Princess Rajwa dazzles at Windsor Castle meeting with Prince and Princess of Wales

Princess Rajwa of Jordan brought her signature elegance to Windsor Castle on Wednesday when she and her husband, Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah Al-Hashimi, joined the prince and princess of Wales for a royal reunion that officials said underscored the close ties between the British and Jordanian royal families. (X/@RHCJO)
Princess Rajwa of Jordan brought her signature elegance to Windsor Castle on Wednesday when she and her husband, Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah Al-Hashimi, joined the prince and princess of Wales for a royal reunion that officials said underscored the close ties between the British and Jordanian royal families. (X/@RHCJO)
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Updated 15 October 2025

Princess Rajwa dazzles at Windsor Castle meeting with Prince and Princess of Wales

Princess Rajwa dazzles at Windsor Castle meeting with Prince and Princess of Wales
  • The princess, accompanied by her husband Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah Al-Hashimi, was making her first official visit to the UK as Jordan’s future queen
  • Prince William and Princess Kate attended the wedding of Hussein and Rajwa in Amman in June 2023

LONDON: Princess Rajwa of Jordan brought her signature elegance to Windsor Castle on Wednesday when she and her husband, Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah Al-Hashimi, joined the prince and princess of Wales for a royal reunion that officials said underscored the close ties between the British and Jordanian royal families.

Making her first official visit to the UK as Jordan’s future queen, the princess exuded understated glamour in a crisp white shirt under a strapless black bustier, with matching tailored trousers.

The sleek monochrome ensemble, minimalist accessories and her polished brunette locks in a ponytail exemplified the look of modern refinement that has become her hallmark since marrying the prince two years ago.

The royal couples posed for an official photograph inside the royal residence, for which the Princess of Wales wore a tan Roland Mouret suit, a tailored favorite she was first seen wearing in 2023, paired with a cream blouse and a loose, flowing, glossy hairdo.

Earlier, Princess Rajwa joined Princess Eugenie in London to promote a mental health charity. Also on Wednesday, Prince William and Crown Prince Hussein, both of whom are trained helicopter pilots, visited RAF Benson in Oxfordshire, where they met Royal Air Force personnel and were briefed on operations at the base.

The friendship between the princes dates back to 2018 when William, then the Duke of Cambridge, visited Jordan and met Hussein, a fellow graduate of the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst.

William and Kate attended Hussein and Rajwa’s wedding in Amman in June 2023, deepening the personal and official bonds between their families.


Michelin Guide unveils Bib Gourmand restaurants in in first wave of announcements

Michelin Guide unveils Bib Gourmand restaurants in  in first wave of announcements
Updated 15 October 2025

Michelin Guide unveils Bib Gourmand restaurants in in first wave of announcements

Michelin Guide unveils Bib Gourmand restaurants in  in first wave of announcements
  • Alongside the coveted star ratings, the selection also includes the popular Bib Gourmand category, a distinction awarded to restaurants that provide good-quality food at a moderate price
  • Bib Gourmand-awarded restaurants were unveiled on Wednesday, alongside restaurants in the wider guide that did not earn Bib Gourmand or star status

DUBAI: The Michelin Guide has launched in with the first clutch of restaurants unveiled on Wednesday afternoon as part of a three-part rollout that includes more restaurants to be announced on Nov. 15 and Dec. 15.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Organized in partnership with the Culinary Arts Commission, a subsidiary of ’s Ministry of Culture, the selection will focus on Riyadh and Jeddah, while also beginning to explore the diverse regions of the Kingdom, including Alkhobar and AlUla. 

Alongside the coveted star ratings, the selection also includes the popular Bib Gourmand category, a distinction awarded to restaurants that provide good-quality food at a moderate price. Bib Gourmand-awarded restaurants were unveiled on Wednesday, alongside restaurants in the wider guide that did not earn Bib Gourmand or star status.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

In Riyadh, Saudi breakfast restaurant Tameesa, contemporary Saudi eatery Mirzam, and Japanese contemporary restaurant Kayzo nabbed Bib Gourmand recognition, along with Spanish-inspired Middle Eastern restaurant Joontos in AlUla.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Other highlights in the guide that were not awarded Bib Gourmand status include, but are not limited to, French eatery Cafe Boulud, Ruhi, which serves Indian cuisine, and Turkish hotspot Ruya. Over in Jeddah, Japanese restaurant Myazu, Lebanese eatery Niyyali and Chinese restaurant Toki were highlighted in the guide.

