Davidoff Hot Water Night lands in Dubai

 In the heat of the night: As the sizzling heat of the day gives way to the warmth of the night, Davidoff Hot Water Night brings you a distinctly masculine touch of charm and sensuality. Discover a unique fragrance and enter a world where the most refined elegance can hide breathtaking depths of passion. Let your instinct take over and unleash a whole new range of sensations.

A mysterious fragrance…

Built around the duality of grey amber and oud wood, Davidoff Hot Water Night is a sensual oriental spicy fragrance. Top notes of black pepper and juniper berries give way to the steadfast strength of cedar wood heart and the mesmerizing voluptuousness of rose absolute.

… dressed in black

Davidoff Hot Water Night’s box catches the eye by its mysterious halo of black and silver finish. It enfolds the iconic Hot Water bottle seductively dressed in black soft-touch material. The dark and sensual flacon is streaked with rays of pure vibrant red glass. This sophisticated design is reminiscent of Davidoff Hot Water Night’s unique blend of refinement and sensuality.

With Davidoff Hot Water Night, discover the scent of intense seduction!

Dubai Shopping Festival starts Thursday.. Let FG10 guide you!

Dubai’s annual shopping festival is all set to dazzle in its 18th year. The 32-day-long fest promises to be a cultural and entertainment extravaganza, showcasing the city’s festive spirit to the world.

Organised by the Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment (DEPE), this year’s Dubai Shopping Festival’s theme is ‘Dubai at its best’, highlighting the city’s superior hospitality.

This year’s DSF will run from January 3 to February 3.

The opening ceremony promises to be a spectacular show that celebrates the city’s culture and heritage. A stunning sound and light show at the Dubai Creek will trace the history of the city.

It will followed by splendid fireworks at the Dubai Creek, Al Seef Street and Festival Promenade.

Dubai retailers have already announced up to 75 per cent discounts on electronics, jewellery, watches, perfumes and textiles.

Apart from discounts and deals, shoppers will also get a chance to win big prizes at raffle draws.

The Dubai Gold and Jewellery Group has announced chances to win gold every day during the fest, and the Lexus Mega Raffle is offering a grand prize of LX50.

The organisers will also line up many international celebrities, designers and artists to add glitz and glam to the fest.

Some of the most notable performers will be guitar legend Slash who will jam with Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators on January 31 at the Dubai Tennis Stadium.

There’s also ghazal maestro Pankaj Udhas  who is scheduled to perform on January 10 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

An insight into the bedouin’s desert life in different Arab countries will be presented at the Festival Promenade. The “World of Souvenirs” and the “Tea Oasis” will be hosted on Al Seef Street, while a sports zone and skill games area will be pitched on Al Rigga Street.

The Creek Park will also come alive with the Kids Festival Park during the entire DSF month.

The Downtown will turn fashionably spectacular by parading the latest in designer finery. A street fashion and make-up show are just some of the many highlights.

The Heritage Village will focus on the traditional lifestyle through numerous stalls of Emirati food and artifacts.

Another highpoint will be the Carnival, which will be held every weekend of the fest, showcasing dancers, percussionists, jugglers, unicyclists, stilt walkers and more.

The Global Village is another major attraction that will allow visitors to explore the various cultures of the world in one place. It also offers a host of entertainment and eating out options.

Another highpoint will be the ‘Big Boys Toys 2013’, which is a three-day luxury and lifestyle exhibition that will start on January 31 at the Atlantis Hotel.

Tiny tots will also be treated to fun events, with the Dubai Dolphinarium organising an exclusive show, and cartoon and circus shows.

The organisers DEPE have also announced their decision to award journalists who cover the fest impressively. Journalists from English or Arabic newspapers and magazines will be judged on categories like best feature, DSF prolific writer, best editorial and design team, and best feature-online portal.

Dates for Dubai Shopping Festival 2013 Announced

- World’s greatest retail festivities to run from 3 January- 3 February 2013

- Iconic festival has welcomed more than 42 million visitors since 1996 with total visitor spend of more than US$27 billion

- Festival runs under its everlasting slogan “One World, One Family, One Festival”

And here it comes!! The 18th edition of the internationally acclaimed Dubai Shopping Festival (DSF) will run from 3 January to 3 February 2013 it was announced today by Dubai Events and Promotions Establishment (DEPE), the Dubai Government entity that organizes the famous event. 

DEPE launched a marketing campaign revolving around the theme of ‘Dubai at its Best’, which builds on the fact that during the 32 days of DSF the city of Dubai presents the best of every thing it has to offer, painting the city in a festive mood with a unique blend of shopping, prizes, promotions and entertainment. It’s a winning combination that has helped to put Dubai firmly on the map as one of the world’s leading retail destinations.  

Dubai now boasts the largest collection of international retail brands in any world city with the exception of London and DSF has become one of the world’s best-loved shopping events with a unique and diverse range of retail experiences - from city and street markets, to traditional souks, to world-class shopping malls. 

As well as tax-free discounted shopping, visitors to Dubai during DSF can look forward to hundreds of events and activities - from international concerts, musicals and shows to sporting, outdoor, and fashion events as well as the ever-popular fireworks over picturesque Dubai Creek. 

More than 70 of the city’s spectacular malls will participate in DSF 2013, with bargains, promotions, sales and special offers.  There are thousands of chances to win daily and weekly prizes organised by participating malls and retailers; with raffle prizes including everything from cars to jewellery to cash.  Shopping during DSF lasts day and night with the highly popular Night Souq, initially introduced in 2003, returns for another year.   

Layali Dubai, a signature DSF event, will entertain visitors during weekends with a series of concerts by local, regional and international musicians; while the DSF Carnival will feature performances by international artists, acrobats, percussionists, dancers and more. In addition, DSF’s spectacular fireworks and laser shows will dazzle Dubai visitors and residents every day during DSF.   

Dubai Fashion has become a must-attend event with high impact stunts such as the world’s longest catwalk and biggest makeover providing plenty of opportunities for entertainment and haute couture.

Always one of DSF’s biggest draws, Global Village will open for festival season. This unique shopping and entertainment destination features pavilions from countries around the world showcasing their unique products and cultures, alongside  entertainment, events, food stalls, rides, sports activities and daily lucky draws. 

Launched in 1996 under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, UAE Vice-President and Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, to position Dubai as a leading tourist destination, Dubai Shopping Festival has stayed true its famous slogan 'One World, One Family, One Festival' and, up to its 2011 edition, has attracted more than 42 million visitors from across the world with a visitor expenditure close to US$27 billion.