Simply Abu Dhabi Magazine XXIII

shades, from black to red to pale pink, and the traditional Sicily bags in crocodile, python or iguana-print leather are featured. Unique versions include a vintage TV, bookcase or Cinderella theme. Brand new for autumn 2016 is the Lucia bag: elegant and chic with refined details, it has a special clasp typical of fascinating vintage trunks. The Lucia bag comes in polished calf leather in a wide range of colours and is lined in leather in a contrasting colour. This season there is also a micro version of the Sicily bag and Vanda bag with a Plexiglass kiss- lock clasp, brocade base, and appliqué details. Reflecting the motifs and moods of a fabulous world, they are an absolute dream for any woman who chooses to wear them. Besides the magical aura created by ornate Swarovski crystal appliqués, details and refined embellishments embroidered or hand painted as well as countless stars, sceptres, crowns and floral decorations, there are also the amusing patches of the designers, Zambia and the entire DG Family. In recent years it seems Dolce & Gabbana have decide not to give in to the pressure to overhaul their collections with a radically different look every season and instead are writing chapters in their own playbook. And what fun they’re having. Their humour and sense of fun has been fully let loose on the details and accessories this season – in the glittery beaded patches on dresses and novelty sweaters showing the SevenDwarfs, toadstools, chandeliers, cats, and tailor mice, and in box bags made in the shape of castles and pumpkins. Even, in one case, on a vanity bag with a mirror scrawled with the words Who is the most beautiful? Me! Given that Dolce &Gabbana have an entire line of ball gowns in their Alta Moda Couture collection this line is a more playful, lighthearted item- and accessory-packed ready-to-wear collection. The designers said it was inspired by “the new generation of princesses who are not only independent, but possess a keen perspective and point of view.” One presumes they all lived happily ever after.