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Editor’s LETTER In this issue, we obsess over Jennifer Lopez and her phenomenal style that only seems to get better with time, and her most dazzling looks to date. We also get serious about jewelry fashion, showing you some of the new trends that have gone down the sustainable & ethical. You might be surprised by what you discover... There are lots of other surprises in store for this issue, including a covetable edit of wonderful cross body bags, as well as luscious strip pieces that are never- and we “repeat, never going to go out of style! JENNIFER LOPEZ - PAGE 32 6 CONTENTS August - September 2020 10 10 of the best CROSSBODY BAGS Fall 18 JEWELRY TRENDS 24 STRIPS! Trend To Try 18 10 The Denim Dream 28 Trend to Try Style crushing on... 32 JENNIFER LOPEZ The best looks of 40 HAUTE COUTURE 2020 Collection 32 40 www.firstavenuemagazine.com First Avenue Magazine @firstavenuemagazine 8 Publisher Hares Fayad Editor Samo Suliman Senior writer Camilia Al Osta Art Director Ahmad Yazbek Overseas Contributers Nabil Massad, Paris Kristina Rolland, Italy Samo Suleiman, Lebanon Isabel Harsh, New York Kamilia Al Osta, London Offices (U.A.E.), Dubai Jumeirah Lakes Towers, JBC 2 P.O. Box: 50324 T.: +971 4 457 2348 F.: +971 4 457 2126 For Inquiries Editorials, Advertisements M.: +971 50 653 4050, +971 55 302 5550 [email protected] [email protected] Lebanon, Beirut P.O. Box 90 -1096 T. +961 1 513 121 F. +961 1 513 141 Distributed in U.A.E By Dar Al Hekma Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman www.firstavenuemagazine.com First Avenue Magazine @firstavenuemagazine 10 Valentino Valentino Garavani’s ‘Rockstud Spike’ shoulder bag is made from soft quilted leather and punctuated with miniature studs - each one is galvanized to retain its glossy shine. It opens to a surprisingly spacious interior that’s fitted with 10 card slots and just enough space for your lipstick, keys and cell phone. Detach the chain strap and carry it in hand as a clutch to dinner. 10 of the best self CROSSBODY bags! It’s 2020, and we simply can’t remember life without bag, thanks to its Arli collection. But the Italian fashion house crossbody bags. Especially the small and practical variations, is by no means a one hit wonder, as GUCCI has produced which are otherwise known as camera bags – for no reason several lust-worthy crossbody bags since. And many of them other than to confuse your boyfriends or husbands, as well have had some very impressive results. We’ve got old school as to annoy you when they keep questioning the lack of classics like Valentino and Versace and then there’s more of our photography equipment in said bag. (A handy trick is to favorite brands – hang on, did we just name all of your dream address your smartphone, which does a very good job of handbags? doubling up as a camera… you’re welcome!) Crossbody bags So without further ado, let’s take a look at 10 of the best have quite remarkably taken over the fashion world these crossbody bags currently available to snap up. Because we can past few seasons, and with one dreamy design emerging after all agree that it isn’t as fun looking at and drooling over bags another, it really isn’t hard to see why. Gucci essentially ignited you can’t purchase the very second you fall in love with them. our resurrected obsession with the camera bag style crossbody We are an impatient generation, are we not? Chanel Introducing with the Gold-Tone, Silver-Tone & Ruthenium-Finish Metal Purple, Black & Blue this handbag is a Venn Diagram center where Chanel lovers and goths collide. Reworking the Parisian house’s classic flap bag in a moody purple, this subtle update will be sitting pretty in your closet for years to come. It also offers a genius solution for those of us who can never choose between gold and silver hardware: Why not both? 12 13 Gucci Paying tribute to its ‘70s prints, patterns and accessories, Gucci first presented the ‘Arli’ bag at the label’s Resort ‘ show. It’s been updated for this season in supple burgundy leather accented with black trimming and has the signature ‘GG’ moniker. The dual-compartment interior makes it a great choice for those who don’t pack light. Versace What do your phone, your wallet, an old lipstick and some emergency snacks have in common? They all belong in this Virtus crossbody bag from Versace - with beaded floral detailing amid a spacious body, this bag fits all your essentials and more. We’ve got you covered. Featuring a gold-tone chain shoulder strap, a foldover top, a Virtus logo plaque to the front and beaded floral detailing 14 15 Michael Kors Introducing the Extra Small Crocodile Embossed Leather “Cece”. Designed in a fold-over silhouette accented with polished hardware and a lock-and-key detail, the “Cece” crossbody bag delivers the refined sophistication we all need for this very special holiday. The new extra small crocodile leather embossed “Cece” comes in this season’s most coveted shades; soft pink, butter cup and light blue. Dolce Gabbana Straight from the Dolce & Gabbana runway, this mini edition of the ‘Devotion’ bag is made from supple quilted leather. The structured silhouette is centered with heart- shaped hardware surrounded by scores of tiny faux pearls. It opens to reveal a zipped pocket, perfect for your cards. 