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	Skin renewal In a climate with constant shifts in temperature, make the move from air-con to scorching sunlight kinder to your skin with a renewal system worth shouting about Style infiltration The fashion game is a battlefield and sometimes you’ve got to go behind enemy lines in a bid to win the sartorial war. Donning fake moustache and glasses – and with no thought for our own personal safety – GOODLIVING parachuted into the danger zone, to bring you vital information from the front line. So smarten up soldier, because you never know when you’re being watched Recycling fashion Rake through your wardrobe and find the oldest garment you can lay your hands on, wear it on an evening out and its retro worth will undoubtedly cause a commotion. Come take a dhow There’s a banquet to be had on the high seas these days, actually, on the creek, streams and lakes as well for that matter. GOODLIVING stepped on board to take a bite Dedication required The unadulterated fascination with watching people push themselves to their very limits is prevalent in everyone, for those involved, the record books await Middle East meets west Shezad Dawood is a man who can take a piece of modern culture and twist it into something new and fresh. Tandoori signs will never look the same again Independent women It’s a time of global celebration for the women of the world, as March 8 is International Women’s Day. It’s a moment to remind people of a breakthrough in women’s rights and how it changed the world forever. Never has girl power been so significant Lissom Delight Having managed the impressive feat of making the best even better, we look at why the BMW 335i Coupe is so good, that you just won’t want to let it out of your sight Breaking down barriers Famous for being a young Superman’s love interest in US TV series, Smallville, Kristen Kreuk has hit the big screen in an even bigger way The making of a beauty queen The Miss India pageant is quite a phenomenon. Bordering on national obsession the winner is assured instant fame and celebrity. Jenai Kavarana is an 18 year-old Indian model from Dubai and in a few weeks time she will find out whether she has the chance to write her name into an illustrious history Mall or nothing As shopping festival fever grips Dubai, GOODLIVING felt it best to get some help from the professionals. CEO of New York based Concierge deLuxe, Michael Cypria, tells us what to wear, how to wear it and why transparent and flimsy is the way to go The great fur fake The fur debate has always been a no-brainer... if you must wear it, make sure it’s of the fake variety. But with news that faux fur is bad for the environment, a whole new chapter has begun Politics and pullovers From punks and Goths to indie kids and nu-ravers, whatever threads you wear hopefully leaves an impression. Make it loud and proud, or subtle and sleek just make sure you show you mean business Ambience for romance As love is in the air this month, a romantic meal for two is a must. GOODLIVING decided to check out three choices to help you impress What’s art got to do with it? At first glance Dubai doesn’t look like an arty city. A lack of on the surface culture leaving you to wonder if aesthetic beauty is only measured in skyscrapers and Hummers. Thankfully, closer inspection leads you to a contemporary art culture that has something to say Millionaire’s playground Dubai is known for its glitz and glamour and the wealthy come from afar to take delight in the thriving property business and lavish lifestyle. For those with the cash to splash, nothing is out of reach Environmentally funky Saving the planet as well as Dubai’s real estate sector isn’t an easy task, thankfully, it’s one that Thinkspace, have taken to with gusto Pill perfect Can beauty really be found in a tablet? GOODLIVING decided to find out Style infiltration The fashion game is a battlefield and sometimes you’ve got to go behind enemy lines in a bid to win the sartorial war. Donning fake moustache and glasses – and with no thought for our own personal safety – GOODLIVING parachuted into the danger zone, to bring you vital information from the front line. So smarten up soldier, because you never know when you’re being watched Sneaker freaks A treat for the eyes as well as the feet, shoes are designed to seduce, strut and to be seen in. Trainers are the epicentre of some people’s outfits and whether they wear them to show off or look good, they’re certainly dressed to impress Life replacement Reality TV shows dominate the listings, but are they also taking control of our very existence? The time of our life The idea of burying personal memories in the earth, to be opened years later, is not new. But now that time capsules have reached the Internet, GOODLIVING asks whether this is just another step in an unnecessary direction? Sale of the century There’s shopping fever in the air and festive money to go wild in the aisles with. GOODLIVING gives you the low-down on the best bargains and boutiques this city has to offer The world is watching The notion that our privacy may be tampered with is serious reason for revolt, and yet, when delivered in small timely doses, under the guise of security and progression, it might just pass the legal and moral checkpoints undetected Falling stars We often know more about celebrities than they do about themselves. They are media gold, an instant profit, but is this total coverage detracting from the allure that stars once carried? The strange and the beautiful For a select number of society, clothes are very much made to be seen in and the more outrageous the better. It’s time to dig out your aluminous lycra and get with the programme, as there’s not much not much you can do to stop the modern day club kids. It seems extreme fashion is here to stay The writing on the wall From public toilet scrawling to expertly scribed murals, graffiti fills the walls of most cities. But rather than the act of mindless vandalism it’s often taken for, does it contain actually the voice and opinion of a generation? The frat pack Fraternities in US colleges have long been a topic of curiosity and speculation. People seem unclear as to why they exist and what membership actually means. Good Living decided to take a closer look The claws are out Despite the turmoil at Ford, it looks like Jaguar isn’t quite ready to leave with a whimper. This is one cat that is ready to roar Facial fantastic When it comes to preening your face there are many variations of the typical facial to choose from. Ever concerned about your needs, Good Living decided to test three of the top treatments in town The heart of Italy There’s a Mediterranean revolution going on in many of Dubai’s finest eateries, leading to exquisite Italian food with a difference. Good Living felt it only right to find out more Cyber Couching In the past a night on the couch was often the result of a relationship spat or a flirtation with vagrancy. Today’s friendly futon is reborn and a safe haven to the new age travellers that are the Couch Surfing Project Jeep Compass: Metrosexual Good Living goes off-road Nordic style, putting the original Jeep through its paces Style Infiltration The fashion game is a battlefield, and sometimes you’ve got to go behind enemy lines in a bid to win the sartorial war. Donning fake moustache and glasses – and with no thought to our own personal safety – Good Living parachuted into the danger zone, to bring you vital information from the front line. So smarten up soldier, because you never know when you’re being watched Life saving fashion No longer just sack cloth dresses and rustic dungarees, organic clothing has recently undergone a high street makeover and it’s looking sharp. Shopping has never been so important so grab your cash and get to the nearest mall … you might just help save the planet Steaking reputations It’s a carnivore’s paradise in many of Dubai’s finest restaurants these days, with menu options so alluring that they’d make a vegetarian weep at their lifestyle choice. Good Living decided to tuck in and prove to all and sundry that you really can’t beat your meat Don’t think, just shoot Stumbled upon in the 70s, a cult success in the 90s, Itchy trigger finger essential. Welcome to the world of Lomography Online dependency Imagine a place where people solely communicate in person, watch terrestrial television and have to buy items they want, outside, in a shop. Dubai Law: the unspoken truth As Dubai opens its doors as an affordable and accessible holiday destination, a much wider demographic will advance. But when these are the same people that live by the rules of Ibiza, problems seem inevitable The Michelin man From becoming the first Indian chef to be awarded the Michelin star to revolutionising the way people experience his country’s cuisine, Vineet Bhati makes a habit out of the extraordinary. Good Living met with the celebrity chef in the hope that some of his culinary prowess would rub off. Stella street style Celebrities with a penchant for fashion have seemingly found home on the racks of our high street favourites, with every major store boasting A-list connotations. The tale of the Scottish artist, the life-size gorilla and the Dubai shopping mall Celebrities with a penchant for fashion have seemingly found home on the racks of our high street favourites, with every major store boasting A-list connotations.