F1: Verstappen, Red Bull Seek to Bounce Back in Baku

This Is Beirut 2024-09-12 14:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Max Verstappen will look for an improved personal and team performance this weekend when Red Bull seek to stop the rot and stay on top in the Formula One title race at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. After a run of six races without a win that has coincided with the revival of his rivals, the Dutchman arrives in Baku with a 62-point lead in the ...

A-List Glamour Captivates at Toronto Film Festival

Béatrice Moreau 2024-09-12 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

After a muted 2023 edition due to Hollywood strikes, the Toronto International Film Festival roared back to life this year with dazzling red carpet looks from the biggest stars. Jennifer Lopez Smolders in Silver Jennifer Lopez, 55, turned heads in a stunning metallic Tamara Ralph gown held together only by black ribbons, showcasing her famous ...

'Emily in Paris:' A Glamorous Showcase?

Béatrice Moreau 2024-09-11 14:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

The Netflix series Emily in Paris pushes the boundaries of product placement, making it a central character in the storyline. Luxury brands, mainstream retailers and tech giants compete creatively to grab viewers’ attention, turning fiction into a massive catalog. It’s hard to escape the flood of logos that bombard viewers of Emily in Paris. ...

Tory Burch Merges Sport with Elegance at NY Fashion Week

2024-09-11 11:04 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

New York Fashion Week features Tory Burch’s sport-inspired fashion on September 9, 2024, in Brooklyn. On September 9, 2024, at the historic former Domino sugar factory in Brooklyn, Tory Burch celebrated the 20th anniversary of her eponymous fashion house by unveiling a collection at New York Fashion Week that masterfully wove the spirit of ...

Menart Fair 2024: Celebrating MENA Women Artists in Paris

This Is Beirut 2024-09-10 18:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

 From September 20 until September 22, the Galerie Joseph in Paris will host the fifth edition of Menart Fair. This year, Menart Fair will focus exclusively on women artists from the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region, offering an insightful reflection on both their heritage and contemporary perspectives. Menart Fair 2024 stands out for ...

F1 Design Guru Newey Targets Championship Glory After Joining Aston Martin

This Is Beirut 2024-09-10 17:54 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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Formula One design guru Adrian Newey is plotting to turn Aston Martin into world champions after he was named managing technical partner at the team's Silverstone headquarters on Tuesday. The widely anticipated announcement comes after it was confirmed in May that the Briton, regarded by many as the greatest designer in the sport's history, would ...

Much Anticipated 'Star Wars Outlaws' Video Game Released

This Is Beirut 2024-08-30 13:34 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

After more than four years in the making, French video game designer Ubisoft released on Friday its much-anticipated "Star Wars Outlaws," an immersive spinoff from the famed saga. The group's first foray into the universe created by George Lucas, "Outlaws," is an open-world adventure featuring Kay Vess, a young outlaw who travels the galaxy far ...

The Bold, Revolutionary, and Timeless Fashion of Elsa Schiaparelli

2024-08-22 13:59 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Philippine Leroy-Beaulieu recently attended the premiere of the 4th season of Emily in Paris at the Egyptian Theatre in Hollywood, wearing a black dress by Elsa Schiaparelli. Let’s delve into the secrets of Schiaparelli’s fashion, which defies time. [caption id="attachment_284018" align="alignnone" width="402"] Philippine Leroy-BeaulieuPhoto ...

The Revival of Film Photography: Nostalgia and Creativity

Béatrice Moreau 2024-08-01 10:26 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Defying the digital era’s supremacy, film photography is experiencing an unforeseen revival, compelling even the renowned Japanese manufacturer Pentax to introduce a new model after a 21-year hiatus. In a world where smartphones have made photography ubiquitous and instantaneous, a surprising trend is emerging: the return of film photography. ...

John Mayall, Pioneering British Blues Musician, Dies at 90

Béatrice Moreau 2024-07-25 11:05 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

John Mayall, the influential British blues singer, musician, and bandleader, passed away at his home in California at the age of 90, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of rock and blues music. John Mayall, the pioneering British blues musician who helped shape the course of rock music in the 1960s, died on Monday at his home in ...

