The Fisher espadrilles are grounded on a jute flatform sole, smooth leather strap and detailed with palm leaf embroidery for a sporty but glamourous feel. Style yours with midi skirts or flowy dresses. Destined for your next island escape, our Malibu tote is woven from natural straw with palm leaf embroidery, leather handles and our signature lock charm. The linen-lined interior is spacious enough for all of your essentials, plus an extra pair of sandals for when you’re ready to hit the beach.

Woven from natural straw with leather trim, palm leaf embroidery and gold-tone hardware, the Malibu structured satchel is a must-have for complementing the season’s dresses and separates with artisanal character. Designed with smooth leather straps and set on a soaring raffia platform, the Fisher wedges channel getaway glamour with palm leaf embroidery. Style this artisanal pair with a breezy sundress for days spent seaside.

World-renowned for its leather goods, shoes and women’s ready-to-wear clothing, Longchamp has designed a sophisticated, exotic summer collection for the modern, independent and cosmopolitan woman who appreciates French luxury by Longchamp.

Inspiration

A Rive Gauche resident’s journey to the heart of Africa. From Rue des Beaux-Arts to Boulevard Saint-Germain, this gentle and bohemian woman – an artist or a gallery owner with bold elegance and natural charm – is exploring the world of tribal art, specifically indigenous art and cultures. The materials used and the graphic effects inspired by the grids and highlights typical of African painting and sculpture also serve as sources of inspiration.

Ready-to-Wear

Laid-back sophistication is what it’s all about. The Longchamp woman teams a printed silk blouse with leather shorts. A safari jacket – with or without sleeves – in suede or cotton gabardine, complements a smooth leather patchwork skirt. Beautiful flowy dresses in dotted Swiss tulle or embroidered lace look even better when worn with a cropped suede jacket. The cropped jacket in woven fabric and lambskin boasts a resolutely contemporary look. The printed silk stole with leather fringing provides the perfect finishing touch to looks from the Summer 2018 collection. Leather, an iconic Longchamp material, comes in many different textures: velvety, smooth, printed, delicately woven into chevrons or fringed for a more casual feel. This lambskin leather is combined with feminine embroidered tulle, printed silk, textured jacquard or denim canvas.

Leather goods

Two bag designs epitomize Summer 2018 at Longchamp. The Madeleine bag has had a chic update inspired by indigenous art and cultures and now comes in an edgier version, incorporating different colors – nude and orange and honey and lilac – and materials – bullcalf leather, suede and vachetta – with detailing being given more emphasis for stylish effect. The Effrontée breaks with convention, playing up its sophisticated, rebellious feel. The chain strap and leather give this grainy-feel leather bag its rock and roll appeal.

Shoes

For its Summer 2018 collection, Longchamp has created a beautiful wooden-soled suede calfskin clog complete with an embossed weave or python print. Its expertise has also been used on some triple-strap flat sandals. Adorned with tiny 3D flowers, this design comes in smooth leather as well. There are espadrilles with ankle straps and woven rope soles that positively glow with their pink gold metallic leather. Suede lace-up boots with open toes complete this unique look.

Colors

Shades of terracotta, burnt sienna, khaki, honey and limestone add warmth to delicate pastels including lilac, powder pink, aqua and pearl. These unusual combinations really lift blue denim, intense black and bright white.

The Summer 2018 collection from Longchamp extends an invitation to travel, offering women an opportunity to embrace different ethnic designs, crafts and traditions.

Tips from The Experts at TheLuxuryCloset.com

Splurging on a designer item is an investment which often sets you back thousands (or more!), and with trends changing every hour you might be reluctant to part with your hard-earned cash. But there is a reason they are called ‘investment’ pieces – luxury goods are meant to last a lifetime and hold their value; and one of the best places to resell them is online.

The experts at The Luxury Closet recently tapped their database of 20,000 luxury goods from over 400 designer brands to find which items have the highest resale potential, and which hold their value the longest. Certain styles never seem to fade in popularity, which means your costly purchase may actually be worth more over time!

So, if you’re contemplating making a splurge, the below pointers from Elisabeth Bohler, Luxury Expert at The Luxury Closet will help you make an informed decision about how much you could sell the item down the line. Just remember, everything sells at the right resale price!

Highest selling categories

Handbags and fine jewellery enjoy the highest resale value (71% of their original retail value), followed by watches (57%), accessories (sunglasses, scarves & ties) (52%), shoes (41%), and clothing having the lowest resale value owing to the size and constantly changing fashion trends.

Brands & styles 

The findings suggest that for top designer bag brands in great condition (with no noticeable damage), sellers earn back an average of 55% of retail value. Currently, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Burberry, Prada and Gucci are among the brands that hold the best up to retail value. The typical resale price of a handbag on The Luxury Closet is currently around 71%.

