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Shopping H ua i H a i R oa d Constructed in the early 20th century, this is where you’ll find established department stores abutting petite boutiques. 4. Shang Xia S L 1 - 0 1 , 1 / F, S o u t h t o w e r , 283 huaihai MiddLe road 86-21-6390-8899 Shang-xia.coM Rare zitan wood furniture. Fine eggshell porcelain dishware. Coats made from hand-pulled Mongolian cashmere. These are just a few of the exquisite, artisan-made objects from the only Chinese brand backed by French luxury goods purveyor Hermès. For anyone interested in the future of contemporary fashion and design in China, this store is a must. 5. T w i n V i l l a S 796 huaihai MiddLe road 796huaihaiLu.coM Home to Richemont’s two biggest brands — Dunhill and Vacheron Constantin — these two recently renovated Frenchstyle villas are the ultimate “toys for boys” shopping destination. n E -T i g E r 2 F, L i p p o p L a z a 222 huaihai MiddLe road netiger.coM Designer Zhang Zhifeng directs this brand that sells Western-style evening wear — from cocktail dresses to fulllength gowns — fashioned from top-quality materials produced in Asia, such as Chinese silks and Yun brocade. h E ya n rM. 102, BLdg. 3 1390 huaihai MiddLe road 86-21-6433-1911 Celebrated local designer He Yan is often found hard at work in her boutique, constructing button-up tartan jackets, billowing white shirts and other charmingly offbeat but fashionable creations for both women and men. T U T To c l a r a 1 / F, n o. 6 0 , 927 huaihai MiddLe road 86-136-0185-4958 The look of the 1960 s is a defining moment for designer Claire Zhang, the Shanghainese stylist and fashion designer behind Tutto Clara and its popular mod minidress styles made from fine wools and silks. 3 4 Xintiandi Marked by distinctive 19th-century buildings designed in the Shikumen style, the Xintiandi of today is a Shanghai hot spot that’s as popular with visitors as it is with locals. S h a n g h a i Ta n g 15 xintiandi north BLock, L a n e 1 8 1 , ta i c a n g r o a d 86-21-6384-1601 S h a n g h a i ta n g . c o M Founded by David Tang in 1994, this emporium of Chinoiserie offers whimsical takes on traditional styles. Think: Mao jackets in fuchsia silk satin. There are now eight stores in Shanghai, but the Xintiandi boutique has the best selection of women’s and menswear, accessories and stationery. F ly i n g S c i S S o r S 349-1 zizhong road 86-21-3331-5930 F Ly i n g S c i S S o r S . c n Paraguay-born Chinese leather goods designer Tali Wu grew up listening to ’80s heavy metal, and the chains and zips that embellish his designs speak to this early influence. From clutches to satchels to weekend bags, Wu’s designs are a hit among the city’s trendy set. r a F F l E S P r i VaTo L 2 3 1, 2 4 5 M a da n g r oa d 86-21-3304-1108 Clothing designed by recent grads of Shanghai’s most prestigious fashion college line the racks. Chen Zhigang, who already has won numerous young talent awards, is a featured designer and the one to watch. Uma wang L229, 245 Madang road 86-21-3331-5109 Fashion darling Uma Wang defines Shanghai chic with her deconstructed knitwear pieces. Learn how to get Wang’s layered look from the helpful staff at her flagship store. 3. a lT E r L112, 245 Madang road 86-21-6302-9889 a Lt e r S t y L e . c o M Owner Sonja Long’s modernist sensibility is on display at her gallery-like boutique that stocks styles from established designers — Helmut Lang, Jason Wu and Thakoon — as well as tomorrow’s talent, such as New Zealand’s Camilla and Marc. 5 50 w w w. r i t z c a r lt o n . c o m http://www.SHANG-XIA.COM http://www.796HUAIHAILU.COM http://www.SHANGHAITANG.COM http://www.NETIGER.COM http://www.FLYINGSCISSORS.CN http://www.ALTERSTYLE.COM http://WWW.RITZCARLTON.COM

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

Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Summer 2012
Table of 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