https://www.scmp.com/rss/518079/feed The latest news on Lane Crawford, Hong Kong and mainland China retail company and department store chain, including luxury lifestyle news and updates. en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Gavin Yeung Gavin Yeung Le Le To celebrate its 10th anniversary, ZS Hospitality Group introduces Le Le, a progressive Vietnamese concept rooted in the heritage of the group’s chairwoman, Elizabeth Chu Yuet-han. Named after Vietnam’s famed whistling duck, the restaurant explores the intersection of Indochinese vibrancy and Cantonese technique. Led by chefs Elvin Lam and Le Minh Duc, the kitchen elevates childhood staples such as pho and xoi man through a fine-dining lens. The moody, indigo-accented space functions as a... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3348823/hong-kongs-hottest-new-openings-le-les-launch-thong-smiths-debut?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3348823/hong-kongs-hottest-new-openings-le-les-launch-thong-smiths-debut?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 06 Apr 2026 07:00:12 +0000 Vincenzo La Torre Vincenzo La Torre The co-founder of streetwear brand Clot and retail store Juice with Edison Chen, Kevin Poon, known to friends as KPee, is one of the most connected creatives in Hong Kong and beyond. The “cultural entrepreneur” is also behind coffee chain Elephant Grounds, and high-end venues such as bar Cardinal Point, and is a key player in the city’s art scene. A regular at fashion week in Paris, Poon has A-listers such as Pharrell Williams, Takashi Murakami, Kaws and David Beckham on speed dial. How do you... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3345565/their-words-kevin-poon-unpacks-his-favourite-trends-hong-kong-and-beyond?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/icons-influencers/article/3345565/their-words-kevin-poon-unpacks-his-favourite-trends-hong-kong-and-beyond?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 10 Mar 2026 11:00:08 +0000 SCMP Style Reporter SCMP Style Reporter What if you could turn your beauty routine into a pursuit of some very desirable extras? That’s the approach of Lane Crawford’s HK$8.8M Beauty Rewards Programme. It lets you earn your first stamp when you spend HK$500 on beauty products. Then, you have until March 31 to collect up to 30 stamps via the Lane Crawford app. Stamps can be redeemed for a rotating line-up of freebies, with new choices dropping every two weeks. Redemption levels are set at five, 10 and 30 stamps, which means you face... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3343472/style-edit-lane-crawfords-smartly-curated-programme-beauty-rewards?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/beauty-news/article/3343472/style-edit-lane-crawfords-smartly-curated-programme-beauty-rewards?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 16 Feb 2026 02:00:29 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney 2026 is the Year of the Horse in the Chinese zodiac, running from February 17, 2026, until February 5, 2027. Although several luxury brands already draw on the horse motif, others have released dedicated capsule collections and one-off pieces to welcome in the New Year, which is said to bring themes of speed, passion and renewed motivation. From festive campaigns and inspirations to hot new product launches featuring horse emblems and auspicious red and gold tones, here’s what’s worth browsing -... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3341363/15-luxe-gifts-year-horse-brands-including-chanel-hermes-and-jellycat?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3341363/15-luxe-gifts-year-horse-brands-including-chanel-hermes-and-jellycat?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:00:11 +0000 SCMP SCMP We have selected seven stories from this week’s news across Hong Kong, mainland China, the wider Asia region and beyond that resonated with our readers and shed light on topical issues. If you would like to see more of our reporting, please consider subscribing. 1. Chinese military says it is developing over 10 quantum warfare weapons The People’s Liberation Army said more than 10 experimental quantum cyber warfare tools were “under development”, many of which were being “tested in front-line... https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3339974/chinas-quantum-warfare-weapons-rising-star-quits-us-scmps-7-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/world/article/3339974/chinas-quantum-warfare-weapons-rising-star-quits-us-scmps-7-highlights?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 16 Jan 2026 04:12:09 +0000 Sheena Khemaney Sheena Khemaney Those looking to stay on top of their health-related New Year’s resolutions should check out this latest round-up of product releases from the world of wellness. Everything from functional sportswear to a fitness subscription service is here, designed to encourage you to get – and to stay – motivated. American Vintage Contemporary French brand American Vintage, which was founded in Marseille in 2005, recently launched its first activewear range for men and women. The retro collection features... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/wellness/article/3339541/start-your-2026-wellness-journey-right-hoka-nike-apple-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/wellness/article/3339541/start-your-2026-wellness-journey-right-hoka-nike-apple-and-more?