Your current best bet for bag investments that are big this season are the Chanel Wallet on chain bag which currently holds a whopping 74% average resale value, the Louis Vuitton Neverfull at 64% and the Gucci Soho shoulder bag at a 62% resale value.

Determining Factors

Resale values of these luxury goods can fluctuate depending on timeless styles, new collections (buzz around a certain designer, particularly if a fashion house hires a new creative director), limited editions, market demand, accessibility etc. “It’s a supply and demand situation for these brands: the demand is so high that sellers can actually earn more than the retail price they paid for these brands for new, classic, limited edition, and even vintage styles”, adds Elizabeth. 

The Outcasts

As styles and colours change, versions that are no longer on sale become more sought after, for example, the Hermes Birkin, which is very difficult to acquire, especially in exotic skin. The safest thing is to buy the classic styles and shapes that are already proven, because they stand the test of time like the Classic Flap Bag from Chanel or the Louis Vuitton Neverfull. These will always be in demand and fetch you a good return on your investment. “If you own one of these bags, you could make a good portion of your money back, but if you own a version in an unusual skin such as crocodile or alligator, you could be in for a mega payday.”

Other categories

In the category of shoes, Chanel, Louis Vuitton and Christian Louboutin enjoy high resale values (almost 50% off the original price) followed by Gucci and Tod’s.

Fine jewellery is another top selling item giving you more value for your money, with Chanel, Hermes and Montblanc having approximately 60% resale value followed by Louis Vuitton and Dior.

Maintenance

Storing your designer purchases in its original packaging can increase your chances to sell (keep your dust bag, boxes, stuffing’s safely), and remember to keep your pens closed avoid internal damages within your bag.

Log on to www.theluxurycloset.com now and start turning your wardrobe into a moneymaker.

This season, put a pep in your step with a selection of sandals from STUART WEITZMAN.

 An assortment of sandals come in a multitude of shapes and colours and are available in varying silhouettes, including block heels, kitten heels and platforms.  

 Materials also elevate this SS18 collection with the use of satin, python, luxurious patent leather and fabrics with exotic prints.

CHARLES & KEITH is pleased to present an exclusive Winter and Holiday 2017 media presentation at Warehouse 42 in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Taking inspiration from the ideas, aesthetics and values of pop-culture and postmodern films, the Fall Winter season carries an abstract mixture of highly stylised visuals with vivid contrasts that is iconic to pop culture and post modernism, with an intense fondness for the 50s.

Unveiling the chapters of a story-within-a-story in a theatre setting, the collection is showcased in four distinctive zones, based on each thematic collection.

Reminiscent of the 50s and 60s, the aesthetic sensibility of The Travellers’ Tale is inspired from an off kilter colour palette of retro hues that emits a quirky old school splendour. Fusing various vintage influences into the products, the collection features double buckle mary-janes, ankle booties, fur lined mules, embroidered loafers. Bags include a boxy push-lock bag and push-lock satchel bag.

Pretty in Pink puts the spotlight on intricate floral embroidery and sequins detailing. Depicting elements of embroidery and geometrical patterns, the theme accentuates the soft pastel hues of the collection and evokes a delicate sense of femininity. Standout styles include T-Bar pumps, bow detail platform pumps, embellished open-toe mules, embellished ankle boots and ankle strap sandals. Bags comprise of embellished drawstring bag, top handle handbag and textured half-moon cross body bag.

Taking cues from the vanity dressing table of an indie-movie starlet, Cinematic Fancy Mischief exhibits a polished space typical of a conventional lighted vanity table while minimalistic furnishings complete the room of the new-age actress with minimal fuss. Featured in the display are bow detail thong sandals, embellished buckle platform heels, textured slip-on flats, turn-lock clutch and chain top handle handbag.

Brought to life with confetti balloons and white furnishings, the Holiday 2017 collection showcases the animated aesthetic of the collection in a spirited display of celebratory mood in the playful room. The curated collection of faux fur, glitters and strong hues of reds, accessorised by gold hardware embraces the holiday spirit and conjures a world of make-believe.

Distinguished guests were treated to the classic traditional movie concessions and retro candies, providing the presentation with an idiosyncratic cinematic experience. Dubai-based artist and fashion illustrator, Sara Japanwalla will also be on site to customize tote bags for the invited guests.

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Sliding back into the collection in time for school are this season’s latest must-have’s – the Suede FENTY Slide. It’s a chic twist to the slides worn by soccer players off the field.

Stunt the halls in comfort with its soft design and rock ‘em with rad socks to complete the sporty fashion look.

Available in Men and Women’s sizes.

