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COMPLETE LIVING’S TRANSFORMATION
Making over a journalist’s room
For all things modern, classic, contemporary, and all
that’s in between, Complete Living knows what you crave and is set to provide
what you need. With international brands and local talents, everything is
exclusive to suit your demands. Being a newlywed isn’t easy, and Complete
Living knows that and created a place for you to find all that you might want.
With Complete Living, you’re able to give character and charisma to each room
in the house and truly turn it into a home. Teamed up with interior designers
that can assist you with decorating your space, your experience is guaranteed
to end with satisfaction. Testing this theory was bazaar’s very own newlywed
and operations manager, Yusra Ahmad. Deciding to renovate an... read |
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GULF BANK
Banking takes a different perspective
Gulf Bank prides itself in constantly working to improve
the banking experience of all their clients. Striving to achieve a level of
banking convenience that will raise the bar on the kind of service their
customers seek, they introduced Mobile... read |
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KHAMACHEER
GARAGE SALE
The hidden treasures amongst the piles
“One man’s trash is another man’s treasure” is a pretty
popular proverb that summarizes thrift shopping. We all have things that we
once loved, or hated, and kept for years. Then there comes a point where you
start thinking “there mus... read |
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DARAT
AL-ZUHOR
Gorgeous boutiques and vintage markets
Amidst
all the traffic that makes Salmiya so vibrant, and in the outskirts of the rush
on the 4th Ring Road, you will find a shop that offers only the most exclusive
of fashion’s finest. Nowadays it’s virtually impossible to find a dress or... read |
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COZMO
ENTERTAINMENT
Bowl with the pros
For thousands of years, bowling has existed in different
variations around the world. Throughout history, bowling has been a banned
sport, an encouraged sport, and a male dominant sport. Years later, closely
knit to present day, bowling has bec... read |
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THE CONCEPT OF “THRIFTING”
Thrift stores are a widely accepted idea in most
regions of the world, especially when it comes to grabbing designer goodies for
less! In the United States, style hunters are constantly on the lookout for
hidden boutiques that just might have a gorgeous, discounted Christian Dior
gown waiting for them. Some people don’t particularly care i... read |
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FUNKITURE EXPO
Outlandish
and fabulous design solutions
When the eclectic mind has a vision, it sets out to turn
it into a reality. How many times have you sat down and stared at a piece of
furniture thinking “It would be great if it had extra
compartments/light/tables,” but then when asked by y... read |
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TONI&GUY
Fresh from the catwalks of London to Kuwait
When it comes to creative hairdressing no other
brand across the globe competes with the artistic vision and education of
TONI&GUY Hairdressing. Now for the first time in Kuwait we introduce a team
of professional British Hairdressers to bring ... read |
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ELCHE
So fresh, so clean, so refreshing
Crisp, clean, and elegant with fully equipped private rooms for the bride
and her posse; even the rest of the spa is full of neatly organized rooms at
the customers’ disposal. Fruity smells and delicious organic products are all
over this spa... read |
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HOMEHOUSE
When turning a house into a home has
never been easier
Eight years in the furnishing business and a strong love for quality
furniture, HomeHouse made it their goal to help anyone turn a house into a
home. Having both Eastern and Western roots, the shop opened its doors in 2002
in an old house in th... read |
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JAEGER LONDON
Hip, young, and fabulous
Thriving on high end fashion, Jaeger London has it figured out. With clean
cuts and elegant lines, the collection shines with color and diversity.