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 12 Jan 2026 22:00:12 +0000 Zhu Wenqian Zhu Wenqian Mainland China’s retail and retail property sectors have suffered another blow amid a fresh wave of store closures by foreign and Hong Kong brands. “The series of closures come as a combined result of their outdated business models and profound changes in the macroeconomic environment,” said Wang Tianshi, an analyst at Shanghai-based LeadLeo Research Institute. “Compared with emerging mainland retailers, Hong Kong and foreign brands often remain under a ‘selling on the mainland’ phase, rather... https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3339368/foreign-hong-kong-retailers-close-stores-mainland-china-amid-changing-dynamics?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/business/china-business/article/3339368/foreign-hong-kong-retailers-close-stores-mainland-china-amid-changing-dynamics?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:30:16 +0000 Ambrose Li Ambrose Li Hundreds of eager shoppers flocked to Fortnum & Mason’s Hong Kong outlet on Saturday for discounted products before the store closed, with staff cutting off the queue two hours after opening. By 2pm, the Post observed a queue of about 100 people stretching along the Tsim Sha Tsui waterfront. Staff began turning customers away from 1pm, advising them to check the shop’s social media platforms for updates. Fortnum & Mason, known as the “king’s grocer” in Britain, announced on Friday that it would... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3339440/worth-wait-hundreds-queue-fortnum-masons-hong-kong-branch-closing-sale?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3339440/worth-wait-hundreds-queue-fortnum-masons-hong-kong-branch-closing-sale?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 10 Jan 2026 09:38:03 +0000 Connor Mycroft Connor Mycroft Fortnum & Mason, the upmarket department store chain that counts the British royal family among its regular customers, has announced that its flagship shop in Hong Kong will close by the end of the month. The British luxury goods brand, known for its speciality teas and food hampers, announced on Friday that the store, which opened in 2019, would also offer discounts of up to 60 per cent ahead of its closure. “We want to share that we have taken the decision to close our store and restaurant in... https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3339352/fortnum-masons-hong-kong-branch-close-january-25-holds-clearance-sale?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/news/hong-kong/hong-kong-economy/article/3339352/fortnum-masons-hong-kong-branch-close-january-25-holds-clearance-sale?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 09 Jan 2026 09:53:06 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Noble Panacea, founded in 2019 by Nobel laureate Fraser Stoddart and CEO Céline Talabaza, is a pioneer in science-driven luxury skincare. Grounded in Stoddart’s award-winning chemistry research, the brand’s proprietary Organic Super Molecular Vessel (OSMV) technology enables the encapsulation of active ingredients at the molecular level, enhancing their potency and ensuring precise, targeted delivery. The company’s latest launch, the Absolute Peptide8 Night Serum, is a groundbreaking formula... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3335357/style-edit-noble-panacea-ceo-celine-talabaza-science-sustainability-and-women-stem?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3335357/style-edit-noble-panacea-ceo-celine-talabaza-science-sustainability-and-women-stem?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Dec 2025 02:00:22 +0000 Fionnuala McHugh Fionnuala McHugh One dank, unlovely morning in January, Ross Urwin sloshed around a Brussels market looking for mid-20th century furniture. He was sourcing pieces for Lane Crawford, which was planning an in-store exhibition during this year’s Art Basel Hong Kong. Urwin, who is a consultant for the store, says, “It was so bloody cold, so depressing and rainy. But it’s what I do.” From 2003 until 2007, he’d been buying director for Liberty of London, and would regularly find himself at dawn clutching a flashlight... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/passions/article/3330211/treasure-hunting-ross-urwin-lifetime-collecting-design-icons?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/passions/article/3330211/treasure-hunting-ross-urwin-lifetime-collecting-design-icons?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Oct 2025 22:00:19 +0000 Cat Nelson Cat Nelson Welcome to our first collecting issue. What drives someone to build a collection? That’s the question, in part, we set out to answer. I am, admittedly and decidedly, an amasser of things but not a collector. I’ve got half of the equation (sentimentality) but lack the intentionality required in curating a set of objects. I open the door and let it all in. But the people in our stories have a much more deliberate approach. We spoke with vinyl obsessives, watch nerds and furniture fanatics – I say... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/passions/article/3330208/week-postmag-collection-obsessions-rare-vinyl-vintage-watches-and-bespoke-furniture?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/passions/article/3330208/week-postmag-collection-obsessions-rare-vinyl-vintage-watches-and-bespoke-furniture?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Oct 2025 04:45:08 +0000 Charmaine Yu Charmaine Yu It is easy to forget to appreciate living in one of the most enviable cities in the world when you have a hectic work week, but the weekends are the perfect time to reconnect with Hong Kong. Here are five things to do in the city this weekend to cure your weekday blues. 