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١.Emirates Nature–WWF launches Sprint for Change summer program to inspire environmental action across UAE
Emirates Nature–WWF has launched Sprint for Change, a new summer program running from June to August 2025 that encourages people across the UAE to take action for nature and learn about the environment. Part of their Leaders of Change program and the Year of Community, it offers online workshops, visits to places like recycling centres, and fun challenges focused on climate change, plastic pollution, and protecting plants and animals. Participants who complete most activities can earn a certificate and join a group that helps guide future projects. The program also includes a mini-documentary series called Conservation Diaries with live Q&A sessions. Workshops start on 17 June, and the first in-person event is on 21 June. More details are available online.
٢.OKU Ibiza partners with Missoni to launch vibrant new Resort Club and pool experience for summer 2025
OKU Ibiza is teaming up with Italian fashion brand Missoni for summer 2025 to create the Missoni Resort Club, turning the hotel’s 50-metre pool area into a stylish new hotspot. Launching on 10 June, this is Missoni’s first Resort Club in Ibiza and blends the fashion house’s colourful Italian style with OKU Ibiza’s relaxed luxury vibe. The pool will be redesigned using Missoni’s bold blue, turquoise, and green colours inspired by the island’s sea, while guests can enjoy Missoni-branded sunbeds, towels, and sofas. This fresh partnership offers a vibrant, design-focused space where visitors can relax and enjoy one of Europe’s most fashionable summer destinations.
٣. Louis Vuitton becomes official style partner of Real Madrid with exclusive looks by Pharrell Williams
Louis Vuitton has signed a multi-year deal to become the official formal and travel wear supplier for Real Madrid’s men’s and women’s football teams, as well as the men’s basketball team. Designed by Pharrell Williams, the exclusive wardrobe includes tailored suits, ready-to-wear outfits, and accessories for players and staff. The collaboration also features custom travel pieces like the Horizon 55 suitcase and Keepall bag in the brand’s signature Monogram canvas, detailed with Real Madrid’s white-and-gold accents and “RM” initials. These items are made just for the teams and won’t be sold to the public. The campaign was revealed with top players posing in front of Santiago-Bernabéu Stadium, blending luxury fashion with sports heritage. This partnership highlights both brands’ shared values of excellence, tradition, and innovation.
٤.Swarovski unveils sparkling summer takeover at Cracco Portofino
Swarovski has launched a vibrant summer takeover at the Cracco Portofino Restaurant, bringing its signature sparkle to the Italian Riviera. From June 2, 2025, guests can enjoy a transformed terrace overlooking the Marina di Portofino, filled with Swarovski’s signature colours and design touches. The space features custom seating, a photo-ready Swarovski octagon frame, and a special menu of sweet and savoury dishes crafted by chef Carlo Cracco, including a Swarovski-themed cocktail and dessert. This follows the brand’s successful Swarovski Café in Milan and continues its celebration of luxury, design, and La Dolce Vita. Reservations are recommended, with limited walk-ins available.
٥.Bait Elowal Sharjah unveils Naseem, an artistic summer pop-up celebrating Arab design and craftsmanship
Bait Elowal in Sharjah introduces Naseem, a summer pop-up that celebrates contemporary Arab design through a thoughtfully curated, sensory experience. Inspired by the Arabic word for “breeze,” the event showcases exclusive pieces from regional talents like Dima Ayad, Bil Arabi, and L’Afshar. Guests can explore fashion, jewelry, and design objects, sip on seasonal refreshments such as Lavender Matcha and Joy Basil Bloom, and join intimate creative workshops. Set in a beautifully styled space, Naseem reflects Bait Elowal’s commitment to supporting local artistry and was brought to life under the vision of H.E. Sheikha Bodour Al Qasimi. The pop-up runs from June 4th to 30th, 2025.
٦.Dries Van Noten debuts Havana Gold, a bold new fragrance blending liquorice, amber and brass
Dries Van Noten has introduced Havana Gold, the latest fragrance in its collection, blending warm, ambery notes with a bold new design. Inspired by a sultry night in Cuba, the scent combines the sweetness of liquorice with the smoky depth of tobacco, capturing a mood of warmth, sensuality, and lively atmosphere. Created by perfumer Jordi Fernandez, the fragrance features layers of cinnamon, benzoin, roasted tonka, and leather, all wrapped in a rich, smoky base. True to the brand’s theme of “impossible combinations,” Havana Gold surprises with its mix of nostalgic and intense notes. It’s also the first in the line to feature a sculptural brass base, giving each refillable bottle a unique patina that highlights craftsmanship and sustainable sourcing from Venezuela and Laos.
٧.IKINITA, Ibiza’s mermaid-inspired brand, expands to Dubai with new SS25 collection
Ibiza-based fashion label IKINITA, founded by sisters India and Carla in 2023, is expanding its reach beyond the island. With two stores already in Ibiza, the brand is now heading to Dubai this fall, potentially in collaboration with Khamsa. Known for its dreamy, mermaid-inspired designs, IKINITA is also launching new locations in Bodrum (at MacaKizi Hotel) and Mykonos. Their upcoming Spring/Summer 2025 collection, Jeu d’Enfant, blends childhood nostalgia with the mysticism of Tarot cards, featuring hand-painted designs by artist Audrey Bertoia.
