to. With a fabulous contemporary Asian menu, you’ll get three courses for Dhs140. The package also includes water, tea and coffee as beverages. Alongside an incredible meal, you’ll also be treated to unparalleled views of the Burj Khalifa and the whole of Dubai.

      The business lunch runs from Sunday-Thursday 12-3pm.
      Couqley

      Fancy a French feast for lunch and based near JLT? Couqley is the place to go. On weekdays, it’s the perfect spot for a lunch meeting with its two-course deal for Dhs99 – this can consist of two starters, a starter and a main or a main and a dessert. Signature dishes including the grilled portobello to start, salmon for main and chocolate fondant are a must-try.
      The business lunch runs from Sunday-Thursday 12-3pm.
      Indochine

      Infusing French cuisine with Vietnamese, Indochine’s business lunch is the perfect time to try the famous DIFC hotspot for the first time. For Dhs120 you can get one salad, one roll and one main. Popular dishes on the set menu include vegetable summer rolls, amok cambodgien and jungle curry.
      The business lunch runs from Sunday-Thursday 12.30-3.30pm.
      La Serre

      Traditional French restaurant La Serre recently launched a new business lunch deal. The Rendez-vous lunch menu is priced at Dhs110 for two-courses and Dhs130 for three courses. The varied menu includes a choice of red bream ceviche marinated in tiger milk with tomato confit and chilli, grilled prawns with spinach cream, or a cherry tomato salad with goat’s cheese and hazelnut to start. For mains, select from either fish of the day served with crushed potato, asparagus and lobster sauce, chicken breast supreme with mashed potato, green beans and Périgueux sauce, or homemade gnocchi with endive and blue cheese sauce.
      The business lunch runs from Sunday-Thursday 12-5pm.
      LPM Restaurant & Bar

      Perfect for lunch meetings, especially if you’re craving some quintessential French cuisine, LPM Restaurant & Bar has an express lunch menu. The two-course menu priced at Dhs135 per person is designed for guests to be served within 60 minutes, making it the ideal location for an out-of-office meeting with clients.
      The business lunch runs from Sunday-Thursday 12-3pm.
      The Maine Land Brasserie

      For a chic and grand setting for a lunch meeting during the week, look no further than the Maine Land Brasserie in Business Bay. With Wagyu beef tataki and tuna tartare on the many for starters and shrimp linguini and roasted eggplant for mains, as well as a sticky toffee pudding for dessert, it’s a deal you can’t pass up. For Dhs130 you get one starter, one main, one dessert, water and coffee.
      The business lunch runs from Sunday-Thursday 12-4pm.
      Roberto’s

      For an Italian feast with a new on the menu each week Roberto’s is the place to go. It’s Dhs125 for a starter, main and dessert.
      The business lunch runs from Sunday-Thursday 12-3pm.
      ROKA

      Given that this new Business Bay eatery only launched just before the pandemic, you may have not had a chance to try out the new Japanese Robatayaki restaurant ROKA. Their business lunch deal is the perfect time to visit the new Downtown Dubai hotspot to try some of their signature dishes including the sake teriyaki and gyuhireniku wagyu. For Dhs115 you’ll get four starters and a main course.
      The business lunch runs from Sunday-Thursday 12-3pm.
      Zuma

      For a luxurious and chic lunch setting, Zuma is the place to go. It’s Dhs137 for soup, two starters and one main.
      The business lunch runs from Sunday-Thursday 12-2pm.
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
      Images: Supplied More

    • 175 Shares

      in lifestyle and culture

      In some very exciting news, there’s a five-day weekend coming up in the UAE

      by

      Whilst we only had a public holiday some two weeks ago, you may be already looking forward to the next break.
      And we’re here to tell you there’s not long to wait at all.

      Want even better news? The next long weekend is set to be a five-day break.
      Three public holidays are set to combine with a weekend, making that week a two-day work week and a five-day weekend.

      So, when exactly can we look forward to this break? The answer – in just a few weeks.
      Tuesday, December 1, in the UAE will mark Commemoration Day which honours the Emiratis who have sacrificed their lives to protect their country.
      Then, on Wednesday, December 2 and Thursday, December 3, the UAE will celebrate UAE National Day, which celebrates the unification of the seven emirates.
      Starting off the final month of 2020 with a five-day weekend really doesn’t sound bad at all.
      – For more on luxury lifestyle, news, fashion and beauty follow Emirates Woman on Facebook and Instagram
      Feature Image: Christoph Schulz on Unsplash More