1. Tea meditation and sound bath Evolve Wellness in Sheung Wan will combine a series of mindfulness workshops designed to release stress, restore balance and nurture inner peace this Saturday. For just over HK$400 (US$51) per... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/3325112/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-september-12-14?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/3325112/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-september-12-14?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 12 Sep 2025 02:15:09 +0000 Divia Harilela Divia Harilela Glassware is often the last item you choose for your home, mainly because it tends to fall into the more practical – read: boring – category. For years everyday items such as cups, wine glasses and carafes didn’t break the mould when it came to cutting-edge design – but that’s all changing. Glassware is having its moment in the spotlight as it transitions from the dining table into a decorative item used throughout the home. The glassware category now boasts unique products and new players... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3324716/how-modern-designers-are-transforming-glassware-mere-dining-table-staples-decorative-accents?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/design/article/3324716/how-modern-designers-are-transforming-glassware-mere-dining-table-staples-decorative-accents?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 08 Sep 2025 08:00:16 +0000 SCMP Reporters SCMP Reporters It may not feel like it – temperatures are still hovering above 30 degrees Celsius (86 degrees Fahrenheit) most days – but according to the 24 terms in the solar calendar, the “great heat” of the summer ended last week. Here are five things to do in Hong Kong this weekend to mark the start of a new season. 1. No Limits Wellness Day Join Project S gym founder Sarah Wersborg and Olympian swimmer Camille Cheng, who is studying to be a sports psychologist, on August 30 for a few hours of spinning,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3323571/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-august-29-31?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3323571/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-august-29-31?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 29 Aug 2025 03:00:57 +0000 SCMP Reporter SCMP Reporter If all this hot and soggy weather has thrown a spanner in your outdoor plans this weekend, do not despair – there is a heap of indoor events occurring to tide you over. Cinephiles can catch the latest Superman film, while K-pop fans can enjoy a unique festival that turns live concert experiences into immersive cinematic screenings. If K-fashion is more your thing, head to Times Square in Causeway Bay for a pop-up that celebrates hip brands from South Korea. Bars citywide are also hosting a range... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3317790/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-july-11-13-superman-k-pop?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3317790/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-july-11-13-superman-k-pop?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Jul 2025 02:54:18 +0000 Sumnima Kandangwa Sumnima Kandangwa Madara This new Japanese craft-cocktail bar in Causeway Bay’s Yorucho izakaya is led by Rayven Leung, founding bartender of the nearby Takumi Mixology Salon. Drawing inspiration from the Asagimadara (chestnut tiger butterfly), the bar’s warm, wood-accented space accommodates only 10 seats, creating an intimate hideaway in which to enjoy fresh fruit cocktails in the Ginza tradition or more experimental concoctions such as sakura-infused shochutinis and hojicha cosmopolitans. 16/F, Wing Kwong... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3315578/hong-kongs-new-openings-japanese-bar-pastry-pop?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/food-drink/article/3315578/hong-kongs-new-openings-japanese-bar-pastry-pop?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 24 Jun 2025 22:15:08 +0000 Kylie Knott Kylie Knott Like many children, Emilia Li loves arts and crafts and hanging out at the beach. But what makes the Hong Kong eight-year-old stand out from the crowd is Shek O Beach Club, a tie-dye fashion brand she founded with the help of her mother, Jillian Xin. “I called it Shek O Beach Club because Shek O is one of my favourite places to visit,” says Emilia, referring to the beachside village in the southeast of Hong Kong Island. On a damp and grey afternoon in May, Emilia, her mother and her... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3313196/hong-kong-tie-dye-label-co-founded-girl-8-promotes-sustainability-and-tradition?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3313196/hong-kong-tie-dye-label-co-founded-girl-8-promotes-sustainability-and-tradition?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 07 Jun 2025 23:45:08 +0000 SCMP Reporter SCMP Reporter The weekend is upon us and if you haven’t had time to check out what’s going on, don’t stress – we have you covered. Hong Kong Ballet’s new production of Giselle at the Hong Kong Cultural Centre is a must-see, while The Aubrey at the Mandarin Oriental is the place to be if cocktails are your thing. You can have a ball at a workshop on Lantau where you will learn how to make a Thai herbal compress or, if you’re in need of retail therapy, Lane Crawford’s Anya Life pop-up featuring playful products... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3313187/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-june-6-8-cocktails-ballet?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/health-wellness/article/3313187/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-june-6-8-cocktails-ballet?