The Noughties were over a decade ago, but many of the fashion crimes committed are still fresh in our minds.

One of the worst trends to come out of the era were low-rise jeans – trousers slung so low around your waist you were in danger of showing off a bit too much… Despite its perils, we were all wearing them. Since then, they’ve fallen out of fashion, with denim styles now erring towards extremely high waists.

We all know that the holiday season means the return of the good old ugly Christmas sweater. You know the ones...liberal use of red and green, comically large depictions of snowmen, reindeer, and Christmas trees, and any sort of pom-pom or felt applique - yeah, all that good stuff.

Ugly Christmas sweater parties are an actual thing, and to be honest they are a lot more fun than a classy, sophisticated party. Here are 6 ugly Christmas sweaters that will make you LOL.

Sayonara, sandals – it’s boots season at last, and there’s a lot to get excited about as the autumn/winter collections land in shoe departments.

Inspired by the catwalks, there’s a retro feel to many of the new drops, with ankle length styles dominating, but if it’s over-the-knee glamour you’re after, you’re in luck, too.

What else is new? Here are the five biggest boots trends of the year and where to shop them on the high street…

Heading for an evening at the Dubai Opera? Catch some styling inspo from the stars here...

If you were around in the 90s the words 'opera' and 'celebrity' are likely to make to remember the scene from Pretty Woman in which Richard Gere gives Julia Roberts a necklace as a finishing touch to her red dress and white gloves before they head to the Opera. Yes, the opera is all about dressing your fanciest best (forget about your jeans and flip-flops) and when it comes to Dubai, fancy takes on a whole new level.

Earrings might still have their place in fashion, but they’re actually one of the most ancient forms of body modifications going, featured in ancient Greek frescoes and been found in the tombs of Egyptian pharaohs.

Today, ear piercings aren’t just reserved for royalty, and most women – not to mention a whole lot of men (and children) – frequently sport studs, rings or bars in their lobes.

Like all forms of fashion, jewellery trends ebb and flow – one decade we’ll be loving everything big, bold and geometric, and the next it’s all about simplicity.

Falling before New York, London, Milan and Paris...

Copenhagen Fashion Week is traditionally seen as a precursor to the big events. While it might not have quite the same star power, it’s still important in predicting the trends of the season.

Now, it’s forging the way in a different manner: by setting out a strong and ambitious plan to do with the environment.

In the middle of awards season, the Grammy Awards is a chance for musicians to hit up the red carpet and wear their biggest and boldest outfits.

This year’s red carpet was a more subdued affair than we normally expect from the Grammys, as the night was overshadowed by the news of retired basketball player Kobe Bryant’s death in a helicopter crash. The evening was full of tributes to Bryant, and some joy was brought to the red carpet with the proliferation of the colour pink.

The Duchess of Cambridge has once again shown her love for the high street, stepping out in a leopard print Zara skirt.

Time to refresh your workwear wardrobe.

We’re not talking a major overhaul here. Just a few carefully chosen updates that will get you in gear for the rest of the year ahead.

Plus, with winter nearly here in the UAE, it’s also time to dip your toe in next season’s trends, with transitional pieces inspired by the catwalks.

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