Chalayan asymmetric silk-satin blouse. Courtesy Net-A-Porter
Chalayan asymmetric silk-satin blouse. Courtesy Net-A-Porter

Our prime picks from Net-A-Porter



Five of our favourites from Net-A-Porter.com

1. Trend: heels

Gianvito Rossi pumps

Femininity, modernity and elegance are synonymous with Gianvito Rossi's acclaimed aesthetic. The son of a shoemaker, Rossi fuses impeccable craftsmanship with signature Italian glamour, creating sculptural stilettos and embellished ankle boots that are the ultimate in stylish footwear.

2. Trend: white

Chalayan asymmetric silk-satin blouse

From inflatable dresses to skirts that transform into tables, the infamous Central Saint Martins alumnus Hussein Chalayan is renowned for pushing the boundaries of sartorial creativity. Expect soft tailoring, clever cuts and origami folds from his ready-to-wear line. His unique vision is perfectly encapsulated in this draped silk-satin blouse. Wear this fluid style with tailored trousers to the office, or team it with a colourful miniskirt when out to dinner.

3. Trend: utility jacket

L'Agence stonewashed cotton-blend twill jacket

For contemporary wardrobe staples with a difference, look no further than L'Agence. This is laid-back casualwear with a luxe twist. Sweet hues are big for this season, so sugarcoat your look with its bubblegum cotton-blend twill jacket. Contrast the sharp utility cut with distressed jeans, adding a pile of hard-edged accessories for an urban twist.

4. Trend: tuxedo trousers

Bottega Veneta stretch-satin jersey straight-leg trousers

Take a chic menswear-inspired approach to night-time dressing with the Italian label Bottega Veneta's navy stretch-satin jersey trousers. Tailored to fit a feminine silhouette, this tuxedo-style piece is a time-honoured classic. Punctuate the black silk-blend satin trim with a tucked-in blouse and glossy pumps for a sleek, evening ensemble.

5. Trend: couture T-shirt

Zoe Karssen cotton-blend jersey T-shirt

The designers Zoe and Quince Karssen have quickly established their label as one of the coolest off-duty brands around. The duo reinvigorates simple T-shirts and sweaters with edgy prints and modern silhouettes. Team this lightweight cotton-blend jersey design with patterned skinny jeans for an effortlessly cool weekend look.

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Director: Magizh Thirumeni

Stars: Ajith Kumar, Arjun Sarja, Trisha Krishnan, Regina Cassandra

Rating: 4/5

 

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Favourite hobby: Football

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Favourite country: UAE

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The Sand Castle

Director: Matty Brown

Stars: Nadine Labaki, Ziad Bakri, Zain Al Rafeea, Riman Al Rafeea

Rating: 2.5/5

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Emergency

Director: Kangana Ranaut

Stars: Kangana Ranaut, Anupam Kher, Shreyas Talpade, Milind Soman, Mahima Chaudhry 

Rating: 2/5

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The specs

Engine: 3-litre twin-turbo V6

Power: 400hp

Torque: 475Nm

Transmission: 9-speed automatic

Price: From Dh215,900

On sale: Now

The specs
 
Engine: 3.0-litre six-cylinder turbo
Power: 398hp from 5,250rpm
Torque: 580Nm at 1,900-4,800rpm
Transmission: Eight-speed auto
Fuel economy, combined: 6.5L/100km
On sale: December
Price: From Dh330,000 (estimate)
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COMPANY PROFILE
Name: HyperSpace
 
Started: 2020
 
Founders: Alexander Heller, Rama Allen and Desi Gonzalez
 
Based: Dubai, UAE
 
Sector: Entertainment 
 
Number of staff: 210 
 
Investment raised: $75 million from investors including Galaxy Interactive, Riyadh Season, Sega Ventures and Apis Venture Partners