Quincy bed, starting at Dh9,120. Courtesy of Ethan Allen
Quincy bed, starting at Dh9,120. Courtesy of Ethan Allen

The hot list: Setting the tone



A monochromatic design scheme will never go out of style – but that’s no excuse not to keep things fresh. Here are some of our favourite new black-and-white finds.

1 Sophisticated sleep

The Quincy bed by Ethan ­Allen ­presents a dramatic twist on ­traditional country-living style. ­Unapologetically bold lines are ­combined with intricately shaped bed posts and antiqued, brass-finished bolt covers, for a bed that’s designed to attract ­attention.

• Quincy bed, starting at Dh9,120, Ethan Allen, The Dubai Mall

2 Be seated

A classic wing chair with a generous seat cushion and tapered legs, Ethan Allen’s Parker armchair is given a modern makeover with this black-and-white gingham finish. Put it in a quiet corner and reserve for afternoon snoozing.

• Parker chair, Dh 6,410, Ethan Allen, The Dubai Mall

3 Burning bright

We can’t get enough of Hervé Gambs’ signature Couture Flowers – beautifully fragrant artificial orchids and roses set in stark glass cubes – but the brand’s scented candles are heavenly, too. The “haute parfumerie” candles are housed in simple black or white containers, have a burning time of up to 50 hours and present a range of complex aromas, including Ecorce Fauve, Encens Nobilis, Vert Tuberose and Ombre Patchouli.

• Hervé Gambs Fragranced Candle, Dh240, Bloomingdale’s Home, The Dubai Mall

4 Not for jokers

We love the way that a contemporary monochrome palette has been juxtaposed with an antique-­inspired design for the Harlequin Chest by Indigo Living. Based on old French cabinets, the chest features two drawers, the insides of which are painted bright red.

• Harlequin Chest, Dh8,090, Indigo Living, Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai

5 A cushy deal

An all-black-and-white design scheme can sometimes end up feeling a little severe. Enter the ­Cadence Pillow by The One. Its gentle, smoke-inspired design will introduce a touch of softness to your monochrome space.

• Cadence Pillow, price on request, The One stores nationwide

How to protect yourself when air quality drops

Install an air filter in your home.

Close your windows and turn on the AC.

Shower or bath after being outside.

Wear a face mask.

Stay indoors when conditions are particularly poor.

If driving, turn your engine off when stationary.

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So what is Spicy Chickenjoy?

Just as McDonald’s has the Big Mac, Jollibee has Spicy Chickenjoy – a piece of fried chicken that’s crispy and spicy on the outside and comes with a side of spaghetti, all covered in tomato sauce and topped with sausage slices and ground beef. It sounds like a recipe that a child would come up with, but perhaps that’s the point – a flavourbomb combination of cheap comfort foods. Chickenjoy is Jollibee’s best-selling product in every country in which it has a presence.