< PreviousSPRING 2024 esquir eme.com 70 XXXXXX Philosophy of innovation Hublot changes the way time is told W A TCHES T he Luxury Swiss watchmaker comes off the back of two big years in the spotlight as a major sponsor—and official timekeeper—of both the men’s and women’s FIFA World Cups. Being at the centre of such pivotal sporting events, Hublot has used the last few years to do anything but rest on its laurels, leveraging the spotlight to usher in a new consumer. The brand has unveiled a host of fresh and exciting partnerships with collaborators like Richard Orlinski and Takashi Murakami, showcasing the creative side of Hublot and turning naysayers into loyalists. “At Hublot. We are lucky to work with world- renowned artists and, in turn, create works of art,” says CEO Riccardo Guadaloupe. “The ‘Art of Fusion’ is part of our DNA, and by working PHO T OGRAPHY B Y EFRAIM EVIDOR. S T YLING B Y FL ORENCE WEBBER MP-10 Tourbillon Weight Energy System Titanium, by HUBLOT with artists like Orlinski and his larger-than-life sculptures, we are able to create highly collectable pieces of art for the wrist, as well as showcase how our watches are the perfect fusion between these two worlds.” In Miami in January 2024, the Swiss brand reaffirmed its watchmaking ability by unveiling the new MP-10, a watch Guadaloupe describes as being “created with no boundaries in terms of design, movement or materials.” The MP-10 features no dial, hands or oscillating weight, but instead a roller display with a circular power reserve and an inclined tourbillon, automatically winding by two linear weights. By reinventing the self-winding system it captures the philosophy of innovation that Hublot is renowned for. SPRING 2024 esquir eme.com 71 XXXXXX W hile 2023 focused (pretty much) all of TAG Heuer’s attention on the 60th anniversary of its iconic Carrera chronograph—and gave us a family of new and much-liked “Glassbox” Carrera updates—2024 sees new directions. While the Carrera reappeared in January’s LVMH Watch Week in Miami in a form of two new chronographs (a single-register with date and a tourbillon-equipped version, both with minty metallic green dials), for us the real showstopper was at the other end of the brand’s offering. Chasing the sun The smaller sized TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 200 Solargraph is grabbing all the attention The Aquaracer Professional 200 Solargraph is a quartz-driven watch powered not by a battery but by solar radiation gathered through the dial by a light-sensitive cell. First appearing in 2022, and then issued in a titanium version, the Solargraph released last week is in a diminutive 34mm. You might think 34mm makes this strictly a woman’s watch. But in the last few years, trends to more discreetly sized watches have eclipsed the behemoths of the aughts. Nowadays, smaller looks better than ever. A Q U ARA CER PROFE SSIONAL 200 SOLARGRAPH , TAG HEUER IMA GE : SUPPLIED W A TCHESXXXXXX The refresh: Spring A new season calls for a new grooming routine. Here, we walk you through the best ways to prep your skin, hair, and body for the warmer weather ahead. From antioxidants that safeguard skin cells to sunscreens for your face and your hair, here’s how to ditch the heavy stuff, protect yourself, and stay happy and comfortable until it’s time to switch things up again By Garrett Munce 1_BUMBLE AND BUMBLE BB SUNDAY SHAMPOO Use this deep-cleaning shampoo once a week for a total reset. Botanical ingredients help whisk away buildup like sweat and oil, leaving behind a natural shine. It’s especially handy if you spend a lot of time in the pool, since chemicals can stick around and make your hair look lifeless. QAR 110 2_OLAPLEX NO. 4D CLEAN VOLUME DETOX DRY SHAMPOO This clear, oil-absorbing dry shampoo is a great option for degreasing your scalp between washes without leaving any white residue. Bonus: It can also be used as a weightless styler to pump up your hair’s volume all day long. QAR110 3_ORIBE INVISIBLE DEFENSE PROTECTION SPRAY Think of this as sunscreen for your hair. The spray not only infuses dry, frizzy, or colour-treated hair with moisture, but it also protects it from UV rays and other damaging