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Shopping By elaine ee photographs By Darren soh Singapore 1. What used to be the mainstay of international brands is noW seeing a crop of quality singapore-driven offerings that make shopping in the lion city more original than ever o r c h a r d r oa d TA N G S 310 Orchard rOad ta n g s .c O m . s g Singapore’s homegrown depar tment store has come a long way since it was first set up in 1932. From a small store selling curios and handicraf ts, it now boasts a mix of international and Singapore brands in fashion, hollowware, travel and beauty, all housed in its landmark pagoda building. 2. AShLey IShAM # 0 1 -2 7 a n d # 02- 07 Orchard centr al , 181 Orchard rOad a shl e y ish a m .cOm Glamorous eveningwear from Singapore’s high-fashion designer — whose gowns have graced the catwalks of Paris, Milan and New York — fill the first floor of this luxurious boutique. On the second floor is the Parlour, where fine cakes, pastries, champagne and cock tails await. ALLdreSSedup # 0 2 - 3 7 Pa r a g O n , 290 Orchard rOad a l l d r e s s e d u P. c O m The best Singaporean designers like poster boy Sven Tan end up with alldressedup, a contemporar y, urban women’s label gone global. Expect sophistication and edge and a bit of attitude in the clothes, accessories and bags. The hANSeL ShOp # 0 2 - 1 4 m a n d a r i n g a l l e r y, 333a Orchar d rOad ilOv eh a nsel .cOm A darling of local fashion design, Jo Soh of fers her stylish and quirky creations at her own boutique. Look out for autumn/winter 2012 collection The Puffin, which features oh-sofun casual dresses, or earlier collections like Flyaway Donkey with play ful, confident pieces that have become classics. Hansel, incidentally, is the name of the designer’s beloved Jack Russell. 3. M ALM AISON by The hOur GL ASS #01-01 Knightsbridge, 270 Orchard rOad hOurgl a ss.cOm . sg Objet d’art and bespoke, and finely crafted wares — from customized men’s shirts and shoes to artisanal perfume, rare books and cult jewelry — fill this treasure trove, along with The Hour Glass’ signature designer watches. Adding to the wonder are pieces from the owner’s private collection: totems, rare musical boxes, Napoleonic paraphernalia and exquisite taxidermy. e u yA N S A N G #b 4 -3 1 iOn Orch a r d, 2 Orchard turn e u ya n s a n g . c O m Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is made easy at this modern store with premixed ingredients for herbal recipes, and a wide range of herbs and TCM specialists on hand to answer your questions. Physicians are also available at their TCM clinics across the island if you want to pop in for a consultation. STr ANGeLeTS 7 yO n g s i a K s t. str angelets.sg A stone’s throw away from Orchard Road in trendy Tiong Bahru, this eclectic store is curated by a group of architects and interior designers dedicated to bringing shoppers singular and unique furnishings, accessories and curiosities. Singapore’s main shopping belt stretches from Bras Basah in the south to Scotts Road in the north, encompassing the city’s biggest and grandest malls. 1 2 3 48 w w w. r i t z c a r lt o n . c o m http://www.TANGS.COM.SG http://www.HOURGLASS.COM.SG http://www.ASHLEYISHAM.COM http://www.EUYANSANG.COM http://www.ALLDRESSEDUP.COM http://STRANGELETS.SG http://ILOVEHANSEL.COM http://WWW.RITZCARLTON.COM

Table of Contents for the Digital Edition of Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Winter 2013

Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Winter 2013
Contents
Contributors
Editor’s Letter
President's Letter
Falling in Love With ... Beijing
Design
Technology
On the Boulevards
Shopping
Jewelry
Watches
Family
Local Knowledge
Outdoors
Puerto Rico
Montreal
Culinary
Let Us Stay With You
Heritage

Ritz-Carlton Magazine - Winter 2013