/ 21 January 2025

The Edit: Desert Retreat

Winter is prime time for a desert escape – picture rolling dunes, breathtaking sunsets and starry nights to remember. From poolside lounging to dressing up for dinner, here’s what you need to pack…

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Wrap Design Bikini Top

Reiss,

AED 495

Tallow Cropped Striped Crocheted Cotton-Blend Tank

Zimmermann,

AED 1,565

Tallow Striped Crocheted Cotton-Blend Midi Skirt

Zimmermann,

AED 2,301

Malawi Corded Leather Sandals

Amanu,

AED 1,285

Sailing Landscapes Cotton Beach Cover-Up

Johanna Ortiz,

AED 1,250

Marinera Bikini Bottom

Johanna Ortiz,

AED 1,150

Wide Brim Straw Hat

& Other Stories,

AED 195

Mulberry Silk Dress

12 Storeez,

AED 1,600

Paseo Large Leather-Trimmed Raffia Tote

Loewe,

AED 11,550

Maxi Bodysuit With Fringing

Bershka,

AED 75 (was AED 349)

Asymmetric Satin Dress

Limé,

AED 599

Frida Ruched Recycled Underwired Swimsuit

Faithfull,

AED 645

Jalen Suede Sandals

A.Emery,

AED 603 (were AED 751)

The Wave Large Stud Earrings

Monica Vinader,

AED 770

Nubuck Leather Jacket

Masssimo Dutti,

AED 2,199

Squillo Raffia Tote Bag

Staud,

AED 1,820

Suri Pleated Twill-Trimmed Crepon Gown

Abadia,

AED 3,650

100% Cashmere Knit Sweater

Massimo Dutti,

AED 1,099

Embroidered Midi Skirt

& Other Stories,

AED 805

Linen-Blend Pull-On Shorts

H&M,

AED 85

Domino Seersucker Swimsuit

Hunza G,

AED 810

Gaia Cut-Out Maxi Dress

Cala De La Cruz,

AED 3,400

Collection Sunglasses

Prada,

AED 1,800

Brown Wooden Tortoiseshell Handle Basket Bag

River Island,

AED 305

Pari Top

Rails,

AED 765

A desert wardrobe should be ELEGANT AND EFFORTLESS – think breezy linen and lightweight neutrals.

Lila Linen Shorts

Faithfull,

AED 609

Open-Back Knitted Dress

H&M,

AED 199

Black Palm Structured Bikini Top

River Island,

AED 185

Beach Mat & Beach Mat Holder

Celine,

AED 4,950

Ruffled Swimsuit

Johanna Ortiz,

AED 1,570

Nobody Wife Dress

KM By Lange,

AED 2,129

Indy Cream Cashmere Knit Jumper

Dissh,

AED 1,150

Myka Cream Satin Pant

Dissh,

AED 455

Rond Carré Faux Leather Clutch

Jacquemus,

AED 3,595

Buckle-Detail Bikini Briefs

& Other Stories,

AED 165

Fine Strap One-Piece Swimsuit

Ziah,

AED 770

Anagram Towel

Loewe,

AED 2,350

Tia Clutch

Themoirè,

AED 2,080

Jack Flat Leather Sandals

Bottega Veneta,

AED 4,050

Centenary Large Check-In Case

Globe-Trotter,

AED 14,545

Linen Shirt

H&M,

AED 119

Oval Sunglasses

House Of Dagmar,

AED 990

Woven Raffia Hat

Zara,

AED 79 (was AED 169)

Rio Vest

Posse,

AED 920

LAYERING is key for those desert evenings when you still want to be stylish as the temperature drops – think SOFT KNITS AND LIGHTWEIGHT JACKETS.

Draped Bodysuit

Limé,

AED 149 (was AED 269)

Alt-Nappa Crochet Tote

Nanushka,

AED 1,930

Cropped Linen Shirt

Mango,

AED 139 (was AED 199)

Wide Metallic Arm Cuff

Pull & Bear,

AED 59

Shadow Sandals

Simkhai,

AED 2,050

V040 Necklace

Completed Works,

AED 2,000

Bio-Plastic Oval Sunglasses

Nanushka,

AED 1,348

Rectangle-Frame Steel Sunglasses

Khaite X Oliver Peoples,

AED 1,925

Wander Crochet Tote Bag

Miu Miu,

AED 10,000

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