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<p>Step inside this nearly 3,000-square-foot family residence at The Palace in Kowloon Tong, and you’ll feel it immediately: natural light, modern clarity, and thoughtful design that make everyday living feel quietly extraordinary. With four bedrooms plus flexible living spaces, this is a home built for connection:&nbsp; morning routines, homework moments, weekend gatherings, and cozy evenings when everyone finally comes back under the same roof.</p>


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<p>At the heart of the home, the living room and dining room open up in the brightest, most uplifting way. Floor-to-ceiling glass windows stretch the space upward and outward, bringing an airy, almost gallery-like openness that changes with the sun throughout the day. Here, white marble with subtle grey veining becomes the visual anchor; clean, elegant, and unmistakably refined. Underfoot, light grey quartz stone continues the fresh, contemporary mood, creating a seamless foundation that feels modern without ever feeling cold.</p>


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<p>The designer’s palette is predominantly white, intentionally softened by grey glass accents, especially around the dining room’s towering windows, so the contrast looks intentional rather than stark. In the living room, comfort is treated like a design principle. A bright white sofa sets the tone, while a square cushion placed between key pieces adds a casual note and, cleverly, extra storage. </p>


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<p>Even the practical details are dressed in style: the coffee table and the semi-height storage cabinet behind the sofa are clad in the same white marble with grey veining, echoing the TV feature wall and keeping the entire room visually cohesive. Opposite the living area, you’ll find a floating shoe cabinet with a clean, white design that connects smoothly to the TV cabinet across the way, like a gentle visual rhythm guiding you from one space to the next. In the master suite, the door itself becomes part of the aesthetic, finished in grey interlayer glass for a sleek, elevated touch.</p>


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<p>And then there’s the dining room, where meals become moments. A row of floor-to-ceiling storage cabinets frames the space with a dramatic sense of height, finished with rose gold accents that bring warmth and a hint of sparkle. In front of the cabinets, a protruding wall section creates a three-dimensional focal point, perfect for mounting a television without breaking the room’s elegance. Nearby, two storage cabinets of varying heights do double duty: they offer places to display decorative favourites while also including a side table and a single seat designed specifically for comfortable shoe changing. It’s the kind of thoughtful convenience families love most; beautiful on the surface, smart in practice.</p>


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<p>The dining table is made of marble, anchoring the room in timeless sophistication, while a stunning chandelier above adds the finishing glow. Together, these elements create a dining atmosphere that feels refined enough for celebrations, yet effortlessly liveable for everyday family nights.</p>


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<p>Need a quiet retreat, or a flexible space for the household? The study is open-plan and can easily serve as a family room, depending on how your lifestyle flows. The desk is positioned by the window so the room stays bright and energizing, and on either side, contrasting storage pieces deepen the visual effect: a white wardrobe on one side and a dark wood storage cabinet on the other. Light versus dark, clean versus warm, layered design that keeps the room from feeling flat and makes it feel more “you.”</p>


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<p>The master bedroom is designed to be both elegant and cozy, an oasis that still feels current. The 床头墙 (headboard wall) is upholstered in beige padding for soft comfort, then elevated with rose gold mirrored accents at the centre and on both sides, an elegant touch that feels grand without being overwhelming. Beneath the suspended ceiling, cove lighting adds a gentle, flattering glow, while oak-toned flooring brings warmth to the entire space. Even casual seating is built in: the windowsill is widened and cushioned, inviting you to linger with a book or watch the day unfold. Under it all, grey glass provides a sleek and stable foundation, keeping the look refined and modern.</p>


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<p>The master suite also delivers on everyday luxury: a walk-in closet and an open-plan bathroom. By removing the bathroom wall, the designer creates a feeling of openness, as the room breathes. Between the sleeping area and the bathroom, a row of floor-to-ceiling storage cabinets becomes a beautiful partition, surfaced with grey-veined white marble and grey glass to form a feature wall that feels intentional, architectural, and softly dramatic.</p>


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<p>Two children’s rooms extend the same design logic: smart storage, flexible living, and personalized style, so each child’s personality gets room to shine. In both rooms, storage cabinets act as partition walls to maximize usable space, making the layout feel generous even when life gets busy. For both son and daughter, the beds are placed on the windowsills, turning natural light into a daily luxury.</p>


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<p>The son’s room leans into a darker, more grounded mood. Walls and one side of the window feature dark wood finishes, complemented by a dark brown wardrobe at the foot of the bed. Since the bed sits elevated on the windowsill, an L-shaped step doubles as seating and extends toward the wall and door, an ingenious setup for hosting friends or lounging comfortably. For his wine-collecting interest, a wine cabinet is integrated at the centre of the storage unit, blending functionality with a cool, personalized touch.</p>


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<p>The daughter’s room takes a lighter approach. Pale wood flooring and white furniture create a soft, elegant atmosphere. Because she loves music, the room includes a digital piano, cleverly designed so it can be tucked beneath the wardrobe when not in use and pulled out when she’s ready to play. It’s convenience with style, and it helps the room stay open, tidy, and ready for creativity.</p>


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<p>This isn’t just a home; it’s a well-designed family stage where life can unfold beautifully. From bright, glass-filled social spaces to private, carefully detailed retreats for every member of the household, the overall effect is unmistakable: harmony, clarity, and comfort—wrapped in modern luxury.</p>



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<p><strong>VIZ Design Ltd.</strong></p>



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<p>Tel Nos.: +852 2402 2280 | +852 2100 4969</p>



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<p>Email: vizdesignltd@gmail.com</p>


Light, Life, and Luxury Quietly Align with Viz Design


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<p>There’s a moment every serious vinyl listener knows. You drop the needle, lean in… and something’s still in the way. A faint crackle. A haze across the midrange. The music is there, but you’re not quite <em>inside</em> it.</p>



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<p>That haze isn’t the recording. It’s the record.</p>



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<p>For nearly half a century Clearaudio has been building high-end turntables and tonearms in Germany with the kind of quiet obsession only true analogue people understand. In 2002 they turned that same obsession toward a different problem: how to clean a record properly. Not “good enough.” Properly. The first Matrix arrived. Twenty-five years of continuous refinement later, the company has arrived at a place most manufacturers only claim to reach: mature, stable, almost boringly reliable excellence.</p>



