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This elegant four-level store is the place to go if you fancy a body-hugging
qipao
(cheong-
sam) with a modern twist, a Chinese-style clutch or a lime-green mandarin jacket. Custom
tailoring is available; it takes two weeks to a month and requires a fitting. Shanghai Tang
also stocks cushions, picture frames, teapots, even mah-jong tile sets, designed in a modern
chinoiserie style.
MEN'S CLOTHING
ARMOURY
Central; 11am-8pm Mon-Sat)
The Armoury can help any man look like a dapper gentleman, whatever your build - the el-
egant shop is a specialist in refined menswear sourced from around the world. You can
choose from British, Italian and Asian-tailored suits, and a high-quality selection of shoes
and ties to match. Still not good enough? Ask about the bespoke suits and custom footwear.
MALL
PRINCE'S BUILDING
You may find the layout of Prince's Building disorienting, but it's worth a look for its speci-
ality fashion, toy and kitchenware shops, and the latest art galleries. The selection is rather
eclectic but invitingly so.
GIFTS
PICTURE THIS
Prince's Bldg, Central; 10am-7pm Mon-Sat, noon-5pm Sun; Central, exit H)
The vintage posters, photographs, prints and antique maps of Hong Kong and Asia on sale
here will appeal to collectors or anyone seeking an unusual gift. There's also an assortment
of antiquarian books related to Hong Kong. Prices are not cheap but they guarantee all maps
and prints to be originals.
CLOTHING, ACCESSORIES
BLANC DE CHINE
Central; 10.30am-7.30pm Mon-Sat, noon-6pm Sun; Central, exit H)
This sumptuous store specialises in Chinese men's jackets and silk dresses for women, both
off-the-rack and made-to-measure. A gorgeous sequined gown takes about four weeks to
make, including one fitting. If you're not in Hong Kong after a month, the shop will ship it
to you.
