Category: Events

Fashion Centrestage: new collections unveiled for the Elites

A spectacular “Elites” gala was held this September to mark the commencement of the three-day fashion show Centrestage. Festivities opened with showcases from home-grown label FFIXXED STUDIOS and Korean designer Juun.J. 

New Versace collection pays homage to Gianni Versace

On the 20th anniversary of Gianni Versace’s tragic death, his sister Donatella paid tribute to his legacy by launching the Versace Tribute Collection at the Milan Fashion Week.

Drawing inspiration from Gianni’s own collections from the late ‘90s, the models strutted down the runway in vibrant colours and bold patterns that boasted just a dash of retro lines.

Five of Gianni’s greatest muses – supermodels Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, Helena Christensen, Carla Bruni and Claudia Schiffer – were also on hand to mark the occasion.

Bedecked in shimmering gold floor-length gowns, they joined Donatella Versace for the finale, walking down the runway with George Michael’s Freedom playing in the background.

Donatella Versace said, “This collection is a tribute to the life and works of Gianni. We pay homage to not only his artistic genius but to who he was as a man, and above all, as my brother.”

MINI hosts YDC 2017 to support young fashion designers in Hong Kong

Fashion and automobiles have something common in their DNA. They both go a long way in revealing about their owners’ personality.

So it should hardly come as a surprise that iconic carmaker, MINI, known for the unique make of its models MINI Clubman, MINI Countryman and MINI Cooper, has been supporting budding Hong Kong fashion labels for quite some time now.

As a natural extension of that, MINI recently sponsored the Hong Kong Young Fashion Designers’ Contest 2017 (YDC). Young, upcoming designers like Aries Sin, Mim Mak and Derek Chan showcased their talents in the contest.

As a tribute to MINI, each of the designers created small MINI-inspired mementos for the occasion.

Apart from the beautiful designs on the ramp, what caught our attention was the MINI John Cooper Works Convertible which was displayed for the first time at the venue.

Legendary French designer’s private collection on show in Hong Kong

Hong Kong art lovers take note. Highlights of legendary French interior designer Jacques Grange’s personal art collection will be open to public viewing ahead its sale by Sotheby’s France in November.

Drawing from years of experience and travels (Yves Saint Laurent, Princess Caroline of Hanover and Paloma Picasso are just a few of his prominent clients), Grange’s eclectically refined taste is conspicuous in his collection.

Sotheby’s France Vice President Cecile Verdier says, “It’s a huge pleasure to unveil Jacques Grange’s personal collection to the public. Discovering his private world makes clear in an instant why the world’s greatest collectors clamour to call on him.”

The sale will feature 150 different items encompassing modern artworks, photographs, 19th century drawings and Symbolist works.

Art enthusiasts will be able to spot works by Pablo Picasso, François-Xavier Lalanne, Alexandre Noll and Damien Hirst on display.

The selection will be on show at the HK Exhibition Centre from 29 September to 2 October, alongside Sotheby’s Hong Kong Autumn Sales. Don’t miss out!

In the spotlight: Moiselle’s recent fashion show stops traffic at Hong Kong

International fashion brand, Moiselle, literally brought traffic to a halt, as it organised a fashion show in open air on Duddell Street in Central to showcase its Fall/Winter 2017 collection. Styled in the manner of a street fashion party, Moiselle’s “STOP THE TRAFFIC” party was a celebration of its 20th anniversary.

Creative Director Harris Chan reached out to his muses to walk in the commemorative Fall/Winter 2017 show. People from different walks of life like Candy Chuang, Yvonne Fong, Mingzi Ye, Zing, Jonathan Cheung, Natalie Chan, Antonia Li and many more walked the ramp, along with 42 professional models. The Fall/Winter collection showcased a playful and romantic style, drawing inspirations from renowned Spanish architect Antonia Gaudi’s aesthetics. Talking about the inspiration, Harris mentioned that it was his objective to mingle glamour with street fashion this time around.

The event attracted Hong Kong’s movers and shakers, including celebrities Rosamund Kwan, Lynn Xiong, Qiqi, Jade Kwan, Kary Ng, Fish Liew, Angela Yuen, Jennifer Yu, Hanna Chan and socialites Pansy Ho, Michelle Cheng, Yvette Yung, Brandon Chau, Jenny Wong Chau, Justin Hui, Adrienne Hui, Sarbina Ho, Alison Chan, Queenie Law, Nicola Cheung-Young, etc.

Get front row seats to the National Day fireworks at the InterContinental

If you’re looking for the best vantage point to catch the National Day fireworks, look no further. Ideally situated right on the waterfront, the InterContinental Hong Kong’s dining outlets are all offering specially curated menus for you to munch on as you take in the show.

At the aptly named Harbourside restaurant, you can enjoy an unlimited seafood and sushi dinner buffet with free-flowing house wine, beer, juices and soft drinks. There are two seating times, one in the evening and another later at night at different price ranges.

Meat lovers can head to The Steak House winebar + grill for a specially prepared three-course meal. With appetisers like fois gras terrine and main courses like sirloin or rib-eye steaks on offer, the menu does look quite wholesome.

Or if French cuisine is more your style, check out the five-course menu at Rech by Alain Ducasse which boasts lobsters, squid-ink pasta, sole fillet and many more such mouth-watering dishes.

Asian foodies might try the two-Michelin star Yan Toh Heen’s eight-course Chinese feast. Carefully curated by executive chef Lau Yiu Fai, the menu offers the very best of Cantonese cuisine.