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<p>Which is exactly why 2026 is their Brand Promotion Year in Hong Kong and Macau — and why the Hong Kong High-End Audio Show is the moment to act.</p>



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<p>Three machines. One fluid. Limited quantities. Clear prices.</p>



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<p>Think of it as the dual-mode camera of record cleaning. One button runs the entire automatic cycle. Or you take full manual control from the panel and decide every step yourself. Sonic vibration reaches deep into the groove while staying almost silent. Variable speed, built-in static removal, heavy-duty construction meant for continuous use. Collectors and dealers who clean entire collections choose this one. The set includes two 2.5-litre bottles of pure groove ESSENCE (5 litres total). <strong>HK$36,800</strong></p>



<p><strong>The Compact — smart matrix DOUBLE</strong></p>



<p>All the essential intelligence in a more manageable footprint. Same philosophy, same fluid partnership, just dialled for the serious listener who wants professional results without the full industrial footprint. Comes with one 2.5-litre bottle of ESSENCE.<br><strong>HK$22,800</strong></p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The Value Choice — smart matrix SILENT</h3>



<p>Quiet, effective, and deliberately priced so more people can stop pretending a microfibre cloth is enough. Includes one 2.5-litre bottle of ESSENCE. <strong>HK$15,800</strong></p>



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<p>The fluid itself — pure groove ESSENCE — is not an afterthought. It is the partner every one of these machines was designed around.</p>



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<p>German engineering since 1978. Record cleaning refined since 2002. And right now, for a limited window around the Hong Kong High-End Audio Show, these sets are available through the official Hong Kong and Macau distributor at the prices above.</p>



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<p>You can read about sonic vibration and dual-mode operation all day. Or you can book a short appointment, walk into the Tsuen Wan showroom, and watch a dirty record come out looking (and sounding) like it just left the pressing plant.</p>



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<p>Once you’ve seen the difference, you can’t unsee it. The static disappears. The music steps forward. You finally hear what was always on the record.</p>



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<p>WhatsApp: +852 5133 0225</p>



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<p>Email: george@upwardaudio.net</p>



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<p>Showroom: Workshop 4, 16/F, Cameron Sino Technology Centre, 73 Chai Wan Kok Street, Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong</p>



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<p>Make the appointment. Bring a few of your favourite “almost clean” records. Hear right through.</p>


Hear Right Through with Clear Audio


<p>You’ve felt it. That tiny pang of guilt when you open the drawer and see your favourite automatic watch sitting still. The second hand frozen. The rotor silent. Another day of wasted potential. Most people just shrug and wind it by hand when they finally wear it again. The smart ones? They stop treating their timepiece like a seasonal accessory and start treating it like the precision instrument it is.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Enter the Lauren Single Winder.</h3>



<p>This isn’t another plastic box that spins your watch into a blur. It’s a carefully engineered, quietly luxurious solution that keeps your automatic watch perfectly wound with the same refined attention you already give to choosing the watch itself.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why “Pre-Programmed 900 TPD” Actually Matters</h3>



<p>WOLF’s patented system doesn’t just rotate. It <em>counts</em>.</p>



<p>Every rotation is measured. The program delivers a precise 900 Turns Per Day, the sweet spot for the vast majority of modern automatic movements, with a 10-second start delay, intermittent rotation, pause phases, and sleep cycles. Bi-directional motion ensures the rotor receives the motion it was designed for, not random spinning.</p>



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<p>The result? Your watch stays wound accurately without the stress of constant over-winding. No guesswork. No apps. No complicated settings. Just plug it in (or drop in AA batteries; lithium lasts twice as long) and let it work.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Designed for Real Life, Not Just Display Cases</strong></h3>



<p>The dynamic cuff expands and contracts to fit different strap and bracelet sizes securely. No more awkward wedging or loose watches rattling around. Signature geometric stitching and the clean Lauren silhouette give it the presence of a small piece of furniture rather than a gadget.</p>



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<p>Available in three considered finishes, Caramel, Ivory, and Black, it slips into bedrooms, offices, and dressing rooms without shouting for attention. It simply belongs.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Luxury That Doesn’t Cost the Earth</h3>



<p>In 2024, WOLF earned the Positive Luxury Butterfly mark after a rigorous ESG+ assessment of its global operations. That means recycled packaging, solar-powered facilities, preferential sea freight, and materials chosen for longevity as much as beauty. Every Lauren winder is handmade to last a lifetime (or longer). Sustainability here isn’t a marketing footnote; it’s how the product is built.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The Quiet Confidence of Knowing It’s Taken Care Of</strong></h3>



<p>There’s a particular kind of satisfaction that comes from opening a drawer or walking past a side table and seeing your watch gently turning. Ready. Alive. Waiting for the next time you reach for it.</p>



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<p>That’s what the WOLF Lauren Single Winder delivers: freedom from the small, recurring worry of a stopped watch, wrapped in design that feels considered rather than technical.</p>



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<p>Whether you own one special piece or a rotating collection, this single winder is the elegant, low-maintenance answer most automatic-watch owners eventually realize they need.</p>


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<p>Caramel. Ivory. Black. Precision counted. Elegance included. Sustainability proven.</p>



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<p>Your watch is already an investment in time. This is the quiet way to protect it.</p>


The One Quiet Upgrade That Keeps Your Automatic Watch Alive (Even When You Don’t Wear It)


<p>A bright yellow submarine sits outside Bruichladdich Distillery on Islay. Not a statue someone bought from a garden centre. A full-size replica of a wayward Ministry of Defence submersible that washed up off the island in 2005.</p>



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<p>That accidental visitor (and the even more accidental US intelligence report that once flagged the distillery as a possible weapons-of-mass-destruction site) gave birth to one of the most gloriously tongue-in-cheek cult bottlings in modern whisky: Yellow Submarine.</p>



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<p>Twenty-one years after the original, and eight years after the sequel, the progressive Hebridean distillery is bringing the legend back for its 25th anniversary celebrations.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The spirit of early Bruichladdich, bottled</h3>



