Dubai: Sheik Chic
How Chic is too Chic? Sexy, Sophisticated & Extravagant. Gold infused high rise buildings surrounded by an endless series of sand dunes. Dubai A true land of contrasts. Desert safaris, Arabian adventures, dune bashing, just like a James Bond Movie. Barb is our new Bond Girl!! Imagine climbing into 4 wheel vehicles, engines revving, flying up and down dunes ending with a crimson sunset. What awaits you ultimately is an Arabian feast. I think it would look similar to having dinner at Sandy’s house. Imagine lying on low couches, in the middle of the desert, a blackened sky & smoking a hookah. A henna tattoo completes the picture. How very sexy. What should I do to my body before you return? ( A new fashion accessory for us) Definitely less expensive than a new purse.
The tallest building in the world, the Burj Khalifa, ascend 124 stories instantly Actually that’s all it takes. Views are astoundiing. I think it looks like LA. 
A birthday clebration for RW. Started at the 360 Bar, at the end of a long pier of the Jumperiah Beach Hotel. Climb the stairs, sit outside on white couches with views of the Burj al Arab directly in front of you. Followed by The Burj al Arab & private tour of the presidental suite (3500 sq feet). Just like camping.
Barb was hoping for a pirate adventure. Perhaps it’s the one eyed pirate patch that’s alluring. Pirate ships were sighted from her cruise ship. I”m actually wondering how how many cocktails you had. Once you actually hit the open seas and are “cruisin” what do you wear to look chic?
Dress by Alexander McQueen always works!
Cruise Attire a mystery. Barb packs everything in her closet just in case and tells me how well everything rolls into a ball. What you wear of course depends on where you go. You might not need bathing suits in the Antartic (unless with heels for an indoor look) but there are some basic wear2where rules.
- Clothes to just hang around your room. Baggy, soft, buy a size larger
- Workout attire – Only Barb works out, I circle the buffet line eating mashed potatoes. LuLuLemon, Stella McCartney for workout
- Clothes & shoes for excursions: climbing pyramids, walking ancient ruins you l get dirty, sweaty & spill. Wash and dry required. Is that even a fabric?
- Shoes- forget fashion, go for comfort. This would be the dealbreaker for me. Everyone else will be wearing those same Teva Sandels or sneakers.
- Nightime: The hardest to pack. What is the defintion of formal nights? Means anything goes. Bring a strapless cocktail dress, short. Black cashmere dress & glittery belt are another nightime option. People will wear long but why? It’s not the high school prom. For men they recommend a tux (are you kidding!) bring a dark suit & tie.
- Shoes for night- Heels how high can you go while taking Dramamine!
- Informal – less dressy – Chic dress to accessorize or pants & sparkly top.
- Casual attire no torn or faded jeans, flip flops or t-shirts. Sounds like a school dress code. Capris, tight tops, strappy sandals, cashmere wrap
- Sexy lingerie- you are on vacation go for it!
I’d Cruise Around in This
Head up to the Sky Bar (reservation’s required) Shyan; master mixologist will create a cocktail to your order from his moveable cart of endless ingredients. Barb’s “Thai Twist” involved passion fruit, pineapple, lime juice & leaves, vodka and flaming rosemary sprigs. If you want the Barb special potion request it in the comment section and she will send you the recipe. I don’t have any recipes so don’t ask me!
Thai It On!
Bond Girl Come Back!
A girl must eat so it’s off to the new Armani Hotel to dine in their fashionable Italian Restaurant. Just like Armani’s clothing everything is understated and elegant. All designed by Mr. Armani himself, silverware, dishes, & décor. What’s better than food & fashion? Starts with an S ends with X.
Krizia silk satin roushed gown
Clearly this photo has nothing to do with Dubai – but I just learned to edit photos so wear2where can go to a whole new level. I can now remove any unliked body part. If you want my latest photo tips happy to share!!!
