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Gulf Business
22-07-2025
- Business
- Gulf Business
Emirates launches second upcycled luggage line with materials from retrofitted aircraft
Image: Emirates Aircrafted by Emirates initiative, featuring handmade bags and luggage created from upcycled aircraft materials. The 2025 collection, available now through the Emirates Official Store, follows the sell-out success of the airline's 2023 debut line and is expected to be snapped up by collectors within days. The new drop includes 167 bespoke pieces made from repurposed materials salvaged during Emirates' ongoing aircraft retrofit project. Emirates Aircrafted collection: Here's what makes them special Items include three trolley bag styles — the most in-demand product from the original release — two backpack designs, and two handbags, one of which features fur from the captain's seat. Prices range from $80-350. The products are crafted from elements of the Emirates A380 and Boeing 777 aircraft, including aluminium headrests, leather from First and Business Class seats, and sofas from the A380 onboard lounge. Each item is handmade by a team of 14 dedicated tailors at Emirates Engineering's Dubai facility. These tailors, officially known as engineering maintenance assistants, typically work on interior cabin repairs but have now been fully reassigned to support the growing Aircrafted initiative. So far, more than 30,000 kilogrammes of material have been extracted from 63 aircraft undergoing retrofits. Emirates says all fabric components are industrially laundered and deep-cleaned before production, with leather conditioned and sanitised. Functional zippers and brand-new lining are added to each bag, and some pieces feature Emirates seatbelts as straps. Supporting the Emirates Foundation Proceeds from the collection will go to the Emirates Airline Foundation, supporting children in need. The airline's first Aircrafted collection raised more than $17,000 for the cause. The initiative is part of a The airline is investing billions to upgrade 219 aircraft, including the installation of nearly 4,000 Premium Economy seats, 728 refurbished First Class suites, and more than 5,000 upgraded Business Class seats.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Lauren Sánchez's 'Poetic' Wedding Prep Pic Turns Into A Nightmare After Fans Zoom In: 'The Peasants In The Back'
Lauren Sánchez's 'Poetic' Wedding Prep Pic Turns Into A Nightmare After Fans Zoom In: 'The Peasants In The Back' originally appeared on Parade. s recently offered a glimpse into her extravagant Venice wedding preparations, sharing an Instagram carousel of behind-the-scenes photos on Instagram. The former journalist displayed her stunning Dolce & Gabbana wedding dress, calling it "Not just a gown, a piece of poetry." She extended her gratitude to the design house, adding, "Thank you @dolcegabbana for the magic you made." However, the glamorous snaps quickly drew unexpected attention for what eagle-eyed fans spotted in the background: two unsmiling Dolce & Gabbana atelier tailors. The tailors, dressed in white, pinafore-like smock uniforms, stood in the background of one photo while Sánchez posed. Their presence, and particularly their seemingly somber expressions, struck many social media users as out of place amidst the opulent scene. As the images circulated, online discussions ignited, with many criticizing the inclusion of the workers as a "distasteful display of wealth." The comments section of Sánchez's post spawned reactions from some users. The commenters didn't hold back, pointing out the stark contrast between Sánchez's celebratory mood and the tailors' appearance. "The faces of the women in the background says it all,' one commenter remarked, encapsulating the sentiment of user made a chilling comparison, stating, 'They look like the Twins 👯♀️ in The Shining.' Concerns over the tailors' comfort also surfaced, with one individual noting, 'That's what I thought in that uniform and the heat would be suffocated.' The most pointed criticism came from a user who simply referred to them as 'The peasants in the back." The incident has fueled a broader conversation online about wealth, labor, and the public's perception of luxury. As the Sánchez-Bezos wedding festivities wrap up, this viral moment adds another layer to the narrative surrounding the high-profile event. Lauren Sánchez's 'Poetic' Wedding Prep Pic Turns Into A Nightmare After Fans Zoom In: 'The Peasants In The Back' first appeared on Parade on Jun 30, 2025 This story was originally reported by Parade on Jun 30, 2025, where it first appeared.
CNA
03-07-2025
- Entertainment
- CNA
Secret world of Singapore speakeasies: 8 bars and restaurants to explore
Can you keep a secret? Singapore is home to some unique speakeasies that masquerade as tailor shops, TCM halls and more.
South China Morning Post
16-06-2025
- Business
- South China Morning Post
HK$3 million worth of cash and gold stolen from 2 Hong Kong tailors
Two tailors in Hong Kong's Tsim Sha Tsui were broken into on Monday morning, with HK$3 million (US$382,170) worth of cash and gold stolen. A police spokesman said that at 10.14am, officers received a call from an employee of the shop at 2 Carnarvon Road, stating that the shop's door had been forced open and property was missing. Upon arrival, officers discovered that the neighbouring shop had also been broken into. 'We think the burglar got the key from inside 2 Carnarvon Road to enter the shop on 1A,' a spokesman said. He added that both shops shared the same supervisor, who had discovered the burglaries and reported them. Officers have tallied losses of HK$3 million from the shops, comprising stolen cash, bullion and gold chains.
Entrepreneur
14-06-2025
- Business
- Entrepreneur
The Executive Selection: Style Savvy Brings Personal Styling To UAE Doorsteps
You're reading Entrepreneur Middle East, an international franchise of Entrepreneur Media. Style Savvy, a new luxury tailoring atelier specializing in bespoke suits, shirts, and trousers for both men and women, has opened its first studio in Oud Metha, Dubai. To further elevate the customer experience, Style Savvy's signature mobile tailoring service brings expert tailors directly to clients' homes, offices, or hotels. Style Savvy's offerings include one-on-one consultations, personal shopping, curated fabric selection, and multiple fittings.
