HOT AS ICE

In a place like Dubai, standing out from a glamorous crowd is no easy feat. Well, that is unless you’re Bella Hadid. The Palestinian-Dutch supermodel and Chopard ambassador visited the metropolis this week to celebrate the re-opening of the brand’s flagship boutique at the Dubai Mall and release of the new pieces from the Ice Cube Haute Joaillerie capsule collection.

Following the daytime activities at the mall, such as cutting the ribbon to the store’s entrance (wearing ultra-sharp Thierry Mugler ensemble from the 1980s), Hadid joined the nighttime festivities at Al Serkal Avenue – Dubai’s buzzy creative district filled with art galleries, cafés and cultural centres. The Swiss luxury jewellery brand took over the space of Jaipur Rugs and transformed it into Club Chopard for one night only, with a party DJ-ed by the energetic duo Mestiza. The venue was filled with references to the glistening collection - from mirrored walls that resembled the design of the stunning pieces to lollipops that looked like ice cubes.

Entering the room in a vintage couture embellished gown by Lebanese fashion designer Elie Saab and a choker and bracelet from the collection, Hadid strutted down the steps with her singular energy that she became known for on the runways and red carpets around the world. Full of radiance and kindness, the supermodel made the shimmering city shine even brighter than usual.

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Words by Martin Onufrowicz