<p>This is not a serious, steeple-fingered, “look how grown-up we are” anniversary whisky. It is pure, unfiltered Bruichladdich attitude from the days when the team had more imagination than marketing budget and a bright yellow submarine parked outside the still house.</p>



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<p>Gareth Brown, Global Marketing Director, puts it perfectly:</p>



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<p>“The Yellow Submarine series captures the spirit of Bruichladdich in its early years, inventive, a bit rebellious and always up for a good story. Bringing Yellow Submarine back for our 25th anniversary honours that spirit. It’s a reminder that great whisky can be refined in the glass, but it doesn’t have to take itself too seriously.”</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What’s in the bottle?</h3>



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<li>● 14-year-old unpeated single malt</li>



<li>● 100% Scottish barley (Appaloosa)</li>



<li>● Matured entirely on Islay in a precise recipe: 75% first-fill bourbon barrels + 25% first- and second-fill French red wine casks</li>



<li>● Bottled at a muscular 54.2% ABV</li>



<li>● Un-chill-filtered, natural colour</li>
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<p>Master Blender Adam Hannett has deliberately channelled the original 2005 bottling while making something that feels distinctly of today.</p>



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<p>“Bruichladdich Yellow Submarine III is one of those whiskies that makes you smile as soon as you nose it,” he says. “The bourbon and French red wine casks wrap around the spirit beautifully, you get honeyed oats, buttery shortbread, then this ripple of nutmeg, hazelnut and gentle ginger heat.</p>



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<p>“On the palate it’s luxuriously smooth, with orange zest, honeysuckle, apple and pear all playing their part, before crème brûlée richness and a touch of sea salt bring you right back to Islay. It’s playful, layered and moreish, exactly what a Yellow Submarine whisky should be. Dive in!”</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>The tasting experience (spoiler: it’s dangerously moreish)</strong></h3>



<p>Nose: Sweet honeyed oats and buttery shortbread, toasted hazelnuts, pistachio baklava, a dusting of nutmeg, pink peppercorn and ginger.</p>



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<p>Palate: Silky texture, bright orange zest, honeysuckle, crisp apple and pear, then rich crème brûlée and a whisper of sea salt that drags you straight back to the Atlantic coast.</p>



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<p>Finish: Long, honeyed, gently spicy, toasted hazelnut. The kind of finish that makes you immediately want another sip.</p>



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<p>This is not just another anniversary bottling. It’s a love letter to the scrappy, rebellious, slightly absurd early years of a distillery that refused to play by the rules, and somehow ended up with a yellow submarine in the car park as permanent proof.</p>



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<p>The original Yellow Submarine became a cult classic. The second one sold out fast.<br>This one already feels like the one collectors and drinkers will still be talking about in another 25 years.</p>



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<p>The submarine has resurfaced. Time to dive in.</p>


Dive Deep: Bruichladdich’s Legendary Yellow Submarine Is Back, And This Time It’s Liquid


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<p>It is difficult to write the words “ten years” without feeling something stir. For Fort &amp; Manlé, those two small words carry the weight of a quiet, fragrant revolution. What began not from certainty but from pure, unfiltered admiration has blossomed into a decade of independent perfumery that refuses to shout, yet somehow fills the room.</p>



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<p>Rasei, the founder and nose behind the house, never set out to conquer the industry. He set out to stand, however humbly, beside the great masters whose bottles had once lined his own shelves like sacred relics. Christopher Laudamiel’s bold architecture, Christopher Sheldrake’s oriental dreamscapes for Serge Lutens, Jean-Claude Ellena’s airy, travel-soaked Jardins for Hermès, these were not just inspirations. They were teachers. Rasei studied them the way a painter studies the Old Masters: not to copy the brushstrokes, but to understand why certain compositions refuse to fade.</p>



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<p>For years the quiet fear lingered. Would his own work ever feel finished? Polished enough? Elegant enough to sit beside the giants without looking like an earnest understudy? That fear became fuel. Every formula was measured against immortality rather than trends. The result was a body of work that never chased attention and somehow earned devotion anyway. Amber Absolutely tipped its hat (respectfully) to Laudamiel. Certain orientals carried the ghost of Sheldrake’s magnificent worlds. The sense of place and story that Ellena bottled so effortlessly found its way into Rasei’s own atmospheric compositions. Even Under Which Rivers Flow and Kolonya read like love letters to a slower, more beautiful era, perfumes made for legacy, not for the algorithm.</p>


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<p>And then came the ladybird.</p>



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<p>Portrait of a Ladybird is the house’s tenth-anniversary statement, and it could not be more perfectly chosen. The ladybird is small, delicate, and quietly resilient. It lands on flowers without fanfare, moves through gardens largely unnoticed, and still manages to leave beauty in its wake. In many ways it is Fort &amp; Manlé itself: never the biggest house, never the loudest voice on the shelf, simply a stubbornly independent atelier devoted to exceptional materials and uncompromising craft. While larger luxury brands calculate cost-per-drop, Fort &amp; Manlé has spent a decade pouring in the good stuff; the rare, the costly, the almost-unjustifiable, because that is the only path that feels true.x</p>



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<p>The perfume is more than a fragrance. It is a portrait of the journey itself: the late nights, the discarded formulas, the moments of doubt, the slow accumulation of confidence, the customers and collectors who believed long before the wider world caught the scent. It is a portrait of a young perfumer searching for his own voice in the long shadows of masters. Most of all, it is a portrait of gratitude.</p>



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<p>Only three hundred bottles will ever exist. Three hundred small, gleaming reminders that great things are rarely built overnight. They are built the way a ladybird builds its quiet reputation; patiently, flower by flower, year after year, with devotion, perseverance, and an almost stubborn love of beauty.</p>



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<p>Ten years have passed. The bottles of Portrait of a Ladybird are ready to leave the atelier and find their permanent homes. Long after the last one is gone, they will remain markers of a particular moment in time: the decade when admiration slowly, beautifully, became something of its own.</p>



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<p>The journey continues. And for that, Fort &amp; Manlé, and everyone who has walked any part of the path with it, remain profoundly, scentsibly grateful.</p>



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<p>Shop location</p>



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<p><strong>Causeway Bay</strong></p>