Targeting both older and young ladies, Jaeger London delivers all that they
crave. Tomato reds, a... read |
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FASHION 2010 HIGHLIGHTS AT H&M
Supermodels talk about their summer memories - exclusive behind the scenes footage
Supermodels Daria Werbowy, Julia Stegner, Erin Wasson, Sasha Pivovarova and Lara Stone are the faces for H&M’s swimwear 2010 collection, which launches early May. At St Barts in the Caribbean where the campaign pictures were taken by photographer Patric... read |
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Just Cavalli
The SS10 launch of the elegantly colorful palette
Attention all Just Cavalli fans, the Spring/Summer collection has officially landed with grace. With shades of marine, mud, ivory, animal prints, greens and rose, Just Cavalli’s latest collection is inspired by the modern and independent woman. ... read |
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AUSTIN REED
Suit fashion for your passion
Straight from the United Kingdom, Austin Reed has officially landed in Kuwait. Founded in 1900 in London by Austin Reed himself, the business has since spread its stores all around the U.K and finally debuted in Kuwait by opening its first store. ... read |
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Ed Hardy
2010 Spring/Summer collection has landed in Kuwait
From decorative pins to belts, computer accessories to bags, rings to watches; Ed Hardy, Kuwait strives to provide you with the exact items that are found on their website and their stores in the U.S. The most sought after clothing brand by stars ... read |
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THE POWER OF BEADS
The art of little things
Sharing a love for art and beading, two ladies decided to combine the worlds of arts and crafts, and beaded embroidery (Off-Loom Weaving) thus bringing you; LB o J’zazz. The name they chose for the store doesn’t only stand for a combin... read |
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MARITIME MUSEUM, KUWAIT
The older generations of Kuwaitis speak of ‘the good old days’ when Kuwait was simplier and more in touch with its cultural roots. Prior to the discovery of oil in 1930s, Kuwait was a thriving port for trade and an epicenter of pearl diving and fishing. The heart of Kuwait’s heritage is embedded deep within the Arabian Gu... read |
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LIFE IN THE OVEN
When I relocated to Kuwait in October 2006 from South Africa, I started a journal called Birding in the Oven, primarily to document bird watching, a hobby I am passionate about. In a sense for us ex-pats, living in the desert, is like living in an oven for a large part of the year – but the upside is that it is a dry desert and we don’t su... read |
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SWEET DREAMS ARE MADE OF THESE:
Sahara Golf Club Takes You There
What in the world do you least desire? That’s a question our staff here at bazaar regularly ask their interviewees, and of all the answers I’ve read so far, I haven’t quite related to any. I actually didn’t feel the urge to contemplate the... read |
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SPALOON: PAMPER YOURSELF
Spaloon is an innovative, sophisticated, one-of-a-kind men’s grooming boutique, and is just about as elegant as they get here in Kuwait. Flourishing under the leadership and guidance of its vivacious managing director Mohammed Al-Matook, Spaloon has come a long way since it’s opening in November 2007. The idea of this spa and saloon was deri... read |
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NOON AND THE FEEL COLLECTIVE:
Hope for the revival of something precious
“Even without knowledge of Dulcinea, however, the viewer can readily sense
the message that Noon and Tarazi’s collective are sending: there is a beauty that
is being threatened, and it can be, must be revived.”
Out from under the ... read |
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SAY IT LOUD AND PROUD, THEN TAKE A BOW:
DUBAI-BASED AMANDA GEDEON LAUNCHES HER OWN BOLD AND CHIC FASHION BRAND
Calling all Fashionistas, trend-setters and risqué-junkies (and risk-taking junkies alike), open your eyes to the daring and moody designs of Dubai’s Amanda Gedeon, a young up-and-coming fashion designer soon-to-be icon, whose clothing line we ... read |
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ZAYAN – THE LEISURELY WAY OF LIFE
Zayan Real Estate has hit the Kuwaiti market with a bang, bringing with it levels of progressiveness which are sure to shake grounds in this sleepy desert town. Founded in February 2009, Zayan’s techno-savvy approach to the property business makes it easier to regulate, buy and sell residential and commercial real estate. A process which once ... read |
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STAY COOL WITH HUPER OPTIK
Huper Optik Kuwait brings the latest nano-ceramic technology to the window-tinting business.
