Qasimi has unveiled its autumn/winter 2023 collection, one that the brand says explores the "narrative of a nomadic wanderer travelling through myriad cultural encounters".
The seasonal line, which was unveiled in a digital presentation, was crafted by creative director Sheikha Hoor Al Qasimi, daughter of Sheikh Dr Sultan bin Muhammad Al Qasimi, Ruler of Sharjah, and sister of the late Sheikh Khalid Al Qasimi, who founded the label in 2008.
Sheikha Hoor collaborated on the collection with Dubai textile artist Hadeyeh Badri.
A colour palate of violet and blue is prevalent in the collection, with Badri's work acting as a recurring motif. The artist created five original tapestries that underpin the collection, featuring bougainvillea flower embroidery, as well as printed words from Egyptian novelist Radwa Ashour’s Atyaf. The embroidery and digital prints feature throughout the collection on poplin shirts, oversized coats, T-shirts, dresses and hoodies.
"A jacquard twill that has an all-over mosaic pattern is seen throughout the collection — further bridging the notions of the East and West, which is used to craft floor-length tunic dresses, sweater vests and collared shirts," the brand says of the collection.
"Additionally, outerwear is integral, from cropped pea coats with a belted accent at the waist, to double-breasted wool overcoats in an array of lengths. A celebration of tailoring is present, too, in the form of a lightweight Prince of Wales check wool, for both men and women."
Sheikha Hoor took over her twin brother's brand in October 2019, following his death earlier that year at the age of 39.
She has spoken about upholding Sheikh Khalid's legacy through the label. In 2020, following her debut presentation for the brand, she said: "We have Khalid's notes. There's always going to be a thread of him, it will always be his.
"His identity was very much London and Sharjah: his ideas came from the cultural shift between the two places."
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Need to know
The flights: Flydubai flies from Dubai to Kilimanjaro airport via Dar es Salaam from Dh1,619 return including taxes. The trip takes 8 hours.
The trek: Make sure that whatever tour company you select to climb Kilimanjaro, that it is a reputable one. The way to climb successfully would be with experienced guides and porters, from a company committed to quality, safety and an ethical approach to the mountain and its staff. Sonia Nazareth booked a VIP package through Safari Africa. The tour works out to $4,775 (Dh17,538) per person, based on a 4-person booking scheme, for 9 nights on the mountain (including one night before and after the trek at Arusha). The price includes all meals, a head guide, an assistant guide for every 2 trekkers, porters to carry the luggage, a cook and kitchen staff, a dining and mess tent, a sleeping tent set up for 2 persons, a chemical toilet and park entrance fees. The tiny ration of heated water provided for our bath in our makeshift private bathroom stall was the greatest luxury. A standard package, also based on a 4-person booking, works out to $3,050 (Dh11,202) per person.
When to go: You can climb Kili at any time of year, but the best months to ascend are January-February and September-October. Also good are July and August, if you’re tolerant of the colder weather that winter brings.
Do not underestimate the importance of kit. Even if you’re travelling at a relatively pleasant time, be geared up for the cold and the rain.
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Atletico Madrid (1) v Arsenal (1)
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Toyota land Cruiser 2020 5.7L VXR
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Transmission: eight-speed automatic
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Torque: 530Nm
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Thursday, Oct 2 – Fourth ODI
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1: Quinoa
2. Bathua
3. Amaranth
4. Pearl and finger millet
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