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NEW PERSPECTIVES Qatar SPECIALSPECIAL for a spring awakeningfor a spring awakening SPRING 2021 QR30 HBQA_021_000_Cover_11579863.indd 115/03/2021 03:01:58 PMROB AL TAMIRANO BIANCA BRIGITTE BONOMI, EDITOR EDIT OR ’ S LE T TER ow are you? A simple question posed of three little words and yet one that can elicit a myriad of replies. Of late, the overriding response is one of uncertainty. Conversations that begin positively soon turn to frustration – things are moving again, but not quickly enough. We are in a fortunate position in Qatar, in a country that has recorded one of the lowest Covid-19 mortality rates in the world due to the comprehensive measures put in place by the government, and we are making great strides in the vaccination phase. So why is it that oftentimes many of us are still struggling to feel ok? The psychology of motivation offers us some clues. Remote working, detachment, inertia, and a lack of autonomy all play a role. At the same time, research suggests that motivation plummets halfway through a task. One year on since the start of the global pandemic, and we are fed up. If we see Coronavirus as a journey, however, our perception of progress depends on how we measure it. What we need now is a change in perspective, a shift from how long the road is ahead, to how much distance we have already covered; and to focus on stories that can help guide, inspire, and unite us. We can no longer let Covid-19 dominate our thoughts and conversations, cloud over what it is we aspire to, rob us of our dreams or ambitions. As we celebrate International Women’s Day with a special feature focused on Qatar’s pioneering females, we hear stories from a cacophony of brilliant, successful women. As Fatma Al Remaihi, CEO of Doha Film Institute tells Bazaar, “When we stay strong and inspired and continue to push boundaries, we reach our highest potential.” (Pearls of Wisdom, p.38) For composer Dana Al Fardan, cutting out the peripheral noise is crucial. “The only barrier between us and our dreams is internal. Once we access the voice within we unlock a source of strength and infi nite possibility.” For artist Bouthayna Al Muftah, “no amount of diffi culty should get in the way of achieving the things we are most passionate about. As many have said before me, nothing worth having in life comes easy.” H 4 Qatar Special Spring 2021 HBQA_021_010_Eds Letter_11518273.indd 415/03/2021 03:04:14 PMFeels unique. Salwa Beach Resort feels like nowhere else. #HiltonSBR Hilton Salwa Beach Resort & Villas is an unparalleled destination with world-class facilities where you can enjoy the comfort of beach villas, rooms and suites. Explore exquisite dining experiences and the largest water park in Qatar - Desert Falls Water and Adventure Park. Feels like it ’s time for you to book your next holiday. www.salwabeachresort.qa 6 Qatar Special Spring 2021 CONTENTS THE LIST 9 Heavy Metal 10 The Beauty List THE FASHION 13 10 Things 21 At Work 22 The Grand Bazaar 44 Spring Awakening 60 The Golden Age 72 Into the Wild THE NEWS 28 The Future of Fashion 31 The Qatari Muse 32 Casa Johara 35 Sustainability meets Style 36 Vintage Value 37 From Catwalk to Qatar THE INTERVIEW 38 Pearls of Wisdom THE JEWELS 84 Fast Track 92 Brilliant Bijoux THE BEAUTY 94 Conscious Beauty 96 Garden of Earthly Delights YOUR LIFE 104 The Doha Diaries 106 The Escape 110 The Culture 114 The Finishing Touch COVER Ravleen Varghese shot by Francesco Scotti. Ravleen wears: Skirt, QR20,530; Top, QR8,080; Headpiece, POA, all Paco Rabanne. Styling by Anna Castan. Handbag, Prada. From a selection at Villaggio Mall HBQA_021_006_ToC_11579712.indd 615/03/2021 04:36:50 PMPHOTOGRAPHY BY FRANCESCO SCOTTI. STYLING BY ANNA CAST AN Embrace a fresh perspective as hope meets heroism in Spring’s brave new landscape WE L C OM E TO TH E ISSUE Dress, QR6,425; Philosophy Di Lorenzo 7 Qatar Special Spring 2021 HBQA_021_007_Welcome_11579862.indd 715/03/2021 03:32:42 PMPHOTOGRAPHY : JASPER ABELS. STYLING: SIMONE SNIEKERS. MANICURE: DANIEL SMEDEMAN. PRICES APPROXIMA TE GG Running diamond Ring, QR10,500, Gucci. Ecrou de Cartier Rings, all Cartier. Serpenti Tubogas Watch, POA, Bvlgari. T1 wide diamond Bangle, Tiffany & Co. Datejust Watch, POA, Rolex Wait It’s time to upgrade your acce ssor ies ga me wi th a ‘m or e is m or e’ m an tr a fo r 20 21 H E AV Y M ET AL 9 Qatar Special Spring 2021 HBQA_021_009_ListHeavyMetal_11518276.indd 915/03/2021 01:09:07 PMNext >