Harper's Bazaar Best Dressed List

Knowing how obsessed I am with magazines, my lovely friend Rana was in Dubai over the weekend and got me a copy of Harper's Bazaar Best Dressed list, which comes complimentary with HB's March issue. Speaking of magazines, what's wrong Kuwait? Why aren't we getting any fashion magazines? The once that are being sold throughout bookshops are November and December's editions! Someone told me that the delay is caused by some sort of heated rivalries between two of Kuwait's main magazine suppliers. Bummer! I know we have zinio now, but I prefer reading my mags old school style.

Anyhow, contrary to the previous best dressed list edition, this edition featured more Kuwaitis than ever: Nadia Behbehani, Amal Khoursheed, Fatima Al-Qadiri, Hanan Al Jouan, Hind Al Wazzan, and Noor Al Sabah. Kudos to Kuwaiti Style! I enjoyed reading the profile of each one of them, especially that part where artist Fatima Al Qadiri mentioned that one of her favorite fashion items is a Givenchy leather harness personally gifted to her by Riccardo Tisci. Now how cool is that?!!

Actually, I read the profiles of each of the fabulous and fashionable women featured in the list! It's so pleasing to see our region's personal style (and not trends only) celebrated in that way. Looking forward to next year's edition. Here are some of my favorite bits...

UPDATE: It is worth mentioning that Kuwaiti stylist Fahad Al Marzouq is the one who did the styling for Hanan Al Jouan, Noor Al Sabah, and his mother Hend Al Wazzan. Great job Fahad!

Loved the Helmet Lang blazer with chiffon sleeves which Nadia Behbehani, Amanda Peet look-alike, was sporting.

Saudi designer Razan Alazzouni dressed in her own design. Razan's work was featured on my blog here, here, and here.

From Bahrain Alaa Al Shroogi.. Everything about this photo is classy and elegant

Killer Wang heels! As worn by Dubai based twins Alizey and Saanieh Mirza. Check out their fun blog here. And That peplum white skirt and Stella McCartney's floral pants are beyond fabulous!

Hanan Al Jouan looking sleek and über-chic

Amina Tahir from UAE looks regal, doesn't she? Poised and confident. Love it.

Hind Al Wazzan in a stunning fringed dress

Some serious arm party here rocked by a stylish Palestinain/Greek PR Manager Melina Mitri

Noor Al Sabah hit all fashion's right notes with this flawless photo

The season's most-wanted shoes look even more stunning on tanned legs worn by the editor of lifestyle website CheerypickDubai.com Aysha Majid.

Hackett Now Open in Kuwait

For all you guys who love Polo & Tommy, you’ll be thrilled to know that British Brand Hackett is now open in Kuwait at The Avenues (Phase II). The home of authentic British Menswear and style, Hackett , has a worldwide reputation for producing high quality, unique and distinctive, menswear and kid’s clothing. Hackett’s clothes offer a selection of formal wear including dinner jackets, business clothing such as ties, suits, shirts and trousers, smart casual, rugby shirts, designer polo shirts to accessories including belts, scarves, wallets, and travel bags. And here's an interesting fact, Hackett is the Official Clothing Partner of the Aston Martin Racing . So you will also find Limited edition 'Aston Martin Racing by Hackett' products available in store. These Aston Martin Racing products make ideal gifts for Formula 1 racing fan, or an Aston Martin owner.

Saks In Bahrain

I went to Saks Fifth Avenue store in Bahrain. The two-level store is located in City Centre Mall and has a collection of American and international clothes designers for Men and Women as well as jewelry, accessories, handbags, fragrances, cosmetics, intimate apparel, bridal, and children's apparel. However, I was slightly disappointed by the small selection, maybe because all items were on sale? Or the number and variety of brands were limited? Anyhow, my favourite section at Saks - Bahrain was Saks's world-famous 10022-SHOE salon (shown in the photo below). It had the same look & feel of the NY's shoe salon but of course not the same space. The Shoe Salon had really nice selection and they were all on sale! I have been told by Saks Sales Assistant that they will be hosting numerous special events throughout the year such as fashion shows and personal appearances by designers. Now that's something I'd be interested in! In addition, they currently offer in-st

Event: Villa Moda Movenpick Luxury Sale

The Villa Moda Movenpick Luxury Sale is an event all savvy shoppers and bargain hunters look forward to as it's a chance to get the best deals from the most wanted designer labels. The sale will showcase clothes and accessories from Spring/Summer 2008 collection and some going back to Fall 2007 collection (and even older). Believe me when I tell you there are some real bargains as all items will discounted with a whopping 60% or more. The event will start tomorrow Saturday and will be open to the public 10 AM to 10 PM. And all throughout Ramadan from 10 AM until 2 PM and from 7:30 PM until 12:30 AM. The women’s section will be in a tent just outside the Mövenpick. As for men’s, it will be in the Villa Moda Shuwaikh warehouse just behind the building. Signs are displayed for directions. You better be quick and go and grab all you want in the very first days before the good stuff/sizes are gone.

6on6onzz said…

Hello confashion

how are you

can u please tell me how I can subscribe to Harper Bazaar arabia also Haute Muse ..

I have been searching on the web o can find a way can u help pllz

thanks alot
regards
Dunia Al BEshara

19 March, 2012

Aseel said…

SO Proud of my friends and acquaintances who got chosen as one of the Best Dressed for 2012!!! Amina Taher, Amal Khoushid, Noor Al-Sabah, and Khalty Hind Al-Wazzan. You all deserve it and more! Go Fashionistas ;)

Confashion said…

6on6onzz
You can subscribe to haute muse through www.HauteMuse.com. As for Harpers Bazaar, you may try emailing them and asking them how because I couldn't find anything online: hbcontact@itp.com, hbsales@itp.com

Aseel
They all looked fab :)

LMM said…

I am so proud of HANAN AL JOUAN!
She looks absolutely stunning and Im in love with her line "Ha2"

Anonymous said…

Oh WOW, Noor sure looks gorgeous mashalla!

20 March, 2012

Dunia Al Beshara said…

Thank u so much

Dunia

noon said…

pretty woman in pretty dresses mashalah

21 March, 2012

Alizey and Saanieh Mirza said…

We only just saw this, thank you so much for the mention - we LOVE your blog <3 <3