For Japanese food lovers, there’s also an eight-course omakase menu on offer at the famous Nobu Japanese restaurant.

Or you could head to the Lobby Lounge to get a panoramic bird’s eye view of the Fireworks. Sipping into their signature cocktails and listening to jazz by Kathleen Leslie, while watching fireworks, will be an exquisite multisensory experience.

All you have to do is make a booking. Then just relax, enjoy the fantastic food and catch the fireworks from one of the best viewpoints in the city!

Prices:
Harbourside
First seating (6:30pm – 9:00pm): HK$1,288 per adult
Second seating (9:00pm – 11:30pm): HK$888 per adult

The Steak House winebar + grill: HK$1,288 per adult

Rech by Alain Ducasse: HK$1,588 per adult

Yan Toh Heen: HK$1,888 per adult

NOBU: HK$1,588 per adult

Lobby Lounge: minimum charge of HK$788 per person

Cartier shines bright at the annual Emmy Awards

Any awards show is an occasion to dress your best and show off your bling. Cartier was on hand to help some TV personalities shine just a little bit brighter at the 69th Annual Emmy Awards.

Alexander Skarsgård, who won Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Limited Series or Movie for his role in Big Little Lies, was spotted with a vintage 1929 platinum and diamond brooch. His co-star Laura Dern picked up her Outstanding Supporting Actress award wearing a Panthère de Cartier ring studded with tsavorite garnets and onyx.

Other big names also showed their support for the jewellery house. White Collar star Matt Bomer was spotted with a diamond-accented 18-carat white gold Ballon Bleu de Cartier watch and Cartier Picot décor cufflinks.

Comedienne Tina Fey was decked out in Cartier High Jewellery diamond earrings, a Maillon Panthère bracelet and a sapphire and diamond topped platinum ring.

It was definitely a star-studded event where the stars shone bright and the jewels shone even brighter!

L’ÉCOLE: Educating Hong Kong on the precepts of jewellery arts

Hong Kong jewellery aficionados were in for a treat as the third edition of L’ÉCOLE, School of Jewelry Arts returned to The Qube in PMQ last week.

The School, which is supported by luxury jewellery brand Van Cleef & Arpels, held a series of workshops, talks and demonstrations that explored different facets of jewellery craftsmanship.

Guests were invited to try their hand at Savoir-Faire techniques and attempt Japanese urushi lacquer classes, or attend talks on ‘The Universe of Gemstones’ and ‘Art History of Jewelry.’

A selection of photography by up-and-coming local talents was also on display. The artists were selected by a panel of industry experts as part of L’ÉCOLE’s Legacy Program.

L’ÉCOLE President Maria Vallanet-Delholm succinctly summarised the pop-up school’s objectives, saying, “The inspiration behind the founding of L’ÉCOLE was to open up the inner world of jewellery to the public, provide a form of initiation for those really interested, and to share the passion of our professors and experts.”

Lianne La Havas’s stellar performance captivates hearts at Hong Kong

The Landmark Mandarin Oriental recently played host to the super-talented British singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist sensation Lianne La Havas, known for her riveting live performances.

Organised at MO Bar to celebrate the launch of the hotel’s newest and largest Entertainment Suite, the Lianne La Havas Solo Acoustic Concert drew hordes of music lovers, including socialites like Amanda Lui, Celia Wong, Deborah Sims, Esther Ma, Gaile Lok, Joyce Wang, Kayla Wong, Paul Sunga, Rosemary Vandenbroucke, Shirley Hiranand, Tia Ray, Vanessa Yeung and many more.

The atmosphere at the packed MO Bar was electrifying as La Havas crooned popular numbers from her latest chartbusters. Earlier in the evening, the mood was set by the equally engaging opening acts by DJ Roger ReFlex de Leon and Cornish born singer-songwriter Samuel J.

Talking about the event, Torsten van Dullemen, GM of Landmark Mandarin Oriental, said, “La Havas’ stellar performance has further established MO Bar as a key cultural destination in Hong Kong with a reputation for distinctive musical events.”

Gieves & Hawkes’ recent flagship store launch attended by HK’s most stylish gentlemen

 

British menswear label Gieves & Hawkes recently opened its renovated flagship store at Harbour City with an exclusive cocktail party on 14 September.

Following the award-winning interior decoration of its Savile Row showroom, the Asia flagship store too is done up with signature smoked oak paneling, handmade details, iron work, soft lighting, etc., recreating the same intimate feel of its Savile Row counterpart.

The exclusive event was attended by Ji Jin-Hee who officiated the toasting ceremony with Nick Keyte, Wan Choe and other top management of Gieves & Hawkes. The event also attracted the most stylish gentlemen in town, including Eric Kwok, Derek Tsang, Alex Lam, Christopher Owen, Jake Astor, Max Johnson, Stanley Sun, Aric Chen, Jamie Lee, Dennis Wong, Derek Yeung and many more.

To mark the occasion, Gieves & Hawkes is also hosting an exhibition called “The Invention of The British Gentleman” at Harbour City. This exhibition gives guests a sneak peek into its vast archives that record the evolution of gentlemen’s dressing spanning centuries.

Gieves & Hawkes “The Invention of the British Gentleman” Details
Date: 14 to 20 September 2017
Time: Open daily, 10am to 10pm
Venue: Atrium I, Gateway Arcade, Harbour City, Hong Kong