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PLESTIA ALAQAD TO APPEAR IN A PALESTINIAN HORROR FILM
Gazan journalist Plestia Alaqad is stepping into a new role. She’s set to make her acting debut in The Visitor, a Palestinian horror film by Rolla Selbak, produced by Watermelon Pictures. The film reimagines folklore through a psychological lens, following a Jerusalem family haunted by a ghouleh, a mythic demon symbolizing generational trauma and silenced fear. With filming set to begin in Jordan in 2026, The Visitor signals a new direction for Palestinian cinema and for Alaqad.
ISTITUTO MARANGONI RIYADH APPOINTS INGIE CHALHOUB AS A MENTOR
Istituto Marangoni Riyadh has announced fashion powerhouse Ingie Chalhoub as a special mentor for its inaugural class, marking a milestone collaboration between the renowned Italian institute and the Etoile Group. As the founder and president of one of the Middle East’s most influential luxury retail empires, Chalhoub brings four decades of experience to students enrolled in fashion design, management, and communication programs at the new Riyadh campus in KAFD’s Creative District. Her mentorship will include talks, lectures, and workshops designed to bridge creative vision with business acumen. Supported by Saudi Arabia’s Fashion Commission, the initiative not only strengthens the Kingdom’s growing fashion ecosystem but also ensures that local talent has direct access to world-class industry insight and opportunity.
MR PORTER AND DRAKE’S LAUNCH AN EXCLUSIVE CAPSULE COLLECTION IN SUPPORT OF MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH
MR PORTER has teamed up with British menswear label Drake’s for an exclusive capsule collection that blends polished tailoring with off-duty ease. Created in support of MR PORTER’s Health in Mind initiative, the collaboration spotlights men’s mental health and the strength found in community. Profits from the first month of sales will go to Movember, reinforcing the collection’s message of connection and care. Expect Drake’s signature mix of Savile Row heritage and weekend casuals — from rugby shirts and lambswool knits to a standout shearling car coat — styled with the kind of quiet confidence that defines modern British cool.
PIAGET STAGED A SPECIAL HIGH JEWELRY SHOW IN ABU DHABI
Piaget brought its signature audacity to Abu Dhabi this week with Shapes of Extraleganza, a high jewelry showcase held in partnership with the Abu Dhabi Investment Office. Staged at Erth, the event unveiled Piaget’s latest chapter in its creative trilogy, inspired by the Maison’s vibrant 1960s and ‘70s spirit. This year’s edition paid tribute to the brand’s artistic legacy, reimagining bold shapes and sculptural forms through a contemporary lens. With the unveiling of an Abu Dhabi-exclusive design honoring the city’s maritime roots, Shapes of Extraleganza cemented Piaget’s place in the region’s cultural landscape.
SWAROVSKI’S ‘MASTERS OF LIGHT’ EXHIBITION LANDS IN HOLLYWOOD
Swarovski brings its century-long sparkle to Hollywood with Masters of Light – Hollywood, the latest stop in its global exhibition celebrating 130 Years of Joy. Curated by Alexander Fury and envisioned by Creative Director Giovanna Engelbert, the showcase takes over Los Angeles’ Amoeba Music, transforming it into a glittering time capsule of fashion, film, and pop culture. Iconic crystal-studded moments — from Marilyn Monroe’s gown to stage looks worn by Beyoncé, Madonna, and Lady Gaga — trace the brand’s role in shaping stardom itself. Alongside archival treasures, visitors can explore Engelbert’s avant-garde jewelry couture from the Met Gala and even a limited-edition Erewhon collaboration.