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Jun 2025 02:00:10 +0000 “What is home?” In the past few months that question, printed on the side of an Australian museum’s cloth bag, has followed me around literally and in my head. (Un)settled, with a new Sydney address, I find myself ruminating on my changed circumstances and about familial duty as well as final destination. My “homebound” answer, however, has much to do with a blue, two-storey village house in Sai Kung, in Hong Kong’s New Territories. In the early noughties, that 1,200 sq ft (111 square metre)... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/design-interiors/article/3252769/no-place-home-hong-kong-villages-blue-house-has-evolved-times-remains-place-return?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/design-interiors/article/3252769/no-place-home-hong-kong-villages-blue-house-has-evolved-times-remains-place-return?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 22 Feb 2024 03:15:12 +0000 Dough Beings are the Margiela of the Instagram world. In an age when it’s almost mandatory for a founder to proudly become the face of the company and share his or her personal story, the two sisters who launched this online-only bakery prefer to remain blissfully anonymous – much like the eponymous designer of the French luxury fashion house Martin Margiela (renamed Maison Margiela after he left). How this Hong Kong baker co-founded his cake business at age 12 It also happens to be basically... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/entrepreneurs/article/3250541/hong-kong-bakery-working-ralph-lauren-loewe-and-richard-mille-beloved-luxury-brands-dough-beings?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/people/entrepreneurs/article/3250541/hong-kong-bakery-working-ralph-lauren-loewe-and-richard-mille-beloved-luxury-brands-dough-beings?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 13 Feb 2024 02:00:26 +0000 1. Rituals Cosmetics’ The Legend of the Dragon Rituals Cosmetics’ The Legend of the Dragon golden body scrub (US$26) is formulated with antioxidant-rich plum and soothing cedarwood, and is packaged in a striking design that references the imperial dragons of China. Available at rituals.com. 2. Ouai Scalp & Body Scrub The top-selling Scalp & Body Scrub (US$45) from American beauty brand Ouai contains a heavenly blend of sugar and coconut oil. Use it to gently exfoliate and cleanse your hair and... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/article/3248888/4-luxurious-body-scrubs-will-leave-you-velvety-soft-skin-recommended-beauty-brands-rituals-cosmetics?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/article/3248888/4-luxurious-body-scrubs-will-leave-you-velvety-soft-skin-recommended-beauty-brands-rituals-cosmetics?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 25 Jan 2024 02:00:26 +0000 While a visit to the cabinet of curiosities-like shops of Astier de Villatte has become de rigueur for in-the-know travellers to the French capital, for the rest of us, the company is still a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Known for its handmade ceramics with a vintage vibe, Astier de Villatte is the brainchild of Benoît Astier de Villatte and Ivan Pericoli, who founded the brand in 1996 after meeting as students at Paris’ prestigious Ecole Nationale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts. What started... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3247358/could-astier-de-villatte-x-ikea-collaboration-be-cards-founders-beloved-rustic-french-design-house?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3247358/could-astier-de-villatte-x-ikea-collaboration-be-cards-founders-beloved-rustic-french-design-house?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 06 Jan 2024 04:00:10 +0000 When many of us think about New York, we think of Gossip Girl. And who could forget “It” girl Blair Waldorf’s game-changing fashion, most memorable for the hit headpieces? The smash series was one of the very first pop culture moments that put accessories, for hair in particular, on the map. “It became something that people embraced,” says Jennifer Behr, who founded her namesake luxury accessories brand in none other than the Big Apple itself. “All those years ago, it was this challenge to build... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3245724/how-jennifer-behr-pioneered-slow-fashion-and-made-hair-accessories-cool-blair-waldorf-and-gossip?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3245724/how-jennifer-behr-pioneered-slow-fashion-and-made-hair-accessories-cool-blair-waldorf-and-gossip?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 28 Dec 2023 04:00:19 +0000 Of course we can always rely on Graff and Van Cleef & Arpels to bring the bling whatever the occasion. And they’ve delivered in style this season with a handful of rings rocking huge yellow diamonds or beaded with gold and coloured stones. Then for the more mechanically minded perhaps, we have a natty pair of cufflinks channelling infinity itself for a truly timeless look. Wearable art? Brooches offer high jewellery designers the ultimate freedom Finally, we have a surprising entrant to our... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3244621/winter-2023s-most-impressive-jewellery-pieces-graff-van-cleef-arpels-tateossian-and-byredo-gold?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3244621/winter-2023s-most-impressive-jewellery-pieces-graff-van-cleef-arpels-tateossian-and-byredo-gold?