The Week According to YUNG

With The Snatch bag, Givenchy signals a new chapter under Sarah Burton, one defined by intimacy, softness, and sculptural restraint. Designed as an extension of the body, the silhouette echoes the tailoring codes found in Burton’s ready-to-wear: cinched waists, curved seams, and a quiet sense of tension held within fluid form.

Crafted from supple calf-grain leather, the bag balances structure and ease. An inside-out construction reveals a contrasting nappa lining and a colour-pop lunetta detail, visible when unzipped. The hardware plays with contrast too, pairing organic metal chains with angular zipper pullers, grounded by discreet metal feet in gold or silver finishes.

Available in three sizes and worn by hand, shoulder, or crossbody, The Snatch arrives in a palette that spans timeless neutrals and expressive brights. It’s a bag designed less to announce itself, and more to move naturally with its wearer.

Burberry returns to its roots with a Valentine’s Day campaign that frames romance through intimacy, familiarity, and everyday connection. Shot in London, the campaign stars British model Jean Campbell and American artist Orfeo Tagiuri, real-life partners and long-standing friends of the house, bringing an authentic ease to the narrative.

Set inside a florist, the short film and still imagery focus on small, spontaneous gestures rather than overt displays of affection. Shared glances, quiet moments, and unspoken understanding take centre stage, grounding the story in lived experience. London’s recognisable architecture and saturated colour accents anchor the visuals, reinforcing Burberry’s enduring relationship with the city and its modern British identity.

Alongside the campaign, Burberry introduces a curated Valentine’s Day selection spotlighting house icons and personalised gifting. From embroidered scarves to customised knits and accessories, the offering places meaning and individuality at the heart of contemporary romance, timeless, personal, and understated.

LVMH’s watch maisons kick off 2026 with bold reinterpretations and tributes to heritage, innovation, and artistry. Bvlgari leads with refreshed icons, transforming Monete, Tubogas, Serpenti, and Lvcea into contemporary, colourful expressions of the brand’s signature aesthetic. Each design blends artistic creativity with refined craftsmanship, reinforcing Bvlgari’s position at the intersection of watchmaking and high jewellery.

Hublot continues its Big Bang evolution with the Tourbillon Novak Djokovic GOAT Edition trilogy, incorporating elements celebrating the tennis champion’s career milestones. The brand also announced the Big Bang Original Unico and the first Big Bang Unico in collaboration with designer Samuel Ross, following last year’s 20th Anniversary edition.

TAG Heuer enters 2026 by revisiting its heritage with three notable Carreras: the 41 mm Chronograph glassbox, the maritime-inspired Carrera Seafarer, and the Carrera Split-Seconds Chronograph, introducing the first rattrapante complication in the collection. These releases underscore the maisons’ mastery of technical precision, heritage, and emotive design, offering collectors and enthusiasts modern interpretations of timeless icons.

Abu Dhabi will host the inaugural Middle East edition of Shoptalk Luxe in from 27 January, marking a significant moment for the global luxury retail industry’s presence in the region. Taking place at Emirates Palace, the event is set to welcome over 2,000 senior decision-makers and more than 170 global speakers.

The programme brings together influential figures including Vera Wang, Hugo Boss CEO Daniel Grieder, Harrods Managing Director Michael Ward, and leaders from Amouage, Christian Louboutin, Kerzner International, and Harvey Nichols. Discussions will focus on evolving luxury values, digital acceleration, consumer relationships, and leadership in a rapidly shifting market.

Built collaboratively with the industry, Shoptalk Luxe centres on five themes, from redefining physical and digital experiences to delivering value beyond ownership. Positioned within Abu Dhabi’s expanding cultural landscape, the event reinforces the emirate’s growing role as a global hub for luxury, creativity, and strategic dialogue.

Maui Jim enters Formula 1’s next chapter alongside Oracle Red Bull Racing, aligning its performance-driven eyewear with one of the sport’s most technically ambitious teams. As official eyewear partner, the brand will equip drivers, pit crew, and race teams throughout the global calendar.

The collaboration coincides with a pivotal moment for Red Bull Racing, marked by the debut of a new power unit developed with Ford and a refreshed driver lineup featuring Max Verstappen and Isack Hadjar. To mark the partnership, Maui Jim introduces a Racing Capsule within its ‘Elima collection.

Highlights include updated colourways of the Ho‘okipa Ultra, featuring Hawaii Lava and Blue Hawaii mirror lenses inspired by the team’s palette, alongside the new Haulani frame, influenced by aerodynamic car design. As always, the collection blends advanced optics with everyday wearability, reinforcing Maui Jim’s focus on clarity, precision, and performance.

Makeup by Mario introduces the next evolution of its cult-favourite SoftSculpt Shaping Stick, refining the product without altering the formula that made it a global bestseller. The update focuses on functionality and design, reinforcing the brand’s commitment to professional-grade tools made accessible for everyday use.

The dual-ended contour stick retains its creamy, buildable texture and soft-matte finish, designed to warm and shape the complexion with natural-looking definition. Suitable for all skin types, the formula glides seamlessly onto the skin, allowing for controlled layering without harsh lines.

