Summer is here, the heat is up but the annual escape is on hold for some! Many people in the UAE are looking much closer to home for their summer holiday this year, and staycations and weekend getaways at hotels and resorts across the Emirates will be in high demand. One hidden gem is undoubtedly the Mysk Kingfisher Retreat in Sharjah, part of the luxurious Sharjah Collection curated by Mysk Hotels and a real glamper’s…
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Getting that glow is perhaps the most popular request I get from my bridal clients. And my number one answer for getting it right is always the same –perfect your skincare routine, ensuring it suits your skin type and concerns. A good skincare routine will change everything and make for a better makeup application. A great way to step into a good routine is by adding a monthly (4-6 week) facial treatment from a licensed…
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If you’ve lived in Dubai for long enough you’ve probably experienced the odd visa run, or two, in your time. But have you ever checked out the JA Hatta Fort Hotel located amidst the majestic Hajar Mountains in the heart of Hatta… Not only does this renovated hotel offer everything you could possibly need for a relaxing, romantic staycation, it also offers a number of different venues for weddings and private events. And for the…
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Kaya Clinic Ultima Laser Hair Removal I have a confession; I am a hairy woman! There, I said it. I know many women also suffer from excessive hair and whilst some women embrace their whiskers, I am personally one who does not.  Don’t get me wrong, I am not a clinic’s worst candidate, but it’s a big enough issue that has seen me plucking, tweezing and threading at my face for most of my adult…
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The Talise Fitness Royal Bridal Package If there is one time in your life when you can really go all out with the personal pampering, it’s in the lead up to your wedding day. Today’s bridal beauty and fitness review samples some of the wonderful treatments and services on offer via The Royal Bridal Package, which brings together the expertise of Talise Fitness and Talise Spa to help brides look and feel their absolute best on…
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Dance For You Review I’m the first to admit that I’m not much of a dancer. Well, not in the traditional sense anyway. When I met my husband, he used to joke about how I was always completely happy dancing by myself, in my own little world, but terrible any time it came to dancing with him. Fast forward to our wedding earlier this year, and his comments took on a whole new meaning. Knowing that…
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Review: The Nail Spa & Marquee Today’s bridal beauty review is a double whammy, and takes place at The Nail Spa (TNS) and Marquee (both of which operate under the same group) at the Arabian Ranches Golf Club. Join me as I talk you through my pampering experience, and give you an insight into the bridal beauty services on offer at both TNS and Marquee. Location: I visited The Nail Spa and Marquee at the…
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Courtyard by Marriott Dubai I’ve always had a soft spot for the Courtyard by Marriott Dubai Green Community. Two years ago, my husband and I missed seeing the Burj Khalifa fireworks due to traffic, and, with no plans and everywhere jam-packed, we found ourselves partying with Green Community residents and holidaymakers at the Courtyard by Marriott Dubai. Fast forward three years, and we were back there again, this time checking out their wedding facilities. Here, I review our…
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Get Fit With BARE – Bridal Special If you follow us over at Instagram, you would have seen quite a few updates recently regarding BARE fitness. Wondering what BARE is? Below, Founder Dylan Eiffe gives us the low down: We’re a new Downtown fitness club, with a main focus on nutrition – a first in Dubai. As I know and you know, you can train your butt off every day and you won’t lose a gram…
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A Vampy Kim K Make-Up Shoot Hello lovelies! A while back, I met the beautiful make-up artist Natasha Zaki of Glossy Make Up (pictured below) and, over coffee, we instantly got on. Her passion for make-up artistry is obvious and she is a lady full of ambition, which I like! Yay to girl power! After some brainstorming, I invited Natasha to become one of our BCME experts and, for the past few months, she has…
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