Buyer’s Guide: The Luxury Arcade in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi-based Lina Mustafa has a knack for elevating sportswear pieces to chic outfits. Her tomboy style is also echoed in her love for arcade and video games, which she collects. Her boutique, The Luxury Arcade, is an embodiment of her universe, featuring a carefully curated selection of high fashion pieces with a cool twist. Check out her fashion prescription for Fall 2015.

Trends for Fall 2015

Lingerie as outerwear, a style which Dolce & Gabbana usually incorporates into most of its collections; this season, the trend has been adopted by multiple brands.

Trends for Fall 2015

Elegant sportswear, which Tommy Hilfiger perfected this season.

Trends for Fall 2015

70s silhouettes from Narciso Rodriguez and Tory Burch.

Favorite Newcomers

Maria ke Fisherman is a newcomer to The Luxury Arcade and is really quirky with easy-to-wear silhouettes.

Colors to Keep an Eye On

Burgundy and deep reds are definitely a focal point this season, especially as a base color for prints.

This Season’s Must-Haves

Bell bottoms. Fringe on everything; I love the unique approach Jonathan Simkhai has taken with this semi-fringed skirt. Haculla T-shirt.

A Key Buy for the Middle East

L’Afshar clutches—they always do so well for me.

Key Accessories of the Season

Micro bags. Filling Pieces sneakers. Paula Mendoza jewelry.

Personal Picks

Filling Pieces mountain-cut sneakers.

Safe Investment of the Season

Denim is always a safe investment; I always go for Frame Denim.

Risky Bet

Maria ke Fisherman is a great brand that I’m introducing to the store, but it could also be a risk because of its quirky designs and prints.

Dying Trend

Floral kimonos; they are being replaced by longer, more simple silhouettes and colors.