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The maker of the red-soled shoes, Christian Louboutin is expanding to the Middle East. The much loved shoe designer who counts A-list celebrities such as Dita Von Teese on his list, will be opening a boutique at the Mall of the Emirates in September which follows a recent opening in Jeddah and subsequent stores to be launched in Riyadh and Beirut.

Dubai’s high temperatures should be good for something, right? Despite our recent hesitation to journey outdoors into the what often feels like a furnace, the hot weather might be good for one thing: Bikram Yoga. Core Studio in Dubai Marina Walk Park is taking advantage of the heat and offering Bikram Yoga classes outdoors.

Imagine taking a dip into cool waters with a beautiful view of the Dubai skyline all around you. Well this is what you get when you experience the pool at Raffles Hotel and Resort.

One of the things the Middle East is known for are its perfumes. The word “perfume” is derived from the Latin “per fume” which literally translates as “through smoke.” The oldest perfume can be traced back to over 200o years ago when the ancient Egyptians, who greatly cherished their scents, would place them in beautiful glass bottles. Perfume is then said to have spread with the expansion of Islam. Some scholars have even suggested that the Prophet Mohammed had a love for fragrances. One such scent is rose water which is used throughout Arabic culture as a way of purifying mosques, flavoring Turkish delights,teas, and also on guests from a flask called a “gulabdan.” Today Luxury houses such as Tom Ford and Giorgio Armani as well as other well established brands such as Jo Malone and Guerlain are tapping into the powerful scents from the Middle East.

Left Bank, the popular bar and lounge located in the Souk Al Bahar has recently launched a Ladies Night. Perfect for a night retreat during the summer heat, enjoy cocktails and canapes amidst simple yet stylish decor.

Dubai is laden with fancy restaurants boasting a variety of international dishes and specialties, but what we often forget are the many Arabic restaurants which remind us that we are in the Middle East. Restaurants offering Emirati cuisine are few and hard to find. We’ve nevertheless spotted the best places for you to get a taste of local cuisine and other regional specialties.

Now one of New York City’s best loved fashion boutiques, Charlie and Sam started off as a small shop offering funky clothing in the trendy Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn. The boutique is co-owed by sisters Daniela Parker Bowles and Claudia Agiro and named after their dogs, Charlie and Sam. The once almost unheard of store now has a loyal fashion following from around the world.

If you’re in search of a way to start your week with a groove then get a move on to Cavalli Club on Sundays. The haute couture nightclub at the Fairmont has recently launched a special night of fashion frenzy fun each Sunday.