| All right, so the lipstick index isn’t exactly as accurate as we had thought. |
| By Rehaam Romero |
| But what is true is that in tougher economic times, people do tend to spend more on small, luxury items — probably to keep their minds off it all.There’s no doubt that Egypt is in a post-revolution economic funk. Tourism is almost non-existent and there really isn’t much else keeping us afloat for the time being. Economists do feel, however, that this too shall pass and that we’re slowly, but surely, headed back into the black. But for now, we’re here, and if you have some extra cash squirreled away for a quick pick-me-up, we’re here to help tell you how you could spend it. Egypt Today rounds up what we feel are the best style spots of the year, from jewelry and furniture to purses and plates. ARCHIMEDIA You may need a little more than a few extra pounds stashed away for this, but if you’re looking to revamp your home entertainment center, look no further. They’ll gladly cater whatever you need to your budget, too. 42 Rd. 12, Maadi • Tel: (02) 2359-3050/60 Designopolis, KM 38 Cairo–Alexandria Desert Road www.archimedia-me.com NOKOUSH If you want to deck out your home Arabesque style, there’s no better place to visit than Nokoush, the ultimate provider of Arab-inspired and beautifully handcrafted furniture and home decor. 7B Rd. 199, Degla, Maadi • Tel: (02) 2520-2952 www.nokoush.com EKLEGO DESIGN Not only does this local venue do full-out interior design work, it sells fabulously stylish modern furniture and home ware perfect for that quick spruce. 8 Sheikh El Marsafy St., Zamalek • Tel: +2 (010) 6789-8592 Designopolis, KM 38 Cairo–Alexandria Desert Road • Tel: +2 (010) 0602-5051 www.eklegodesign.net MOUNAYA GALLERY With beautifully delicate tableware and utensils etched with calligraphy and intricate Arab-inspired detail, Mounaya Gallery’s collection is the definition of nostalgia. Think old round serving trays etched in geometrical designs and silver spoons carved with stunning patterns. 14 El Montazah St., Zamalek • Tel: (02) 2737-7726 www.mounaya.com Available at www.thegiftery.com THE DESIGN STREET The design street claims to be Egypt’s very first furniture and design website, with a giant collection of furniture, textiles, kitchen supplies and bathware both imported and local. www.thedesignstreet.com STYLE TREASURE This online boutique rounds up some of the hottest local designers and trends under one roof for all your online shopping needs. Shop for clothes, flip flops, home accessories and more. www.styletreasure.com THE GIFTERY For those of us who would rather shop from the comfort of our homes, The Giftery brings you a vast online collection of some of the finest homeware in Cairo. In particular, they currently have the biggest collection we’ve seen of Le Creuset cookware in Egypt — and if you don’t own a Le Creuset Dutch oven, you have not yet experienced the real joy of cooking. www.thegiftery.com AZZA FAHMY This is without a doubt the quintessential Arab jewelry designer. With a breathtaking Pharaonic collection released just in time before the end of the year, Azza Fahmy is the perfect way to splurge. First Mall, 35 Giza St., Giza • Tel: (02) 3573-7687 El Ain, 73 El Hussein St., Dokki • Tel: (02) 3749-3940 Beymen Four Seasons Nile Plaza, Garden City • Tel: (02) 2791-7000 25 Hassan Sadek Pacha St., Heliopolis • Tel: (02) 2419-8058 2/2 Rd. 216 Laselky, Degla, Maadi • Tel: (02) 2519-7472 15C Dr. Taha Hussein St., Zamalek • Tel: (02) 2735-8354 13 Abdel Aziz Agamia St., Roushdy, Alexandria • Tel: (03) 545-4450 www.azzafahmy.com NIHAL BASHA DESIGN Nihal Basha has really made a name for herself in purse design. With great design and quality at relatively reasonable prices, these bags can’t be beat. Tel: (010) 0376-6111 • Nihalbasha@gmail.com • www.Style-Treasure.com NANA'S CLOSET Making her international debut at London Fashion Week this year, Dina Said of Nana’s Closet is arguably one of the best local designers around. Her ethereal designs are stunning and a must-have indulgence if you’re a fashion junkie. |
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