Just opened in Dubai’s Jumeirah Lakes Towers, Zen Asia Spa provides the discerning woman with a variety of essential beauty rituals.

Rocco Forte, renowned European luxury hotel group, offers Middle Eastern guests the ideal European getaway this Eid. Consisting of 13 individually distinct hotels, all located within culturally rich metropolises, has created a series of exclusive, diverse and delightful packages for guests from the Middle East visiting their properties over the Eid Al Fitr and Eid Al Adha holiday periods.

One of Dubai’s favorite boutiques, Soirée recently announced the opening of its Essa boutique in Dubai. Local designer of Indian origin, Essa is known for hiscolorful traditional kaftans made with a contemporary twist. He often incorporates such materials as chiffons, found vintage fabrics, silk and lace to create his vibrant designs.

The creative energy between the universes of design and fashion are revealed in
the new KENZO maison collection at Aati. Since its debut in 2008, KENZO maison
has strived to maintain an original approach aimed at combining the best design with
the strong creative identity of the brand in order to create a line of beautiful, vibrant,
contemporary and unique furniture.

Chloé Fall Winter 2011/ 2012 features clothes for a woman with a nomadic and adventurous spirit. These garments come in a patchwork of textures, materials and layering effects as well as mixes of denim, muslin, wools and leathers in contrasting colors. Also featured are reptilian prints associated with genuine exotic hides in graduated camouflage-style compositions on trench coats, blouses and knitwear.

Make your way into September with a refreshed and rejuvenated look. Jumeriah’s Talise Spa is offering a variety of promotions next month at its various spa branches in Dubai. Choose from a selection of specialty treatments such as facials, massages, Turkish Hammams, and even a session of Full Moon Yoga.

Restaurateur Gabriele Babini is sharing his secrets of the best city spots in Dubai. The Director of Operations of At.mosphere Grill and Lounge in Dubai let’s Haute Living in on his top picks on hotels, sushi and who he really think makes the best dessert in the desert.

Eight is considered a lucky number in Chinese. Apparently the House of Dior thought so as well. Dior is located in Paris’s eighth arrondissement and the brand’s new jewelry boutique is situated on 8 Place Vendôme. If this weren’t enough, Dior recently launched the VIII Watch Collection with Charlie Therzon as the brand ambassador and face of the line. Exclusive to only four cities including Dubai, here’s the deal on Dior VIII.

Esmod Paris graduate Khulood Thani is set to debut her Spring/Summer 2012 collection from her label Bint Thani at the biannual catwalk show A La Mode at London Fashion Week this Fall. Her creations are made with luxurious fabrics of silk, chiffon and satin fusing Parisian style with London’s cutting-edge high-street wear.