Considering the current Outlook outage, chances are the city is starting the weekend on a relaxed foot. Continuing the playful momentum, we look at collections, experiences, and more that carry the fun forward. From witty designs to exploring art to pairing cinema and food together harmoniously. Keep on reading to find out what we’ll be up to this weekend.
To Shop
Loewe x Tim Burton
Loewe has always cherished the art of magical whimsy and this festive season is no different. For its holiday collection, the house has collaborated with Disney, taking inspiration from Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. Working with archival sketches, the maison reimagined the stop-motion classic with its own craftsmanship. The collection spans ready-to-wear, accessories, candles, and Loewe’s most iconic bags, all featuring Tim Burton’s signature visual language. Between cardigans, Christmas sweaters, and Puzzle bags displaying scenes from the movie, the collection comes as a lovely excuse to shop for our inner child.
Pillow
Dubai-based brand Pillow is by the girls for the girls. The modest-wear brand designs abayas in fun colours, prints, and cuts, especially for those whose style gravitates towards pastel, gems, and everything cute. Their recent drop celebrates the upcoming F1 Grand Prix in Abu Dhabi. Aptly called the Grand-Prix collection, the collection features two abayas with an F1 visualiser by the cuffs. Cars and race tracks are meticulously embroidered alongside date palms and fireworks, painting a picture of what we can expect early next month.
To Dine
Rocambolesco | SO/ Uptown Dubai
Craving Italian this weekend? Stop by Rocambolesco for its Saturday Brunch. Among playful interiors by the restaurant’s Piano Room, you can find typical Italian plates designed for sharing. Along with selected drinks, the brunch is made for slowing down, indulging, and allowing for the day to pass. Prices start from Dhs 325.
Mei | Jumeirah Mina Al Salam
If Asian is on the agenda instead, take a look at Mei which houses a contemporary fusion of Chinese and Japanese flavours. With warm lights, traditional design, and enough dumplings to go around, the eatery brings a refined take to Asian comfort food.
To Experience
Moonrise x Birch | Birch, DIFC
Chef collaborations are few and far between, but when they happen, you can find us seated. This Sunday, November 15, Michelin-starred restaurants Moonrise and Birch will be teaming up for a one-night-only dining experience. Spanning 10 courses, the menu explores Chef Arslan Berdiev and Chef Solemann Haddad’s perspectives as well as their meeting point. Expect new dishes created for the occasion alongside the restaurants’ signatures, featuring regional ingredients, freshly baked breads, and a collaborative dessert that brings the night to a sweet finish.
Beauty of Joseon x Namshi | Dubai Hills Mall
The K-Beauty brand famed for its sunscreen has finally put out a tinted version! And in collaboration with Namshi, you can explore the new release at their pop-up in Dubai Hills Mall. Called The SPF Store in celebration of the Tinted Mineral Dayscreen SPF 30, you can find shade match stations, a charm bar, plenty of photo-ops, and free gifts upon purchase. The pop-up is open till November 23, and timings range from 10 AM to 11 PM on weekdays and 10 AM to midnight on weekends.
DIFC Arts Nights | Gate Village, DIFC
Returning for its 22nd edition, Gate Village at DIFC transforms into a space to explore and play around with art. Taking place during the weekend, DIFC Arts Nights brings immersive installations, sculptures, free-to-attend workshops, live music, and more, celebrating culture, community, and, of course, art!
To Watch
How to Rob a Bank
Starring Nicholas Hoult, Pete Davidson, and Zoë Kravitz, How to Rob a Bank follows the story of a crew of social media-savvy bank robbers who broadcast their heists. Unaware about their growing viral fame, they soon find out that their antics have put them in the crosshairs of a veteran FBI agent and a brilliant software engineer.
Pretty Woman | Riviera by Jean Imbert, The Lana, Marasi Drive
The rom-com classic gets a sophisticated revamp. Part of a series hosted by Riviera by Jean Imbert, the 1990 classic will be screened on an open-air terrace and paired with a curated menu, with dishes inspired by the scenes unfolding on screen. Turning a new way to explore and appreciate cinema and gastronomy, the experience takes a typical movie night and makes it an unforgettable one.
