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Rare Appeal: Fine Jeweller Edmond Avakian's Pursuit of Perfection
products · Jewellery

Rare Appeal: Fine Jeweller Edmond Avakian's Pursuit of Perfection

Writer: Nadine Hallak Rare appeal His jewelled empire extends from the Middle East, through Europe and all the way to Beverly Hills. He is Edmond Avakian, the fine jeweller who strives for nothing short of perfection. With a head for engineering and finance, and a hawk’s eye for precious s

6 Aug 2009 By Official Bespoke

Soviet dreams
products · Planes

Soviet dreams

This is the world’s largest aeroplane. Named the Antonov An-225 Myria, it was built by the Antonov Design Bureau in Ukraine, and though two were originally commissioned only one was ever built. The second An-225 has been cannibalised for spare parts and currently sits derelict, collecting

4 Aug 2009 By Official Bespoke

Grand ambitions
products · boats

Grand ambitions

The world of shipbuilding is in for a shock as Abu Dhabi MAR disturbs the otherwise tranquil waters with some eye-catching innovation. The Middle Eastern company has boldly renovated two warships, recasting them as things of extreme pleasure.

3 Aug 2009 By Official Bespoke

Communal effort
people · culture

Communal effort

Zalfa Bouez is the President of the Zouk Mikael International Festival in Lebanon where every year a musical festival is held within the town’s Romanesque amphitheatre.

2 Aug 2009 By Official Bespoke

S.T.Dupont and the Art of Fire
products · cars

S.T.Dupont and the Art of Fire

Between tradition and contemporary creations, S.T.Dupont has always innovated and surprised.

30 Jul 2009 By Official Bespoke

people · business

Familia Arabia

The global recession may be in full force, yet Arab families are still wealthy. One of the biggest players even recently declared, “We have come a long way since the days when pearl diving was a mainstay of our economy. Now, in the new Millennium, the world is our oyster.”

29 Jul 2009 By Official Bespoke

Pearly whites
people · beauty

Pearly whites

Dental care in the region is somewhat embryonic. Luckily, a team of dentists came together to change that, and as a result Dentalia Clinics was born.

26 Jul 2009 By Official Bespoke

places · Lebanon

Nuptial Dreams: The Hunt for Beirut's Finest Wedding Planner

Section: escape / wedding planning Nuptial dreams With Beirut overshadowing all other cities as the wedding destination of choice for Middle Eastern couples, it is imperative to know just who is the best Lebanese wedding planner. To make things really interesting the editorial team at Besp

25 Jul 2009 By Official Bespoke

Pomp and Ceremony
fashion · products

Pomp and Ceremony

1. Vera Wang Thanks to her inimitable and unforgettable designs, American designer Vera Wang has become one of the most respected and influential bridal gown designers in the world today. Her dresses always boast the finest fabrics: flowing organza, luminous mikado woven silk, and rich and

24 Jul 2009 By Official Bespoke

Freedom of expression
fashion · products

Freedom of expression

Urban Couture by Tariq Ghazzawi has brought a new, modern twist to the thobe allowing the fashion-conscious to head out the door in a newfound style.

21 Jul 2009 By Official Bespoke

people · Restaurants

The Affordable Option: A Fantastic Parisian Bistro That Won't Break the Bank

The affordable option I hope, since my last review, that you have managed to visit L’Ami Louis. If you found the bill shocking you can’t say I didn’t warn you. The good news is that I have another fantastic bistro for you to try but this one has a far more reasonable fare. It goes by the n

18 Jul 2009 By Official Bespoke

people · culture

Internet language

imho my m&d r oot its lk tlking 2 alfs sumtimes Confused? You’re not the only one. Let me translate that little linguistic gem for you. “In my honest opinion, my mum and dad are out of touch, it’s like talking to aliens sometimes.” Chances are, your kids could have understood that. Languag

17 Jul 2009 By Official Bespoke