Celebrities Rocking the Givenchy Nightingale Satchel

Givenchy bags are making a great comeback as every A-list celebrity out there is donning this 7,000 AED bag on their arms. Must admit, I am not a big fan! If you are, it's available at The Dubai Mall. What do you think of the Givenchy Nightingale Satchel? ...

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Real vs. Fake Gucci Soho Shoulder Leather Bag

Whether you like them or not, replica designer handbags are everywhere! It was estimated that 80% of bags carried my men and women in Dubai are actually fake, an odd statistic seeing that people in the UAE have the highest household incomes and quality of life in the Middle East. Some women can't afford to splurge thousands of dirhams on a designer bag and opt to get a replica instead. But there are so many bad knock-offs out there and it's hard...

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Reader Reviews: Hairzotic in Dubai Marina

A Purse Dubai reader just submitted her own review after my post about Hairzotic Beauty Salon in Dubai Marina. "Hi Dear. Thank you for sharing your experience.I would like to share mine ... Hairzotic is not a very clean salon. The staff is not rude but not welcoming either. Let s say less than average. The pedicure is painful ... and no way you can stop it even if you ask. The seats you have to sit in for one hour for pedicure are very uncomfortable : old mechanical massage chair ... I will never go back again and my back is still in pain...

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Manhattan Grill in Dubai: Awesome Place for Steak and a First Date!

Last night, my husband and I went to dinner with our friends from out-of-town who were staying at the Grand Hyatt near Wafi Mall. Since they were exhausted from a long days' worth of fun Dubai activities, we decided to dine at the Manhattan Grill, located on the second floor of the huge hotel. This was the first time I've ever been to or even seen this hotel and let me tell you, it is MASSIVE! Here are the specs: It's a whopping 37 acres of...

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Mytheresa.com Exceeds Expectations

I recently purchased my very first designer bag: The Fendi Chameleon Textured Leather Shopper. And I am super excited about seeing that I used to beg my mom and sisters to wear their designer bags and never owned my own.  I've been searching for the perfect bag at the perfect price. And finally, I found it on My Theresa for $725 LESS than at the Fendi store in Dubai. If you hear people claiming that "oh, Dubai is cheaper since you don't...

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Beauty Salon Reviews: Hairzotic In Dubai Marina is Worth Every Penny!

I had moved to the Dubai Marina with my husband 6 months ago and I have yet to find a decent hair and nails place that didn't cost me half a salary. But finally, Hairzotic opened it's doors last month and I have become one of their most loyal customers. I visit them on a weekly basis for a manicure and pedicure so I have gotten to know their entire staff and I assure you, you will love getting your hair and nails done there. As far as...

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Nicolas & Jean Beauty Salon Review: Not Bad

Name Nicolas & Jean Beauty Salon Location Media City, Media 1 Hotel, Ground Floor Contact Tel: +971-444-04828 Fax: +971-440-4827 Cleanliness Overall, the salon looked clean and I didn't see anything nasty enough to blog about. No hair on the floor, no smell of chemicals and it was properly ventilated. During my manicure, the esthetician used new tools straight out the bag which she assured me were disinfected and sterilized. I...

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Ember Bar & Grill at the Address Hotel: Absolute RUBBISH!

We went to pick up some dates from Bateel in Dubai Mall and we decided to get a bite to eat. Since it's Ramadan, you are not allowed (by law) to eat in any restaurant or cafe from dawn till sun set.  Some offer take-away and delivery services but no dining in. The only exception to this rule, as for many rules, are hotels. So, we decided on the Address hotel since it was the closest one to us. In general, The Address is amazing......

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Is Eva Knox a Fraud?

When it comes to reviewing websites, Eva Knox's blog, Spotbagz.cn is where you want to be. She knows all the ins and outs of buying designer bags online. She's tried them all, judging from her vast collection of purses on her Facebook page. From the comments on her website, it seems that Ms. Knox has thousands of readers and fans (me included) because she gives us all what we really need: good first hand advice about shopping online. Her...

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