From what to know and wear, to new drops and the ultimate spots to dine, Esquire Weekly is your go-to guide.
The Celebrity Crush
Tahar Rahim brought effortless tailored elegance to the 69th BFI London Film Festival this October, attending the premiere of Alpha in a striking Louis Vuitton outfit. Rahim wore a brown single-breasted coat with a purple silk shirt, purple pleated pants, a black tie and black loafers. He also wore a blue dial steel Tambour watch.
The Fragrance
With MYSLF L’ABSOLU, YSL Beauty invites us into a new era of feel-good intensity: radiant, daring, and unapologetically hedonistic. This is the scent of now: luminous, expressive, and electric with joy.
Crafted by perfumers Daniela Andrier, Christophe Raynaud, and Antoine Maisondieu, this fragrance redefines what “absolu” can mean. Instead of being heavy or ornate, MYSLF L’ABSOLU glows from within, infused with invigorating ginger, cool spices, and a brilliant bergamot vert essence that captures the crispness of harvest’s first fruit.
At the heart, orange blossom blooms in full force, a tailor-made absolute, enriched by a crystalline floral accord sourced from YSL’s own Ourika Gardens. And at the base, warmth radiates through Indonesian patchouli, specially harvested in collaboration with fair-trade programs, giving the scent its sensual, woody signature. It’s Esquire Weekly’s fragrance of the week.
The Headphones
With a long history of audio-visual craftsmanship, Loewe is once again dialling up the volume by introducing leo – its first-ever over-ear headphones.
Marking a bold new chapter in its legacy, Loewe leo unites state-of-the-art technology, cutting-edge AI, and timeless design and, to celebrate its arrival, Loewe has unveiled DJ and producer David Guetta as a new global ambassador, teaming up with football icon Kylian Mbappé who joined the brand last year. By uniting two heavyweights from music and sport, Loewe reaffirms its vision of transcending boundaries through sound.
Available in midnight blue and moonlight beige, Loewe Leo features a contemporary yet timeless aesthetic. Think anodised aluminium frames, leather cushions, and ergonomics designed for both durability and comfort. The headphones also boast an impressive list of technical specifications. Experience true-to-source sound, crystal-clear highs, and deep bass with high-performance drivers and the Texas Instruments SoundPlus amplifier.
Featuring adaptive noise cancellation, transparency mode, and support for Hi-Res Audio Wireless, Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos, and Bluetooth LE Audio, Loewe leo adapts seamlessly to every environment.
The Accessories
In its latest evolution, Bil Arabi introduces Kayan, a bold new line within its Silver Collection – a celebration of identity, individuality, and the essence of being. Named after the Arabic word for “being,” Kayan invites wearers to embrace their full selves, every contradiction, every complexity, every layer.
Each piece fuses two identical Arabic letters into a single mirrored form, a subtle yet striking metaphor for internal balance and duality. With its roots in modern Arab culture and a spirit of unfiltered expression, Kayan transforms jewelry into a personal manifesto – a symbol not of conformity, but of owning who you are.
The culinary experience
Dubai’s 3Fils is flipping into story mode, in celebration of the launch of the long-awaited game Ghost of Yōtei, in collaboration with Playstation Arabia. Happening this weekend, this is not a themed menu. It’s a fully immersive culinary experience built around the game’s narrative, landscape, and mood.
The centrepiece of the experience is an exclusive Chef’s Table that follows the journey of Ghost of Yōtei’s central character, Atsu. Each course is tied to a specific moment in his path, told through ingredients, technique, and plating. Expect bold fire, nuanced flavor, and dishes grounded in the seasonal ingredients of Hokkaido.
A selection of specially developed Hokkaido-inspired dishes will run throughout the day for all diners. These plates, available for a limited time, bring a Japanese winter mood into the Dubai heat, with the balance and detail 3Fils is known for.
This is a rare collaboration where the concept goes deeper than surface-level design. An experience you don’t want to miss
The Eyewear
The Montblanc Fall-Winter 2025 Eyewear Collection speaks to heritage and precision in equal measure. Drawing inspiration from the iconic nib of the Maison’s legendary fountain pens, this new line delivers sharp silhouettes and luxurious finishes that seamlessly transition from boardroom to boulevard.
Clean lines, functional shapes, and elevated details define the collection: a testament to craftsmanship and contemporary design. Each frame is a modern heirloom, merging Montblanc’s legacy with today’s taste for quiet luxury.
The Hoodie
Celebrating 30 years of iconic status, the Gap Arch Logo Hoodie returns this October as both a nostalgic throwback and a renewed symbol of global culture. Since 1995, this fleece staple has been a blank canvas for creators and communities alike: a unifying piece that has transcended generations, genres, and geographies.
The Arch Logo Hoodie has been a canvas for self-expression and creativity, worn by musicians, creators, and fans around the world as a symbol of comfort, confidence, and original style.
To mark the anniversary, Gap is spotlighting the hoodie’s legacy as a cultural touchstone, the garment that turned comfort into confidence, and streetwear into a universal language.
The Initiative
From October 16 to November 16, Dubai Cares brings back Taste of Giving, a nationwide culinary campaign with global impact. Uniting the UAE’s most beloved restaurants and food brands, the initiative pledges proceeds from meals and products to fund school feeding programs around the world.
Every dirham raised provides a nutritious meal for a child, a small act with profound effects. With over 73 million primary students attending school hungry, this campaign turns dining into a form of direct action, proving that the F&B sector can be a powerful driver of social good.
The Store
Marking its 35th anniversary, Sacoor Brothers recently revamped its Dubai Mall flagship store, introducing a refreshed retail concept that blends timeless elegance with contemporary sophistication. Rooted in Portuguese heritage and known for refined tailoring and attention to detail, the brand continues its evolution with a renewed focus on lifestyle, experience, and identity.
The new space features soft cream tones, warm woods, and organic textures, creating a calm, elevated setting where fashion and lifestyle meet. Thoughtful lighting and clean merchandising highlight the garments and fabric quality, while touches of sky blue add a subtle modernity.
A refined update to the iconic greyhound logo introduces a more streamlined identity, bridging Sacoor Brothers’ legacy with its future-forward direction.
The Terrace
As temperatures fall, KIRA reopens its signature terrace: a lush oasis with uninterrupted views of the Burj Al Arab. Redesigned with vibrancy in mind, the space now plays host to a collaboration with Ruinart, featuring its celebrated Blanc de Blancs Champagne.
From now until October 24, guests can enjoy a glass of bubbly with a curated bite from KIRA’s Japanese-Mediterranean menu, available from 5pm to 8pm daily. On World Champagne Day, the celebration extends all day, offering a sparkling toast in one of Dubai’s most coveted al fresco settings. Think golden hour, artful plates, and cocktails kissed by the sea breeze. Esquire Weekly recommends.
The Restaurant
Above Eleven continues its immersive tasting journey Journey Through Nikkei with the second chapter, Integration, this October. Head Chef Erick Alonso explores how the second generation of Japanese immigrants in Peru preserved culinary tradition through invention, opening cafés and street food stalls that blended their heritage with local flavours.
The result? Dishes steeped in Japanese soul, crafted in Peruvian soil. Highlights include Pulpo al Olivo, octopus in purple olive mayo; Pan con Pescado, a street snack reimagined with tempura technique; and Lomo Saltado, a wok-tossed classic of soy-marinated beef and aji amarillo. It’s not just a meal: it’s a story told course by course.