‘Hello!’ photo shoot at Meydan

Posted on March 26, 2012 by Louise
Rose first fascinator

I was very excited when I was asked to supply hat and fascinator samples for a photo shoot with none other than Hello! Magazine at the prestigious Meydan Racecourse where the Dubai World Cup is held. The blustery morning started … Continue reading

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Fascinators at the Dubai World Cup

Posted on March 19, 2012 by Louise
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It’s that time of year again; the Dubai World Cup is fast approaching and it promises to be the biggest fashionista event of the year.  As good as that sounds, I understand that it can be quite daunting and something … Continue reading

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Make your Maxi Dress work for you

Posted on March 13, 2012 by Louise
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When I look at Maxi dresses I wonder to myself “can I get away with wearing a full length maxi dress being only 5ft 3” tall?!” I’ve always had that nagging feeling that it will drown me in fabric but, … Continue reading

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Design inspiration

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Louise
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When I was offered the shop at the Souk Madinat I wanted it to have a modern, futuristic look, so I started to look though my books for inspiration.  I’m a huge fan of Swiss surrealist H.R. Giger (better known … Continue reading

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Emirates Melbourne Cup Long Breakfast

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Louise
Anita & Me

I was really honoured when the Australian Business Council Dubai invited me to be one of their three judges for the best dressed & best hat competitions at their Emirates Melbourne Cup Breakfast. It was held at the Parade Ring … Continue reading

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Kaftans throughout the years

Posted on October 16, 2011 by Louise
Louise Harrison Couture - Parisian Aqua 50" Kaftan

The first colourful kaftans appeared around the 14th Century and were mainly worn by royalty throughout Ottoman Empire.  During this period most of the kaftan fabrics were sourced from Turkey with others coming from Italy, Persia, India and China.  Until … Continue reading

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Beautiful new prints – Alaska & Wave!

Posted on October 11, 2011 by Louise
40" Alaska Kaftan

We’ve just added our newest pattern to our online boutique. The Alaska collection is the perfect antidote to the looming autumn/winter wardrobes. Bright and breezy, the Alaska is available in a few different styles in our resort wear collection – … Continue reading

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Accessorise with a scarf

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Louise
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We all know that autumn/winter wardrobes tend to be a bit drab but that doesn’t always have to be the case – a simple but elegant scarf can brighten up any outfit and can be worn in various ways, wrapped … Continue reading

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Fabulously Feminine

Posted on October 10, 2011 by Louise
Louise Harrison Couture - Dylan Jacket

We are delighted to announce a new addition to our resort wear collection online: a range of beautiful jackets. This stunning cover-up can be worn over a pair of loose fitting trousers and a block coloured cami to create the … Continue reading

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