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 14 Dec 2023 06:00:11 +0000 Make a bold statement this party season with a playfully lavish clutch – it’ll have just enough room for all of your evening essentials: lipstick, keys and cards. Our holiday wish list below features four conversation-starting styles, from Aquazzura’s crystal-embellished Kiss Me Minaudière to Judith Leiber’s retro-inspired Brick Phone Call Me. 1. Aquazzura Kiss Me Minaudière Pucker up for the Aquazzura Kiss Me, a clutch you’ll want to hug especially close. 2. Anya Hindmarch Crisp Packet... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3244955/4-quirky-clutches-every-fashionistas-holiday-wish-list-anya-hindmarchs-crisp-packet-design-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3244955/4-quirky-clutches-every-fashionistas-holiday-wish-list-anya-hindmarchs-crisp-packet-design-and?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 13 Dec 2023 12:00:16 +0000 Blinged-out gifts that will make a splash on the big day – and beyond – are guaranteed to make any accessory-lover happy. Some of the little (or not so little) things they’ll cherish? A pair of oversized sunnies embellished with crystals and a precious, pearl-encrusted bag. 1. Alexander McQueen sunglasses 2. Barrette by Jennifer Behr 3. Louis Vuitton perfume Gift guide: 6 super stylish finds for the man in your life 4. Jimmy Choo sandals 5. Valentino Beauty compact 6. Roger Vivier bag https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/luxury-news/article/3244390/style-holiday-gift-guide-6-sparkly-fashion-and-beauty-items-lovers-dramatic-embellished-roger-vivier?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/luxury-news/article/3244390/style-holiday-gift-guide-6-sparkly-fashion-and-beauty-items-lovers-dramatic-embellished-roger-vivier?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 10 Dec 2023 05:00:14 +0000 Designer Jeanne Signoles wants to change how you think about shopping. Not just luxury shopping – grocery shopping. Back to school shopping. Holiday shopping. Whatever kind of shopping you have in mind, Signoles has created a bag for it, from the slimmest of wallets to the most expansive of satchels. Signoles is the founder of L/Uniform, possibly the world’s most understated luxury bag brand. “A luxury bag without the luxury price,” Signoles says of her canvas-based designs, which were inspired... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3244063/l/uniforms-jeanne-signoles-wants-make-your-bags-functional-again-how-french-brand-pioneered-quiet?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3244063/l/uniforms-jeanne-signoles-wants-make-your-bags-functional-again-how-french-brand-pioneered-quiet?utm_source=rss_feed Sat, 09 Dec 2023 06:00:14 +0000 We’re here for you in that moment of panic when you realise you forgot to buy a Christmas present for a beloved – and stylish – family member or friend. Here, in no particular order, are five diverse gift ideas from cool tableware to trainer arcana, as well as some more traditional favourites: skincare and even a scarf! 1. Rejina Pyo Triangle Scarf London-based South Korean designer Rejina Pyo is behind one of the most versatile accessories of the season: the Triangle Scarf. Made of soft alpaca... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3243490/4-great-last-minute-gift-ideas-stylista-your-life-anya-hindmarch-and-rejina-pyo-fashion-aquazzura?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3243490/4-great-last-minute-gift-ideas-stylista-your-life-anya-hindmarch-and-rejina-pyo-fashion-aquazzura?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 04 Dec 2023 08:00:33 +0000 Got a party to go to and want to make a real entrance? Whether you need the big-label polish and panache of high fashion or prefer something more edgy and out there, there’s something guaranteed to turn heads for everyone in this round-up of recent launches. 1. Pucci Supernova collection The swirling patterns and psychedelic colours of Pucci have become a staple of chic summer holiday destinations like Capri and Southern France, but the Florence-based label’s signature creations work all year... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3240214/5-pieces-guaranteed-get-you-noticed-holiday-party-circuit-eye-opening-fashion-chanel-alaia-pucci?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3240214/5-pieces-guaranteed-get-you-noticed-holiday-party-circuit-eye-opening-fashion-chanel-alaia-pucci?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 03 Dec 2023 06:00:16 +0000 Move over Goop and Oprah’s Favourite Things. Lane Crawford, Asia’s iconic department store, recently launched a curated selection of inspiring gifts that will spread joy and wow your loved ones this holiday season. The retailer is celebrating all things merry and bright this Christmas with an enchanted woodland theme inspiring its in-store design as well as its festive packaging. Stores are transformed into magical forests, complete with branches adorned with sparkling lights, dustings of snow... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/luxury-news/article/3242688/style-edit-lane-crawford-brings-christmas-woodland-theme-and-festive-gift-range-hong-kong-goodies?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/luxury-news/article/3242688/style-edit-lane-crawford-brings-christmas-woodland-theme-and-festive-gift-range-hong-kong-goodies?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 26 Nov 2023 02:00:39 +0000 Nature is an endless source of inspiration for all creatives, and for designers working in jewellery, homewares and even fragrances that’s no exception, as this selection of recent releases attests … 1. Elhanati jewellery Danish fine jeweller Elhanati has unveiled a new collection designed in collaboration with renowned Argentinian sculptor and artist Conie Vallese. Crafted by hand in Elhanati’s Copenhagen atelier, each piece celebrates the beauty of organic shapes, entwined in the dark allure... