Dolce and Gabbana’s new range of abayas and sheylas has just hit boutiques across the UAE.
This season, styles oscillate between classic black with heavy sequins and vibrant, head-to-toe Latin-American Mambo prints. Many abayas have an evening feel about them — weighed down with elaborate beading and appliqué flowers. Additional pieces in the collection include jalabiya-style gowns in animal prints with densely embroidered collars and cuffs.
Sheylas and pleated turbans match the colour of most abayas, which flit from salmon pink and ebony to busy ivory-emerald floral patterns. Accessories take the form of bold sunglasses, the lenses of which are framed with Sicilian lace and hand-moulded rose buds. As for bags, Dolce and Gabbana’s classic Sicily model is available in exotic patent skins, bubblegum pink and emerald calfskin.
Also turning heads this season is Dolce and Gabbana’s autumn/winter 2017/18 sneaker range. The shoes are major statement makers and destined to appeal to Millennials far and wide. White pumps are decorated with graffiti and slogans saying, “Dolce is the new black”, “Sorry, I’m the best”, “Bad boy, forever” and “Milano”. Splashed across the toes of many styles are also the words “love” and “amore”, in line with the codes of the maison.
Most eye-catching, however, are the embellishments to the sneakers, which include spike studs, gold coins and pearls, as well as embroidered hearts and musical notes. The trainers are available to pre-order online and will be in stores from next month. For more information click here. Prices on request.
