Luxury Brands in Dubai and the Great Marques of the Region

For the great fashion and jewelry houses, the Gulf is not a side market but a priority. Many have opened multi-level flagships here with private salons, made-to-order services and pieces created only for the region, especially around Ramadan and Eid. Clients are known by name, and service is attentive in a way that is rare elsewhere.

Below are the houses with the strongest presence in the region and where to find them. For the malls themselves, see the best malls and souks in the Middle East; for timepieces and high jewelry, our guide to luxury watches and jewelers.

The most rewarding way to shop the great houses is by appointment. Your hotel concierge, or the mall's own personal shopping service, can book private viewings, arrange for pieces in your size to be held, and have purchases delivered to your suite. Early mornings and the late evening hours after dinner are the quietest times.

Dress for the malls is smart casual; shoulders and knees covered is considerate, particularly in Saudi Arabia, Qatar and Kuwait. Read more in our guide to local customs and etiquette.

Base yourself at one of Dubai's finest hotels or a luxury hotel in Riyadh, and if a house's branded residences catch your eye, our guide to branded residences in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Riyadh shows what is on offer.