The Week According to YUNG

Azza Fahmy Jewellery unveils a new chapter of Tales of the Nile, introducing four one-of-a-kind High Jewellery creations shaped by exceptional gemstones, symbolism and the House’s distinctive craftsmanship.

The new pieces include the Diamond Snake Necklace, Ottoman Crescent & Star Earrings, Eternal Bloom Earrings and Lotus Embrace Ring, with diamonds, Morganites and 18kt gold forming the basis of designs inspired by transformation, heritage and nature.

The collection continues to draw on Ancient Egyptian iconography, Arabic calligraphy and traditional metalwork, with each gemstone individually selected by Head Designer Amina Ghali.

For Fall/Winter 2026, Karoline Lang sets its collection against the monumental architecture of Rome’s EUR district, using the city’s Rationalist lines as a counterpoint to a freer, more sensual femininity.

At the Colosseo Quadrato, precise cuts meet fluid fabrics, creating a tension between structure and movement, strength and softness. A subtle thread of green runs through the collection, punctuating the predominantly restrained palette.

The result is a study in contrasts, where the permanence of stone meets the immediacy of fashion, and the Eternal City becomes both backdrop and inspiration.

Founded in Antwerp in 1986, Dries Van Noten brings its distinctive approach to menswear to Harvey Nichols – Dubai, home to the brand’s only dedicated men’s boutique in the Middle East.

Known for refined tailoring and an expressive use of print, texture and colour, the latest collection explores identity through unexpected contrasts. School-uniform references meet distorted plaids, intricate embroidery and pixelated imagery, giving familiar codes a new perspective.

The dedicated space positions Harvey Nichols – Dubai as a regional destination for Dries Van Noten menswear, bringing the Antwerp house’s distinctive visual language and craftsmanship closer to Middle Eastern audiences.

Longchamp introduces Le Cadence, a new bag designed around softness, movement and everyday versatility. Crafted in supple full-grain cowhide and left unlined to showcase the richness of the leather, the silhouette has a natural drape and minimally structured feel.

Signature Longchamp details appear through the flap construction and pale gold-toned hardware, while an adjustable strap allows the bag to be carried by hand, on the arm or over the shoulder. Available in two sizes and shades including black, burgundy, mocha, dulce and vanilla, Le Cadence is conceived as an effortless companion for daily life.

Polène introduces Boky, a new silhouette inspired by books and traditional bookbinding. Sculptural folds evoke the movement of pages, while precise stitching and a distinctive twisted fold become key signatures of the design.

Craftsmanship sits at the heart of the construction, with hand-painted leather edges, hand-finished folds and ten stitches completed manually. The leather is carefully thinned to preserve softness while maintaining structure.

Designed for everyday versatility, Boky can be carried by hand, over the shoulder or crossbody. Available in Black, Ebony, Black Cherry, Camel, Taupe, Desert and Smoky Green, it brings a tactile, considered finish to Fall dressing.

BOSS by Beckham expands its wardrobe for Fall/Winter 2026 with a collection rooted in British style codes and designed for cold-weather versatility.

Tailored outerwear, luxurious knitwear and relaxed classics come together in heritage fabrics and muted tones inspired by the English countryside. Coats and jackets form the foundation, while wool, cashmere and alpaca knitwear add warmth. Signature tailoring returns in fine Italian suiting fabrics, balanced by crisp cotton shirts, brushed flannel and seasonal footwear and accessories.

Shot by Dan Jackson, the campaign reflects David Beckham’s winter rituals in the British countryside, bringing together comfort, confidence and understated refinement across both city and country settings.

Milk Makeup is relaunching its iconic Sticks Collection this October, returning to the brand’s New York roots while placing creativity and self-expression back at the centre of its identity.

The new generation of Milk Sticks updates one of the brand’s most recognisable formats with creamy, comfortable formulas designed to layer easily and last throughout the day. The relaunch brings a fresh perspective to a collection that has long defined Milk Makeup’s effortless approach to beauty, combining versatility, ease and playful experimentation in a format designed for modern routines.

