Yves Saint Laurent’s Fall 09 Manifesto

Mark your diaries for YSL’s Fall 2009-2010 Manifesto scheduled for September 12, 2009.

YSL is hitting the streets again this Saturday, this time to launch their fall 09 Manifesto. 1500 custom cotton tote bag designed by Stefano Pilati will be handed out to passerbys. Keeping in the tradition of the YSL Manifestos, it will be distributed in the streets of the major fashion cities: Paris, New York, Milan, London, Tokyo, Seoul  and Hong Kong.  Head over to Queen’s Road (near Marks & Spencer) at around 12 noon to pick one up.

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Sukin – Affordable Organic Skincare

Organic skincare from the land down under.

Here’s something to think about, did you know that the skincare product you use on your face and body not only gets absorbed into your skin but also into your bloodstream and organs.

This is probably one of the biggest reason many who are aware of this fact chooses organic skincare and beauty products. Sukin Organic Skincare – is a skincare range from Australia that provides a safer alternative for those looking for organic products that are free off harmful ingredients.  Sukin uses natural ingredients to substitute the common harmful ingredients found in most skincare/beauty brands.  It is free from Sodium Lauryl Suphate, Parabens and artificial fragrances.

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Open Air Markets Starts Again for Fall

The Open Air markets will set-up shop again come September as the weather cools down.

If you love browsing out for handicrafts out in the open, you might want to check out the Open Air Market where budding and professional designers, artists and aspiring gourmands set up shop to offer you a taste of their work. There is a variety of local artist, artisans, cooks and entertainers who will be displaying their goods for sale out in the fresh crisp Autumn air. The markets are set-up in 2 locations: The Pokfulam Markets and The Peak Galleria market.

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JFT Flagship Store Opens in Hong Kong

Trendy Japanese lifestyle shopping complex opens in Causeway Bay.

JFT is a three-storey shopping complex model after the famous Shibuya-109 in Japan.  A retail space with a total area of 24,000 square feet, this mega complex offers an intense concentration of  over 70 hip Japanese, European, US fashion brands and plenty of choice.  Some of the brands in JFT include Roen, HALB, Naoki Takizawa, Delyle, Egoist, Fukuske, Dazzlin and Barak.The store is a welcome addition to Hong Kong shopping mecca status and will be a hit with locals who love cool Japanese designs.

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Celebrity Style: Maggie Cheung

Get some style tips from Maggie Cheung.

Maggie Cheung is one of Hong Kong’s most respected actresses. Born on September 20, 1964, she was raised in England and then later migrated to Hong Kong. Maggie has had over 70 films since she started working. She’s also famous for being the first Asian who has won a Cannes film festival award. Other awards under her belt include Berlin Best Actress award, five-time Hong Kong Film Award and five-time Taiwan Golden Horse Chinese actress from Hong Kong award.

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