There are some things that just make sense – and tinted windows in a country of people sweltering in temperatures of up to 60 degrees centigrade is one of such things. In Kuwait, we often rely on air-conditioning to ease the impact of an unparal... read |
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A NEW TANNING SALON HITS THELOCAL MARKET
We are spoilt for choice when it comes to salons in Kuwait. Honestly, your apartment complex probably boasts its own salon. So, when it comes down to it, what really makes you prefer one over another? Cleanliness? Well, yes, that’s a no-brainer; cutting edge technology and well-renowned products? Yes, a weighing factor; skill and pro... read |
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NAJLA AL ESSA AND CREATIVE TEAM WIN BANKER AWARD FOR BEST MARKETING & ADVERTISING CAMPAIGN IN MIDDLE EAST
At first glance, Najla Al Essa – dressed in a solid-colored dress, with a polka-dotted ribbon in her hair – comes across as the perfect image of a soft-spoken woman, feminine and youthful, without a care or responsibility in the world. Yet, speak with her a little more, and you soon find out that 29-year-old Najla is a mother of two, who is ... read |
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THE NATIONAL BANK OF KUWAIT SUPPORTS YOUTH DEVELOPMENT
The National Bank of Kuwait is hustling to make the most of its status as the country’s leading financial institution and one of the region’s most developed hubs for banking services. In tandem with its determination to protect its status, the bank consistently attempts to give back to society by offering versatile mechanisms for human devel... read |
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PUT A LITTLE UMPH IN YOUR KICK:
Goal! gives soccer a whoel new meaning
Have you ever imagined yourself as a hero in your own magical universe? The royalty of your own fiefdom, reigning over masses that adoringly cheer you on as you slay gargoyles and lead fortresses guarded by iron-clad knights? We may all have a min... read |
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LITTLE BALI COMES TO KUWAIT
Timeless art pieces embracing Bali’s mystical culture are now available in Kuwait
Bali encompasses a lush tropical landscape surrounded by the vast Indian Ocean, and a mystical culture which seeps within the island’s people and their seemingly unrelenting spirituality. Its allure has captured centuries of explorers, artists a... read |
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SILKERI:
Unadulterated silken pleasure
When I set out to meet Kerry Sellers, the woman behind Silkeri, a unique collection of silkwear tastefully hand-made in the Palace City of India, I anticipated garments of quality and delicacy. What I did not expect was to be enchanted by their si... read |
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ONLY THE BEST IN NOVEMBER...
All year round
November Company is simple. It doesn’t have to try to win you over with hyperbolized PR scripts. It doesn’t even want to. It just wants you to enjoy quality and creativity, and it entices you to do so. First, it lures you in with an eclectic s... read |
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TAKE A DEEP BREATH
Kuwait's first oxygen bar at Nstyle
Japan’s knack for trendsetting has traversed the realm of fashion and technology, and has entered the world of recreational oxygen consumption. Whatever that realm may be, oxygen bars started in Japan in the 1990’s and spread to America’s We... read |
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A TOUCH OF BRILLIANCE
The Exhibition, a brand new concept in gallery space is the new hub of activity in Kuwait and is the brainchild of Hiba Al-Homaizi, a young entrepreneur.
There's a new world out there for all ye artists, designers, bakers, and entrepreneurs. You can now rent out a space to hold your workshops and events. The Exhibition is a new name that represents the cultural space in downtown Kuwait.
The place ... read |
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MY SPA
The serene comfort of Ayurvedic care
During visits to India, Amal Al Najjer experienced the delights of Ayurvedic massage and treatments. Rejuvenated by this ancient Indian practice of holistic medicine, Amal sought to bring its beauty and relaxation techniques to the w... read |
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RAMPAGE
The age of fashion
‘Tis the season for holiday entertaining and parties; weekend trips, late-night dinners in fancy restaurants, gatherings of family and friends… Wait, hold the phone, before you call to RSVP, more importantly…What are you going to wear?! In a... read |
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ABRIEZ
A fresh idea for watches and accessories
Who says that buying a luxury watch or a gift of jewellery has to be an intimidating, stuffy experience? Who says that watch and accessories stores need to be hushed, library-like places with heavy wood grain décor and velvet-line display cases... read |
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CATH KIDSTON
There is another new kid on the block at the Avenues these days. A quaint English rose in the midst of the retail giants and hipster boutiques. Everything at Cath Kidston, a UK based homeware and clothing store, lifts a dour mood and puts a little spring in your step as you deal with the climbing temperatures and dusty air outside.&n... read |
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AYUR MANA: AYURVEDA HEALTH CENTER
The answer you’ve been looking for is closer than you thought
Wouldn’t it be weird if the back pain you’ve been experiencing is related to the annoying acne that recently cropped up on your jaw line and both conditions were connected to your sleep cycle which has been predictably disrupted around the s... read |
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BOOKS FOR THE BOOKWORM
“A book is a gift you can open again and again,” writer Garrison Keillor once said. It still rings quite true in our passively visual movie-crazed world today. All around us, we are bombarded with attractive splashes of colors, blast... read |
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