The great and good of the Dubai fashion world descended on the Madinat Arena to witness what fabulousness Harvey Nichols-Dubai has bought for spring summer 15. Capturing every moment from rehearsals to make-up sittings and showtime, Emirates Woman exclusively filmed the making of the show, just for you…

Entering through a magical, foliage-filled secret garden, giant keys, wrought iron benches and fountains set the scene for a catwalk show filled with wonder. Looks from Mary Katrantzou, Chloé, Kenzo and Isabel Marant were showcased on the runway set in the round and verdant arena; circling a gnome and Wellington boot-laden garden fountain. A sense of whimsy abounded, with models’ hair spun into candyfloss-like beehives and plaits.

The show ended with a party. The DJ, standing on a grass-covered stage, spun tunes by Kiesza while canapés and bubbles were passed around. Attention to detail and a beautiful crowd; now that’s our kind of evening.

Here are some of our favourite images from the Harvey Nichols-Dubai Secret Garden party:

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Guests entered the show through a secret garden

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Local style icon Natalia Stutova with a friend

Sheikh Bin Baker and Natalia Sokolova, Harvery Nichols Fashion Show - Madinat Area - 19th February 2015

Sheikh Bin Baker and Natalia Sokolova

Alex Bowen and Bianca Ellis

Alex Bowen and Bianca Ellis

Lina and Tala Samman HARVEY NICHOLS, EVENT, SPRING SUMMER 2015

Lina and Tala Samman

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Olivia Cantillon and Scott Isbitt

Svetlana Litvinova, Dinara and Kamila

Svetlana Litvinova, Dinara and Kamila

Musaed Al Mutiri at Harvey Nichols spring summer 2015

Musaed Al Mutiri

Sheikh Bin Baker and Natalia Sokolova

Sheikh Bin Baker and Natalia Sokolova

EW's Fashion Features Editor Olivia Phillips, HARVEY NICHOLS, EVENT, SPRING SUMMER 2015

EW’s Fashion Features Editor Olivia Phillips

HARVEY NICHOLS, EVENT, SPRING SUMMER 2015, Alexandria Gouveia, Andrew Nagy

EW’s Online Editor Alexandria Gouveia (wearing WEST LA tee, MSGM skirt, Ethan K clutch and Louboutin heels) with Andrew Nagy

Harvery Nichols Fashion Show - Madinat Area - 19th February 2015

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The fashion crowd hotfotted to the after party

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Images:  Farooq Salik, Alex Atack and Kristina Nabieva

 Video Editing: Surajit Dutta