Le French May Presents “An Ode to the Complexion” Exhibition

Monday. 21 May. 2012. 10:33 am

Beauty objects, cosmetics history and more. 

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Hong Kong’s annual French arts festival, Le French May, now in its 20th edition, presents “An Ode to the Complexion” exhibition beginning 23 May to 5 June at Garden Court, Pacific Place. This free exhibition, sponsored by Guerlain, is curated by Anne Camilli and Jean-Marie Martin-Hattemberg. 

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Emphasis’ Token of Love Eyeball Pendants

Friday. 18 May. 2012. 10:35 am

An eye for an eye.

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Emphasis Jewellery presents an interesting addition to their Token of Love collection, a tribute to the miracle of vision. Based on the idea that your eyes are the windows to your soul, the collection consists of orb shaped pendants accentuated by diamonds and encased in removable delicate frames of 18k gold. One particular design presents an orb etched with lines radiating outwards from a centre diamond, meant to resemble an all-seeing eye.

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All Eyes on London with Jimmy Choo’s Union Jack Collection

Wednesday. 9 May. 2012. 10:38 am

Heading the British invasion.

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With the London Olympics approaching, get ready to see the Brits flexing their Union Jacks. In celebration of both the historical event and their British roots, Jimmy Choo is launching an exclusive Union Jack accessories collection for both men and women.

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Spring Footwear Trend 2012: In Full Bloom

Friday. 4 May. 2012. 12:28 pm

Dip your heels into the floral motif for Spring/ Summer 2012.

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Peter Pilotto had futuristic plexi-heels with plastic daffodils in bright colours. The romantic aesthetics at Alexander McQueen never disappoints. We saw a digital illusion at Preen with pixelated prints and a mix of daises and paisley. Wild embellishments aside, Giambattista Valli had brocade of intricate hydrangea on sandals with a chainmail like ankle strap.

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Topshop now in Hong Kong at Harvey Nichols

Wednesday. 2 May. 2012. 10:30 am

Fast fashion enthusiast and fans rejoice – Topshop is now available at Harvey Nichols HK.

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Long gone are the days when you can only find Topshop in other countries or online, the British high street fashion giant has landed in Hong Kong with their best edited collection at Harvey Nichols. Topshop endeavours to bring the most unique and distinctive styles to shoppers at an affordable price.

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A Fashion Trilogy at Pacific Place Starring Diane Von Furstenberg, Chloé and Versace

Tuesday. 24 April. 2012. 9:27 am

A three-part fashion exhibition at Pacific Place.

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Trilogies are often associated with movies whereby after the second one you don’t see why they’re still going. This summer, Pacific Place lends the concept of a trilogy to fashion by presenting a three-week fashion exhibition starting from April 19th. By collaborating with three international brands, Diane Von Furstenberg, Chloé and Versace, each week the Garden Court will be transformed into a spectacle to highlight the different themes encompassed by each brand.

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Burberry to Take Over Lane Crawford Space in Pacific Place

Wednesday. 24 August. 2011. 12:33 pm

British brand set to move into bigger space in February 2012.

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We’ve long known about Seibu in Pacific Place closing to make room for Harvey Nichols… and it looks like one mall isn’t big enough for two luxury department stores! Pacific Place’s Lane Crawford is set to close in February 2012, and a massive Burberry store will be taking its place.

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