Happy UAE National Day!

Salam everyone! Insha'Allah you are all well.

So, the United Arab Emirates celebrates its 38th National Day tomorrow December 2nd. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is comprised of seven emirates: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Fujeirah, Umm Quwain and Ras al Khaimah. For the past three decades, the UAE has had many socio-economic achievements that started out with a development of human resources and by cultural and economical expansions that have led to the strength and stability of the nation today. The UAE stands out among the Arab countries as the most modern and stable and this is all due to the leadership of the late Sheikh Zayed Bin Sultan Al Nahyan, Allah yrhamah. After it's independence on December 2, 1971, thirty-eight years ago, the UAE was created and ruled by the late Sheikh Zayed. It has been five years since his passing, but Sheikh Zayed's impressive legacy lives on through his nation's citizens and can be seen by generations to come, Insha'Allah, through the nation's accomplishments.

UAE National Day will be celebrated with 61 events highlighting UAE history, culture and achievements. Citizens already jump started the holiday today by decorating cars and celebrating with a parade. Here is a clip of the parade that was held today:



And of course, nothing in the Arab world is complete without..... a message from Nancy Ajram! lol Enjoy!




-Princess

"Zuhair Murad is so dope"

is what Kim Kardashian tweeted yesterday while getting ready for the 2010 Teen Choice Awards. Kim K. wore a gorgeously embellished slinky, one-shoulder mini dress from Lebanese designer, Zuhair Murad. She accessorized her outfit with sky high black platforms and a simple black clutch.

For us Muslimahs, this look is great for an all-girls get together; I would have probably wore this dress with black tights cuz it's super short!

Zuhair Murad is one of my favorite designers. His dresses are all unique, feminine, glamorous and beautiful. Zuhair Murad is based in Beirut, Lebanon and much of his style influences come from the very city he is from, "Everything is unique here you see," Murad said during an interview with CNN. He also reveals, "The woman is the first thing that inspired me." She's always well-dressed, even on the street, even if she wears jeans or a T-shirt, she's always perfect."

Here is an interview Zuhair Murad had with CNN in Beirut. The first portion of the clip is an unrelated video showing art in Oman, which is also very beautiful to see, but the interview with Murad begins right after. Enjoy!

Nadine Labaki

Lebanese actress and director, Nadine Labaki is the new face of the Olay Total Effects campaign. Masha'Allah, how gorgeous is she?! I luved her in the movie Caramel (Sukkar Banat), which she directed and starred in and which became the most internationally acclaimed Lebanese movie so far. The movie is really good, if you haven't seen it you definitely should! The film follows five Lebanese women and the issues they are dealing with. Here is the commercial with Nadine from the Olay campaign followed by the trailer for Caramel (it starts after ten seconds of fuzziness lol.

Nancy Ajram: "Fi Hagat"

In just four months, Lebanese super star singer, Nancy Ajram's new video, "Fi Hagat," has become the very first Arabic music video to have hit 10 million views on YouTube! It has now superseded the 10 million mark, take a look for yourself. What do you think of the video?

The Higher the Better

Christian Louboutin, my ALL TIME FAVORITE designer when it comes to shoes, spoke to FabTV about his favorites and must-haves. Check it out!

The Right Shades for Your Face

Love wearing sunglasses but can't decide which shape best suits your face? Watch this video from FabTV.

Let Your Imagination Soar

Gene Wilder as Willy Wonka in the classic, Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. This song is adorable!