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Emirati Women’s Day is fast approaching. With celebrations spanning a month this time around, it would be remiss not to take a moment to appreciate the women who contribute so much to the development of the country.
To show your appreciation to these invaluable women, GRAZIA has put together the ultimate guide to local recommendations that will make your gifting easy, refined and meaningful.
Minimalist Um Hessa and Um Alyazia Handbags
Drawing from Khoos, a traditional Emirati form of weaving, come these Minimalist handbags. The pieces are handcrafted in camel leather and named after local women to evoke a sense of familiarity.
Available in black & tan, taupe, dark brown and flame red.
Mariam EM Eyelash & Brow Serum
This Abu Dhabi-based brand boasts their proven eyelash and brown serum, designed to promote growth and strengthen sparse hair into fuller and healthier features. The product draws on three key ingredients: Sidr leaf extract for resilience, pea sprout and soy germ extracts for thickness, as well as glycerin and propanediol for flexibility and protection.
Noora Shawqi Mosaic Gold Long Earrings
White gold, yellow gold and diamonds entwine to form these delicate dangling earrings. The eponymous haute jewellery house showcases statement pieces dripping in modern elegance and effortless femininity. Despite her international education and travel which inspire her creations, Shawqi’s home remains in the UAE.
Onori Luna Pants
The Luna Pants are a sleek lycra design, elevated with delicate lace detailing across the hips. The label also offers length customisations for an additional Dhs500. Designed to sculpt the figure while adding a touch of feminine elegance, the trousers perfectly combine contemporary glamour with refined craftsmanship.
Karen Wazen Livi Tortoise Sunglasses in Yellow Honey
With 100 percent UV protection, these rounded acetate frames sit at the intersection of soft modern silhouettes and slim metal temples. The titular Lebanese entrepreneur was named in Forbes’ Women Behind Middle Eastern Brands list.
Nicoli Celesta Box Heels
For the woman who is always on her feet, comfort is key. Enter these box heels from Nicoli, the epitome of support with a block heel that provides a sophisticated balance of elevation and stability. Featuring a shimmering textile bedazzled by multi-sized crystals and designed in a classic slip-on silhouette, its ideal for a day of activity while still looking elegant.
Arcadia AURIC Eau De Parfum
Emirati entrepreneur Amna Al Habtoor founded her niche perfumery Arcadia in 2015 to fulfil a lifelong dream. Her best-selling scent is Auric, with floral top notes, musk and pear heart notes and spicy, fruity and amber base notes. The cruelty-free brand aims to evoke nostalgia through its signature fragrances.
Florette Signature Tea Collection
A curated introduction to the world of fine teas, this signature set offers a diverse tasting experience across multiple tea categories. It includes a glass teapot, two teacups and three kinds of tea: Jasmine Dragon Pearl Green, Lychee Tie Guan Yin Oolong and Baihao Silver Needle White.
De L’Arta Face Mask
This beauty Maison gets its name from the Arta plant, a resilient desert tree native to the UAE. Their bestselling [Tq] Face Mask integrates antioxidant-rich black seed oil with almond and argan oil, aloe vera and shea butter. It hydrates the skin barrier and supports regeneration and healing by protecting against pollution and inflammation.
Lava Moments Three Piece Gift Set
Bring in Emirati Women’s Day with the perfect centrepiece for a stylish home. Founded by Sheikha Amna Al-Nuaimi, this collection is ideal so you don’t have to choose. The box contains Oud Rose, Oud Wood and Oud Amber. Expect complex olfactory notes, vivid characters and impressionable fragrances.
Eli & Kai Leather Journal BUNDLE
Aptly titled The Heritage, this gift set includes a personalised leather journal, six notebooks, pen, key ring and four hand-finished charms, all precisely wrapped and topped with a greeting card. Each piece is handcrafted for the user with their initials or name embossed on the cover and a bespoke note inside. The journal is bound in full-grain vegetable-tanned cowhide with replaceable inserts to make it last a lifetime.
