In just a few weeks summer vacation will be coming to a close and it will be time to go back to school. Shopping for new clothes to enter a new year with style is one of the best parts about beginning the school. Give your kid’s wardrobe a fresh start with these haute kid’s clothing stores in Dubai.

Despite its financial troubles, Dubai continues to be noted as the capital of luxury in the Middle East. After a turbulent 2009 retailers are finally beginning to recover and Dubai, known for its opulent hotels, fancy shopping malls, restaurants and nightclubs remains resilient and still, the Mideast haven for luxury.

Since 1925 the Italian Luxury House of Fendi has been known for its beautiful leather creations hand made by artisans in Rome. Fendi now welcomes a new member to its elegant range of designs with the Selleria Collection. The line of bags and suitcases combining stainless steel and rich leather are all hand made and numbered exclusively in limited edition pieces.

With Ramadan scheduled to begin this Wednesday, Dubai life is already starting to slow down in preparation for the Holy Month. During Ramadan Muslims fast from sunrise to sunset. It is a time when importance is given to separating the physical from the spiritual. One gives back to the community, to charity, and spends more time with family and friends over wonderful meals as soon as the fast is broken. For such a cosmopolitan city like Dubai, this might create hindrance for those used to the party scene, the sophisticated bars and nightclubs many of which slow down almost to a complete halt during the Holy Month. But what you can look forward to are the wonder iftar meals full of delicious treats in a variety of settings where you can literally feast until your heart’s content. The following are a list of some of Dubai’s best places to get iftar during Ramadan.

If you’re in the mood for some zesty Mediterranean cooking then try The Med at Media One Hotel. Set amidst spacious and minimalist surroundings much like the décor of the hotel itself, you’ll be served traditional Mediterranean meals with a fun fusion twist.

Sophisticated and smart Temperley’s new collection is inspired by classic Norman Parkinson photographs and combines traditional British elements with the designer’s own style for a smug and ultra classy look.

In a hot climate like Dubai most of us succumb to the soft, creamy and cold sensation of sweet ice cream. A quick remedy for heat exhaustion as well as an instant sugar high, the delicious treat is growing in popularity in Gulf with Italian gelato in particular preference. So when you’re in need of an ice cream turn to these growing Dubai favorites.

Aren’t we loving the arrival of fashion’s favorite brands to the Middle East? Louis Vuitton just opened its first boutique in Lebanon’s capital city of Beirut. The new store is located on Allenby Street in the heart of Beirut ideally situated in between the city’s ancient souks and new high rises.

Tucked away on the ground floor of the Al Khaleej Palace Hotel in Deira is Geneva’s very own Entrecote Café de Paris. The Geneva franchise has offered the world renowned Salad, Steak and French Fries with their specialty sauce menu since 1930 and you can now revel in the experience here in Dubai.