Showing posts with label Qatar. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Qatar. Show all posts

Sunday, June 28, 2015

Qatari Royale


The weather in the DC Metro area has been wild. Basically, all of California's rain has been rerouted here, meanwhile all the expected spring to summer drizzles are still occurring. I tried think back to when the weather was a little more steady (versus hot days, stormy nights) and I recalled my visit to Qatar. 

One of the many activities I did while in the Middle East this past March was attend the Qatar International Food Festival. Along with my dear friend, Stik, I watched a live cooking show, ate Arabic ice cream, gift shopped, and enjoyed the sun. Although I didn't participate, there was a sold out Dinner In the Sky experience, too. Very intriguing!

The man sitting above is a jewelry vendor. While he makes bracelets out of gum tree, he sings. Stik often sees and hears him in the souk, so she wanted me to hear his songs. (One in particular, but he didn't end up singing that tune.) What's interesting is that I purchased some bracelets from his son in the souk a day or so prior––I'll tell you about those soon! Together they have a very successful family business, I'd say!

xo | din

PxSx The dhows that are anchored are there for historical purposes. In their former life, these boats were used for sailing, fishing, or transporting goods.

cardigan | Staring at the Stars
maxi dress | Topshop
sandals | Mix No. 6
bag | Mossimo

Tuesday, May 19, 2015

[Reformed] Mallrat


These joggers are another purchase from River Island's Doha, Qatar location. Although it's possible to shop online, it was fun to actually visit one of the stores––yes, even though it was in a mall! I've definitely grown out of the "let's go to the mall" phase. (Growing up in central Washington, there really wasn't much else to do!) My preference is small boutique stores or shopping online. I'd choose either of these over a mall any day!

How about you? How do you get your fashion fix––malls or online shopping?

xo | din

If you grew up cruising the mall like me, check out this article from The Atlantic (Feb. 2015) on how malls in America are taking a shift.

bowler hat | boohoo.com
cardigan | H&M
tank |  Socialite (try this style)
joggers | River Island (Doha, Qatar)
heels | Jessica Simpson

photos | cindylou
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