<p>Shop 117, 1/F, Lee Garden Two, 28 Yun Ping Road</p>



<p>info_leegardens@scentedniche.com Tel: 2608 2060</p>



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<p><strong>Tsim Sha Tsui</strong></p>



<p>Shop 210A, Level 2, 18 Salisbury Road, K11 Musea</p>



<p>info_k11musea@scentedniche.com</p>



<p>Tel: 2608 2205</p>



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<p><strong>Causeway Bay</strong></p>



<p>Shop 28, G/F, 11-19 Great George Street, Fashion Walk</p>



<p>info@scentedniche.com</p>



<p>Tel: 2608 2206</p>



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Scent-sational Milestone: Fort & Manlé Hits Its Scent-ennial Ten years of notes, nuance, and pure perfume perseverance and the sweet smell of a limited-edition celebration


<p>If you’ve ever watched a properly cared-for pair of shoes transform from “great” to legendary, you already get Tassels.</p>



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<p>For more than two decades, Tassels has been Hong Kong’s go-to place for men’s footwear- for those who want comfort that actually holds up, fit that feels right from the first wear, and leather that develops character instead of cracking under pressure. Now, Tassels has moved to a new address in Central and expanded the lineup, so your dapper rotation can be bigger, sharper, and better looked after than ever.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A new address. Same devotion to craft.</h3>



<p>Tassels has relocated to The Galleria in Central. It’s not just a change of location, it’s a change in experience.</p>



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<p>The new store is set up as a proper shoe salon, not a quick in-and-out retail counter. That means more space to browse, more room to compare styles, and, just as importantly, an even stronger emphasis on the shoe shine service. In a city like Hong Kong, with rain, humidity, and long commutes, even the finest pair needs regular care. Tassels treats that as part of the process, not an afterthought.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">More brands, more choice (and still very much you)</h3>



<p>Long-time customers will be pleased to see the familiar names still at the core: Alden, Crockett &amp; Jones, Edward Green, and other established heritage makers known for quality you can feel in the leather and construction you can see in the details.</p>



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<p>But the new chapter brings even more variety for the way men actually dress today: work-ready during the week, refined for dinners, and practical enough to handle everyday Hong Kong life.</p>



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<p>John Lobb joins the mix, bringing the kind of elegance you expect from a maison; luxury that’s polished, refined, and made to order when you want something truly personal. Think sharp derbies, handsome loafers, and boots designed to wear beautifully and last.</p>


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<p>And Paraboot adds a more relaxed, everyday kind of luxury: durable, comfortable, and weather-friendly without looking casual for the sake of it. If you’ve ever wanted a pair that works with tailoring and jeans, this is your lane.</p>


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<p>With these additions, Tassels helps you build a wardrobe that makes sense together: classic, versatile, and built for longevity.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Because dapper isn’t a look, it’s a habit</h3>



<p>One thing hasn’t changed: Tassels still believes great shoes deserve great attention. Their shoe shine service is right there in the experience, so you can keep your footwear looking clean, crisp, and well-maintained, especially when the weather and the schedule don’t always cooperate.</p>



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<p>This is the difference between owning nice shoes and having nice shoes.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A place to try properly (and order with confidence)</h3>



<p>Tassels has already used this salon-style format for events and brand weeks, bringing senior representatives in for fittings, advice, and by-request programmes. In other words: it’s not just about trying a pair once. It’s about getting the right fit, understanding the build, and choosing what you’ll reach for again and again.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Go see the new Tassels; your next “favourite pair” is probably waiting</h3>



<p>If you’ve shopped Tassels before, this move is an invitation to rediscover what you already trust in a bigger, better space. And if you’re new to Tassels, consider this your starting point for footwear that actually carries your style, long after the first week hype fades.</p>



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<p>Dapper looks good. But dapper that lasts? That’s the real flex.</p>



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<p><strong>TASSELS</strong><br>Shop G05, Ground Floor, The Galleria<br>9 Queen’s Road Central, Hong Kong</p>


Dapper, But Make It Last: Tassels’ New Home in Central


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<p>MOLSION Eyewear has officially arrived, bringing a sharper look, stronger materials, and that unmistakable “youth-first” fashion attitude the city loves. This Spring/Summer 2026 launch is exclusive in Hong Kong at eGG Optical, where you can find the collection as soon as this season starts.</p>



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<p>And yes, this isn’t just a soft opening. MOLSION is now available across 8 eGG Optical stores, including 2 brand-new locations. So whether you’re always out in Mong Kok, catching vibes in Kai Tak, or doing your weekly shopping rounds through the New Territories, there’s a store waiting for you.</p>



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<p>MOLSION Eyewear has officially arrived, bringing a sharper look, stronger materials, and that unmistakable “youth-first” fashion attitude the city loves. This Spring/Summer 2026 launch is exclusive in Hong Kong at eGG Optical, where you can find the collection as soon as this season starts.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">MOLSION Takes Hong Kong by Storm (Starting at eGG Optical)</h3>



<p>MOLSION, the global pioneer of youth-centric fashion eyewear, is landing in Hong Kong with a bold lineup shaped by high-fashion sensibilities, cutting-edge material technology, and Korean-inspired aesthetics.</p>



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<p>The result? Frames that don’t just sit on your face; they upgrade your entire look. From clean everyday styling to those “just posted” photo moments, this is eyewear designed for people who like their style to feel personal… not pre-approved.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">New eGG Optical Stores, Same Big Energy</h3>



<p>eGG Optical has been expanding fast, and two fresh concept store additions now feature expanded international brand zones plus dedicated eyewear sections, bringing the full MOLSION collection right to the spotlight.</p>



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<p><strong>New Locations (Now Showing MOLSION)</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>● Kai Tak (Cullinan Sky Mall)</li>



<li>Address: Shop No. B108 and B110, Basement 1, Cullinan Sky Mall, No. 10 Concorde Road, Kai Tak, Kowloon</li>



<li>● Mong Kok (Sai Yeung Choi South Street)</li>



<li>Address: Shop E, G/F, Wing Wah Building, 14-24 Sai Yeung Choi Street South, Mongkok, Kowloon</li>
</ul>