16 17 Prada Coach Prada’s large bag is aptly named ‘Cahier’ after the French Based on a Coach favorite introduced in the 1970s, the translation of the word ‘notebook’ - the gold-tone hardware Riley is a slender design perfect for nights out and days recalls the intricate bindings of antique books. Made on the go. This lightweight Signature chambray and in Italy from smooth white leather, this one is defined glovetanned leather silhouette features a ladylike top handle, with contrasting black textured-leather trims and has an three expandable interior compartments and a detachable adjustable long strap to create your perfect drop. The crossbody strap. The iconic Coach Horse and Carriage, accordion-like interior compartments will keep daily which was first introduced in the 1950s, accents the snap essentials neatly organized. closure. Givenchy Nothing says you have your life together quite like a Givenchy handbag. Crafted in Italy, this red quilted Balmain accessory is stamped with the designer name front B-buzz crossbody bag and centre in gold. Become a grown-up. Featuring We know everyone comes with baggage. But it can be a a foldover top with snap closure, a top handle, a good thing, especially if we’re talking about this B-buzz detachable and adjustable shoulder strap, a quilted crossbody bag. Balmain is the kind of baggage you’ll want effect, gold-tone hardware and multiple interior card to keep hold of. slots. 18 19 FALL JEWELRY Boucheron TRENDS White gold. Rock crystal. Diamonds. Mystery matter. Necklace in rock crystal and paved with diamonds, set with a drop of rock crystal in aerogel, in white Fall is the season of change… With change comes the need to in these work-from-home days is probably pretty casual—is gold. Necklace in the tradition of the multiwear. revamp your look and your wardrobe. We will share the most with jewelry. It takes only two seconds to slip on a bracelet or This extraordinary talisman hung from a choker also desirable jewelry and watch trends, to look for this season… attach some pendant earrings, you are transformed. fashioned in rock crystal and paved with diamonds. We’ve been floating the pieces we have our eyes on and what Delve into the exclusive Fall/Winter collection, now available True to a tradition of transformability, a sautoir we’re adding to our shopping carts at the moment. One of at luxury retail outlets across the Middle East to discover version is offered on a silk cord. the easiest ways to spark some joy in your wardrobe—which more. 20 21 Chopard House of Garrard Chopard’s Happy Spirit fascinates by the repetition of the concentric circle motifs centred around the dancing diamond, at The House of Garrard introduces colour to its much-loved designs inspired by the iridescent colours cast as light passes the origin of the rippling pattern in the water. From the smallest Wings Embrace design, balancing iconic silhouettes with through crystal. Pink and yellow sapphires and aquamarine to the largest, the rings nestle perfectly inside each other. Little the most delicate shades of gemstone. Responding to catch the eye within the openwork of angel wings, which Diamonds Do Great Things. demand, Garrard has enhanced Wings Embrace with new represent peace, purity and protection Mouawad As an ancient token of love and beauty, the rose has charmed and delighted cultures for thousands of years. Used in art, architecture, fashion, and jewelry, rose motifs have become sublime and were once sacred symbols for goddesses. With the extensive Rosette collection, Mouawad has brought the rose motif to life, crafting an iconic symbol that continues to permeate celebrity culture. 22 23 AQUAE JEWELS Faberge Make an elegant, relaxed addition to any look with piece that can be worn from day to night this choker Fabergé Debuts ‘Featured Designer’: James Ganh rainbow of colours, they impart a zest for life to the wearer. These this ring. Made with 18K gold and white diamonds adds a classic touch to any outfit. With shimmering Fabergé, the world’s most iconic artist jeweller, is pleased to announce playfully transformable pieces also provide the wearer with versatility, the ring is subtly sparkly and can be purchased in diamonds set across a gold chain, your Eid style will James Ganh as their first ‘Featured Designer’.