{"id":77622,"date":"2025-12-16T09:52:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-16T09:52:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.apparelgroup.com\/en\/?p=77622"},"modified":"2026-01-02T09:54:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-02T09:54:00","slug":"apparel-group-hosted-martha-stewart-for-grand-opening-of-her-flagship-store-at-mall-of-the-emirates","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.apparelgroup.com\/en\/news\/apparel-group-hosted-martha-stewart-for-grand-opening-of-her-flagship-store-at-mall-of-the-emirates\/","title":{"rendered":"Apparel Group Hosted Martha Stewart for Grand Opening of Her Flagship Store at Mall of the Emirates\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-resized\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.apparelgroup.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/apparel-group-hosted-martha-stewart-for-grand-opening-of-her-flagship-store-at-mall-of-the-emirates-img-1024x683.webp\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-77623\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.5000257559367434;width:707px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dubai, UAE, December 2025&nbsp;&#8211;&nbsp;<\/strong>Apparel Group, in partnership with Marquee Brands, proudly hosted global lifestyle icon Martha Stewart for the official grand opening of her flagship store at Mall of the Emirates. The event marked a milestone in the partnership, bringing Stewart\u2019s signature approach to inspired living&nbsp;to&nbsp;the UAE.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The event&nbsp;commenced&nbsp;with a ceremonial curtain opening led by Martha Stewart alongside Mrs.&nbsp;Sima&nbsp;Ganwani&nbsp;Ved, Founder and Chairwoman of Apparel Group, setting the stage for an inspiring panel discussion on Women Building Legacies. The conversation, moderated by&nbsp;Priti&nbsp;Malik, saw both Martha and Mrs.&nbsp;Ved&nbsp;share insights on creativity, entrepreneurship, and building enduring global brands, resonating deeply with attendees and industry leaders.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Key influencers and media partners were invited to engage with the speakers during the Q&amp;A&nbsp;session, and&nbsp;had the unique opportunity to receive personally signed copies of Martha Stewart\u2019s books. Guests also experienced a thoughtfully curated event setting, featuring a themed flower cart, bespoke food and beverage stations, and a Polaroid photo booth capturing memorable moments. As a special touch, attendees received gift bags&nbsp;containing&nbsp;Martha-recommended bakery sets, reflecting the brand\u2019s signature approach to beautiful, functional living.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThis opening is a celebration of creativity, design, and the art of inspired living,\u201d said Martha Stewart. \u201cIt was wonderful to connect with audiences here in Dubai and share my vision for everyday life made extraordinary.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sima&nbsp;Ganwani&nbsp;Ved&nbsp;added, \u201cHosting Martha Stewart at Mall of the Emirates with Apparel Group was a true moment of pride. Her dedication to excellence and her legacy of inspiring beautiful living aligns perfectly with our mission to bring globally admired lifestyle brands to the region.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Through this flagship launch, Apparel Group continues to strengthen its partnership with Marquee Brands, redefining retail experiences in the UAE by offering innovative, immersive, and world-class lifestyle destinations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Apparel Group:<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apparel Group&nbsp;is&nbsp;a&nbsp;multibillion dollar&nbsp;conglomerate since 1996 based in Dubai, UAE, with a growing network of 2,500+ stores and a diverse portfolio of 85+ international brands across 14 countries. The Group has&nbsp;established&nbsp;a strong presence in the GCC\u2014Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, and Oman\u2014and continues to expand across key markets including India, Southeast Asia, South Africa, and Egypt. 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The event marked a milestone in the partnership, bringing Stewart\u2019s signature approach to inspired living&nbsp;to&nbsp;the UAE.&nbsp; The event&nbsp;commenced&nbsp;with a ceremonial curtain opening led by 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