Emirati Women's Day: A Celebration Of Female Entrepreneurship In Dubai
Emirati Women's Day is a fantastic occasion to honour the accomplishments of Emirati women in Dubai. Supporting local, women-owned businesses is a great way to celebrate. Yango Maps offers a dedicated guide to these spots, helping you find the fastest route to explore them.
From fashion and beauty to wellness and culinary delights, these businesses showcase the entrepreneurial spirit and creativity of Emirati women.
Human & Beings
One such business is Human & Beings, a unique concept store in City Walk. Founded by Hamda Abbas, Zainab Al Shaikh, and Mariam Al Khan, it offers sustainable fashion, accessories, beauty products, and homeware in a relaxed atmosphere.
Arcadia by Amna
Amna Al Habtoor launched Arcadia by Amna in 2015 after leaving her marketing job in the automotive industry. This niche perfumery focuses on sustainable, paraben-free scents that evoke nostalgia. Arcadia's unisex perfumes, candles, and gift sets are crafted with high-quality ingredients, making it a global brand rooted in Dubai.
Odeem
Fatma Al Otaiba founded Odeem in 2020 as a luxury handbag brand aiming to be to the UAE what Chanel is to France. Odeem offers handcrafted bags made from exotic leathers, providing timeless pieces that every fashionista will adore.
Peacefull
Salama Mohamed's Peacefull is a popular skincare brand catering to Middle Eastern skin using Korean skincare technology. Inspired by her journey with vitiligo, Salama created inclusive products suitable for all skin types. Peacefull's unisex skincare line is available across Sephora stores.
SALT Burger
SALT Burger was co-founded by Emirati Amal Al Marri and Saudi Deem Al Bassam. Starting as a food truck, it has become a regional favourite for wagyu beef sliders and more. The menu includes vegetarian and gluten-free options. SALT's success led to Parker's creation, known for its Truffle Burger.
Cocoville
Ayesha Al Hashmi founded Cocoville after leaving her banking career. This boutique chocolate shop specialises in handmade truffles and chocolate drinks made from luxury French chocolate. Their signature Coco Pod is a dramatic dessert involving molten chocolate poured over dry ice-filled pods.
Vanilla Sukkar Cafe
Vanilla Sukkar Cafe was created by Dr Kaltham Kenaid and Fatma Saifan as the UAE's first Emirati sourdough bakery. Located in Jumeirah, it offers cookies, cakes, savoury danishes, focaccia, all free from commercial yeast in a cosy setting filled with books and plants.
She Burger
Sheikha Eissa started She Burger from her home kitchen in Mirdiff. It has grown into one of Dubai's beloved burger joints with signature burgers and monstrous fries that even impressed His Highness Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum. She Burger now has locations across Dubai and is expanding internationally.
Mitts and Trays
Mitts and Trays was launched by Chef-owner Amna Al Hashemi as the first female chef in the UAE to open her own restaurant. Starting as a home bakery, it now offers gourmet dishes focusing on health and nutrition across multiple locations in Dubai.
Cinema Akil
Cinema Akil was created by Butheina Kazim as the UAE's only independent arthouse cinema located in Alserkal Avenue. Housed in a converted shipping container, it offers curated films from around the world providing an alternative to mainstream cinema experiences.
Centre for Musical Arts
Tala Badri founded the Centre for Musical Arts (CMA) as the first female Emirati music graduate dedicated to providing quality music education in the UAE. CMA offers individual music instruction to group classes making high-quality music education accessible for all ages.
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