Simply Abu Dhabi XXXVI

FOUNDER & CO-FOUNDER’ S LETTER Arnie S Hira – Co-Founder Arnie.Hira@simplyabudhabi.com Jordana Imogen Lynch – Co-Founder Jordana.lynch@simplyabudhabi.com ترشع و شیع सुख 奢侈品 Lujo Luxe Luxus Lusso Management Team Creative Director: Colin Statham - Colin@simplyabudhabi.com Managing Editor: Nick Rice - Nick@simplyabudhabi.com Contributing Editor: Kerry Smith - kerry@simplyabudhabi.com Time / Jewellery Editor: Nick Rice - Nick@simplyabudhabi.com Car Editor: Damien Reid - Damien@simplyabudhabi.com Property and Yachting Editor: Julia Zaltzman - Julia@simplyabdhabi.com Media Investment Director: Anthony Grundy – anthony.grundy@simplyabudhabi.com Director of Photography: Charn Kamal Singh – charn@simplyabudhabi.com W E L COM E T O S I M P LY A B U DH A B I : “Your Passport to Pure Luxury” Wishing the World: Peace, Prosperity & Progress in 2020 Like our Facebook page via http://www.facebook.com/simplyabudhabi Follow us on instagram via http://www.instagram.com/simplyabudhabi or via the app @simplyabudhabi Images: All photos used in Simply Abu Dhabi are by Getty Images/Shutterstock/GoRunway/ Distribution: Abu Dhabi Media Company Circulation Director: Mr Mohamad Al Zarouni Operation Manger: Mr. Khaled Ibrahim Distribution In charge: Muzammil Sulaiman Disclaimer: The publishers regret that they cannot accept liability for error or omissions contained in this publication, however caused. The opinions and views contained in this publication are not necessarily those of the publishers. Readers are advised to seek specialist advice before acting on the information contained in this publication, which is provided for general and entertainment use and may not be appropriate for the reader’s particular circumstances. The intellectual property and the ownership of trademarks are acknowledged. No part of Simply Abu Dhabi or any parts of the contents thereof may be duplicated or reproduced, saved, stored in a retrieval system or communicated/transmitted in any form without written permission of the publishers. An exemption is hereby granted for extracts used for the purpose of fair and reasonable review. Simply Abu Dhabi Limited HQ is Elizabeth House, Elizabeth Street, Manchester, M8 8JJ, United Kingdom. Born in Abu Dhabi, Designed in Manchester, Distributed throughout the world. Dear l o v e r s o f l uxu r y 5 3 S I M P LY A B U DH A B I A s the door closes on the last decade and before we step into the 2020s, I’d like to express my sincere gratitude to our esteemed audience and luxu y brand partners. I’d also like to thank all our dear friends around the world who are connected to Simply Abu Dhabi and have joined us at some point on our ongoing journey – please join us in celebrating our 9th Birthday with issue 36! Inside this high octane issue your need for speed will be satisfied, as we present an insight to the unforgettable experience that was the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. Our motoring editor Damien Reid’s incisive feature article manages to capture all the excitement of this spectacular annual event. We also get up close and personal with the award-winning designer and brand and product developer, Cyrill Gutsch. He reveals what life is like as Founder and CEO of the environmental organisation, Parley for the Oceans. The luxury watch industry is on the cusp of significant changes in 2020 with the annual trade events SIHH – renamed Watches and Wonder, and Baselworld, now set to run concurrently in the from the end of April into early May. As always, our Horology Editor Nick Rice delivers the ultimate in luxury time piece appreciation, looking at timepieces from Hermes, Bulgari, Chopard and many more. Meanwhile, Simply Fashion goes exclusive with Calie Parese, the exciting new luxury accessories brand from South Africa. As usual Julia Zaltzman takes Simply Property to new heights, illustrating incredible opportunities in Manchester with Beech Holdings, and shrewd opportunities from London to Los Angeles. Then Julia brings us up to date with the latest news in the world of yachting, from the pinnacles of luxury to the most high-tech innovations. Finally, Damien is back with an update on the hottest and most exclusive new automobiles, from Porsche, Alfa Romeo, Bentley and more. As we stand at the dawn of a new decade, our hopes are renewed for a world of peace and prosperity for all. Our deepest gratitude to all our readers and partners, with our sincere wishes for all the blessings life has to offer. With love from the Simply Abu Dhabi family. A rnie SHira Chairman&Co-Founder