https://www.scmp.com/rss/522492/feed Redress is a Hong Kong-based environmental non-profit organisation, founded in 2007, dedicated to accelerating the transition to a circular fashion industry. Headquartered in Sham Shui Po, Kowloon, it works to reduce textile waste and clothing’s environmental impact. Its primary activities include educating designers and consumers, engaging with industry stakeholders and running consumer programmes like clothing drives and The Redress Closet. Notably, Redress organises the Redress Design Award,... en https://assets.i-scmp.com/static/img/icons/scmp-meta-1200x630.png https://www.scmp.com Charmaine Yu Charmaine Yu It has been a whirlwind week in Hong Kong – a city, which in the past few days, has been the host of Art Basel Hong Kong, Art Central, Asia’s 50 Best Restaurants awards and much more. For those seeking a more intimate or curated experience away from the major landmarks and large crowds, Hong Kong has many alternative activities, from exclusive guest bartenders to independent pop-up exhibitions and local fitness clubs. Here are five things to do in Hong Kong if you are looking for intimate,... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3348066/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-march-27-29?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/3348066/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-march-27-29?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Mar 2026 02:50:07 +0000 Charmaine Yu Charmaine Yu October has arrived, which means this year’s Mid-Autumn festivities will soon be in full swing. Before your schedule gets filled up with family dinners and celebrations, take a moment this weekend to indulge in a creative party with Sanrio products, or kick back with a Hong Kong noir film. Perhaps you would rather make new friends at a sip-and-paint night or help clean up the coastline to ring in the new season. Here are five things to do this weekend to start October right. 1. Sanrio characters... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/3327651/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-october-3-5?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/3327651/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-october-3-5?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 03 Oct 2025 02:15:06 +0000 Gloria Tso Gloria Tso For over 15 years, Hong Kong-based NGO Redress has been paving the way for a more circular fashion economy in the region, raising awareness of environmental issues and spearheading a number of initiatives aimed at combating clothing and textile waste. Now it’s brought that advocacy all the way to the United Nations in New York, where founder and CEO Christina Dean moderated a panel on September 20, joined by young designers from around the world who are leading the charge when it comes to... https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3327590/redress-takes-circular-fashion-advocacy-un-spotlighting-asias-role?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/magazines/style/fashion/trends/article/3327590/redress-takes-circular-fashion-advocacy-un-spotlighting-asias-role?utm_source=rss_feed Thu, 02 Oct 2025 04:35:23 +0000 Charmaine Yu Charmaine Yu A musical inspired by Hong Kong true crime, delicious Thai-flavoured treats, a sale of preloved clothing worn by local celebrities, and a session of meditation and matcha are among the fun activities happening in Hong Kong this weekend. Read on to find out more. 1. Aricha Gelato and Snack Baby In collaboration with Snack Baby Gelato, Thailand’s Aricha Gelato House will host a pop-up event on September 20-21 in Central. For one weekend only, Hongkongers can get a taste of Bangkok through Aricha’s... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/3325846/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-september-19-21?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/article/3325846/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-september-19-21?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 19 Sep 2025 02:15:07 +0000 Kylie Knott Kylie Knott Hongkonger Dianne Gupta has a laser-sharp sixth sense as she wanders around Mee & Gee, one of her favourite second-hand clothes shops, in Kowloon’s Mong Kok district. Dressed in one of her favourite preloved outfits, the 28-year-old scans the racks with lightning speed. “Some people walk into second-hand shops and feel overwhelmed, but for me it is like a treasure hunt,” she says. It does not take long before something catches her eye: a retro-style dress covered in bright yellow stars. She... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3316745/best-places-shop-second-hand-clothes-hong-kong-avid-buyer-preloved-wear?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/fashion-beauty/article/3316745/best-places-shop-second-hand-clothes-hong-kong-avid-buyer-preloved-wear?utm_source=rss_feed Sun, 06 Jul 2025 00:15:08 +0000 SCMP Reporter SCMP Reporter On the lookout for some weekend inspiration? From a new exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum that highlights historic luxurious carpets commissioned by Islamic rulers, to a genre-bending Chinese/Mediterranean feast – think mapo tofu lasagne – and Brad Pitt’s new film, there is plenty to look forward to over the coming few days. 1. Wonders of Imperial Carpets While carpets are indeed the highlight of this special exhibition at the Hong Kong Palace Museum (HKPM), “Wonders of Imperial... https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3316019/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-june-27-29?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/arts/article/3316019/5-best-things-do-hong-kong-weekend-june-27-29?utm_source=rss_feed Fri, 27 Jun 2025 02:47:57 +0000 Kate Whitehead Kate Whitehead The wellness ritual you can’t live without? We live in Clear Water Bay and can get on some good trails directly from our home. Once or twice a week I like to do a morning run. Exercise is a good stress release and I enjoy the therapeutic benefits of being in nature. The most conversation-sparking object in your home? We have black On The List bags everywhere in the house and in the back of the car. We use them for everything. When the kids were younger, they could fit in them but now they’re a... https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3315631/french-entrepreneur-lifes-about-enjoying-life-and-family-time?utm_source=rss_feed https://www.scmp.com/postmag/culture/article/3315631/french-entrepreneur-lifes-about-enjoying-life-and-family-time?utm_source=rss_feed Wed, 25 Jun 2025 21:15:09 +0000