This week has been a whirlwind; February has finally arrived. From Valentine's Day capsule collections courtesy of Dior to rooftop soirees and beauty buys, here are all the launches you may have missed this week.
Love Bug
Dior celebrates Valentine's Day with a romantic capsule collection by Maria Grazia Chiuri, Le Coeur des papillons. Comprising emblematic bags, shoes and ready-to-wear emblazoned with intertwining flowers and butterflies as well as adorable accessories, any piece from the collection would be a welcome gift this Valentine's Day. Shop now
Chasing Sunsets
Rooftop hotspot, Attiko, has collaborated with MEMO Paris to create a unique brunch experience that fuses fragrance with culinary delights. Each week, MEMO Paris will highlight a different fragrance through a corresponding dress code and expertly crafted cocktail, offering guests the opportunity to immerse themselves in the spirit of fragrance. The first edition on 3rd February revolves around the Marfa fragrance, which boasts notes of tuberose, musk and orange blossom. The dress code? Desert dream. As for the food, expect a sharing-style menu of Pan-Asian fare, from beef tataki and spicy tuna maki to seabass and mochi. Book Now
Surface Level
Winter skin woes? Chanel Beauty has released the innovative No1 de Chanel Red Camellia Revitalising Mask, which combines red camellia with AHAs with hibiscus acid extracts to gently exfoliate the skin, leaving it smoother, energised and with a youthful glow. Shop now
The Great Outdoors
Award-winning restaurant, Lah Lah, has unveiled its newly renovated terrace in time for alfresco season. The sprawling space is inspired by bustling Asian nightlife, with graffiti-splashed walls and a bold palette creating a playful ambiance. Savour Pan-Asian favourites from chicken satay and pad Thai to lobster dumplings and sashimi platters alongside whimsical, perfectly executed cocktails as the resident DJ sets the mood. Book now
Flipping Out
Fendi unveils the Fendi Flip, the colour-block bag that transforms from a practical shopper to elegant clutch in an instant. Complete with an F embroidered on the upper corner, foldable base and versatile colourways, the Fendi Flip is a do-it-all hero. Available online and in-stores from 8 February
Pick Me Up
Your lunch break just got an upgrade. Hailing from London, Pret A Manger has opened its doors in Emaar Square, Downtown Dubai, to bring its freshly baked goodness to a new neighbourhood. Handmade light bites, sandwiches, salads, hot meals and organic specialty coffee are all available to grab-and-go or savour over a catch-up. Watch this space, as a new top-secret location will be unveiled soon.