Restaurants with Michelin stars are expected to be announced in the two upcoming waves on Nov. 15 and Dec. 15.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

One Michelin star is awarded to restaurants for “high-quality cooking that is worth a stop,” two stars for “excellent cooking that is worth a detour,” and three stars for “exceptional cuisine that is worth a special journey.”

In the Gulf, the guide also currently operates in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Qatar.

Last week, seven hotels in earned Michelin Keys in Paris at the first-ever global ceremony focused on Michelin’s hotel rankings.


Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein goes business chic in London visit

Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein goes business chic in London visit
Updated 15 October 2025

Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein goes business chic in London visit

Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein goes business chic in London visit
  • Princess Rajwa on trip with Jordan’s crown prince
  • She dons jacket, trousers by New York label Khaite

DUBAI: Princess Rajwa Al-Hussein channeled her best business chic persona this week with an outfit from New York label Khaite during an official visit to London.

During the trip to the South Bank Technical College in London alongside Jordan’s Crown Prince Hussein bin Abdullah, she wore Khaite’s navy and white chalk-stripe wool-blend jacket and matching wide-leg trousers.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Earlier this week, Princess Rajwa visited the Springfield University Hospital for Mental Health in London, accompanied by Princess Eugenie, daughter of King Charles’ brother, Prince Andrew.

For the visit, Princess Rajwa wore a printed silk dress by Giada Montenapoleone, featuring abstract watercolor-style brushstrokes in soft shades of blue, beige and black, cinched at the waist with a thin black tie.

She paired the look with suede knee-high boots in a neutral tone and carried a yellow crinkled leather bag by Dries Van Noten.

The princess toured installations from the Hospital Rooms initiative, a charity that brings art into mental health facilities.

The organization’s founder and co-chair, Niamh White, discussed how they work with international artists to produce lasting, museum-quality pieces aimed at supporting patients’ well-being.

Princess Rajwa and Princess Eugenie later stopped by the Hauser & Wirth Contemporary Art Gallery, where the latter serves in an administrative capacity, to view notable contemporary artworks.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Last week the royal couple met with President Emmanuel Macron at the Elysee Palace in Paris to discuss ties between France and Jordan, as well as recent regional developments.


Camila Coelho stars in By Karen Wazen campaign

Camila Coelho stars in By Karen Wazen campaign
Updated 15 October 2025

Camila Coelho stars in By Karen Wazen campaign

Camila Coelho stars in By Karen Wazen campaign

DUBAI: Brazilian internet personality Camila Coelho this week fronted a campaign for By Karen Wazen, the eyewear and accessories brand founded by Lebanese entrepreneur and influencer Karen Wazen.

Coelho and Wazen appear together in the campaign images, both wearing bold, rectangular sunglasses from the brand’s latest collection.

Coelho’s pair features sleek tortoiseshell frames with slightly oversized lenses, boasting a modern, structured look that complements her slicked-back hairstyle and statement gold earrings. 

Coelho and Wazen appear together in the campaign images. (Instagram)

Wazen, on the other hand, wears the black version of the same angular style, paired with a black turtleneck.

Both sunglasses display the brand’s signature interlocking “W” logo on the temples. 

According to the brand’s Instagram page, the campaign — shot in Paris — is described as “an ode to women: Strong, confident, and always on the go.” The post added that it was “a celebration of friendship, sisterhood, and women uplifting one another.”

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

The new collection launched on Oct. 15.

Coelho left Wazen a message on the post, writing: “Love u SO MUCH @karenwazen. These shades are perfect (sic).”

Coelho is a fan of Wazen’s designs, having championed her sunglasses on multiple occasions. 

