Tamara's takeover.

It was inevitable really. After her international debut at Cannes Film Festival last year, as well as solidifying her position as one of Dubai's most inspiring women, in fashion, television and overall entrepreneurship, Tamara Al Gabbani has kicked off 2012 with a significant media frenzy.

As of now, she graces the front cover of the UAE's POSE magazine, and in it reveals the secrets to her success thus far. Dressed in one of her own designs, Tamara oozes colour, vibrance and every little bit of that "sweetheart" label everyone seems to associate her with. We thank you POSE.

Ok now this NEXT cover, due for release in February 2012, is probably the most anticipated of all publications in the UAE region, period. And full stop.

Front Row Mode are going glossy. Yes friends. That infamous blog, known for its ability to celebrate the best in style, and so hilariously expose the worst, will soon be available on Dubai's magazine shelves too.

For their FIRST publication, who better than to have Dubai's number one female force fronting the cover? And what a cover, it is...or 4.

Watch this.



And then...

Here we see a side to Tamara never [ever] seen before...darker, dramatic, eerie...almost. A step away from "safe". Emotionally challenging. Beautifully thought provoking. Art, at its most pure.

Dubai fashion has seen a milestone. An artistic explosion in creativity. It's about time. 

Big love to Saeed Khalifa (Mr. King Photography), the Front Row Mode team, boutique 1 and Orkalia for making this moment, so very grand. 

For more information on Tamara Al Gabbani, interview/sample requests: info@rozanahmed.com

You're everywhere I go. Thinking that you know.

OK. This fly and futuristic hot as hell female is back. Santigold. If you're unaware. Become aware. 

It's quite obvious the horrible likes of "Gaga" (and other shams in this rather embarrassing music business) have taken a liking to Santigold in the past. Copied her. At times. Badly. 

All wishful attempts, you see. Almost impossible to equal the levels of straight bad ass. 

Genetics.

Cindy Crawford's daughter. The new face of Young Versace. Makes sense.

Red Tails.

A sure to be epic movie directed by George Lucas is about to grace your cinemas. 20 January 2012 is the date. Terence Howard, Cuba Gooding Jnr, Neyo, Method Man and Tristan Wilds are just a few of the star cast. Here's a teaser:



In the movie, an up and coming actor by the name of Rami Ahmed, makes his rather fantastic debut. He's also my brother. My baby one. The pride. Go see it.

Rami Ahmed and Method Man. Red Tailing.

Let's make this Christmas mean something.

Funky...

Soulful...

Thankful...

(Lol at the screaming. Legend.)

Beautiful, loveable, enjoyable...

Merry Christmas

Truly yours, bougi

Estelle. In Kuwait.

International singing sensation, slash style queen, slash every woman, slash "can you say new age Grace Jones" visited Kuwait recently. A very special Christmas trip dedicated to the American boys (and girls) currently stationed in the region under the auspice of the United States Army. 

She gave them a glorious slice of home, music, love, fashion and good times. Her show, which toured across a number of base camps in the gorgeous little Gulf state of Kuwait, included reminiscent moments with a Real Love dedication to her idol Mary J, the obvious world-wide hits American Boy, One Love and Break My Heart, as well as sneak peak introductions to new material off her highly anticipated LP All of Me.

 Few blackberry highlights, plus a video, now:

"Thank you"

"All florescent everything" 

"Eeeeoooww"

"Autographs"

"Seasons Greetings, all ye troops"

"Love, light, and dance"

"Sign your name across my heart" 

"Who's ready for some real music?"

"Pose"

"And again"

"Personalising"

"Interviews"

"Red, white and blue"

"One Love..."

Kuwait. Style stakes. High.

This Gulf state has impressed us. Spoiled us in fact. A hidden gem of unadulterated creativity, thinkers, activators and hard grafters – truly, truly charming…here’s why:

The right pose.

First of all, can we just have a moment on how inspiring the fashion is here? Holy. Moly. Shopping districts and eateries are basically very entertaining runway shows...and I was most pleased with my front row seat: A radiant view of unabashed experimentation. Unabashed is the key word here. Just unafraid to try. Fearless, and fierce with it. Eloquent and crazy at the exact same time. Forward yet traditionally respectful. Sexy yet impeccably tasteful. Unique vintage odes merged with a “yes I took it there” ghetto fabulousness! Believe me. I saw that. Furthermore, never once did I witness a vibrant mix of colours done badly. A pause for applause, if you will.

The bright home.

Missoni Hotel, which opened back in May of this year, was our chosen place of residence. It was cute, from start to finish, and if you’re a Missoni lover then you’ll enjoy drenching yourself in absolutely everything. Indeed, the hotel literally dripped in the brand’s trademark psychedelic colours, patterns and floral textures.

The staff were wonderful too, helpful (but non-invasive) and oh so accommodating. Tasteful touches such as complimentary wi-fi and dry-cleaning was a beautiful thing to see. And toothpaste! Toothpaste! Yas! Sorry why do so many hotels flood their bathrooms with every toiletry going except one of THEE most essential? Missoni. We loved you for the toothpaste. Really. So thoughtful #LittleThingsMoment.

On leaving we were even gifted with chocolates. Hearts, obviously and completely won over.

The boutique boudoir.

“Pretty Little Things” was the name, and a pop-up mall of sorts was the game.  Gorgeous boutiques selling the cutest of all sorts to a savvy crowd of Kuwait’s social media gurus, society ladies, cool dudes and yummy mummies over 3 days of retail happiness.

Green Bar was the only participating vendor from abroad, and well, as expected, everyone went a little crazy over the brand’s all natural beauty products. It’s not every day you come across a line of skin care made strictly for the purpose of skin caring - no crap included. Just like Cleopatra did.

The food.

Yes. Kuwait’s culinary delight fully deserves a section all unto itself. Let it be known, I detest what is franchised, mass-produced and horribly over-exposed, particularly when it comes to eating. So, Kuwait’s concepts in local dining wasn’t just a breath of fresh air, it was an ongoing breeze of deliciousness. Brilliant ideas in fresh taste bud joy thanks to Kuwaiti chefs…I love that. Applausing you. Again.

Unfortunately, we didn’t have the time to try everything, but we did bless one restaurant – twice. Pizzetta. For the salads, and the truffle based pizza. Oh and their leek chips. Forget it.

My girl Reem and I…we'll be back. Believe that.