‘Roofs of the City’ by Maral Der Boghossian Celebrates Beirut

Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-07-14 18:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

From July 18 to 31, 2024, the exhibition Roofs of the City by Maral Der Boghossian invites us on a captivating pictorial journey over the rooftops of Beirut. A vibrant ode to the city, filled with nostalgia and an explosion of colors. This summer, the Beirut art scene will be marked by a significant event: Maral Der Boghossian’s solo ...

Mouna Bassili Sehnaoui: The Woman Who Defined Lebanon’s Visual Identity

Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-07-06 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

In the midst of a storm, Lebanon launches a bold campaign to promote tourism. “Mechouar,” initiated by the Ministry of Tourism, is intended as a message of hope and resilience in a highly challenging context. This term, which means “promenade” in Arabic, evokes the idea of a pleasant stroll, a moment of respite. However, given the ...

“Spectrum of Life: Perceptions”: The Contemporary Fables of Sari el-Khazen

Zeina Nader 2024-07-02 14:02 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

The opening of the exhibition Spectrum of Life: Perceptions by Sari el-Khazen, organized by BEYxART as part of Beirut Art Days, will take place on Friday, July 5, from 6 PM to 9 PM at Art Apart in Gemmayzé. Curated by Ranine el-Homsi, this exhibition will continue until July 15. Sari el-Khazen, a Lebanese architect, interior designer, artist, ...

London Fashion Week: Burberry Blends Sportswear with Trench Traditions

2024-09-17 18:33 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

At London Fashion Week, on September 16, 2024, designer Daniel Lee unveiled a groundbreaking Spring/Summer 2025 collection for Burberry, blending sportswear influences with the iconic trench coat. [gallery size="large" link="none" ids="291400,291401,291402"] During this season’s London Fashion Week, Burberry’s showcase stood out for its ...

Launch of Three Books Celebrating Pioneering Arabic Design at Sursock Museum

This Is Beirut 2024-06-29 18:29 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

The Sursock Museum in Beirut hosted the launch of three new volumes in the “Arabic Design Library” series by Khatt Books, celebrating pioneering Arabic design. On June 28, 2024, the prestigious Sursock Museum in Beirut was the venue for a major cultural event: the official launch of three new titles in the “Arabic Design Library” series ...

Rebirth of Art and Fashion in 860-Year-Old Notre-Dame

2024-06-28 13:41 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Notre-Dame Cathedral, Paris's iconic 860-year-old landmark, is set to reopen on December 8. The rapid reconstruction effort followed the devastating fire of 2019. As the reopening date of 860-Year-Old Notre-Dame approaches, the cathedral is emerging not just restored but transformed, with modern touches that promise to enchant visitors anew. The ...

Vogue’s Grand Fashion Spectacle Takes Over Place Vendôme

Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-06-24 13:26 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Vogue World, a major fashion event, dazzled Paris on Sunday at Place Vendôme, featuring a parade of top French designers and an unprecedented gathering of celebrities. The highly anticipated Vogue World, one of the year’s most significant fashion events, took center stage on Sunday at the iconic Place Vendôme in Paris. This spectacular show, ...

Paris Fashion Week: Unexpected Twists and Emotional Goodbyes

Béatrice Moreau 2024-06-23 10:39 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Paris Fashion Week witnessed a surprising lack of leather at Hermes, a restrained but star-studded Loewe show, and a bittersweet farewell to fashion great Dries Van Noten. The City of Lights was abuzz with excitement as Paris Fashion Week continued to showcase the latest trends and creative visions from some of the world’s most renowned fashion ...

Iconic Model Naomi Campbell: Forty Years of Fashion Legacy

2024-06-22 18:00 - Reading : 4 minute(s)

Naomi Campbell, the iconic supermodel who broke barriers as the first black model on the cover of Vogue France in 1988, is honored with a groundbreaking exhibition at London’s Victoria & Albert Museum. "Naomi in Fashion" celebrates her forty-year reign in fashion. [caption id="attachment_265980" align="alignnone" width="882"] Photo Credit: ...

Françoise Hardy: The Timeless Icon of Parisian Fashion

Juliana Breidy 2024-06-16 18:00 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Françoise Hardy, the eternal symbol of the Parisienne, has always been an inexhaustible muse for the fashion world. Her style, a subtle balance between a baby doll look and an androgynous touch, left a lasting impression and continues to inspire generations of designers and enthusiasts. When she appeared on the music scene in the 1960s, ...

