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When Gesture Becomes Compass: A Quiet Prelude to Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Horizon

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When Gesture Becomes Compass: A Quiet Prelude to Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Horizon May 27th, 2025 In the spring of 2025, Saudi Arabia is formally recognised by the United Nations World Tourism Organization as one of the world’s leading cultural tourism destinations. It is an accolade steeped in visibility—one that signals the arrival of a nation’s [...]

Why Global Media Brands Are Expanding into the Middle East

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Why Global Media Brands Are Expanding into the Middle East May 12th, 2025 As the Gulf states invest heavily in culture, fashion and entertainment, international media — from legacy publishers to youth-driven magazines — are betting on the region’s growth and global influence. In a fast-changing global media environment, a growing number of major outlets [...]

The Art of Collecting: Inside Saudi Arabia’s Blossoming Patronage Culture

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The Art of Collecting: Inside Saudi Arabia’s Blossoming Patronage Culture May 5th, 2025 No longer a quiet observer, Saudi Arabia is taking center stage in the global art world. From influential private collectors to cutting-edge foundations and visionary curators, a new era of patronage is reshaping the Kingdom’s cultural identity—and the art world is paying [...]

CROSSROADS 2025: Fashion’s New Frontier Emerges from the Global South

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CROSSROADS 2025: Fashion’s New Frontier Emerges from the Global South April 22nd, 2025 In the glittering heart of Dubai, the future of fashion found its stage. Held at the opulent One&Only One Za’abeel, CROSSROADS 2025—The Business of Fashion’s inaugural summit focused on the Global South—brought together an influential lineup of designers, entrepreneurs, royals, and visionaries [...]

Okhtein Lands in Riyadh: A New Flagship Store and a Powerful Celebration of Women

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Okhtein Lands in Riyadh: A New Flagship Store and a Powerful Celebration of Women April 18th, 2025 Big news for fashion lovers and advocates of women-led business alike—Okhtein, the iconic Egyptian luxury brand, has officially opened its first flagship store in Riyadh. Nestled in the heart of Kingdom Mall, the boutique is more than just [...]

Inside the Saudi Fashion Commission: The Kingdom’s $32 Billion Vision for a Global Fashion Hub

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Inside the Saudi Fashion Commission: The Kingdom’s $32 Billion Vision for a Global Fashion Hub April 22nd, 2025 How Saudi Arabia is transforming itself from a luxury consumer market into a global fashion powerhouse. Saudi Arabia isn’t just consuming fashion—it’s building an industry. In the heart of Riyadh, a quiet but powerful transformation is underway, [...]

The New Saudi Luxury Consumer: Women and Gen Z Are Driving a Billion-Dollar Fashion Shift

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The New Saudi Luxury Consumer: Women and Gen Z Are Driving a Billion-Dollar Fashion Shift April 15th, 2025 Saudi Arabia’s $32 Billion Fashion Market Is No Longer Defined by Traditional Luxury Consumers. Here’s Why. Saudi Arabia's fashion market is experiencing a significant transformation, driven by Gen Z, millennial women, and digital-first shoppers who priorities niche [...]

From the Middle East to Paris: Regional Designers Making Waves on the Global Fashion Stage

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From the Middle East to Paris: Regional Designers Making Waves on the Global Fashion Stage April 8th, 2025 Middle Eastern designers are no longer confined to regional success; they are capturing international attention, from Paris Fashion Week to the world's most prestigious red carpets. In recent years, the Middle East has emerged as a rising [...]

Crafting Identity: The Saudi Artisans Reviving Heritage Through Modern Design

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Crafting Identity: The Saudi Artisans Reviving Heritage Through Modern Design March 18th, 2025 How the Kingdom’s artisans are redefining luxury through time-honoured craftsmanship, blending tradition with contemporary design. Saudi Arabia’s cultural renaissance is more than an artistic movement; it is a revival of craftsmanship that tells the story of the Kingdom’s rich history. Across the [...]

Saudi Arabia’s Culinary Renaissance: The Chefs Elevating Traditional Flavours for a Global Audience

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Saudi Arabia’s Culinary Renaissance: The Chefs Elevating Traditional Flavours for a Global Audience March 14th, 2025 Saudi Arabia’s food scene is undergoing a transformative renaissance, as visionary chefs fuse tradition with innovation to redefine its gastronomic identity Saudi Arabia is in the midst of an extraordinary culinary renaissance. Once known for its deeply rooted traditional [...]