Features:

–  F.U. branded suede strap

–  Classic lightweight slide

–  Suede strap in vibrant colors with F.U. branding in the seasonal “collegiate” chenille lettering

Colorways: Clematic Blue-Scarlet Ibis, Golden Brown – Scarab and Scarlet Ibis – Bright Green 

Available exclusively at Namshi.com

With its timeless, elegant design and generous capacity, Anna is a bag you can easily carry at all times. Available in medium and large sizes, it is stylishly reversible and changes colour or texture to suit your desires, your mood, your outfit or the occasion. Available in five colours – black, red, navy blue, green and beige – Anna uses inside/outside colour blocking for colour contrasts and presents a bi-material effect with a petit piqué coated canvas side and a side with a grainy leather effect.

Practical, it can be carried as a handbag or shoulder bag and has a removable zipped internal pocket. Versatile, this chic and casual new bag combines elegance and practicality and is sure to be your ideal companion every time you go out.

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CONFIDENT. SOPHISTICATED. ELEGANT. LACOSTE’S FALL/WINTER 2017 WOMEN’S FOOTWEAR COLLECTION DRAWS INSPIRATION FROM THE WOMAN WHO WEARS IT. EMBODYING THE SPIRIT OF THE BRAND AND STAYING TRUE TO LACOSTE’S SPORTING ROOTS, THIS SEASON’S COLLECTION DEMONSTRATES ALL THE ATTRIBUTES OF THE ICONIC CROCODILE, ENHANCED WITH A FEMININE TOUCH.

MADE FOR HER COLLECTION: Elegant sport-inspired styles combine athletic design with luxurious materials for an on-trend aesthetic. The collection boasts attention to detail in every design with premium embossed branding, high shine metallics and tactile textures on clean, athletic silhouettes to create pieces that are fashion-forward and of the moment. Featuring core LACOSTE silhouettes like the Carnaby Evo and Straightset as well as new designs like Eyyla, Made for Her combines textural impact with sport-lux minimalism, showcasing LACOSTE’s feminine side.

LACOSTE TENNIS COLLECTION: The LACOSTE Tennis collection embodies the spirit of the court, reinvented for everyday styling. With its athletic silhouettes and sporting roots, the LACOSTE Tennis collection nods to the brand’s authentic on-court heritage, while minimal design and breathable, engineered piqué uppers lend themselves to contemporary urban styling. New for Fall/Winter, the LT Spirit 2.0 features a stretch knit bootie construction for additional support and comfort while bringing a twist to an on-trend athletic design. Style with athletic streetwear for the ultimate sport-inspired look. Bring your own style with a collection inspired by tennis, designed for your life.

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Laid-back yet luxe, our Rhea backpack redefines big-city accessorizing.

We love the juxtaposition of supple Venus leather against the high-shine hardware.

With its multiple zipper pockets, designed to stow a laptop, wallet and more, it’s a feminine take on an enduring design.

About Michael Kors

Michael Kors is a world-renowned, award-winning designer of luxury accessories and ready-to-wear. His namesake company, established in 1981, currently produces a range of products under Michael Kors Collection, MICHAEL Michael Kors and Michael Kors Mens, including accessories, ready-to-wear, footwear, wearable technology, watches, and a full line of fragrance products. Michael Kors stores are operated, either directly or through licensing partners, in some of the most prestigious cities in the world, including New York, Beverly Hills, Chicago, London, Milan, Paris, Munich, Istanbul, Dubai, Seoul, Tokyo and Hong Kong.   

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Michael Kors is pleased to announce a new capsule of handbags, shoes and a specially designed Kaftan in celebration of Eid al-Adha.

Capturing the brand’s glamorous jet-set aesthetic, the specially curated Eid products include an exclusive printed Kaftan, the metallic Becky platform, the luxe Edie slide, the croc-embossed Ginny crossbody and a variety of croc-embossed Mercer bags.

The elegant Kaftan’s golden metallic leopard print brings added sparkle to every celebration. The Kaftan will be available exclusively in Michael Kors stores throughout the Middle East this Fall.

The metallic gold Becky platform sandal, part of the fall line, is another party-perfect pick. Its crystal-embellished heel and open-toe silhouette punctuate evening ensembles with modern glamour.

For more practical opulence opt for the latest iteration of our Edie slides. Offered in black velvet and snake-embossed metallic leather for fall, its glittering crystal adornments make for an easy style statement.

Complete your Eid look with one of the must-have handbags in the season’s most-striking shades. The Ginny crossbody, offered in gold and mulberry croc-embossed leather, combines compact design with luxe edge. Meanwhile the Mercer messenger was reimagined this season in mulberry, damson and gold metallic croc-embossed leather for everyday style. Lastly, the Mercer dome satchel, available in the same three shades, is a richly structured crossbody that gives every outfit a sense of polish.

These accessories will be available at Michael Kors retail stores and select department stores across the Middle East beginning August 2017.

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