What to look forward to this week

From fashion to comedy shows, there's a lot going on

Calling all fashionistas
Over 70 designers from across the Middle East, Europe and Asia will converge from April 24 -28 for the eighth edition of Arab Fashion Week. The event is set to take place at 1422, the region's first designer acceleration hub, in City Walk, and will showcase designers See-Now; Buy-Now Spring Summer 2019 and Ready Couture Fall Winter 2019 collections. The extravaganza will be marked by plenty of fashion shows, pop-ups and presentations and, after its conclusion, the store will be open to the public as a ready-couture show. Visit www.arabfashionweek.org for more info.
Have what it takes to be a beauty ambassador?
Salon and spa chain Tips & Toes is on the lookout for three lucky ladies to become the face of their brand. These ambassadors will benefit from all the 'superstar treatments', including campaign photoshoots, social media shout-outs and unlimited salon services at Tips & Toes (their mums get a cool 20 per cent discount too). If you think you have what it takes, and are aged between 13-21, submit a creative and orginal selfie that represents your shining personality to the Tips & Toes website. Ten shortlisted applicants will be contacted to submit a short video and three winners will eventually be selected. The competition runs till May 16.
Just laugh along
Get ready for a laughter riot on a 'global scale'. Mumbai-based comedian Nitinn R Miranni is bringing the spectacular Funbassadors of Comedy event to Dubai tonight (April 26) from 9.30pm onwards. The fun-filled event, which takes place at Dubai Marine Beach Resort & Spa, will see 10 comics from 10 countries around the world, residing in the UAE, take to the stage for a two-hour show that is sure to leave you in splits. Tickets are priced at Dh50 with a free drink. For reservations,
call 0569960354.
Fitness for free
We all know how hard it is to work out during the summer months. To keep you energised and enthusiastic, wellness destination Max & Aegle is hosting a free-for-all evening fitness event for members and non-members on April 29. From 5.30pm-7.30pm, there will be a range of classes including ladies-only Les Mills Tone, Classic Cross, Ops Basic 'boot camp' and Flexibility Flow Yoga. Pre-reservation is required, so email hello@maxandaegle.com to save your place and get details on timings.
Season must-haves
With the Holy Month around the corner, much-loved retail store Daiso Japan has unveiled a number of Ramadan-inspired products - from decorations and dinnerware to lanterns and more. Be it for gifting friends or adding a warm touch to your home, they are a great way to embrace the spirit of the season and gear up for some special moments with loved ones. For more information, visit www.daisome.com.