environmental factors, like pollution. If you use a blow-dryer, apply this before you power it up, but even if you don’t, a few spritzes help keep your hair in check. QAR160 h a i r GR OO MING 1 2 72 XXXXXX b od y 1_DR. BARBARA STURM ALOE VERA GEL Put down the neon-green tub of drugstore “aloe” gel and use this 90 percent aloe formula when you’re feeling a little crispy. The cooling, anti-inflammatory properties will soothe a sunburn— and the tight, tingling sensation that accompanies it. QAR275 3_UNLIMITED BY DEGREE ANTIPERSPIRANT DEODORANT DRY SPRAY When the mercury rises, the right deodorant is your best friend. This new dry spray contains SmartAdapt technology, which responds to triggers like heat and movement to release fragrance and control sweat based on what you’re doing at any given moment. QAR35 2_DUNE THE BOD GUARD SUNSCREEN Take all your gripes about sunscreen (greasiness, white cast) and forget ’em. This translucent gel glides onto your skin without a trace of white, provides broad- spectrum sun protection, and hydrates without clogging your pores. QAR90 4_DOVE MEN+CARE ADVANCED CARE ACNE CLEAR BODY WASH When you’re outside more, and sweating a lot more, body breakouts become a real thing. Use this body wash when zits pop up on your back, chest, or anywhere else, advises dermatologist Corey L. Hartman. It contains salicylic acid, a “tried and true” acne-fighting ingredient. “It gets the job done with minimal irritation, and it’s much easier to wash your back than it is to apply [topical acne] products.” QAR35 1 2 3 4 GR OO MING SPRING 2024 esquir eme.com 73 XXXXXX 1_COOLA REFRESHING WATER CREAM SPF 50 When it comes to sunscreen, “anything over SPF 50 is a waste of money and anything below SPF 30 is a waste of time,” says Dr. Hartman. This lightweight cream has all-important UV protection (plus protection from other skin-damaging factors, like blue light) and can act as your moisturizer, so you’re not doubling up on products. QAR180 2_BEAUTYSTAT UNIVERSAL C SKIN REFINER Summer is when you want to ramp up antioxidant protection, says Dr. Hartman. The vitamin C in this daily serum helps brighten your skin and smooth out wrinkles. In other words, you’ll look younger. QAR320 f a c e 3_SUNDAY RILEY B3 NICE 10% NIACINAMIDE SERUM If you notice dark spots popping up on your skin after a day in the sun, reach for niacinamide, a derivative of vitamin B3 that helps reduce inflammation and hyperpigmentation. The high dose in this product zaps dark spots and calms your skin. QAR 240 4_WARE POREBOY PORE MINIMIZER + COMPLEXION MATTIFIER Swipe this stick over your forehead, nose, or other shiny areas to instantly mattify them and lessen the appearance of pores. It’s your secret weapon to ensure you don’t look like you’re sweating the small stuff. QAR200. 1 2 3 4 GR OO MING PROP S T YLING : JO JO LI 74 SPRING 2024 esquir eme.comXXXXXX SINC E IT FIR S T GRA C ED OUR NO S TRILS IN 2018 Louis Vuitton’s Ombre Nomad fragrance has rarely been dislodged from the top of the maison’s fragrance best-seller pyramid. The captivating unisex scent blends the rich and warm notes of oud with the sweet and fruity scent of raspberry, creating an Oriental amber woody scent that is both alluring and inviting. And, here’s a hint, it smells even better when layered with other LV elements like Pur Oud, Pur Santal and Pur Ambre Dark side of the bloom Take this Louis Vuitton classic to a whole new level OMBRE NOMADE , LOUIS VUITTON, QAR1,740 PHO T OGRAPHY B Y EFRAIM EVIDOR. S T YLING B Y FL ORENCE WEBBER GR OO MING SPRING 2024 esquir eme.com 75 SPRING 2024 esquir eme.com 76 CO VER S T O R Y WE GO T THIS SELF-DISCIPLINE AND TAREK SALMAN TO IN QATAR FOOTBALL’S BY MA TTHEW PRIES T PHO T OGRAPHY B Y S AM RA W ADI • S T Y L ING B Y LA URA J ANE BRO WNSPRING 2024 esquir eme.com SELF-BELIEF HAS INSPIRED BECOME A ROCK GOLDEN GENERATION CO VER S T O R Y Adicolour Classics 3-Stripes Polo Shirt, QAR240; Monogram Crew Sock, QAR65, both by adidas. Men’s Sequin Boucle Skater Shorts, QAR4,715, by AMIRI. Leather Penny Loafer, QAR825, by COS 77 SPRING 2024 esquir eme.com 78 CO VER S T O R Y T arek Salman has a black eye. The night before he meets with Esquire for his covershoot, his