Hong Kong Shopping Guide: Outlet Shopping in North Point

Discover outlet shopping in North Point.

Dickson Fashion Square at Olympia Plaza

When you think of high-fashion shopping destinations in Hong Kong, North Point doesn’t instantly spring to mind. But amongst the street markets and local restaurants, there are some designer bargains to be had. We made it our mission to check out the outlet shops in North Point, checking off stores that have closed or cannot be found.  Here’s Butterboom’s top 5 outlet shops in North Point.

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Miuccia Prada’s Roaring Twenties Costumes for The Great Gatsby

The Prada and Miu Miu designer created costumes for this lavish film.

Lead actress Carey Mulligan (image from Harpers Bazaar)

For flapper and fashion fans alike, The Great Gatsby, is sure to be one of the best looking films of 2013. Director Baz Luhrmann and costume designer Catherine Martin scored the ultimate collaboration when they bagged Miuccia Prada, the woman behind Prada and Miu Miu, to help design the deliciously decadent costumes.

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To Covet: Prada’s Spazzolato Mini Tote

Jump on the mini bag trend with Prada’s patent tote.

Mini bags were everywhere on the Spring Summer 2013 runways and we are happy to see them arriving in stores. We love this offering from Prada; an eye-catching and tactile mini tote made from the finest spazzolato leather.

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To Covet: Prada’s Pochettes

Small in size, big on style.

For spring 2013, make sure you keep up with the micro-bag trend with this gorgeous miniature pouch from Prada. Made from the finest saffiano leather, these Pochettes will add a refreshing pop to your spring wardrobe while delivering big on the chic-o-meter.

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Prada’s Spring 2013 Slippers

The classic slipper with a fresh new twist.

Whether you call them dress loafers or you call them slippers, you can’t deny that they have been dominating the shelves of late. The great thing about this trend is not only that they are super comfortable, but also there is almost endless scope for decoration and embellishment. Look no further than Prada’s playful offerings to see just how much fun you can have.

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Prada’s Toffee Coated Pumps

Prada’s strong shoes.

Prada’s shoes for fall 2012 looks like sculpture pieces dipped in toffee like toffee apple. We can’t help but look and think they are a little strange for us. The dual colour shoes with black top and flared heels look like something out of the 70s however we like the shinny laquer colour of this red pair.

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Prada Re-Edition Collection for MET Exhibition

New Yorkers can own a piece of Prada history.

Here’s something that will titillate Prada fans. And here’s what. The fashion house presents a re-edition collection of some of their iconic bags specially for the Schiaparelli and Prada: Impossible Conversations exhibition that’s held at the New York Metropolitan Museum.

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