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3239925/5-new-lifestyle-finds-capture-wonder-nature-jewellery-de-beers-and-elhanati-silver-placeholders?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/jewellery/article/3239925/5-new-lifestyle-finds-capture-wonder-nature-jewellery-de-beers-and-elhanati-silver-placeholders?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Nov 2023 08:00:23 +0000 When Ning Lau graduated from university and began working, she started saving money – but not for a future holiday or a deposit on a home. Instead, she had her heart set on buying dolls. “It’s because I really wasn’t able to afford a doll when I was young,” she says. Having grown up poor – Lau’s family lived in a public housing estate in Hong Kong – she remembers becoming enamoured with dolls and having to make her own with tissues and paper. Fast forward 30 years and Lau’s love for dolls has... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/article/3237518/she-makes-barbie-dolls-and-dresses-them-chanel-and-hermes-far-cry-tissue-and-paper-dolls-she-made?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts-culture/article/3237518/she-makes-barbie-dolls-and-dresses-them-chanel-and-hermes-far-cry-tissue-and-paper-dolls-she-made?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 12 Oct 2023 10:15:08 +0000 Known for her timeless and comfortable pieces that eschew short-lived trends, designer Rejina Pyo has built a loyal following among women who want to look well put together without trying too hard. The 40-year-old South Korean established her brand in London in 2014 and learned the ropes of the trade at label Roksanda after graduating from the prestigious Central Saint Martins fashion school. Her brand is available at top retailers like Net-a-Porter and Lane Crawford, and at its boutique in the... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3236990/designer-rejina-pyos-top-fashion-finds-and-lifestyle-tips-british-country-houses-ffern-fragrances?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/lifestyle/leisure/article/3236990/designer-rejina-pyos-top-fashion-finds-and-lifestyle-tips-british-country-houses-ffern-fragrances?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Oct 2023 12:00:27 +0000 It’s often a rarity for legacy fashion houses to pivot and adapt to the zeitgeist, but Yves Salomon stands out as testament to the power of innovation within tradition. Over the past decade, the French luxury fashion brand has somehow managed to do the impossible: balance opulence and extravagance with ethical practices. In the process, this maison has become something of a paradox – a beacon of both sophistication and social responsibility, firmly dispelling the notion that these two ideals... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3236853/style-edit-how-yves-salomon-became-list-approved-face-ethical-fur-rihanna-katie-holmes-and-bella?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/fashion-news/article/3236853/style-edit-how-yves-salomon-became-list-approved-face-ethical-fur-rihanna-katie-holmes-and-bella?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 06 Oct 2023 02:00:12 +0000 Say goodbye to sticky lotions! Powder sunscreens are having their moment in the sun right now – literally – thanks to their easy application, matt finishes and sun defence. When it comes to skincare, sunscreen is non-negotiable. It serves as our frontline defence against the sun’s damaging UV rays and even protects against wrinkle-inducing blue light emitted by everyday gadgets like computers and smartphones. But our usual lotions and sprays often come with downsides: they can leave a greasy... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3234244/5-our-favourite-mineral-powder-sunscreens-2023-la-mers-foundation-derma-es-skin-smoothing-formula?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/beauty/trends/article/3234244/5-our-favourite-mineral-powder-sunscreens-2023-la-mers-foundation-derma-es-skin-smoothing-formula?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 12 Sep 2023 12:00:23 +0000 When the two-bedroom, two-bathroom apartment directly above her own identical flat came on the market, Joanna Lau felt it was too good an opportunity to ignore. She, her husband, Christopher, and two daughters (aged 12 and 14) had been looking for a larger property but nothing matched the stunning Repulse Bay location they had called home for several years. “We like the unit mainly because it is so close to the coastline and we are privileged to have direct, private access to a small beach. “It... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/design-interiors/article/3233584/hong-kong-beachfront-apartment-adds-second-floor-duplex-thats-all-about-sea-view-minimal-decor-and?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/design-interiors/article/3233584/hong-kong-beachfront-apartment-adds-second-floor-duplex-thats-all-about-sea-view-minimal-decor-and?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 07 Sep 2023 04:45:09 +0000 If you were to step into Hula’s expansive showroom in Quarry Bay’s Taikoo Place – the same complex that is home to many of the Hong Kong offices of luxury powerhouse LVMH – you wouldn’t imagine how the brand started out as a second-hand marketplace with a fitful online-only presence. The gist of that warts-and-all description comes from Hula’s founder, Sarah Fung, remembering the struggles of running the company when it first launched in 2017. The market for pre-owned wasn’t so much nascent as... