< Previous60 February 2020 STYLE Jacket, Dhs2,386; shorts, Dhs1,421; sandals, Dhs1,807, all Eudon Choi Fact: wearing co- ords eliminates 50% of outfit- related stress in the mornings Comfy sandals Shorts suit Belt itFebruary 2020 61 STYLE Cardigan, Dhs3,446; vest, Dhs1,831; skirt, Dhs1,687, all Ashley Williams. Sandals, Dhs621, House Of CB Twinsets have shaken off their granny-chic connotations – we love these neon checks Tower-block heels Racer checksJumpsuit, Dhs33,880; necklace, Dhs8,458, both Chanel Jumpsuits are a weekday lifesaver, and as comfy as pyjamas, too – win- win 62 February 2020 STYLEDress, Dhs16,462, Paul & Joe; trainers, Dhs458, Nike A longline bralet and cami knickers make a sexy underlayer Dress, Dhs8,194, Bobby Abley; sandals, Dhs4,531, René Caovilla Anything rainbow- striped is always a yes from us Romance Old-school trainers Floral dresses ’90s heels Shake it February 2020 63 STYLEDress, Dhs11,524; shoes, Dhs3,327, both Nina Ricci Mixing vertical and horizontal stripes stops it all from getting too nautical Photographer Rosaline Shahnavaz at ADB Agency. Model Cai Lee at Wilhelmina. Hair Sven Bayerbach, using Bumble And Bumble. Make-up Jessica Mejia, using Kevyn Aucoin. Fashion interns Nathalie Owen, Simone Williams. Photographer’s assistants Henry Hewitt, Tom Porter Shirt dresses Flat shoes 64 February 2020 STYLEDress, Dhs19,030; shoes, Dhs3,614, both Zimmermann 1,000 buttons: ideal for dates when you’ve promised yourself you won’t sleep with them Lace Monochrome accessories Victorian necklines Statement dresses February 2020 65 STYLE66 February 2020 Follow us on InstagramFollow us on Instagram @CosmoMiddleEast @CosmoMiddleEast LOVE At the farthest-away cinema he could find, a girl saw us and shouted, “You’re disgusting!” Then a message popped up on his phone from “Bae”. GEORGINA Went on a date that was arranged by my mum. I chose the location, drove myself, got there early, and had to pick the food because he didnt know what to choose. During the conversation he started complaining about his ex wife, what he expects from a new wife, and how running daddy’s company is hard. I stopped talking to him shortly after. REES A guy spent the date criticising my holiday destination choices and discussing his political views, then told me off for weightlifting because “women look silly when they’re muscley”. I finished my drink while he was in the loo and left. ROSIE He took me somewhere shady and during the two- hour date, he answered every call and text message he received. SWATI I went on a date to the cinema once, the guy was 45 mins late and hadn’t told me he was running late... I booked and paid for the tickets and he never offered to pay me back. GENEVIEVE It was my second date with this guy. When the bill came he told me “it’s your turn to pay.” GHIDA I went on a date with a guy who hadn’t made any effort with his appearance and who didn’t let me talk at all. As we were walking past the Marina there was a stray kitten to which he said, “Ugh, I hate animals.” So I pulled out my emergency cat biscuits and fed the stray! Needless to say I didn’t hear from him again. Crazy cat lady 1 - arrogant guy 0. TAMARA In the middle of dinner, he told me he was going to the bathroom and never came back. Not kidding. DIMA At the last minute he cancelled our date. He asked me out twice more (and cancelled). The third time I waited, he didn’t show up or answer his phone. So I pampered myself at a salon and he called and said he fell asleep. I said “No!” after that! LISA Got a dating nightmare to share? Share on Insta using #CosmoWorstDates or DM us @Cosmomiddleeast Worst dates ever! Hey, we’ve all been there...February 2020 67 Follow us on InstagramFollow us on Instagram @CosmoMiddleEast @CosmoMiddleEast LOVE And my god, kudos to every Cosmo reader who chooses the 14th for a first date. By SARAH WELDON This is the kinda V-Day you’re REALLY having Have you ever scheduled a first date *on* this day? 59% I’m not a masochist! 36% Buy me pizza and I might be open to it. 5% More than once, TBH. Okay, but what about Galentine’s Day? 59% I’ll go to a party if a friend hosts one. 21% I feel nothing about this. 20% I am Leslie Knope; Leslie Knope is me. Pls apologise to this chocolate immediately. C O S M O Q “I went to a Fifty Shades screening by myself.” “I made a pillow fort in the living room, ordered a ton of sushi, stocked up on bubbles, and watched movies.” “My mum and I ate our body weight in chocolate-covered fruit.” “Every year, I fall asleep by 9 p.m. alone in my bed. It’s glorious.” “I said see you never to him via text. Oh well.” PLANS THAT DON’T SUCK Do you actually do Valentine’s Day? 58% If I’m in a serious relationship, yes! 25% Starting February 1, I only eat heart candy and buy vending machine stuffed animals. 17% I would rather vom. I know that’s harsh, but yeah. Wanna weigh in? Follow us on Insta for our next poll. OH HEY! Would you be upset if your other half didn’t want to celebrate? 77% Low-key, yes. But it wouldn’t ruin us. 15% I’d be upset if they wanted to. 8% It’s a deal breaker, and I don’t care who knows it. And your ideal plan is what exactly? 66% Maybe something chill with my S.O. involving takeout and Netflix. 27% A fancy dinner. It’s a classic for a reason. 7% IDEK, but my roommate will probably make me watch When Harry Met Sally...68 February 2020 Follow us on InstagramFollow us on Instagram @CosmoMiddleEast @CosmoMiddleEast LOVE w Fashion Help him up his style game with these no nonense fashion guys that will look good on any guy 1.MONT BLANC Customized Card Holder, Dhs580 2.COLE HAAN Sneakers, Dhs685 at colehaan.com 3.BERSHKA T-shirt, Dhs199 at Bershka 4.ZARA Coat, Dhs649 at Zara 5.COMMON PROJECTS Chelsea Boots, Dhs2,243 at mrporter.com 6.TED BAKER Weekend Bag, Dhs664 at Ted Baker 7.CUTLER AND GROSS Sunglasses, Dhs1,254 at mrporter.com 8.TOMMY HILFIGER Belt, Dhs239 at asos.com 9.FAVRE-LEUBA Wristwatch, Dhs7,410 at Rivoli Boutique Valentine’s Day gifts for him Whether you’ve been dating a few months or a few years, we’ve got a gift for every occasion that’ll remind him of the reason he swiped right... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 COMPILED BY SARA ALHUMIRI & NIMOTALAI OKIFebruary 2020 69 Follow us on InstagramFollow us on Instagram @CosmoMiddleEast LOVE 1.BOLIN WEBB R1 Three-Piece Shaving Set, Dhs460 at mrporter.com 2. DERMALOGICA Get Glowing Kit, Dhs105 at nissnass.ae 3.MISSHA Missha’s Light Up BB Cream for Men (Normal Skin), Dhs101 at misshame.com 4.CREED FRAGRANCES Creed Aventus Eau de Parfum (50ml), Dhs773 at selfridges.com 5.LUSH VALENTINE’S 2020 RANGE Aubergine Bath Bomb, Dhs45 6.GENTLEMEN’S HARDWARE Beard Buddy Kit, Dhs105 at namshi.com 7.SOLARIS LABORATORIES NY The Microneedle Tool, Dhs91 at ounass.ae Grooming You love his beard, but he’s been using the same trimmer since he was 14. It’s time to up the grooming game 1 2 3 4 5 6 7Next >