<p>With these additions, the total number of eGG Optical locations exclusively offering MOLSION eyewear now stands at 8, so you’re never too far from your next pair.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why Everyone’s Talking About MOLSION</h3>



<p>Founded in 2010, MOLSION has grown into a global name with a presence across 20+ countries and 25,000+ points of sale, and it’s easy to see why. The brand is built for people who don’t just follow trends… they <em>create</em> them.</p>



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<p>MOLSION’s creative core is “Unknown + Diversity”, expressed through two distinct style moods:</p>



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<ul>
<li>● Rebel Heiress — rebellious, genderless, unapologetically bold</li>



<li>● Vibe-Seeking Fashion Insider — curated, stylish, quietly confident</li>
</ul>



<p>Targeting style-conscious youth aged 19–30, MOLSION frames are made to fit real life, workdays, weekend plans, late-night city walks, and everything you do that ends with camera lenses pointed your way.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Comfort Meets Performance (Seriously, the lenses are a big deal)</h3>



<p>MOLSION doesn’t just focus on how frames look; it’s also about how they <em>perform</em>. Every frame is produced through the brand’s own world-class ARTGRI factory, with an internal, fully monitored process that aims for consistency and quality you can feel over time.</p>



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<p>Here’s what makes the collection stand out:</p>



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<ul>
<li>● Aerospace-Grade Titanium</li>
</ul>



<p>Hypoallergenic, nickel-free, corrosion-resistant, and 48% lighter than traditional metals—perfect for those who want structure without heaviness.</p>



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<ul>
<li>● Precision-Cut Premium Acetate</li>
</ul>



<p>Eco-friendly, cotton-based acetate with enhanced dimensional stability, so your frames keep their shape and sharp-edge look.</p>



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<ul>
<li>● Space-Age Nylon &amp; HD Polarized Sunglasses Lenses</li>
</ul>



<p>Nylon lenses used in high-performance applications (yes, like astronaut-helmet material). Plus HD Polarized lenses partnered with Sumitomo Chemical (Japan) for 100% UV protection, sharper contrast, and a hydrophobic finish that helps repel water and smudges.</p>



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<p>So while your look gets louder, your vision stays clear.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">The 2026 Ambassadors: Power + Presence</h3>



<p>MOLSION’s Spring/Summer 2026 era also comes with star power:</p>



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<p><br>Zhang Linghe and Song Yuqi, two icons whose on-screen/off-stage energy matches the collection’s fearless, genre-defying vibe.</p>



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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Ready to See Right Through? Go Try Them On at eGG Optical</h3>



<p>The MOLSION Spring/Summer 2026 collection is available now at eGG Optical stores across Hong Kong. Don’t just scroll, go see how these frames sit, how the lenses feel, and how instantly they make your face look “styled.”</p>



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<p><strong>eGG Optical Store List (8 Locations)</strong></p>



<ul>
<li>● T.O.P</li>
</ul>



<p>Shop No.101, First Floor, T.O.P This is our place, 700 Nathan Road, Mongkok, Kowloon</p>



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<ul>
<li>● Sai Yeung Choi South Street (New Store)</li>
</ul>



<p>Shop E, G/F, Wing Wah Building, 14-24 Sai Yeung Choi Street South, Mongkok, Kowloon</p>



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<ul>
<li>● Cullinan Sky Mall (New Store)</li>
</ul>



<p>Shop No. B108 and B110, Basement 1, Cullinan Sky Mall, No. 10 Concorde Road, Kai Tak, Kowloon</p>



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<ul>
<li>● Trend Plaza (Tuen Mun)</li>
</ul>



<p>Shop No. 1, Level 3, South Wing, Trend Plaza, Tuen Mun, New Territories</p>



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<ul>
<li>● Citywalk (Tsuen Wan)</li>
</ul>



<p>Shop UG48, UG Floor, Citywalk, No.1 Yeung Uk Road, Tsuen Wan, New Territories</p>



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<ul>
<li>● Metroplaza (Kwai Fong)</li>
</ul>



<p>Shop No. 118, Level 1, Metroplaza, No. 223 Hing Fong Road, Kwai Fong, New Territories</p>



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<ul>
<li>● Park Central (Tseung Kwan O)</li>
</ul>



<p>Shop 171, Level 1, Park Central, 9 Tong Tak Street, Tseung Kwan O, New Territories</p>



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<ul>
<li>● Citygate (Tung Chung)</li>
</ul>



<p>Unit 402B, Citygate, Tung Chung, Lantau Island</p>


See Right Through the Hype; MOLSION Is Here, and It Looks Good on You


<p>Some achievements change a country’s skyline; and then there are achievements that change what people believe is possible.</p>



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<p>Dawa Yangzum Sherpa is one of the rare ones who did both.</p>



<p>Nepal’s first woman to summit all 14 of the world’s 8,000-metre peaks, Dawa didn’t just push higher and higher; she opened a door for every girl who’s ever been told, <em>“That’s not for you.”</em> From her first Everest summit more than a decade ago to standing on her 14th peak, Shishapangma, her journey is a masterclass in courage, discipline, and stubborn hope.</p>



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<p>And right now, her story isn’t only being celebrated; it’s being turned into a path others can walk.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why Dawa Yangzum’s story hits harder than legends</h3>



<p>Dawa grew up in Nepal’s rural Rolwaling Valley, high in the Himalayas and close enough to feel the mountain life in her bones. Back then, traditional expectations were strong. Local men climbed season after season, working as Sherpas and guides, but girls weren’t encouraged to imagine that life for themselves.</p>


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<p>She remembers sitting in school, sharing her dream of climbing Mount Everest, only to be met with laughter</p>



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<p>Still, she kept the dream. Because somewhere inside her, the mountains had already chosen her.</p>



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<p>When she finally began her journey, training in ice and rock climbing, earning her place in major expeditions, and building her way to elite mountaineering, she didn’t move like someone trying to “prove a point.” She moved like someone following a calling.</p>


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<p>And the results speak for themselves: from major milestones like summiting Makalu to becoming the first Nepali woman to summit Annapurna without supplemental oxygen, to her final, defining climb of Xixabangma, Dawa didn’t chase records just to collect them. She collected them to leave something behind.</p>



