On 28 January, a cocktail party for the launch of Tory Burch in Color (Abrams; October 2014; hardcover, 195 AED) was hosted by Tory Burch LLC and Brownbook at Dubai’s The Magazine Shop for tastemakers and influencers.

Roger Dubuis, pioneer of contemporary skeleton calibers since 1995 and supercar maestro McLaren, recently joined hands in Dubai to celebrate exclusivity, precision and beauty during a private and intimate cocktail party.

This month, the mesmerizing pieces of Chanel’s Sous le Signe du Lion High Jewelry collection will be traveling to Dubai where they will be showcased at the CHANEL Watches and Jewelry boutique at the Dubai Mall. Artfully rendered and depicting a magnificent subject matter, the collection expresses the breadth and creativity CHANEL High Jewelry.

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we’ve selected the best places in Dubai for a romantic dinner. From al fresco eateries to magnificent beach side venues, these restaurants are ideal places to bring your special someone.

Local Emirati talent Madiyah Al Sharqi has gained increased exposure through Moda Operandi, the renowned fashion special order website. This collaboration signifies the first time that a UAE designer is featured and available for preorder on the site.

Luxury perfume house M.Micallef has continued its expansion across the UAE, with the opening of its third boutique this February in Al Ain Mall.

The exquisite high jewelry timepieces of Jaeger-LeCoultre will soon be on display during a special event in Kuwait.

Jaeger-LeCoultre will present its SIHH novelties during the Doha Watch and Jewelry Fair in February. This year’s creations pay tribute to the astronomy.

On 13 January, High Jewelry Maison Van Cleef & Arpels announced the finalists in the run up to the Middle East Emergent Artist Prize 2015. The finalists were announced in collaboration with Tashkeel and Design Days Dubai, Van Cleef& Arpels and took place during a conference in the Dubai Mall boutique.