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Best Shopping in Dubai

By Chris Boyle

Dubai mall

Shopping in Dubai is all about its glamorous and exciting malls, allowing shoppers to pursue their hobby unhindered by traffic, heat or crowds.

Furthermore, most of Dubai’s malls offer something more than merely shops; most contain restaurants, hotels and other unique attractions, and for one month in the winter the malls come alive during the Dubai Shopping Festival. Elite has chosen the finest malls in which to experience the best in Dubai’s shopping.

DUBAI MALL

It is the largest retail space on earth and yet Dubai Mall is not as overwhelming as this claim might suggest.

The venue is divided into a variety of entertainments and shopping experiences. There is The Grove, a series of Parisian themed tree–lined walkways, The Gold Souk, showcasing 200 of the region’s most trusted jewelers, and Fashion Avenue, fast becoming a world–renowned fashion destination with Bloomingdale’s and Galeries Lafayette as anchor stores. Moreover, Dubai Mall is home to Dubai Aquarium and Underwater Zoo, the Sega Republic theme park, Dubai Ice Rink and The Dubai Fountain. The Mall also acts as a gateway for visitors to the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.

MALL OF THE EMIRATES

This 2.4 million-square-foot mall has recently been enlarged.

Easily accessible in the heart of New Dubai, Mall of Emirates features 476 international brands covering a huge range of genres, including 60 outlets unique to the Emirate. Beyond the shops, Mall of Emirates is also the home of Ski Dubai and the five–star Kempinsky Hotel.

SOUK MADINAT

Souk Madinet

Souk Madinat Jumeirah is a modern recreation of the souks that once overwhelmed the Middle East.

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Not only have the souks been recreated here, but also the lively trading culture, the sound of craftsmen at work and the galleries that spill on to the paved walkways. The difference is that these souks feature air conditioning, boutique shops and a 442–seat theater.

DUBAI SHOPPING FESTIVAL

JANUARY 20 – FEBRUARY 20, 2012

This month–long event celebrates Dubai’s colorful variety of shopping, and it attracts serious shoppers and fashionistas from around the world.

In Dubai there are over 50 malls, and many more traditional Arabic souks, twisting passageways that conceal more exotic purchases.

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+971 50 396 2296

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+971 4 361 8129

AL TAYER

The Al Tayer group was established in 1979 and it has since focused on luxury brands in automobiles, perfumes, cosmetics and interiors as well as food and beverages.

Their Dubai store has amassed a vast portfolio of brands that include Dolce & Gabbana, Emilio Pucci, Giorgio Armani, Gucci and Jimmy Choo amongst others.

+971 4 201 1111

Garhoud Atrium Building, Al Garhoud Road

www.altayer.com

BLOOMINGDALE’S

The first Bloomingdale’s store to open outside the US has become quite a phenomenon in Dubai.

Recognized as the anchor store of Dubai Mall, the world’s largest shopping center, it has all the signature elements that you would expect from the original New York store including the black and white Beauty floor, the Gift Registry for miscellaneous and souvenir items and the Forty Carrots Restaurant, home of Bloomingdale’s iconic frozen yoghurt.

+971 4 350 5333

Dubai Mall

www.bloomingdales.com

BURJUMAN

Burjuman is one of the oldest and finest shopping centers in Dubai, a place of high fashion with world– leading brands.

Its flagship building is made up of 16 floors, all exclusively for shopping and packed with branded clothes, sportswear, beauty products, flowers, shoes, toys, perfumes, jewelry and books. Brands include Burberry, Celine, Christian Lacroix, Dolce & Gabbana, Donna Karan, Dunhill, Fendi, Hermès, Louis Vuitton, Moschino, Prada, Roberto Cavalli, Tod’s, Moschino and Versace.

+971 4 352 0222

Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road

www.burjuman.com

DEIRA CITY CENTRE

Deira City Centre opened in 1995 and has since become one of the most successful shopping malls in the world.

The mall is spread over three floors and includes all the big brands in fashion, electronics and entertainment as well as Magic Planet, one of the region’s most popular indoor family centers.

+971 4 295 4486

Baniyas Road

www.deiracitycentre.com

EMIRATES TOWERS

The Emirates towers are architectural icons of Dubai. Of the two identical towers one is an office tower and the other houses the five–star Emirates Tower Hotel.

Connecting the two towers is the 13,050 square meter Boulevard, housing a variety of dining and shopping options including major labels such as Yves Saint Laurent, Michael Kors and Lanvin amongst many others.

+971 4 319 8999

Sheikh Zayed Road

www.boulevarddubai.com

HARVEY NICHOLS DUBAI

The largest Harvey Nichols store outside the UK has become a landmark in luxury and sophisticated retail.

It even features its own restaurant, Almaz by Mono. This store is all about luxury brands and labels.

MERCATO TOWN CENTRE

Mercato Shopping Mall is an extraordinary blend of Tuscan and Venetian architecture and, in keeping with this theme, it features many of Europe’s lavish fashion, jewelry, perfume and cosmetic outlets.

You will also find many antique and carpet shops at the Porto Vecchio Village on the first floor.

