One step ahead 10 QUESTIONS WITH… KYM ELLERY
CHIC O’CLOCK
Coco Chanel never thought twice about borrowing from the boys, so it’s only right that the house is infusing their Premiere Boy timepieces with a suitably masculine edge. From Dhs15,800. Available at Chanel Fine Jewellery & Watches boutique in The Dubai Mall. Already looking forward to the new season? Tory Burch’s pre-fall collection starts hitting stores now and is an ode to modern bohemian chic. What’s your favourite piece from your new collection? The ‘Sinuous’ tailored, flared pants. They’re loads of fun to wear. What’s your biggest source of inspiration? When designing I am often inspired by art, music and/or film, however for the pre-fall ‘16 collection I was inspired by choreographer Bob Fosse’s brilliant work. What item are you lusting over right now? An oil painting by Sydney-based artist Jedda Daisy Culley. What item would be in your fantasy fashion cupboard? The entire Comme des Garçons archive and the medieval Crown of Margaret of York, made circa 1300AD. Not to wear, just to look at every day. If you could dress like anyone, who would it be? Chloë Sevigny; she is the epitome of cool. If you weren’t a designer, what would you be? An architect or an interpretive dancer. In three words, describe the style in Dubai Bold, elegant and colourful. What’s your favourite store to visit in Dubai? There are so many great stores in Dubai, however I would have to say that Boutique1 has the perfect selection. What’s your greatest achievement so far? Being invited to show in Paris as part of the official Paris Fashion Week schedule. What’s your motto? To not sweat the small stuff; just enjoy the ride. ELLERY IS AVAILABLE AT BOUTIQUE 1