The most notable update comes in the upgraded brush, engineered to mimic Mario Dedivanovic’s professional sculpting technique. Removable for easy cleaning, the brush delivers a lifted, diffused finish while offering greater precision and control. With refreshed packaging and thoughtful improvements, the new SoftSculpt Shaping Stick reinforces Makeup by Mario’s position at the intersection of artistry, innovation, and effortless beauty.

To celebrate Jonathan Anderson’s arrival at Dior, the house unveils an immersive pop-up at Dubai Mall that playfully reinterprets its heritage through a contemporary lens. The space draws inspiration from Colifichets, Dior’s first boutique, transforming archival codes into an imaginative retail experience.

Oversized Dior boxes, stacked, tilted, and seemingly defying gravity, fill the central space, referencing the iconic grey of 30 Montaigne and the maison’s archival cases. Mischievous bellboys and theatrical staging add a sense of movement and charm, blurring the line between exhibition and store.

The pop-up showcases Anderson’s evolving Dior silhouette, including re-imagined Lady Dior bags, Book Totes embroidered with literary covers, and accessories like the Dior Bow and Normandie. Running until March 22, 2026, the installation reflects a balance between house legacy and a fresh, playful vision of Dior’s future.

Oakley continues to bridge performance and everyday wear with the expansion of its HSTN family, introducing new prescription-ready styles designed for clarity, comfort, and versatility. The latest releases include Oakley Meta HSTN with Oakley Authentic Prescription & Transitions, and the HSTN SQ Rx.

The Meta HSTN integrates immersive audio, an action-ready camera, and AI technology into a lightweight frame, paired with Amethyst Transitions lenses for adaptive vision. Meanwhile, the HSTN SQ Rx re-imagines the iconic silhouette with a modern square shape, crafted from flexible O-Matter and finished with Unobtainium nosepads for enhanced grip.

Designed to move seamlessly between sport and daily life, the new HSTN styles reflect Oakley’s ongoing commitment to functional innovation. The collection is available at Oakley flagship stores and prescription retailers.

Nylaa by Rasasi introduces a refined fragrance release that celebrates heritage, exploration, and expressive elegance. Designed for fragrance connoisseurs, the collection positions scent as a deeply personal journey, one rooted in craftsmanship, emotion, and storytelling.

The unveiling is structured around two sub-collections. The Patrimoine Collection pays homage to tradition and enduring refinement, while the Unfolded Collection embraces discovery and contemporary expression. Together, they form a cohesive narrative that balances legacy with modern sensibility.

Each fragrance is crafted as an olfactory statement, evoking memory and identity through layered compositions rather than overt intensity. With this release, Nylaa by Rasasi continues to position itself within the region’s evolving luxury fragrance landscape, offering scents that feel intentional, considered, and resonant, designed not simply to be worn, but experienced over time.

Jimmy Choo marks Ramadan 2026 with an exclusive capsule collection that blends elegance, craftsmanship, and modern glamour. Featuring 19 styles across footwear and bags, the collection is designed to elevate both festive occasions and everyday moments during the season.

Shot at Dubai Autodrome, the campaign stars Amna Al Qubaisi, the first female Emirati racing driver, whose presence introduces a striking contrast between strength and refinement. Styled in regional ready-to-wear, Amna embodies the multifaceted spirit of the collection.

The palette moves through light gold, merlot, rose, and latte, while materials range from dégradé crystal embellishments to croc-embossed leather and fine mesh. Signature drop heels, sculptural orb details, and iconic styles like the BON BON bag anchor the offering. Available globally, the capsule reflects Jimmy Choo’s ability to merge occasion dressing with contemporary confidence.

SAMoCA at Jax presents A Night of a Lifetime, a major exhibition examining the wedding ceremony through the lens of contemporary art. Running from January 26 to April 18, 2026, the exhibition brings together over 30 artists from Saudi Arabia, the Arab world, and the international art scene.

Curated by Philippe Castro and Alaa Tarabzouni, the exhibition explores themes of love, ritual, memory, and public celebration across photography, sculpture, installation, video, and mixed media. Newly commissioned works sit alongside notable loans by artists such as Lalla Essaydi, Maurizio Galante, and Valérie Belin.

The exhibition unfolds as a multi-sensory journey, reflecting both the grandeur and intimacy of weddings while questioning how tradition evolves across cultures and generations. Positioned within Jax District, the show reinforces SAMoCA’s role as a platform for dialogue between local narratives and global contemporary practice.

The Coach Tabby continues to define the house’s modern revival, cementing its place as a cultural staple across fashion seasons. Recently spotted on Grace Van Patten and Bella Hadid, who debuted the silhouette in a new Maple iteration, the bag remains a fixture of contemporary style.

Originally reworked from a 1970s archival design, the Tabby bridges heritage craftsmanship with Gen Z’s unapologetic approach to self-expression. Its enduring appeal lies in its adaptability, evolving through fresh textures, bold colourways, and versatile styling options.

