Vacheron Constantin has drawn inspiration from masterpieces at the Louvre Museum to create a new limited-edition series: Tribute to Great Civilisations. Vacheron Constantin’s latest Métiers d’Art collection – Tribute to Great Civilisations – is a dialogue between horology and antiquity, created in collaboration with the Louvre Museum. Across all four models, the watches transcend their...
Modern brides are shifting from tradition to self-expression, embracing everything from quiet luxury to bold, theatrical style – proving there’s no single way to walk down the aisle. RAMI AL ALI RAMI AL ALI MIRA ZWILLINGER In 2026, bridal fashion has decisively broken free from tradition’s narrow script. Today’s bride isn’t dressing for expectation –...
Inside the transformative world of Spa Social and Crush Fitness. Spa Social and Crush Fitness aren’t just destinations – they are spaces rooted in a powerful, feminine ethos that prioritises connection, confidence and evolution. At their core lies an intentional community that nurtures women not only in their skills but also in their self-worth. The...
Astéria in Bahrain’s Adliya district promises ‘Greek food at its finest’, Liz O’Reilly went along to find out if it delivers. Since its launch just over a year ago, colleagues and friends have been waxing lyrical about Astéria. So, with dining very much back on the menu, I decided it was time to see what...
Drawing on ancestral beauty rituals from across the globe, Cinq Mondes (available through Ali Bin Ali Beauty) approaches skincare as a deeply sensorial and holistic experience. Bridging traditional techniques with modern expertise, the brand invites a more conscious relationship to beauty, where rituals and textures matter as much as results. Delphine Fraignaud, the brand’s CEO,...
OHLALA EXPERIENCED THE MASERATI GRECALE MODENA, DISCOVERING HOW HIGH-PERFORMANCE AND REFINED COMFORT COME TOGETHER IN EVERYDAY DRIVING. With Maserati, elegance is a given – but the Grecale Modena is a luxury SUV that brings it into everyday life. It moves beyond heritage, with a sense of relevance that feels immediate. During our time with it,...
On a visit to Heavenly Spa by Westin, a refurbished venue with the same extraordinary service was what Liz O’Reilly discovered. Sometimes you just need a complete reset and, with the goings on over the last few weeks, I was certainly in that position. So, when an invitation arrived to experience the relaxing treatments at...
This month, OHLALA spoke to Nadine AlShaikh, Founder, curator and artist at Nadine Gallery – Art & Design Lounge, about art and its importance. OHLALA – Before moving into art, you worked in the corporate sector. What do you carry from your previous experiences into your career today?Nadine AlShaikh – It shaped the way I...
The iconic fashion-first movie, The Devil Wears Prada 2, will be released at Bahrain Cineco and EPIX Cinemas tonight (April 29) followed by other leading cinemas across Bahrain tomorrow (April 30). Much to the delight of avid fans, the charming characters of the first movie will be depicted by the all-star cast of the first....
The Doha Jewellery and Watches Exhibition (DJWE) 2026, organised by Qatar Tourism with promotional support from Visit Qatar, will take place from September 28 to October 3 at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Centre (DECC). This year’s edition will bring together an exceptional line-up of leading local and international brands, further cementing its position as...