RODEO DRIVE

Inspired by the famous street in Beverly Hills that is synonymous with fashion and glamor, Rodeo Drive in Dubai is a high–end, luxury brand chain unique to the United Arab Emirates.

Within the Emirates Towers store one can find brands including Christian Lacroix, Givenchy, Lanvin and Ralph Lauren.

+971 4 330 3500

Emirates Towers

www.rodeodrive-uae.com

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE

This New York export has been incredibly popular in Dubai.

It features numerous brands that, among others, include Alexander McQueen, Chloe, Hugo Boss, Louis Vuitton, Lulu Guinness and Marc Jacobs.

+971 4 351 5551

Burjuman Center, Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road

www.saksincorporated.com

VILLA MODA DUBAI

Villa Moda has become highly popular with Dubai’s discerning shoppers looking to kit themselves out in high–end fashion.

Among the lavish modern decorations and props you will find more discreet brands such as Anya Hindmarch, Dries Van Noten, Mulberry and Oscar De La Renta.

+971 4 382 5120

Emirates Towers Boulevard, Sheikh Zayed Road

www.saksincorporated.com

JEWELRY AND WATCHES

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AUDEMARS PIGUET DUBAI BURJUMAN
Phone: +971 4 341 1121
Address: Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, Dubai Burjuman level 2, Burjuman, Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road
 
DUBAI MALL
Phone: +971 4 339 8883
Address: Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, Dubai Mall ground floor
 
DUBAI WAFI
Phone: +971 4 324 6060
Address: Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, Dubai Wafi ground floor
Website: www.audemarspiguet.com
BREGUET
BURJUMAN CENTER

Phone: +971 4 355 7668
Address: Burjuman Center, Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road
DUBAI MALL
Phone: +971 4 339 8756
Address: Dubai Mall
MALL OF THE EMIRATES
Phone: +971 4 395 1862
Addresses: Mall of the Emirates, Level, 1 – Fashion Dome; and Rivoli Prestige, Mall of Emirates
BURJ AL ARAB
Phone: +971 4 348 7281
Address: Rivoli Prestige, Burj Al Arab, Lobby Level
Website: www.breguet.com
CARTIER
MALL OF EMIRATES

Phone: +971 4 395 1000
Address: Mall of Emirates
BURJMAN CENTRE
Phone: +971 4 355 3533
Address: Burjman Centre, Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road
Phone: +971 4 359 7774
Address: Paris Gallery, Burjman Centre
EMIRATES TOWERS
Phone: +971 4 330 0034
Address: Emirates Towers Boulevard
GOLD DIAMOND PARK
Phone: +971 4 341 8285
Address: Gems World, Gold Diamond Park Bld. No 4, Shop No 45
GOLD SOUK
Phone: +971 4 226 5129
Address: Gems World, Gold Souk Deira Dubai
Website: www.cartier.com
CHOPARD
WAFI CITY

Phone: +971 4 324 1010
Address: Wafi City
BURJ AL ARAB
Phone: +971 4 348 9595
Address: Burj Al Arab
BURJMAN CENTER
Phone: +971 4 355 5060
Address: Burjman Center, Khalid Bin Al Waleed Road
ATLANTIS HOTEL
Phone: +971 4 422 0232
Address: Retail Village, Unit No 4, Atlantis Hotel, Palm Jumeirah
DUBAI MALL
Phone: +971 4 339 6333
Address: Grand Atrium, Dubai Mall
www.chopard.com
DE BEERS
MALL OF THE EMIRATES
Phone: +971 4 341 2121
Address: Mall of the Emirates
Website: www.debeers.com
DIOR HORLOGERIE
Phone: +971 4 330 8739
Address: Ground Floor,
Fashion Avenue, Dubai Mall
 
SAKS FIFTH AVENUE – DUBAI
Phone: +971 4 351 5551
Address: Burjaman Level 2, New Extension,
Khalid Bin Walleed Road
Website: www.diorhorlogerie.com
FRED
+971 4 327 9144
Address: Wafi City
Website: www.fred.com
HUBLOT
Phone: +971 4 324 4040
Address: Wafi City,
Ground Level Website: www.hublot.com
 
IWC SCHAFFHAUSEN DUBAI MALL
Phone: +971 4 339 8111
Address: Dubai Mall Main Entrance, Ground Floor
 
DUBAI BUR
Phone: +971 4 355 1717
Address: Dubai Burjuman Center 2nd Level 2nd Floor, New Extension
Website: www.iwc.ch
JAEGER-LECOULTRE WAFI CITY
Phone: +971 4 327 9117
Address: Wafi Ground Floor, Wafi Mall, Gharhoud Road
 
DUBAI MALL
Phone: +971 4 339 8769
Address: Shop G269, Ground floor, Dubai Mall, Gold Souk Entrance
Website: www.jaegerlecoultre.com
OFFICINE PANERAI
Phone: +971 4 339 8444
Address: Ahmed Seddiqi & Sons, Dubai Mall, PO Box 2123
Website: www.panerai.com
 
OMEGA BOUTIQUE
Phone: +971 4 339 8307
Address: Dubai Mall
Website: www.omegawatches.com
 
ZENITH
Phone: +971 4 339 8104
Address: Dubai Mall, Ground Floor
Website: www.zenith-watches.com

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