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<p>A future.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What Rolex is doing isn’t just storytelling; it’s opening routes</h3>



<p>Rolex has long supported explorers and extraordinary people, and the brand’s relationship with these journeys goes back decades, supporting landmark expeditions and those brave enough to push beyond the known.</p>



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<p>But with the Perpetual Planet Initiative, Rolex has broadened its focus: backing efforts that protect the planet and support the people who are building a better future.</p>



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<p>And in Dawa’s case, the support is personal and practical.</p>



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<p>Rolex is helping carry her vision forward by supporting high-altitude climbing courses for Nepali women and girls, the kind of training Dawa once dreamed about, long before she ever stood on an 8,000-metre summit.</p>



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<p>Because a role model is powerful. But a doorway is life-changing.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Want to feel inspired in a way you can’t shake? Visit the place behind the climb</h3>



<p>Dawa’s story isn’t confined to headlines. It lives in the landscape itself, in valleys where the air is thin, where storms roll in faster than confidence, where every step matters and every ascent teaches something new.</p>



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<p>When you “buy in” to this story, you’re not just purchasing a product or a moment of admiration. You’re choosing to connect with the mountains that shaped Dawa, and with the new generation of women climbing toward their own possible.</p>


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<p>So if you’ve ever wanted to visit Nepal with more purpose, more wonder, more <em>meaning</em>, this is your invitation.</p>



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<p>Come see the peaks that turned a girl’s impossible dream into a blueprint.<br>Come witness the culture, the communities, and the mountains that make bravery feel real—not cinematic.</p>



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<p>Because Dawa Yangzum Sherpa proved that inspiration isn’t something you watch.</p>



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<p>It’s something you do.</p>



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<p>Make it more than inspiration; make it a journey</p>


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<p>Follow Dawa’s legacy. Learn about the initiatives. Support the next training routes. And when the time is right, visit Nepal, not just to see the Himalayas, but to understand why people like Dawa climb them.</p>



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<p>Because the mountains treat everyone equally.</p>



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<p>And now, more people are daring to believe they belong up there.</p>


From Dream to Summit: Nepal’s 14-Peak Proof That Girls Can Climb Anything


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<p>There’s a certain kind of luxury that doesn’t simply sell, it savors. And in the glimmering world of scent, where one note can move a room like velvet, <strong>Philippe Di Méo</strong> is the mastermind crafting that magic through <strong>Liquides Imaginaires</strong>.</p>



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<p>“I’m <strong>the founder and the creative director </strong>of<strong> Liquides Imaginaires</strong>,” Philippe tells us, before diving into the brand’s soul. For him, the name isn’t decoration; it’s a doctrine. <strong>“The bond is liquid. Imaginary liquid. Imagine that.” </strong>In his hands, liquid is more than a theme, it’s a bridge between opposites: He describes water you can touch but can’t keep, a metaphor for why luxury must feel alive, not archived. That’s the philosophy behind his aquatic approach: not just “pretty” strategy, but an experience that stays fluid in the mind. And because liquid is sensual, it becomes unforgettable. <strong>“Liquid water… is very sensual… you can feel on your body… on your face, on your mind.”</strong></p>



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<p>Philippe’s initiatives are largely fuelled by a rare trio: <strong>“relentless curiosity, conceptual strength, and artistic instincts.” </strong>But what truly distinguishes his process is how he orchestrates people and ideas, using symbolism like a conductor uses rhythm.</p>



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<p>“When you want to create a perfume,” he explains, <strong>“I always use a very big story, big legend… in something.”</strong> His method begins with the talisman: <strong>“the best example… is to start with the talisman.” </strong>It’s the first key of the universe, the link that connects “opposite walls”, like fire and water, sun and moon. <strong>“I like to make a fire and water, for example sun and the moon… My baby. Sometimes you prefer to be close to the moon… but never in the middle.” </strong>In other words: in Philippe’s luxury, balance isn’t bland, it’s purposeful contrast.</p>


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<p>Born in <strong>Marseille</strong>, trained at the <strong>Beaux Arts of Aix-en-Provence</strong>, then shaped by design in<strong> Paris</strong>, he carries the sea in his creative vocabulary. <strong>“The sea is a symbol of liberty, of space, of imagination.” </strong>And for him, perfume is not merely fragrance, it’s a vehicle for dreaming. “<strong>Perfume is… a dream. You have to use perfume to dream more.”</strong></p>



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<p>Modern luxury, though, has pressures: speed, visibility, commercial urgency. Philippe resists the rush. <strong>“We lose the soul of the luxury product,” </strong>he says plainly. <strong>“I prefer… small series… a more confidential world but luxury always.” </strong>His definition of craftsmanship includes time, intimacy, and authenticity, no masks, no shortcuts.<strong> “If you keep your… authenticity… it’s better to be natural… it’s so simple to be natural.”</strong></p>



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<p>So when he modernizes brands, he protects the core while challenging the tempo. <strong>“Freedom,”</strong> he insists, “is to be free… to keep your own universe… to express your intimate world.” And his proud confession lands like a signature: <strong>“perfume… is an active confession.”</strong></p>



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<p>For Philippe, success isn’t just recognition, it’s emotion made tangible. He connects champagne, wine, and spirit to scent through the same alchemy of pleasure: <strong>“When you… drink champagne, you don’t drink alcohol, you drink happiness… joy… pleasure.” </strong>In Liquides Imaginaires, that sparkling joy finds its way into narrative fragrance, because love, like liquid, must move.</p>



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<p>And if you’re wondering why Philippe’s work leaves a trace like a lingering wave… it’s because he doesn’t just create perfumes.</p>



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<p>He creates<strong> liquid legends</strong>.</p>



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<p>Shop Location:</p>



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<p>Causeway Bay</p>



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<p>Shop 28, G/F, 11-19 Great George Street, Fashion Walk</p>



<p>info@scentedniche.com&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; </p>



<p>Tel: 2608 2206</p>



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<p>Shop No.117, 1/F, Lee Garden Two, 28 Yun Ping Road</p>



