Coastal service

Coral zoo; it's a concept as worrying as tree museums, but don't worry: the collection bearing that name has nothing to do with endangered species. Neither does it rely on treasures from the sea. Made of porcelain, the items, including a tea jar (right; $1,500), feature whimsical hand-painted marine motifs by an American gift company called Fringe Studio. The outfit also produces candles (far right; $260) boasting delicate botanical and other designs. The products are sold at X Quisit's two stores in Hong Kong: 76 Wellington Street, Central, tel: 2526 1660; and Lobby Floor, InterContinental Hotel, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, tel: 2369 6292.