From what to know and wear, to new drops, hot openings, must-watch shows, and the ultimate spot to dine – Esquire Weekly is your go-to reference.
What to know?
Mark your calendars, Dubai Fashion Week (DFW) is back from 1–6 September 2025, reclaiming its position as the first stop on the global fashion calendar. Held at Dubai Design District (d3), a creative haven celebrating over a decade of influence, the Spring/Summer 2026 edition is expected to make serious waves.
The last season gave us international glitz with appearances from top models and a blockbuster finale by Indian design legend Manish Malhotra. February’s show also spotlighted new-gen Arab creatives like Les Benjamins, while global names like Paolo Sebastian added cross-continental flair. Expect more front-row action, immersive installations, and fresh regional talent ready to redefine what Middle Eastern fashion means on the world stage.
What to wear?
Right on time for the French Open, Lacoste just dropped its Roland-Garros 2025 collection, a masterclass in sporty elegance. Worn by icons like Novak Djokovic and Daniil Medvedev, the line blends breathable tech fabrics with clay-inspired prints that pay homage to the iconic courts. Think seamless silhouettes built for movement, with a touch of French finesse.
Off the court, it’s all about statement nostalgia. From uniforms worn by ball crews to a retro-tinged lifestyle collection, every piece channels vintage poster vibes. The real ace? The debut of the Authentic Clay Capsule, featuring a shade meticulously matched to the tournament’s signature surface. Performance meets panache.
New drops?
Jacquemus keeps it clean and chic with The Tennis Sneakers, a fresh drop that merges minimalism with retro court style.
Crafted from soft suede, the shoes feature an almond toe, flat laces, and understated branding with an embossed Jacquemus logo on the tongue and heel.
On tour?
After a sold-out LA show at the YouTube Theater, Lebanese-Armenian maestro Guy Manoukian is taking his genre-bending sound across the States. LA saw a crowd of nearly 3,000 rise to their feet for a show that blended Levantine melodies with classical finesse.
The energy stayed high in NYC at the Paramount Brooklyn Theater, where Guy’s cultural crossover had Arabs and Americans vibing in unison. With Live Nation backing the tour, expect more unforgettable nights celebrating identity, rhythm, and cross-cultural unity through music.
New concerts?
Mark Friday, December 5, because Elyanna and Post Malone are teaming up for a genre-defying show at Etihad Park during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix After-Race Concerts. The 23-year-old Palestinian-Chilean rising star is back in the UAE after her Coldplay collab, bringing her unique Arab-Latin-pop fusion to one of the capital’s biggest stages.
She’s in good company. With Benson Boone, Metallica, and Katy Perry also on the Yasalam lineup, this is shaping up to be the ultimate music-meets-motorsport weekend. Head to abudhabigp.com if you’re planning to secure your golden ticket, these shows are known to sell out fast.
What to watch?
Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning is out now. With Tom Cruise at full throttle and Hayley Atwell joining the fray, the stakes are as sky-high as ever.
This eighth and final chapter sees the IMF team battling a rogue AI that threatens all of mankind. It’s big, bold, and made for the kind of next-gen cinema experience only IMAX can deliver, think 4K Laser Projection, custom-built sound, and a screen that pulls you straight into the action. It’s the last ride for Ethan Hunt, and it deserves the IMAX treatment.
Catch Mission: Impossible – The Final Reckoning in the best IMAX treatment at VOX Cinemas, Mall of the Emirates
New development?
At the 78th Cannes Film Festival, Saudi Arabia’s Cultural Development Fund (CDF) gathered the film elite for a game-changing roundtable titled “Collaborate and Invest: Shaping the Future of the Film Industry.” With key producers, financiers, and studios present, the conversation was all about smarter investment and sustainable growth in the region’s booming cinema scene.
The big reveal? A new financial excellence framework that simplifies funding access for local and global film creatives. We’re talking faster application turnaround times, crystal-clear eligibility guidelines, and an integrated digital system that takes the guesswork out of getting support. All part of Saudi Arabia’s wider Vision 2030 plan to diversify the economy and place culture at its center.