<p>Tel: 2608 2060</p>



<p>Info_leegardens@scentedniche.com</p>



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<p>Tsim Sha Tsui</p>



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<p>Shop 210A, Level 2, 18 Salisbury Road, K11 Musea</p>



<p>info_k11musea@scentedniche.com&nbsp; Tel: 2608 2205</p>



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<p><a href="http://www.scentedniche.com">www.scentedniche.com</a><br></p>


Liquid Gold, Lyrical Liqueurs at Scented Niche: Luxury with a Splash of Imagination


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<p>DFS, the world’s leading luxury travel retailer, is bringing beauty to the center stage with the 12th edition of its annual campaign, First Class Beauty, running throughout August 2026 across Hong Kong and Macau.</p>



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<p>This year’s theme, “Run the Show, Define Your Glow”, turns every shopper into the main character. Expect immersive brand journeys, exclusive activations, limited-time offers, and premium services from some of the world’s most iconic beauty houses.</p>



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<p>With more than 30 leading beauty, fragrance and skincare brands joining the celebration, DFS invites you to discover your signature look, then elevate it in truly unforgettable ways.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Beauty Night Out: Where the Spotlight Lit Up First (Macau Edition)</h3>



<p>The campaign kicked off in style with Beauty Night Out, an exclusive launch event co-hosted with Galaxy Macau on 1 August 2026.</p>



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<p>From 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM, DFS loyal customers and partners enjoyed a first look at what’s to come across the month featuring:</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;⁠Live entertainment and dazzling show moments</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;⁠Interactive games and immersive beauty experiences</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;⁠One-night-only exclusive guest highlights</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;⁠A special appearance by Grace Chan</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;⁠Activations from Dior, Estée Lauder, La Mer, La Prairie, Lancôme, and Yves Saint Laurent</p>


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<p>Built around the campaign promise, the night was designed to make sure every guest felt the glow of the spotlight, because in First Class Beauty, you don’t just shop… you run the show.</p>


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<p>“First Class Beauty has become one of DFS&#8217;s most anticipated annual campaigns, reflecting our continued dedication to drive beauty as a strategic category and our commitment to elevating the customer experience across our destinations,” said Yvonne Chan, Chief Operating Officer, China Duty Free Group. “By bringing together world-class brand partners, exclusive experiences and rewarding customer engagements, we continue to strengthen DFS&#8217;s position as a leading destination for beauty in travel retail.”</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">More Than 30 Beauty Brands. Two Signature Journeys. One Glow; Yours.</h3>



<p>Across the month, shoppers can look forward to exclusive brand activations, discovery sessions, and campaign rewards, anchored by two standout beauty houses that bring the theme to life through distinct journeys:</p>



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<p>Glam Up Journey: Yves Saint Laurent Beauty</p>


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<p>Yves Saint Laurent Beauty turns up the energy with its Lovestore universe, inspiring bold self-expression through:</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Makeup masterclasses</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Immersive brand experiences</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Hero collection discoveries including Pure Shots</p>



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<p>Create your signature glow with YSL—made for your style, your mood, your moment.</p>



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<p>Glow Up Journey: Lancôme</p>



<p>Lancôme redefines luminous skin through skincare expertise and personalized rituals, featuring:</p>


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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Skincare consultations</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Exclusive hand massage experiences</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Discoveries from its iconic skincare portfolio</p>



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<p>Experiential Luxury Retail: Limited-Edition Rewards Await</p>



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<p>First Class Beauty isn’t just about products; it’s about the experience.</p>



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<p>Throughout August, DFS shoppers can enjoy:</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Limited-edition travel sets</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Gifts-with-purchase</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Exclusive campaign rewards across participating brands</p>



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<p>Plus, for added excitement: Spend HKD/MOP 888 or above to take part in interactive in-store activations for a chance to win rewards from a multi-million-dollar prize pool.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">First Class Beauty 2026 at a Glance</h3>



<p>Campaign Period: August 1 to August 31, 2026</p>



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<p>Beauty Night Out Series</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;DFS Macau, Galaxy Macau — 1 August 2026 | 4:00 PM–6:00 PM</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;DFS Hong Kong, Causeway Bay — 21 August 2026 | 6:30 PM–8:30 PM</p>



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<p>Participating DFS Locations (Hong Kong &amp; Macau)</p>



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<p>DFS Macau</p>



<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Galaxy (Beauty)</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;MGM Cotai</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;MGM (Beauty)</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Shoppes at Four Seasons</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Shoppes at Londoner</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Studio City</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Wynn Palace (Beauty)</p>



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<p>DFS Hong Kong</p>



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<p><strong>•⁠&nbsp;</strong>&nbsp;Causeway Bay (Beauty)</p>



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<p>Ready to Run the Show?</p>



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<p>This August, step into First Class Beauty, where luxury meets entertainment, discovery becomes personal, and your glow is truly yours to define.</p>



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DFS Marks 12th Anniversary of First Class Beauty “Run the Show, Define Your Glow” (HK & Macau)


<p>On the northwestern edge of Hong Kong Island, beyond the glass towers and immaculate lobbies of Central, the city softens and reveals its origins. Sheung Wan, Sai Ying Pun and Kennedy Town, collectively known as Western District, formed the early backbone of colonial Hong Kong. Before reclamation pushed the harbour outward, before finance defined the skyline, this was the old city: a dense waterfront of traders and dockworkers, incense smoke and salted fish, steep stone steps and crowded tenements.&nbsp;</p>



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<p>Today, Western District remains one of the most textured quarters in Hong Kong. It is a place where history lingers as daily life. Antique dealers open their shutters beside third-wave coffee shops; temple incense drifts across tramlines; elderly residents practice tai chi within sight of luxury towers. To walk westward from Central is to trace the evolution of Hong Kong itself.</p>



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<p>When the British took possession of the island in 1841 and established the City of Victoria, settlement naturally followed the curve of the northern shore. Western District quickly became a centre for Chinese merchants, labourers and middlemen who sustained the colony’s trading ambitions. While Central housed government offices and European firms, Western developed a more densely Chinese character.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Scents of Sheung Wan</h3>



