Text: Dariga Masenova IT IS TOO BORING TO DRESS AS EVERYTHING WHEN THE WORLD OFFERS SUCH ABOUT FACTORS AND STYLES. WE FINDED THE MOST UNUSUAL CONCEPTUAL SHOPS IN THE EMIRATES, WHERE IT IS PLEASANT TO NOT ONLY BUY SOMETHING, BUT IT IS SIMPLE TO VISIT!
O 'de rose
Anyone who lives in the Middle East and loves the local culture and traditions will appreciate the new O'de Rose concept store. At first, eclecticism of the Arab orientation intoxicates. From the number of pillows and ottomans dizzy, and from pop art portraits of Um Kultum - the legendary singer from Egypt - ripples in the eyes. But after a couple of minutes, this whole kaleidoscope starts to like. In the boutique you can find works by local designers and artists - Nada Debs, Name Design Studio, Karen Chekerdgian, Rana Salam, Spice, Kafka Goes Pink, Sarah's Bag, Nada Zeineh and others. Almost every item or item has an element of Arab heritage, and manually embroidered clutches and purses can rightfully be considered one of the kind. The main theme of the interior is a rose, because the name of the boutique means "rose water". And the water in the desert is holy!
Address: Villa 999, Al Wasl Road, Umm Suqeim 2, Dubai www.o-derose.com
Minbart
Anyone who thinks that the fashion arena in Abu Dhabi is inferior to Dubai is deeply mistaken. In the capital, for example, there is an unusual Minbart concept boutique. The name of the store combines the Arabic word minbar, that is, "platform", and English art. Here, as if in an open art studio, young designers from all over the world present their work. Fashionistas will like avant-garde glasses from Linda Farrow, bright styletto from Bionda Castana and ironic prints of Gunseli Turkay. However, the founder of the brand, Sheikh Aliya Al Kassimi, has collected a collection of not only European and American designers. On stylish hangers, for example, abayy of laconic cut from a business collection from local designers No. 3 hang.
Address: Al Muneera, Al Raha Beach, Abu Dhabi www.minbart.com
West L. A.
No, this is not the bustling western Los Angeles, but a hipster boutique hidden in the Jumeirah district in Dubai. Many people compare it with the S * uce or Boutique 1 concept stores that have long been known in the city, which every season bring collections of New York and Paris designers from fashion capitals. West L. A. presents things of a more affordable price range, the cost of which does not exceed 2000 dirhams. In the store you can find the same Homiès caps that the model Cara Delevingne loves so much. Alia Corayem, the owner of the boutique, wears clothes of such brands as House of Harlow, Belle Noel, Bec & Bridge, Blank NYC, Finders Keepers, For Love & Lemons, Jessica Hart, Maurie and Eve, Mileti and Mink Pink.
Address: Sunset Mall, Beach Road, Jumeirah 3, Dubai www.westlaboutique.com
Comptoir 102
If you don’t know where all the progressive youth of Dubai are spending their time, you should stop by for lunch at the bohemian corner of Comptoir 102, which means “counter” in French. The concept store at Jumeirah combines a boutique and café with a light menu and terrace. It was founded by two Parisians - Emmanuel Saco and Alexandra de Montoudois. After fresh croissants with an invigorating coffee, you should look around. Because the store has designer furniture, as well as exclusive fashion accessories: bags from Delphine Delafon, Jerome Dreyfuss, Mexican Cossacks, Ethno-style bags Miss Mochila, Phillipe Model sneakers, as well as felt hats, belts and scarves. Aged in the Scandinavian style, Comtpoir 102 has a pleasant pastime.
Address: Villa 102 (now guess why “102”?), Beach Road, Jumeirah 1, Dubai www.comptoir102.com
The cARTel
Art lovers will love Alserkal Avenue in the Al Quoz area, where local photographers and street artists often gather. It is not surprising that The cARTel's avant-garde showroom is located in the heart of Dubai's industrial center. Here are things called wearable art. Promising designers from around the world are curated by the founder of the Miss Shub Qureshi showroom. Of particular interest are dresses from Akultura, Dora Kelemen, Zoran Dobric, jackets from Rad Hourani, bright silicone bracelets from Dario Scapitta Design, and from men's collections - Bermuda shorts from Byungmun SEO. By the way, those who want to experiment with the local style will love Tamashee Bedouin sandals.
Address: Alserkal Avenue Unit 6, Al Quoz Industrial 1, Street 17, Dubai www.thecartel.me
Zaveri prive
Vintage sunglasses collections from the 1930s to the 1990s can only be found in Dubai at the Zaveri Prive boutique. Rare eyeglass frames from Dior, YSL, Chloe, Alain Mikli, Cazal are presented in a wide variety of forms - both in classic feline, oversize, aviators, and experimental ones. All points are collected in a limited series, and some are exclusive. Over 25,000 vintage glasses belong to collector Bijo Zaveri, who continued the hobby of his beloved grandfather. By the way, you can try on these works of art only by appointment.
Address: Villa 738, Al Wasl Road, Jumeirah 3, Dubai (tel: 0528349999) www.zaveriprive.com
Mahani
The Boulevard Gallery at Emirates Towers has a Mahani concept boutique that sells clothing, art, and even pastries! Thanks to this store, such names as Chalayan, Rodarte, Haider Ackermann, Simone Rocha, Meadham Kirchhoff and Junya Watanabe gained wide popularity in the UAE. Following the release of his own collection, Japanese fashion designer Watanabe challenged generally accepted norms in the fashion world, combining minimalism with avant-garde aesthetics. One cannot but pay attention to the interior of the store, in which pale pink and pistachio tones predominate. The idea belongs to the London design studio Studio Toogood.
Address: The Boulevard, Jumeirah Emirates Towers, Dubai www.mahanifashion.com
