August 2026 | Issue 04.

Inside Issue 04 (August 2026)

The August cover star is Merita Merja, founder of Merita Merja Beauty & Fashion Studio in Downtown Dubai. The cover story, "Building Beauty Beyond Borders", covers her bridal, editorial and fashion work and the masterclasses she runs for new makeup artists. The issue also looks at summer events, luxury property records, a new resident rewards scheme and fashion week news.

In this issue

• The August Edit: stand-up from Sunil Grover and Atul Khatri, Beat The Heat DXB (Season 5) at DWTC Hall 8 and nights at Cavo.
• The Cultural Core: 'Summer Collective: Tangerine Dreams' at Ayyam Gallery and 'Earthbound Spirits' at Isola Space.
• Living Dubai: Hudson & Rye (DIFC), Sutēki, The Hundred Wellness Centre and Sirene Beach by Gaia.
• Staycation of the Month: a 36-hour stay at VOCO Bonnington Dubai.
• Heritage Icon: Ravi Restaurant, opened in Satwa in 1978 by Chaudhary Abdul Hameed.
• The Next Economy: record H1 2026 luxury home sales above $10 million.
• Government Initiative: "A Dubai Invite", DET's programme rewarding residents who invite family and friends to visit.
• Market Spotlight: O1NE District by AVENEW & Kora Properties in Motor City.
• Smart Dubai: the Dubai Calendar app and Symbiosis International University Dubai's BBA in AI and Business Analytics.
• Luxury: the Patek Philippe Cubitus Ref. 5821/1A-001.
• Modern Living: Dr. Amina Nabil and La Vogue Experts on Al Wasl Road.
• Society & Style: the 20th season of International Fashion Week Dubai at Arte Museum, Dubai Mall, and the Saie x Karen Wazen sunglasses.

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