<p>Sheung Wan, meaning upper district, became synonymous with traditional trade. Even now, Des Voeux Road West is lined with shops selling dried seafood in staggering quantities: abalone stacked in glass jars, scallops tied into bundles, sea cucumbers laid out in careful rows. Drifting through summer’s heavy, humid air, the scent is unmistakable – briny, earthy and slightly sweet. Herbal medicine shops simmer concoctions to balance the body’s internal heat, their wooden drawers labelled in meticulous calligraphy. These businesses, often family-run for generations, connect modern Hong Kong to its mercantile ancestry.</p>



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<p>The physical landscape still bears the imprint of early settlement. Streets climb sharply uphill, shaped by the island’s dramatic topography. Ladder Street’s granite steps, laid in the 19th century, link Queen’s Road West to Hollywood Road and beyond in a steep ascent that once challenged sedan-chair carriers and porters. Tong lau – narrow tenement buildings with balconies and decorative ironwork –  line many lanes. Their façades, faded but dignified, embody a human scale rarely found in the city’s financial core.</p>



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<p>Spiritual life has always intertwined with commerce here. Man Mo Temple, erected in 1847, stands quietly on Hollywood Road, dedicated to the gods of literature and war. Inside, massive spiral incense coils hang from the ceiling, releasing a perfumed haze. Scholars once prayed here before imperial examinations; merchants sought divine favour for their ventures. The temple remains active, a sanctuary amid traffic and construction, affirming that Western District is not merely historic but living.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Old Welcomes New</h3>



<p>Hollywood Road itself tells another chapter of the story. Long associated with the antique trade, it has become a corridor where Qing dynasty porcelain and carved jade share space with contemporary art galleries. During major art fairs, collectors and curators wander these pavements, blurring the boundary between old and new economies.</p>



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<p>Turn onto Tai Ping Shan Street and the rhythm shifts. After bubonic plague swept through this crowded area in 1894, entire blocks were cleared, marking one of Hong Kong’s earliest urban-renewal efforts. The neighbourhood rebuilt itself, layer upon layer, and that layered resilience remains visible today.</p>



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<p>Former tenement spaces now house independent boutiques, wine bars and minimalist cafés. Murals brighten once weathered walls. Young designers and restaurateurs have gravitated here, drawn by architectural character and proximity to Central without its corporate intensity. Yet elderly residents still occupy upper floors. Their laundry flutters above espresso machines in a quiet understanding that neighbourhoods evolve without wholly surrendering their roots.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Steeped in Tradition</h3>



<p>Sai Ying Pun extends this narrative westward. Historically working-class and residential, it maintained a reputation for steep streets and modest apartments. The opening of the MTR West Island Line station in 2015 reconfigured its accessibility, linking it seamlessly to the rest of the island. Property values rose, and new restaurants, fitness studios and boutique hotels followed. But the transformation has not erased its local cadence. Wet markets remain lively; corner shops still sell daily necessities; community ties persist in parks and playgrounds.</p>



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<p>Further west, Kennedy Town once marked the practical end of urban Hong Kong. Abattoirs and warehouses lined its shore; cargo docks dominated the waterfront. Few outsiders ventured here unless they lived nearby. Today, that sense of remoteness has vanished. The extension of the MTR turned the district into a sought-after residential enclave, prized for harbour views and a comparatively relaxed atmosphere.</p>



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<p>The Kennedy Town promenade offers expansive vistas toward Lantau Island, particularly at sunset when the sky ignites in copper and rose hues. Families gather, joggers trace the waterfront, and pet owners stroll with conspicuous pride. Cafés spill onto pavements, their interiors bright with natural light. Yet the tram terminus remains, a reminder that the city’s slowest mode of transport still connects this edge to its centre. Pineapple buns continue to emerge warm from traditional bakeries, bridging decades with each batch.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Tenements and Towers</h3>



<p>Architecture in the Western District tells a story of adaptation. Unlike the uniform glass towers of Central, here scale varies unpredictably. Pre-war tong lau stand beside sleek residential high-rises whose reflective façades mirror the harbour. Industrial buildings have been repurposed into creative studios and co-working spaces.</p>



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<p>Commerce, too, has diversified. Kung Sau funeral parlour quietly serves cultural traditions around mourning, while Michelin-starred restaurants draw gastronomes from across the city. The culinary landscape mirrors Hong Kong’s cosmopolitan identity. Japanese omakase counters operate steps away from cha chaan tengs serving milk tea and toast. International wine bars coexist with noodle shops that have fed families for decades.</p>



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<p>Change inevitably generates tension. Rising rents challenge long-established businesses; redevelopment pressures small proprietors. Some lament the disappearance of familiar storefronts, replaced by boutiques catering to new demographics. Yet Western District’s transformation has been comparatively measured. The street grid remains intact; walkability endures; public spaces anchor community life.</p>


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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Slower Lanes of Life</h3>



<p>Perhaps what distinguishes Western District most is its tempo. Compared to the relentless urgency of Central, life here feels marginally unhurried. Conversations linger over coffee. Neighbours greet each other by name. The district’s steep streets demand a slower pace, encouraging attention to detail, like the curve of an iron railing and the glow of temple lanterns at dusk.</p>



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<p>Cultural continuity remains palpable. Clan associations reflect waves of migration from Guangdong and beyond. Festivals animate the streets with lion dances and drifting incense. English and Cantonese intermingle, echoing Hong Kong’s role as cultural intermediary between East and West. Expatriates and local families share the same bakeries and promenades, contributing to a layered social fabric.</p>



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<p>Standing at the tram terminus in Kennedy Town and looking eastward, the skyline rises gradually into the vertical drama of Central. The progression feels symbolic: from maritime beginnings to global financial powerhouse. Yet Western District resists being cast merely as a prologue. It possesses its own gravitational pull, grounded in memory but open to reinvention.</p>


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<p>To wander through Sheung Wan’s markets in the morning, climb Sai Ying Pun’s stairways in afternoon light, and watch dusk settle over Kennedy Town is to experience Hong Kong distilled. The old city persists here not as nostalgia, but as lived reality. Built on trade, resilience and community, its foundations remain visible in Western District, steady beneath an ever-evolving horizon.</p>



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District Dynamics: Trade, tradition and an influx of contemporary entrepreneurs shape Western’s evolving soul


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