More than just a seasonal accessory, the Tabby has become visual shorthand for Coach’s renewed identity, confident, playful, and rooted in authenticity. Each reimagining reinforces the bag’s relevance, proving that icons are not static objects, but living designs that shift with the people who wear them.

Quoz Arts Fest returns for its 14th edition on January 24 and 25, 2026, transforming Alserkal Avenue and the wider Al Quoz Creative Zone into a dynamic hub of art, music, and community exchange. Known for its experimental spirit, the festival brings together installations, performances, exhibitions, and food experiences designed for all ages.

This year’s programme highlights regional and international talent, including performances by Yasmine Hamdan, DAM, TootArd, and Gayathri Krishnan. A major highlight is Numen/For Use’s TAPE installation at Concrete, an immersive, cocoon-like structure that blurs the line between architecture and sculpture.

Community programming remains central, with Reel Palestine returning alongside Cinema Akil, a vibrant souk, family-friendly sensory spaces, and inclusive creative initiatives. Quoz Arts Fest continues to evolve as a platform where culture, experimentation, and collective experience intersect.

Dubai-based niche fragrance house Emma Hamsa launches The First Light, a debut collection shaped by memory, emotion, and intimacy. Developed over a year with a French fragrance house, the collection focuses on restraint, balance, and longevity, designed to sit close to the skin rather than dominate a room.

The trio of Extrait de Parfums, Milk of Light, Desire Skin, and Eternal Horizon, draw inspiration from the founder’s mother, grandmother, and father, translating familial bonds into scent. Musky, milky, woody, and mineral accords create compositions that feel personal and quietly expressive.

Positioned within niche luxury, Emma Hamsa prioritises storytelling over trend. Priced at AED 750, the collection offers a softer interpretation of contemporary fragrance, one that values emotional connection and craftsmanship above spectacle.

TUMI unveils the next generation of its Alpha collection through campaigns starring Formula 1 World Champion Lando Norris and Asia-Pacific ambassador Wei Daxun. The refreshed Alpha is presented as a study in precision, movement, and understated performance.

Directed and photographed by leading visual talents, the campaigns frame Alpha as equipment for modern life, designed to function seamlessly under pressure. Signature FXT ballistic nylon, intuitive pocketing, and silent magnetic closures anchor the update.

Key styles include the Dual Access Expandable Carry-On, TUMI Brief Pack, and Double Expansion Duffel, alongside the debut of Ultra Blue accents across select silhouettes. With Alpha, TUMI reinforces its commitment to design that supports motion, efficiency, and clarity, wherever the journey leads.

Berluti turns its focus to the Shadow sneaker in a new campaign that examines individuality, intimacy, and movement. Directed by Beda Achermann and photographed by Roe Ethridge, the series captures three men in spaces that reflect who they are and how they move through the world.

Rupert Everett is portrayed at home, reflecting the Shadow’s comfort and quiet presence. Chef Mory Sacko is captured in his kitchen, where innovation and instinct mirror the sneaker’s flexibility. Meanwhile, Charles Schumann appears in his Munich bar, embodying cosmopolitan elegance with ease.

Since its debut in 2019, the Shadow has become Berluti’s most celebrated sneaker, valued for its balance of style and comfort. The campaign positions it not as a statement piece, but as a constant companion, evolving alongside the man who wears it.

Diesel’s latest pre-fall collection reinforces the brand’s commitment to wearable experimentation, blending archival references with forward-looking design. Under Glenn Martens, the collection focuses on denim, leather, knitwear, and trompe l’oeil techniques, pieces designed for everyday impact rather than runway spectacle.

Outerwear and denim anchor the line-up, from cocoon-sleeved jackets to trompe l’oeil constructions that play with silhouette and perception. Sustainability remains central, with lower-impact materials and treatments supporting Diesel’s path toward circularity.

Accessories complete the vision, including expanded D-line bags, slouchy pirate boots, vintage-inspired trainers, and disrupted jewellery. The collection reflects Diesel’s evolving worldview: expressive yet accessible, experimental yet grounded, built not just for style moments, but for living in.

UrArtU Gallery in Alserkal Avenue unveils a bold transformation by Crosby Studios, led by designer Harry Nuriev, merging floristry, architecture, and immersive storytelling. The 220-square-meter gallery and flower space is designed to host exhibitions, workshops, installations, pop-ups, and brand activations, turning flowers into a spatial experience rather than mere decoration.

Central to the design is a six-meter-high aluminium orchid sculpture weighing 250 kilograms, blurring lines between nature and construction. Custom orchid motifs appear in door handles, while industrial-luxury materials, including Italian marble, microcement, and aluminium composites, create a textured, reflective environment. A red-lit walk-in fridge adds both visual and functional drama. The upstairs area and coffee corner provide flexible spaces for workshops and events.

Founder Gurgen Yeritsyan emphasizes that UrArtU positions floristry as a cultural and architectural language, inviting visitors to engage emotionally with flowers as art, design, and spatial expression.

And that was The Week According to YUNG.

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