Fashion Week Brings Glamour Amidst Parisian Chaos

2024-06-16 10:58 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

  Paris Fashion Week returns on Tuesday, June 18, offering a touch of glamour to a country currently navigating political turmoil. The event kicks off with Menswear Week, running until next Sunday, followed by the haute couture shows until June 27. The landscape in France has been turbulent since President Emmanuel Macron called surprise ...

Françoise Hardy: The Voice That Defined Generations

Bélinda Ibrahim 2024-06-12 17:00 - Reading : 5 minute(s)

She was the voice of our youth, of our loves, of our melancholies. Françoise Hardy, the one through whom French song took a new breath in the 60s, has left us at the age of 80, taking with her an entire piece of our collective history. Françoise Hardy was born on January 17, 1944, in occupied Paris, the daughter of an absent father and a ...

‘Becoming Karl Lagerfeld’: Unveiling the Fashion Kaiser’s Rise

Béatrice Moreau 2024-06-08 10:59 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

Disney+ premiers Becoming Karl Lagerfeld, a captivating six-episode series exploring the iconic designer’s early years in 1970s Paris, starring Daniel Brühl as the enigmatic fashion legend. The world of haute couture continues to inspire the small screen, as Disney+ prepares to launch Becoming Karl Lagerfeld on Friday, a highly anticipated ...

KDSHA, Contemporary Art in the Heart of Kadisha

This Is Beirut 2024-06-05 13:48 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

The Kadisha Valley welcomes the 3rd edition of KDSHA, a summer event blending contemporary art and heritage in the enchanting setting of Villa Chamoun in Hasroun, northern Lebanon. Nestled in the heart of the majestic Kadisha Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site, Villa Chamoun in Hasroun serves as the backdrop for the 3rd edition of KDSHA, an ...

Dior Blends Tradition and Punk: High Fashion in Highlands

2024-06-05 10:30 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Dior tapped into Scotland's traditions and rebellious streak on Monday, June 3, presenting its 2025 “cruise” collection with punk tartan, chain mail and magical ball gowns. Haute couture has been increasingly taking the catwalk on the road to showcase its latest creations, with “cruises” to spectacular locations all over the world. After ...

Clarice Lispector's 'Near to the Wild Heart' Translation Launch

This Is Beirut 2024-05-29 14:00 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

On Thursday, May 30, from 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM, the Arabic publication of Clarice Lispector’s Near to the Wild Heart, translated by Safa Jubran, will be celebrated at the Guimarães Rosa Institute in Beirut, located on Mar Mitr Street, Ashrafieh. To mark the Arabic publication of Near to the Wild Heart by Brazilian writer Clarice Lispector ...

Stéphanie Sayed: “Daring Authenticity Through Streetwear Fashion”

Juliana Breidy 2024-05-25 14:24 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

In the dynamic world of streetwear fashion, a rising star stands out for her audacity and originality: Sayed. This streetwear brand, created and founded by Stéphanie Sayed, a passionate Franco-Lebanese designer whose identity is intertwined with the intense blue of her creations, defies conventions by offering unisex pieces inspired by both the ...

Leclerc Crashes as Verstappen Heads Opening Practice in Azerbaijan

This Is Beirut 2024-09-13 16:42 - Reading : 2 minute(s)

Max Verstappen topped the times for Red Bull ahead of Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton in Friday's crash-marred opening free practice at this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix. The three-time world champion and series leader clocked a best lap in one minute and 45.546 seconds in the final seconds of a stop-start-stop session of frequent interruptions on a ...

The Louvre Celebrates Fashion in an Unprecedented Exhibition

Sophia Novalis 2024-09-18 10:45 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

The Louvre, a prestigious institution of art, will, for the first time, host an exhibition dedicated to fashion, creating a dialogue between the museum’s treasures and the creations of some of the greatest contemporary designers. This marks a historic first for the world’s largest museum. From January 24 to July 21, 2025, the Louvre will ...

Seeing Life in Different Colors: The 2025 Eyewear Trends

Marie-Christine Tayah 2024-12-29 10:30 - Reading : 3 minute(s)

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The 2025 eyewear trends revolutionize fashion with bold colors, eco-conscious designs and advanced technology. Glasses are no longer mere accessories—they are statements of individuality and style, merging functionality with cutting-edge aesthetics. A Splash of Color: Red, Purple, Brown and Green Color is making a powerful statement in 2025, ...