Designer Collaboration: Nadine Kanso X Plukka

Plukka is proud to announce it's collaboration with a Middle Eastern favorite, Bil Arabi by Nadine Kanso, which means ‘In Arabic’.The brand, which has been worn by countless celebrities including Eve, Eva Simons, Zaha Haddid, Elissa, Julianne Moore, Kylie Minogue, Dita Von Teese and more, truly captures the essence of the modern Arab identity in the 21st century as she sees it – unique, unavoidable and with a will to be seen and heard.

Plukka, which is the premier online retail destination for luxury, creativity, and extraordinary value in fine jewelry, officially launched in Dubai early January 2014, and is fast becoming a favorite with fine jewelry lovers in the region.Bil Arabi's latest collection includes rings, earrings, bracelets, pendants and cufflinks that draw on the inherent beauty, calligraphic shape and lyricism of the Arabic alphabet, will be available online exclusively on Plukka.com.Using yellow, white and rose gold, along with dazzling precious and semi precious stones, Kanso's funky twist is apparent, creating a new contemporary visual language that nestles comfortably on the hand, wrist, ear or dangles elegantly from the neck.

Bil Arabi will also be launching a specially designed cuff that will be exclusive to Plukka and available only through the online fine jewelry retailer.The name of the cuff, "Ya 3ein" is a term of endearment, uttered when faced with dazzling beauty.It is a word that is sung in many Arabic songs and spoken to ward of the evil eye, which is the centerpiece of the rose gold cuff with a beautiful sapphire and diamonds surrounding it.

“This piece is for the well travelled woman who embraces culture, someone who appreciates the beauty of language and Arabic calligraphy as an art and design piece, looking beyond the ‎literal meaning” says Nadine Kanso.“Most of Bil Arabi pieces are worn day to night and this one is no exception.Today's ladies love glamour and bespoke pieces, and this exclusive piece is just perfect for that attitude.”

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*Photo: Courtesy of Nadine Kanso/Bil Arabi & Plukka

Exclusive: Tropique C'est Chic Collection Launches In Dubai

An evening of glamour, style and summer whimsy awaited Dubai's fashion and design crowd last night at Tropique C'est Chic with Sarah's Bag teaming up with Nasiba Hafiz and The Odd Piece to present a special collection of clothes, handbags, accessories and statement pieces for the home.

Sarah's Bag, the luxury handcrafted social entrepreneurship brand of handbags and accessories showcased a collection of beach bags, tote, hats and caftans awash in the bright colours and uplifting hues of summer - the coveted Tawleh bag deemed crowd favourite for the evening.

Nasiba Hafiz is the designer behind the eponymous label of quirky, glamorous, ultra feminine women's wear inspired by the stars and screen goddesses of the 1950s, and The Odd Piece is Dubai's haven for unique vintage furniture and home accessories sourced from around the world by collector and founder, Arwa Hafiz.

The trio presented their vibrant summer collection to Dubai's fashion forward crowd including style icons Nadine Kanso, Alanoud Badr, Mireille Husseini and Ritu Upadhyay.

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Exclusive: Bil Arabi Launches ''Ahwak'' Collection

Bil Arabi is known for pushing the envelope, defying the timeless and for their embracing of everything that is feminine and edgy.So if you are a fan of dainty yet bold jewelry, you're going to love Nadine Kanso's brand new jewelry collection entitled ''Ahwak''.

The range includes necklaces, rings and earrings, all infused with the essence of Kanso's unique signature style, incorporating fine calligraphy, floral inspirations,18-carat gold and an array of exotic gemstones.

Every exquisite handmade piece of the collection is distinctive and tailored to perfection, telling an effervescent tale of Arabian beauty.Available in only lilac, green and blue, it’s definitely a lot easier to match these statement pieces with your existing spring jewelry collection.Whether you mix and match them or wear them on their own, Bil Arabi's Ahwak pieces are bound to turn heads with their eye-catching design.

Available exclusively at Harvey Nichols, Dubai.

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*Photo: Courtesy of Bil Arabi By Nadine Kanso