Schiaparelli in Tunisia
In the ultra‑elite world of haute couture, spectacular revivals of once‑forgotten great houses are a frequent sight. The house that is currently gracing every magazine cover and stealing the spotlight at every event is Schiaparelli.
What most people don’t know is that Elsa Schiaparelli, as a young girl, traveled with her father to Tunisia at the beginning of the last century. She returned with, as she put it, “the magical eye, the taste for the strange and the sumptuous,” as well as a dazzling sense of colour and embroidery that still defines the house today.
50 Women for a 50‑Year Anniversary
It’s the brilliant idea of Radhia Camoun, the dynamic manager of Gourmandise: invite fifty influential women to celebrate International Women’s Day. The invitation comes as part of the house’s 50th‑anniversary celebrations, which will run throughout the year with a series of original events.
Sanaat Idina
The Ramadan‑time activities this month are abundant, varied, and clever. One event that caught our eye was organized by Dar el Medina and ran from March 5‑8 as a “Ramadan of Creation.” It featured meetings with designers and workshops led by master artisans. A highlight to remember: a perfume‑making workshop where participants distilled the ancient know‑how of essences and scents.
Laylat El Qadr
At Zaouiet Sidi Ali Lasmar in Bab Jedid, the cultural association of stambeli celebrated, as tradition dictates, the night of the 27th of Ramadan.
A special ceremony is scheduled by Ryadh Zawech and his community for March 16.
Arab Tango
Last week, the Arab Tango performance at the municipal theatre was a mix of tango steps and a strong Arab flavour. The show’s high point was the enthusiasm—unfortunately not fully communicated to the other musicians—of Mohamed Ali Kamoun, the director‑conductor, and the young red‑haired chorister, who seemed to be the only ones truly enjoying themselves. The event also featured beautiful guest vocalists and delightful junior pianists and singers.
The downside? The orchestra’s improbable look; they urgently need a new wardrobe stylist and hairdresser.