Wazen launched her debut collection of eyewear in December 2018. The first line of five styles came in acetate and stainless steel in an array of colors, from neon to tortoiseshell.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

Less than a year after the official launch of her brand, her designs were picked up by luxury e-tailer Farfetch, which became the first online platform to offer her eponymous eyewear collection.

With an array of stylish shades to its name, Wazen’s label has gained the nod of approval from international celebrities including superstar Beyonce, British Albanian singer Dua Lipa, reality television star Kourtney Kardashian and her mother Kris Jenner, French model Cindy Bruna, singer Becky G, actresses Lucy Hale, Emma Stone, and Naomi Watts, and socialite Paris Hilton, to name a few.

Last year, the entrepreneur broadened her brand’s horizons by unveiling her inaugural jewelry collection. She introduced earrings and bangles fashioned after her brand’s logo, available in both silver and gold colors.

In addition to being a business owner, the mother-of-three has also starred in plenty of regional advertorials for iconic brands, including Prada, Ralph Lauren, Louis Vuitton and Cartier.


Bureau International des Expositions confers top award on ’s pavilion at Osaka Expo

Bureau International des Expositions confers top award on ’s pavilion at Osaka Expo
Updated 14 October 2025

Bureau International des Expositions confers top award on ’s pavilion at Osaka Expo

Bureau International des Expositions confers top award on ’s pavilion at Osaka Expo

TOKYO: Following the final day of the Osaka-Kansai Expo on Monday, the Bureau International des Expositions announced that ’s pavilion was awarded the gold medal for the best architecture and landscape in the top Type A category.

The silver medal went to Spain and the bronze to the UAE.

The award for the smaller category of Type A pavilions went to Bahrain, which won over Czechia and Switzerland.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

The expo’s organizers said the total number of visitors to the event in the six months since it opened on April 13 was 29,017,924. This figure included 3,438,938 AD Pass holders, or on-site service providers. The actual number of tickets sold was 22,069,546.

Tokura Masakazu, chairperson of the Japan Association for the 2025 World Exposition, had a message of unity on the final day, saying the expo reaffirmed that in a world facing division, 160 countries gathered to say that the world is “diverse, yet one.”

Ishige Hiroyuki, secretary-general of the association, said the expo achieved its three core goals: avoiding major accidents, remaining financially solvent, and attracting many visitors. He attributed its success to constant improvement and “overwhelmingly attractive content,” as well as the contributions of the visitors, staff, and media.


Stella McCartney to close third edition of Riyadh Fashion Week

Stella McCartney to close third edition of Riyadh Fashion Week
Updated 14 October 2025

Stella McCartney to close third edition of Riyadh Fashion Week

Stella McCartney to close third edition of Riyadh Fashion Week

DUBAI: Riyadh Fashion Week — returning this week with more than 30 runway shows and presentations across six days — will close with what is sure to be a dazzling show by British label Stella McCartney.

McCartney will present her first show in on the final day, Oct. 21, showcasing a special edit of recent collections alongside archival pieces, bringing her conscious luxury vision to the Kingdom. Burak Cakmak, CEO of the Saudi Fashion Commission, said McCartney’s participation marks a “milestone for ’s creative evolution.

“Her commitment to sustainability and innovation reflects the values we are championing as we build a responsible and forward-looking fashion ecosystem,” he added.

Meanwhile, British brand Vivienne Westwood is set to make its Middle East debut at Riyadh Fashion Week on Oct. 16.

The label will open the event with a show that blends British fashion heritage with Saudi craftsmanship.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

In a recent interview with WWD, the CEO of Vivienne Westwood, Carlo D’Amario, outlined his plans.

“We are working on a special collection of embroidered gowns, a result of the union of the expertise of our couture team and the craftsmanship of local artisans — a concrete way to promote local traditions through an international perspective.”

This marks the first time Riyadh Fashion Week has opened its calendar to international labels.

Returning for its third edition from Oct. 16-21, the six-day event will feature more than 25 runway shows, 10 designer presentations, a curated showroom and citywide activations.

Organized by the Saudi Fashion Commission, part of the Ministry of Culture, the event will also spotlight emerging and established Saudi designers.