Janet Jackson

JJ proves that a little junk in the trunk does a dress good. This figure -hugging electric purple silk mermaid dress by Donatella Versace hugs Miss Janet in all the right places, with the plunging V neckline drawing the eye to the body’s centre.

Queen Rania

Dressed to meet a fellow Royal, Queen Rania reminds us (as if we could forget) that she just can’t get it wrong. A printed shift dress, cinched at the waist with a narrow belt and worn under a tailored jacket, is dignified and very on-trend.

Objects of Desire

Lanvin Bib Necklace

One of the hottest trends carrying over from seasons past is the statement necklace. Generally chunky and adorned with oversized jewels in geometric shapes, these necklaces can literally transform an ordinary dress into a show-stopping outfit. Lanvin’s offering of statement necklaces top the must-have lists of every in-the-know fashion lover. Designer Alber Elbaz melds architectural techniques with industrial aspirations to create feminine pieces that make a strong impact. While the jewellery may technically fit into the costume category, these necklaces are anything but imposters. The staggering price tags are justified by the rarity of the materials used to construct each piece, including antique brass plaques, Swarovski crystals, iridescent glass and gunmetal cones. The pairing of any one of these power pieces over a monochromatic evening ensemble or atop a plain old T-shirt will bring a bit of luxe into everyday life. (Lanvin, The Dubai Mall, 4-3308008)