beloved Qatar national team defeated Kuwait 3-0 to remain on course to qualify for the FIFA World Cup 2026. During the game, the versatile defender stooped to head the ball clear from his area, and received a boot in the face for his troubles. Add that to the strapped up broken finger that he is already nursing, and it is clear that, when required, Salman is ever-ready to put his body on the line for both club and country. Salman is enjoying a good year. Still just 26, he already commands an ever-present role at the heart of Al Sadd SC’s backline, helping marshal them to the top of the Qatar Stars League with the country’s stingiest defence. But it is his steadfast performances for the Qatar national team that helped form the defensive bedrock in which the country’s historic AFC Asian Cup triumph in February was built. A few month on, the country is still basking in the glow of retaining its status as Champions of Asia. In terms of an achievement, the victory on home soil is arguably even more meaningful than when they won the same tournament in the UAE five years earlier. Going into the competition, as both hosts and favourites, the level of pressure on the team to deliver was at an all-time high. Salman and his teammates duly responded in imperious fashion by romping through the Group stage (without conceding a single goal), overcoming a series of tricky obstacles in the knock-out stages (including a nervy penalty-shootout against Uzbekistan), before beating Jordan 3-1 in the Final. The euphoria that greeted the sound of the full-time whistle helped close the chapter in this major moment in Qatar’s footballing history—one that started back in 2010 when the country was announced as the host the FIFA World Cup 2022. At the World Cup, off the field, the nation was embraced by the global football community, however, the on-pitch performances somewhat underwhelmed for this talented set of players often referred to as the ‘Golden Generation’. This year’s Asian Cup was entirely different. This time Salman and the team confronted the pressure head-on and disarmed it with scintillating displays powered by self-belief and a passionate fanbase. “The Asian Cup victory certainly provided Qatar with a sense of redemption following our World Cup performances. It affirmed our progress and potential in international football.” Salman tells Esquire Qatar following the photoshoot in and around the contemporary architecture of Doha’s Msheireb Downtown area. He’s in good spirits—and why wouldn’t he be? Salman is not only living the dream of every young Qatari kid, but by being a pivotal part of its success, is also showing an entire new generation that anything is possible. Black-eye and broken finger be dammed. As a player what does winning the recent AFC Asian Cup mean to you? It is not only the biggest achievement in my football career, but it is also the realization of a life-long dream. It was the culmination of years and years of dedication and hard work, and I see it as a testament to that perseverance. Being part of the team was a validation that I am showcasing my skills on an international level and am among the very best in Asia. What about on a personal level? As a person, winning the AFC Asian Cup was an incredibly profound and emotional experience. It filled me with immense pride to represent my country and contribute to our success on one of the biggest stages. It is a moment of glory that will be cherished forever. Do you feel that winning the Asian Cup was a kind of redemption for the team after the performances at the World Cup 2022? While the Asian Cup victory may not completely erase past World Cup performances, it certainly provided Qatar with a sense of redemption and affirmed our progress and potential in international football. “It filled me with immense pride to represent my country and contribute to our success on one of the biggest stages. It is a moment of glory that will be cherished forever.”CO VER S T O R Y Trefoil Essentials Tee, QAR140; Adibreak Adicolor Track Pants, QAR325; Samba OG Shoes, QAR545, all by adidas La Maille Polo Wool- Knit Sweater, QAR2,430, by DRÔLE DE MONSIEUR SPRING 2024 esquir eme.com 79 Next >