How AR and culture are redefining fashion and beauty in the GCC
The report was launched alongside an exclusive panel discussion at Shop Talk Luxe, featuring industry leaders and digital innovation experts who explored how AR is opening new avenues for storytelling, engagement, and commerce in the GCC luxury market
30 January, 2026
Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle CEO on expanding Abercrombie & Fitch’s regional reach
Fahed Ghanim, CEO, Majid Al Futtaim Lifestyle, how the company is navigating omnichannel transformation, and staying ahead of regional trends — from the rise of sustainability and personalisation to the growing appetite for culturally attuned, experience-led retail
24 October, 2025
GCC luxury market has defied global slowdown, says Chalhoub Group’s Jasmina Banda
Seven new malls featuring luxury brands are scheduled to open across the UAE and Saudi Arabia by 2027, and these developments will definitely help boost the GCC luxury sector further, says Banda
07 July, 2025
Toy tracks to trendsetters: Mattel’s Ruth Henriquez on the Hot Wheels-B-Hype collab
What happens when the world’s bestselling toy car brand meets one of the Middle East’s most influential streetwear labels? You get a fusion of nostalgia, identity, and style. The head of Licensing, Publishing, and Location-Based Entertainment at Mattel EMEA tell us more about the collab
16 June, 2025
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HE Abdullah Ahmed Al Saleh













