Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Summer 2012 - Chinese - (Page 48)

Shopping By casey hall photographs By a N D r e W r o W at 1 shanghai China wa s t he worl d’s fir st C oun t ry t o begin produCing t e x t il e s, some 5,0 0 0 y e a r s ag o. t oday, sh a ngh a i, China’s most p opul ous Ci t y, is pioneering a ne w k ind of ChiC French concession Known for its leafy streets and European-style architecture, this area is home to classic custom tailors and cutting-edge fashion boutiques. 1. S o n g Fa n g MaiSon de Thé 227 Yongjia Road 86-21-6433-8283 s o n g fa n g t e a . c o m Downstairs, tea-filled tins line the shelves; upstairs is a tiny but enchanting café. Don’t leave before buying a gift wrapped in the trademark, baby-blue packaging. La vie 306 changLe Road 86-21-6384-7378 Lavie.com.cn Independent designer Jenny Ji is an established star on the local fashion scene. Her brand, La Vie, offers a contemporary take on classic Chinese styles. Lo Lo Lo v e v i n Ta g e fiRst wooden dooR, Lane 87 wuYuan Road 86-21-6433-1789 This vintage lover’s treasure trove sells hats, dresses, designer handbags, shoes and glasses from a variety of eras. 2 . dav e T h e Ta i Lo r w u Y u a n R o a d, L a n e 2 8 8 , n o. 6 86-21-5404 0001 ta i L o R d a v e . c o m Dave K.C. Shiung is a luminary in the world of Shanghai bespoke tailoring. Pieces can be completed and delivered in three to 10 days. 1 The viLLa 1 ta o j i a n g R o a d 86-21-6466-9322 shoptheviLLa.com Overseas designers, local brands and niche labels make up the selection at this designer fashion haven. 2 48 w w w. r i t z c a r lt o n . c o m http://www.LAVIE.COM.CN http://www.SONGFANGTEA.COM http://www.TAILORDAVE.COM http://www.SHOPTHEVILLA.COM http://WWW.RITZCARLTON.COM

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Summer 2012 - Chinese

Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Summer 2012
Contents
Contributors
Editor’s Letter
President’s Letter
Falling in Love With ... Boston
Technology
Design
On the Boulevards
Shopping
Jewelry
Watches
Family Travel
Wellness
Outdoors
Barcelona
Istanbul
Fashion
Culinary
Let Us Stay With You
Heritage

Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Summer 2012 - Chinese