Editor of the art magazine Arte & Lusso

Interview with Maie El-Hage, the Art Historian and Curator from Lebanon

July 5, 2020July 5, 2020

Maie El-Hage is an architect and art historian, with a Master of Arts degree in Art History and Theory from the University of Essex in the UK, and a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the American University of Beirut. She is currently working in Talent Management, and is the region’s representative of several Arab and European artists. Based in Beirut, Maie teaches Art History and Architectural Drawing courses at the Lebanese American University. We had a chance to interview Maie and learn more about her journey and get the insights on the art scene in Lebanon.

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Italian restaurant LARTE at Studio One Hotel

Restaurant Review: LARTE at Studio One Hotel

June 25, 2020June 25, 2020

LARTE is a trendy Italian eatery located at Studio One hotel that recently reopened with a revamped menu created by Head Chef Luca. We were tempted by the wood-fire oven pizzas, a great pasta selection and all Italian drinks like […]

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The 11th Edition of the Arab Fashion Week Launches Virtually

June 24, 2020June 24, 2020

The 11th Edition of the Arab Fashion Week will be hosted virtually maintaining its traditional program through added value innovation.

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United Arab Emirates desert by Dubai based photographer Mario Cardenas

The Beauty of United Arab Emirates’ deserts captured through the lens of Mario Cardenas

June 23, 2020June 24, 2020

Deserts are synonymous to United Arab Emirates and are equally loved by the locals, residents and visitors to this beautiful country. Every emirate has unique landscapes that draw photographers from around the world to capture their beauty. Enjoy the beautiful photos by Mario Cardenas, one of the most prominent photographers in Dubai who shares his love for UAE through his visual art.

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Dubai Fashion News: MYKAFTAN Launches K-Shirts

June 23, 2020June 23, 2020

Discover K-shirt, the latest creation by Dubai based fashion brand Mykaftan

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Myrto Dramountani Fall-Winter 2020-21

June 19, 2020June 19, 2020

Myrto Dramountani Fall-Winter 2020-21 collection was inspired by the opalescent colored and textured stained glasses and mosaics. After her visit at the Met museum in New York she was so inspired by the use and juxtaposition of color and shapes […]

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Interview With the Jewellery Researcher and Author Sigrid van Roode

June 7, 2020June 10, 2020

Sigrid van Roode is a jewellery historian and archaeologist. For her, jewellery is the material expression of values, customs and traditions. Read our exclusive interview with Sigrid on her journey as a jewellery researcher and find out more about her book Silver and Frankincense.

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Spanish Artists Who Have Shaped Western Culture

May 17, 2020May 17, 2020

Spain has greatly contributed to western culture and is home to some of the most famous artists in history of art. From El Greco to Goya to Picasso and Dali, Spanish artists have changed the way we see art through their bold, thought-provoking and often disturbing artwork that is often rooted in their culture.

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“Game Changer” by Banksy Celebrates Superhero Health Workers

May 6, 2020May 7, 2020

British street artist Banksy created an artwork honoring health care workers that he donated to the University Hospital Southampton in the UK. “Game Changer” features a child playing with a nurse doll wearing a face mask and a cape, while Batman and Spider-Man appear discarded in a bin.