90’s Rib Strap Dress · FARFETCH

THE OCTOBER SELECTION / 01

COURRÈGES

The shape of now

It takes a confident designer to make such a simple dress feel completely new. Courrèges turns the close-fitting ribbed silhouette into something architectural: a square neckline, fine straps and a graphic band across the chest. The deep red tone does much of the work. Rather than chasing an obvious eveningwear formula, this is a dress that moves from gallery opening to dinner with little more than a change of shoes. Its strength lies in line, not decoration.

Why now: Style it with the pared-back NEOUS sandals further down the edit and let the colour carry the look.

Long Fringed Satin Skirt · FARFETCH

THE OCTOBER SELECTION / 02

DOLCE & GABBANA

Movement as an accessory

There is something cinematic about fringe when it is done with conviction. Dolce & Gabbana’s black satin skirt uses double-layered strands to create movement with every step, balancing the drama with an otherwise controlled shape. The precise waistband keeps the silhouette defined while the texture shifts it straight into evening territory. What looks like a statement purchase is surprisingly easy to style: a crisp white shirt or an understated black top is all this piece really needs.

Why now: For Dubai evenings, let the skirt do the talking. Keep the upper half uncomplicated and finish with minimal jewellery.

Medium Soft Swipe Bag · FARFETCH

THE OCTOBER SELECTION / 03

COPERNI

A curve worth carrying

Few accessories make such a compelling argument for contemporary design as Coperni’s Swipe bag. The elongated oval, strong shoulder line and integrated zip take the everyday black bag somewhere much more interesting. The leather gives softness to what could otherwise feel severe. This is the sort of accessory that changes the proportions of an outfit without relying on hardware or a prominent logo. With an evening skirt or simple denim, the effect is modern and quietly precise.

Why now: Consider this the everyday anchor of the edit: a statement in shape, not in volume.

Mondor Kitten-Heel Sandals · FARFETCH

THE OCTOBER SELECTION / 04

NEOUS

A little sculpture for your feet

NEOUS understands how to make minimalism interesting. The Mondor sandal is built around slender cream leather straps, a low heel and a tiny architectural detail at the toe. The result is almost weightless but still unmistakably designed. We like fashion pieces that look beautifully simple from a distance and reveal their intelligence up close. These sandals do exactly that. They soften a structured skirt, sharpen relaxed trousers and make the simplest slip dress look deliberate.

Why now: October in Dubai calls for a shoe that works outside, not one waiting for winter. This is the clever answer.

Knoll Abstract Earrings · FARFETCH

THE OCTOBER SELECTION / 05

COMPLETEDWORKS

Jewellery as a small work of art

Jewellery becomes particularly compelling when it feels less like a finishing touch and more like an idea. Completedworks approaches these earrings as miniature sculptures, shaping recycled silver into rounded, softly irregular volumes. They reflect light without becoming predictable sparkle, which makes them especially useful for real wardrobes rather than just a styled photograph. A clean neckline, pulled-back hair and one distinctive piece are often enough.

Why now: Wear these with the Courrèges dress for an architectural evening look, or use them to make plain shirting feel personal.