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3231556/why-sarah-fung-launched-hula-her-preloved-luxury-store-hong-kong-disenchanted-all-waste-fashion-she?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3231556/why-sarah-fung-launched-hula-her-preloved-luxury-store-hong-kong-disenchanted-all-waste-fashion-she?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 21 Aug 2023 00:30:09 +0000 All hail Mrs Bieber, an influential A-lister in her own right, her social posts sparking make-up trends and pushing her Rhode Skin range! Regularly seen about town in fashion-forward finds, she is not afraid to change things up – or down – combining sporty separates into a coordinated look for casual occasions, for instance. Back in October 2022, Bieber rocked this very achievable athleisure look complete with flared leggings. This summer, take some style cues from Bieber and invest in... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3230780/how-get-hailey-biebers-effortless-athleisure-street-style-rhode-skin-founder-looks-every-inch-los?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3230780/how-get-hailey-biebers-effortless-athleisure-street-style-rhode-skin-founder-looks-every-inch-los?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 11 Aug 2023 23:00:11 +0000 Emily Lam-Ho is living proof that a girl can truly have it all. Despite being the celebrity daughter of Lai Sun Development mogul Peter Lam and Taiwanese actress-turned-painter Lynn Hsieh, this fashionista is quickly emerging from the shadow of her famous parents. “Having prominent parents is a double-edged sword,” Lam-Ho told us last year. “People do constantly compare me, but I think it’s important not to compare myself because they succeeded in their own right, whereas I’m paving my own... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3230256/inside-hong-kong-heiress-emily-lam-hos-fabulous-life-empact28-founder-attends-gucci-fashion-shows?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3230256/inside-hong-kong-heiress-emily-lam-hos-fabulous-life-empact28-founder-attends-gucci-fashion-shows?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 07 Aug 2023 09:07:13 +0000 Whether you are blinging up for a big night out or need something summery and chic for the beach, we’ve got you covered in Style’s latest round-up of fashionable favourites. And to add that telling final touch, here are ideas for show-stealing accessories, from feather, butterfly brooches and pineapple rings, to bags that think they’re a hat. Meet Antonio Banderas and Melanie Griffith’s fashionista daughter, Stella Paco Rabanne channels Pedro Almodóvar Paris-based label Paco Rabanne pays homage... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3229870/styles-top-6-fashion-finds-summer-pedro-almodovar-inspired-beachwear-paco-rabanne-susie-caves?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3229870/styles-top-6-fashion-finds-summer-pedro-almodovar-inspired-beachwear-paco-rabanne-susie-caves?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 04 Aug 2023 02:00:08 +0000 Amber Symond says her fashion label, Common Hours, which now includes slips, cloaks and gowns, and has collaborated with artists from around the world, appeals to collectors with a discerning eye for detail. What is the meaning behind the name Common Hours? “It is from a quote taken from the American philosopher Henry David Thoreau. For me, for my usage, it represents the notion of a shared human experience – feeling, memory.” Your most recent collection was titled AlleyCat, which was the name... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/fashion/article/3229444/fashion-label-common-hours-founder-creating-collectors-and-themes-inspire-its-limited-edition?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/fashion/article/3229444/fashion-label-common-hours-founder-creating-collectors-and-themes-inspire-its-limited-edition?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 31 Jul 2023 04:45:16 +0000 On a recent visit to Hong Kong, Professor Augustinus Bader and Augustinus Bader CEO Charles Rosier, co-founders of the skincare brand, explained why its retinol serum, combined with its proprietary technology TFC8, will not make your skin burn. What makes Augustinus Bader’s The Retinol Serum different from other retinol products? Augustinus Bader: “The good thing about this product is that we have an extremely low dose of retinol, just 0.6 per cent, much less than a conventional product. A high... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/fashion/article/3224318/retinol-serum-without-drawbacks-augustinus-bader-founders-their-skincare-products-success-and-why?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/fashion/article/3224318/retinol-serum-without-drawbacks-augustinus-bader-founders-their-skincare-products-success-and-why?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 19 Jun 2023 03:15:20 +0000 Widening their search scope, while staying true to their priorities, has paid dividends for two young first-time homebuyers. Newlyweds Helen Chau Hoi Man and Kelvin Li Yee Sing had been house-hunting elsewhere on Hong Kong Island when their agent persuaded them to consider a 1,541 sq ft (143 square metre), high-floor flat in Happy Valley. “We had certain criteria we were very firm on: natural light, high ceilings, and not too old,” says Chau, the owner and principal of Singapore-based private... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/design-interiors/article/3224127/designer-furniture-room-future-baby-hong-kong-home-given-high-end-luxury-treatment-during-renovation?