٨.Viral Dubai Chocolate FIX Dessert unveils tropical ‘Time to Mango’ bar with exclusive Deliveroo launch and mall pop-up
FIX Dessert Chocolatier, the Dubai-born brand known for its handcrafted sweet treats, has just dropped its juiciest creation yet: Time to Mango. Launching today, the white chocolate bar is filled with mango, passion fruit, and popping candy, offering a tropical twist on FIX’s signature creamy and crunchy bars. Co-founders Sarah Hamouda and Yezen Alani describe it as a full sensory experience, designed to surprise with every bite. The new flavor unveils through a vibrant Deliveroo activation at Mall of the Emirates today until June 15 and features games, giveaways, and a chance to win a trip to the Maldives. Time to Mango will be available exclusively on Deliveroo starting June 16 for AED 72.25, with limited drops at 2pm and 5pm daily in Dubai and Abu Dhabi.
٩. Jacquemus brings a splash of summer style to Monte-Carlo Beach with exclusive seaside takeover
Monte-Carlo Beach has teamed up with French fashion brand Jacquemus for a stylish summer collaboration. The iconic seaside club’s pier and Pool Café are now decorated in Jacquemus’ signature banana yellow and black-and-white stripes, inspired by its latest collection. Two exclusive Jacquemus boutiques have also opened at the Beach Club, filled with pieces and decor that reflect the designer’s love for Provence. The makeover adds a fresh, Riviera-chic touch to Monte-Carlo Beach’s ongoing transformation, which also includes new padel courts and the Michelin-starred Elsa restaurant. This special Jacquemus experience is open daily until October 7, 2025.
١.. Audemars Piguet celebrates 150th anniversary with new track Suzanne by Mark Ronson and RAYE
To mark its 150th anniversary, Swiss watchmaker Audemars Piguet has released a special track titled Suzanne, created in collaboration with longtime friend of the brand Mark Ronson and new AP ambassador RAYE. The song debuted during a celebratory evening at London’s 180 Studios, where guests were treated to an immersive experience inspired by the brand’s roots in Le Brassus. Blending craftsmanship and emotion, the track brings together Ronson’s refined style and RAYE’s powerful vocals in a tribute to family and heritage. The name Suzanne was later linked to Suzanne Audemars, an important figure in the brand’s history. A short film titled Syncing Sounds 150 will explore the duo’s creative process. RAYE, who recently made history at the BRIT Awards, joins AP as its newest musical collaborator. The brand’s ongoing APxMusic programme continues to bridge the worlds of watchmaking and music, celebrating creativity, innovation, and shared values.
١١.Balenciaga marks Demna’s final collection with Britney Spears collaboration and retrospective exhibition
Balenciaga has unveiled its Spring 2026 collection, “Exactitudes,” marking Demna’s final ready-to-wear line for the House. The collection highlights the key shapes, styles, and attitudes that have defined his creative direction over the past decade. Alongside it, Balenciaga launches the Balenciaga Music | Britney Spears series on June 3, 2025. The series includes exclusive clothing and accessories, a playlist curated by Spears herself, and remixes of her iconic songs by BFRND — making it her first project to bridge fashion and music. A special exhibition, curated by Demna, also celebrates his 10 years at Balenciaga.
١٢. Loro Piana brings timeless elegance to the 2025 Giraglia Regatta in Saint-Tropez
Loro Piana reaffirmed its deep connection to the world of sailing as the title sponsor of the 2025 Giraglia Regatta in Saint-Tropez. Organised by the Yacht Club Italiano and the Société Nautique de Saint-Tropez, the week-long event featured four days of coastal races, followed by the legendary 241-nautical-mile offshore course from Saint-Tropez to Genoa via Corsica’s Giraglia rock. Reflecting the Maison’s values of elegance, tradition, and performance, the regatta also saw Pier Luigi Loro Piana compete aboard his yacht My Song, continuing the family’s storied passion for the sport. Guests gathered at the brand’s lounge overlooking the port, a space styled with Loro Piana Interiors, olive trees, and soft lighting. The event concluded in Genoa with a prize ceremony honouring the winners with the Giraglia Cup and signature Defender jackets. Since its first edition in 1953, the Giraglia Regatta has become a landmark in international sailing, drawing professional and amateur crews from across the globe.
١٣. The Met and Sedar Global unveil Summer 2025 interiors collection inspired by iconic artworks
The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York teams up with Middle East interiors brand Sedar Global for a special Summer 2025 home collection. Now available in stores and online across the MENA region, the limited-edition range brings famous artworks from The Met’s collection into everyday interiors. Customers can customise blinds, curtains, wallpaper, and cushions with masterpieces by artists like Van Gogh, Monet, Turner, and Kandinsky, as well as ancient Egyptian motifs and dreamy landscapes. The collaboration merges global art heritage with modern design, offering a fresh way to elevate living spaces. This is the second collection from the partnership, following the success of their debut in October 2024.
١٤. Burberry transforms The Newt in Somerset with a countryside-inspired summer takeover
Burberry has partnered with The Newt in Somerset, a luxury countryside estate, to celebrate the spirit of a classic British summer. The collaboration includes unique Burberry touches across the 2,000-acre property, such as golf buggies, croquet lawns, and even a hot-air balloon, all featuring the iconic Burberry Check reimagined in the estate’s signature green. Guests can enjoy special experiences throughout the summer, from custom badminton sets to a boutique showcasing Burberry’s Summer 2025 collection. The partnership highlights both brands’ love for nature, heritage, and timeless British style. The collaboration runs until August 18, 2025.