For Fall/Winter 2026, ZEGNA introduces the Falcon Jacket, a new outerwear icon rooted in Oasi Zegna and the legacy of founder Ermenegildo Zegna.

Inspired by the falcon said to have accompanied him in the mountains above Trivero, the jacket balances lightness, movement and utility through bellows pockets, a back gusset, leather undercollar and shirt-style cuffs. Each piece carries the 232 Road mark, referencing the road built by the founder through northern Italy.

Part of ZEGNA’s Su Misura world, the Falcon is designed as a lasting piece shaped by place, memory and personal choice. The campaign stars Global Ambassador Mads Mikkelsen.

Creative Dialogues returns to Beirut from 9–11 October 2026 for its flagship edition, held under the theme Culture by Design: Creativity for Impact.

Across three days and six venues, the programme will bring together 55 creative voices through a mix of exhibitions, roundtable discussions, workshops, performances and film screenings. Designed as an open platform for exchange, the edition explores how creativity and culture can generate meaningful impact across disciplines and communities.

All programming is free and open to the public, positioning Creative Dialogues Beirut 2026 as a city-wide meeting point for ideas, collaboration and cultural conversation.

Dior enters a new chapter for Dior Prestige La Crème, combining sensory texture with a renewed focus on skin longevity.

At the heart of the formula is the Signature Rose, paired with Dior’s patented Micro-Filler technology, designed to deliver an immediate smoothing effect. The brand says the cream targets 10 visible signs of ageing, with skin appearing significantly younger after two months of use.

Made with 91% natural-origin ingredients and tested on sensitive skin, La Crème comes in two textures: the fresh, velvety Texture Essentielle and the richer, more enveloping Texture Riche for deeper comfort and nourishment.

Dubai-born SOHL SKIN expands beyond facial care with two new twist-stick formulas: Wild Rose Moisturising Hand Stick and Bamboo Mist Hydrating Hand Stick.

Designed for easy, mess-free application, the 50g sticks glide directly onto the hands before being massaged in, offering portable hydration without a greasy finish. Wild Rose combines shea butter, olive fruit oil, baobab seed oil and rose extract to soften and condition, while Bamboo Mist uses panthenol, meadowfoam seed oil, shea butter and cedar extract for lightweight hydration.

Philip Morris Lebanon has unveiled GENESIS, a sculpture created from thousands of components recovered from used IQOS devices, at Arthaus in Gemmayzeh. The work forms part of the IQOS Device Circular Program, which focuses on material recovery and recycling.

Designed by 3D artist and sculptor Rachel Koleilat, GENESIS draws on the structure of DNA, using recovered device parts to explore ideas of transformation and regeneration.

A three-minute film by Lebanese director Elie Fahed documents the process from device return and dismantling to the final artwork. The sculpture will remain on view at Arthaus for two months.

L’Occitane en Provence introduces three new woody fragrances for 2026, each inspired by the landscapes and natural materials of Haute-Provence.

Noisetier Crémeux blends hazelnut and hazel wood accords with vanilla for a warm, woody neo-gourmand profile. Chêne Minéral combines sea salt, oak wood and ambrette seed extracts for a fresher, mineral take on woods, while Safran Boisé layers saffron, fir balsam and myrrh into a richer woody amber composition.

Together, the trio expands the house’s fragrance universe through three distinct interpretations of wood.

At Paris Fashion Week, Swarovski transformed a Parisian apartment into an immersive exhibition exploring the inspirations behind its SS27 collections.

Each room focused on a different house code, from light and colour to heritage, innovation and craftsmanship. The Holiday Room revisited FW26 glamour and the Vienna collection, while Millenia // Colors highlighted Swarovski’s mastery of vibrant crystal. The Octagon Room spotlighted Swarovski Created Diamonds and its exclusive Octagon cut, and the Bergl Room drew on Schönbrunn Palace and the Idyllia family.

Together, the presentation offered a layered look at Swarovski’s evolving creative universe.

And that was The Week According to YUNG.

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