The Regional Rundown: Tiffany & Co. Unveils New Icons, Fendi’s Baguette Revival & More Happenings In The Middle East

The region continues to sharpen its position as a global style authority. What’s emerging is a more nuanced narrative, one where heritage houses are reconstructing their archives for a new generation, while regional designers and brands are carving out distinct, future-facing identities.

From archival revivals to sustainability-driven initiatives and major retail debuts. This month’s rundown captures the moments defining fashion, beauty, and lifestyle across the region.

Tiffany & Co. unveils its 2026 Icons campaign, spotlighting signature collections including HardWear, Knot, Lock, and the iconic Bird on a Rock. Rooted in craftsmanship and heritage, the campaign reframes these enduring designs through a modern lens, balancing bold structure with everyday wearability. The message is clear: legacy lives, shifts, and evolves.

The Van Cleef & Arpels Perlée collection continues to expand, introducing new rings across yellow, white, and rose gold, accented with sapphires, rubies, and emeralds. Defined by its signature golden beading, the collection leans into layering, offering a rhythmic, luminous approach to fine jewellery styling that feels both timeless and contemporary.

At Milano Design Week 2026, FENDI reintroduces its legendary Baguette with the 26424 Re-Edition. A nod to its original 1997 model code, the collection features 20 designs inspired by archival references, including exclusive Milan editions. Presented in art-crate-inspired packaging, the bags are modernly crafted, yet their presence will take you all the way back to the 90s.

Under the direction of Michael Rider, CELINE’s Été 2026 collection unfolds as an ongoing narrative rather than a singular moment. Exploring themes of lightness, memory, and fleeting summer energy, the collection reflects a balance between what stays and what fades, in which clothing becomes part of lived experience rather than merely a seasonal expression.

Parisian Maison Djula introduces its Barbelé collection, reinterpreting the raw aesthetic of barbed wire into refined, sculptural pieces. Available at the recently opened new boutique at Bloomingdale’s Dubai Mall ,the collection merges in multiple gold tones a theme of rebellion with elegance, reinforcing the growing appetite for statement jewellery with conceptual depth.

Regional label Nafsika Skourti relaunches its Pre-Loved initiative. Available worldwide with special access to clients to return past purchases for store credit in Amman & Dubai. The programme extends the lifecycle of garments while encouraging a more localised, sustainable fashion ecosystem.

Charlotte Tilbury brings its Pillow Talk universe to life with an immersive pop-up at Dubai Mall. The pop-up introduces the new Blush Balm Lip Tint alongside the return of the viral Beauty Soulmates Palette, complemented by a curated edit of the brand’s skincare, makeup and fragrance.

London’s favourite Isabel Mayfair makes its international debut in Abu Dhabi. Blending Mediterranean cuisine with immersive design, the space is positioned as more than a restaurant; it’s a cultural destination. With a year-long programme of events planned, the legendary restaurant is just getting started.

At Watches & Wonders, Baume & Mercier introduces its Joia collection, celebrating femininity through refined craftsmanship and heritage design. Alongside this, the Riviera line continues to evolve, flowing in the evergreen legacy of Maison’s balance between tradition and modernity.