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/design-interiors/article/3224127/designer-furniture-room-future-baby-hong-kong-home-given-high-end-luxury-treatment-during-renovation?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 15 Jun 2023 04:45:15 +0000 Dior held its glittering autumn 2023 show at Mumbai’s Gateway of India – a historic monument that is one of the city’s most-visited attractions – to honour creative director Maria Grazia Chiuri’s long-standing connection to the South Asian country and its exceptional crafts and characteristically exuberant colours. LVMH chief Bernard Arnault is set to visit China in June, after Elon Musk That vividness was present of course, but the collection also showcased more pared back looks that... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3224054/diors-autumn-2023-collection-was-inspired-indias-colour-and-craftsmanship-heres-your-simple-5-step?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3224054/diors-autumn-2023-collection-was-inspired-indias-colour-and-craftsmanship-heres-your-simple-5-step?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 14 Jun 2023 09:14:04 +0000 Contemporary label Jacquemus journeyed to Le Bourget, a charming northern suburb of Paris, to unveil its spring 2023 collection. Models paraded the brand’s straw-strewn circus-inspired stage in an array of upbeat, holiday-ready looks featuring 70s-style prints and skin-baring separates. Amid all the colourful combinations, designer Simon Porte Jacquemus also included a little classic monochrome, perhaps for sunset cocktails or balmy evenings out. Not just Chanel: 5 other luxury brands loved by... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3223526/5-hot-style-picks-summer-get-set-holidays-low-key-fashion-alexander-mcqueen-maison-michel-and-gucci?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3223526/5-hot-style-picks-summer-get-set-holidays-low-key-fashion-alexander-mcqueen-maison-michel-and-gucci?utm_source=rss_feed Tue, 13 Jun 2023 08:00:13 +0000 Michael Wong’s eldest daughter Kayla has been enjoying the Cali life lately. Swapping out the neon lights and towering skyscrapers of her hometown of Hong Kong, her new beachside marital crib in Venice, Los Angeles, is the envy of many, and her latest posts showcase just how gorgeous it is inside too. But it didn’t come cheap. According to 8 Days, the minimalist mansion cost a whopping US$6.1 million. Kayla, 30, reportedly moved to the US after tying the knot with her photographer wife Elaine... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3223509/meet-michael-wongs-lgbt-activist-daughter-kayla-entrepreneur-and-her-new-property-heiress-wife?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3223509/meet-michael-wongs-lgbt-activist-daughter-kayla-entrepreneur-and-her-new-property-heiress-wife?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 12 Jun 2023 05:00:08 +0000 Hilary Tsui Ho-ying is regarded as one of Hong Kong’s most stylish women, thanks to her avant-garde look, but there was a time when she didn’t make the best fashion choices. “When I was younger I always wanted to dress like an OL [office lady]. All I wanted to do was wear Ferragamo flats and headbands. It was a thing back then. I guess when you’re younger you always want to look older than you are,” she says with a laugh. Lady Amelia and Eliza Spencer in Hong Kong: Princess Diana’s twin nieces... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3223269/hilary-tsui-hong-kongs-most-stylish-woman-instagram-influencer-gave-acting-found-fashion-boutique?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/news-trends/article/3223269/hilary-tsui-hong-kongs-most-stylish-woman-instagram-influencer-gave-acting-found-fashion-boutique?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 08 Jun 2023 02:00:08 +0000 As the vice-president of womenswear and kidswear fashion buying at online luxury retailer Mytheresa, Tiffany Hsu has first dibs on all the best pieces from top luxury brands, ranging from Bottega Veneta to Prada. Born in Taiwan, Hsu attended Central Saint Martins art school in London. Before joining Mytheresa in 2017, she worked as a buyer at Lane Crawford in Hong Kong and in London for department store Selfridges. A magnet for street-style photographers during fashion week, Hsu splits her time... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3222977/8-tips-tiffany-hsu-globetrotting-fashion-buyer-mytheresa-taiwan-born-online-luxury-retailer-vp-loves?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/celebrity/article/3222977/8-tips-tiffany-hsu-globetrotting-fashion-buyer-mytheresa-taiwan-born-online-luxury-retailer-vp-loves?utm_source=rss_feed Mon, 05 Jun 2023 08:28:11 +0000 Established in 2014 by Cheryl Leung, Hong Kong-based fashion label Sau Lee first caught our eye with its range of contemporary evening wear and modern take on the cheongsam. While the traditional Chinese dress is often reserved for weddings and other formal occasions, the brand’s fashion-forward interpretations have made it more approachable and accessible. We speak with Sau Lee’s talented creative director and founder about her design inspiration, multicultural upbringing and more. Tell us... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3222453/sau-lee-founder-cheryl-leung-modern-cheongsam-design-talented-creative-director-blends-east-meets?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/luxury/article/3222453/sau-lee-founder-cheryl-leung-modern-cheongsam-design-talented-creative-director-blends-east-meets?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 01 Jun 2023 01:00:13 +0000