Middle East

Budreya Faisal: Pioneering A New Era For Women’s Football In The Middle East

Budreya Faisal: Pioneering A New Era For Women’s Football In The Middle East

In this inspiring episode of Leading Ladies of the Middle East, we go behind the scenes at Banaat FC, the UAE’s pioneering all-women football club, with its visionary founder and president Budreya Faisal. Discover how this Egyptian-Emirati entrepreneur went from studying graphic design to becoming a trailblazer in Middle Eastern sports, launching her own football club and breaking barriers for women in the region. Budreya shares her career journey, the challenges she faced, and her mission to empower the next generation of female athletes in the Arab world.
The Woman Behind The Middle East’s Entertainment Boom

The Woman Behind The Middle East’s Entertainment Boom

Welcome back to the SheerLuxe Middle East podcast. On this episode, Georgie Coleridge Cole is joined by Sonal Vara-Parmar, CEO of IAM Entertainment, the region's first female-led entertainment company. First, we discuss Sonal’s unique heritage and upbringing in Zambia, her transition from London to New...

Celebrating Women In Motorsport At Formula E Jeddah

Celebrating Women In Motorsport At Formula E Jeddah

In this episode of SheerLuxe Middle East, we dive into the world of Formula E in Jeddah. Join us for an action-packed day, where we celebrate women in leadership and motorsport with a special brunch featuring 25 incredible women in business. Our guest of honour,...

Fashion Month Favourites & Best Middle Eastern Brands

Fashion Month Favourites & Best Middle Eastern Brands

In this episode of the SheerLuxe Middle East podcast, editor-in-chief Tamara Jabi is joined by 3 stylish women who are officially joining the SL ME team as contributing fashion editors. Hebah Baker, a fashion buyer with over a decade of experience working with some of...

Empowering Women in Finance: The Rise of Cryptocurrency and Blockchain

Empowering Women in Finance: The Rise of Cryptocurrency and Blockchain

On this episode of SL Middle East, we dive into the fascinating world of cryptocurrency with industry experts Rachel and Frederica from Binance. First we breakdown what cryptocurrency is and how it works, before going on to discuss the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrency and its...

48 Hours In Doha: Luxury Shopping, Exploring Qatar & 100 Carat Diamonds

48 Hours In Doha: Luxury Shopping, Exploring Qatar & 100 Carat Diamonds

In this episode of 48 Hours, Georgie Coleridge Cole, Elaine Lloyd-Jones & Tamara Jabi explore Doha, Qatar, immersing themselves in its dynamic fashion and cultural scene. First, the team dives into Doha’s luxury shopping scene at Place Vendôme Mall where they share their top fashion...

A Day In The Life Of Dima Ayad At Dubai Fashion Week

A Day In The Life Of Dima Ayad At Dubai Fashion Week

In this episode, we spend the day with Dima Ayad, creative director of Dima Ayad and founder of DAC Communications, as she prepares for her highly anticipated show at Dubai Fashion Week. From last-minute preparations and model fittings to the excitement of a live performance...

Dipesh Depala On His Secrets To Success & The Evolution Of The Luxury Landscape In The Middle East

Dipesh Depala On His Secrets To Success & The Evolution Of The Luxury Landscape In The Middle East

This week on the SheerLuxe Middle East podcast, Georgie Coleridge Cole is joined by Dipesh Depala. The two talk about Dipesh’s early life, including what it was like to grow up in Dubai, the experience of losing his father at a young age, and the...

Dubai Bling, J.Lo’s Style Inspiration & Middle East Fashion Trends

Dubai Bling, J.Lo’s Style Inspiration & Middle East Fashion Trends

This week on the SheerLuxeMiddle East podcast, Tamara Jabi is joined by Maya Williams and Lulu Dahmash for a conversation in London. The trio dives into the latest from the region – from exciting new hotel and restaurant openings to the designers making waves right...

Bicester Village Fashion Challenge: Jil Sander, Self-Portrait, Aquazzura & Anine Bing

Bicester Village Fashion Challenge: Jil Sander, Self-Portrait, Aquazzura & Anine Bing

Every discerning fashion girl knows Bicester Village is the ultimate spot to score some designer savings. But these days, the Oxfordshire destination offers so much more than just fashion – from its 160 boutiques to luxury restaurants, VIP experiences to personal shopping, it’s the day...

Luxury Dubai Home Tour

Luxury Dubai Home Tour

Designer and lighting specialist Carla Baz invites us into her stunning single-storey home in Jumeirah. Featuring a tranquil private pool, a charming courtyard, and an impressive collection of art and sculptures, her home is a harmonious blend of contemporary design and personal touches. Watch on...