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The role of women in the Middle East is evolving because progress and evolution are unavoidable. As German philosopher Arthur Schopenhauer said, “All truth passes through three stages. First, it is ridiculed. Second, it is violently opposed. Third, it is accepted as being self-evident.” Re
London’s newest kid on the Savile Row block is changing the way men view tailor made and bespoke fashion, combining flamboyant colours with couture styling. But, asks Ziad Taha, can Ozwald Boateng also put the Middle East under his belt?
Although his assistant asked that I submit my questions in advance of Bespoke’s exclusive interview, Bahaa al-Hariri confesses he hasn't read them. "It's been really busy," he says by way of apology, after we shake hands." I don't like to read the questions before, it makes me nervous." Wa
In the Middle East, the Aston Martin V8 Vantage, is due to be launched by the end of this summer. It will be the bestseller of all Astons and the future of the brand depends on such. Nicolas Shammas travels to Gordes in Southern France to attend the worldwide press launch of this beautiful
While Qatar may not automatically ring bells as a sport destination, that’s all set to change. Helen Assaf looks into the tiny Gulf state’s newest and most promising enterprise, Aspire, which heavily invests in sporting talent to guarantee a return of champions.
Adam Aircraft is the light jet aviation firm to keep your eye on in the new age of travel and not merely because of an appearance in the 2006 Miami Vice movie. With very light jets becoming the new breed of personal jets and businessmen the world-over switching to private travel, Bespoke t
The Burj Dubai, with another estimated two years of construction to go, is already setting records. With a current elevation of 380 metres the tower has become the highest structure in the Middle East and Europe and the ninth highest freestanding structure in the world. At 110 storeys it h
Olga Berluti rarely grants interviews. Her mind, soul and body are dedicated to her trade. So much so that she also has no time for financial analyses or other diversions that may take her away from her passion. Her quest in life is beyond fashion and art – it is about crafting perfect …
Slice to Light By Nicolas Shammas I have always been a little turned off by how some cigar smokers slice their smokes. You either see them chomping off the end as though it’s high-noon in some Western or you see them cutting off the gorgeous rounded cap with the sterling silver knife used
At the age of seventy-four, hotel magnate Adrian Zecha is an hotelier phenomenon, though he’s quick to dismiss it. Currently the executive chairman of Aman resorts and chairman of the luxury hotel management company GHM, Zecha, in a rare interview, talks to Nicolas Shammas about hotels,…
By Rana Ballout I’m Arab…and I’m Proud! A Lebanese friend of mine recently called me fuming from London. She had just ended a spirited conversation with a former White House staff member who demanded, point blank, “Can you tell me what the Arabs have contributed to Western civilization in
Tied to Perfection By Jean Claude Alfa Very few people realise that you can appreciate a man’s soul from by his choice of neckties. This may sound strange but bear with me for one moment. Whereas suits come in all shapes, sizes and colours, ties unlike any other apparel indicate what moves