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From glamorous goods to gastronomic experiences, get into the Christmas spirit of giving and receiving at Palais Renaissance—from A to Z.
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An A-Z Christmas Shopping Guide For Everyone In Your Life
A is for Accoutrements
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Blushing brides have long depended on Belle & Tulle Bridal for wedding ensembles, but you don’t have to be the one walking down the aisle to enjoy its wonderful wares. Palais Renaissance’s resident bridal boutique stocks intricate yet easy-to-wear jewellery and evening bags, perfect for dialling up the glamour of any outfit. (Headpiece, $500, Jennifer Behr at Belle & Tulle Bridal)
B is for Bright Days Ahead
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Before you jet off on your sunny beach vacation, arm yourself with a new pair of sunglasses from EYE WERKS. With frames from the likes of Tom Ford and Oliver Peoples, your new shades will elevate your poolside style and protect your peepers at the same time. (Red and pink sunglasses, Oliver Peoples. Sunglasses, Tom Ford)
C is for Come Hither
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Step up your boudoir game with The Lingerie Shop’s exclusive edit of underwear, swimwear and loungewear,
sourced from European labels such as Andres Sarda and Paladini. From frills and scallop trim, to silk and lace numbers, there are more than enough
options to satisfy the consummate lingerie lover’s desires. (Camisole, $488; robe, $758; slip dress, $488, Visvis at The Lingerie Shop)
D is for Desirability
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Multi-label boutique TYAN has been delivering eclectic versatility to fashion fans for close to 30 years. From harder-to-find diffusion labels like Sonia by Sonia Rykiel and Vivienne Westwood, to contemporary brands like Philosophy, TYAN’s diverse selection will add a dose of cool to your closet. (Dress, $989, Vivienne Westwood at TYAN. Clutch, $445, Vivienne
Westwood at TYAN)
E is for Enchantment
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Adored by actresses Zhang Ziyi, Amy Adams and Kate Winslet, Mouawad’s private collection of precious stones, which includes the famed Ahmedabad and Jubilee diamonds, is justifiably legendary. The family-owned
jeweller’s $55 million L’Incomparable necklace might be too grand a gift, but a pair of drop earrings is sure to dazzle come Christmas Day. (Pink spinel and pink
sapphire earrings, Mouawad)
F is for Flavourful Feasts
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Founded in 1989, Jing Hua Xiao Chi brings its signature home-style fl avours to the heart of Singapore’s shopping belt with its delectable xiao long bao and zha jiang noodles. Perfect for family gatherings, feast on the baskets full of plump and piping hot soup dumplings and crispy red bean pancakes.
G is for Garnet
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Indulge in the season's festive hues. From a spessartite garnet-emblazoned bracelet to a figure-flattering draped
red dress, a rich, decadent
crimson piece is all you need to stand out from the crowd. (Dress, $2,115, Maria Grachvogel. Spessartite tennis bracelet, Mouawad)
H is for Hand-held
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Besides lots of food, the holiday season brings lots of parties. The ultimate party accessory? A clutch in a bright hue or one that shimmers. (From top: Clutch, $48; pouch,
$46, Patch Magic. Clutch, $645,
Vivienne Westwood at TYAN)
I is for Irresistible
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One of Singapore and Hong
Kong’s leading specialised
jewellers, DeFRED Jewellers has long been the society set’s go-to creator of customised jewellery. Helming both the business and design departments, founder Fred Ho has an astute eye for the extraordinary, creating one-off
pieces with stones bold enough to stop traffic. (Golden Flakes convertible brooch and bangle; Ring The Bell earrings,
DeFRED Jewellers)
J is for Juxtaposition
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Designer Maria Grachvogel’s
cocktail-ready fall/winter 2016 collection is the answer to all your corporate party anxieties. Grachvogel’s slinky jumpsuits and draped dresses ooze
sophistication with just the right amount of class: Our favourites are a kimono-style wrap jacket in metallic blue, and the printed dresses to take
you from day to night. (From left: Jacket, $4,110; dress, $1,940, Maria Grachvogel)
K is for Karat
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If you are looking for something gold to add to your watch collection, Breitling’s
Galactic 29 is it. Known for its utilitarian, precision-made timepieces, the Swiss watchmaker surprised purists when it introduced this daintier model, which boasts luxurious touches like mother-of-pearl dials and diamond hour markers, and the prettiest of metals, rose gold. Feminine, but far from fragile, the watch is every bit a high-performer despite its smaller proportions. (Galactic 29, Breitling)
L is for Luxe Treats
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Set up by the beauty maestros
behind medical aesthetics spa (uk), Renaza Nail Spa is dedicated to revitalising your fingers, toes and soles. From the moment you walk in, the decor and welcoming staff
give you an idea of the luxurious experiences ahead: Imagine sinking your feet into a milk bath, before nail therapists work their magic on
your nails; scrubbing, massaging and restoring them to a healthy, beautifully polished state.
M is for Makeover
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This Christmas, Privé Aesthetics combines its Zlipo and Zwave treatments into a
killer ZCombi that promises to blast fat and tighten skin.
Virtually painless and non-invasive, the contouring process will leave you renewed and looking your best for the New Year.
N is for Night-time Glamour
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If you are looking to make a statement with jewellery, less is definitely more. A single bespoke creation by Yuli Fine Jewellery is all you need to add major sparkle to your
evening ensembles. For over 20 years, founder Jessie Foo Yuli has designed bijoux that encapsulate the wearer’s spirit—in this case, an ultra glamorous ring, crowned with a five carat pink diamond on a diamond-encrusted white gold band. (Pink diamond rings set with pink and white diamonds, Yuli Fine Jewellery)
O is for Order Now
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You can never go wrong with a get-together at PS.Cafe’s Palais Renaissance branch. Besides its Instagram-worthy
interiors, the generous portions of savouries and desserts will leave you spoilt
for choice, making it perfect for a spot of indulgence with your nearest and dearest. Can't decide? The crab tart and sticky date pudding are guaranteed to please.
P is for Playtime
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Like a chandelier, a gleaming piano adds beauty and grandeur to a living space, but definitely provides more fun. Designed by Steinway & Sons in collaboration with renowned furniture designer William Faber, the Essex EUP-116E model from Steinway Gallery shines with pristine white lines and gilded hardware that house a premium level of musical engineering at an affordable price of $11,500. Now, imagine
how wonderful it would be to sing along to Christmas carols
gathered around the piano with your family?
Q is for Quiet Pleasures
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Give your crowning glory the boost it needs before party season with a rejuvenating treatment at Leonica Trichology. From scalp massages to ultra violet light therapy, trichology pioneer
Leonica Kei has helped women and men overcome hair loss and scalp problems—
be it due to stress, age or hormonal imbalances—for almost 20 years. Treat yourself to a long overdue pampering
experience today, and you'll be saying hello to luscious locks in no time. (Photo: Leonica Kei)
R is for Ravishing Cuts
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A fresh new hair style will get you instantly ready for party season. Be it an edgy cut, or treatments to smoothen, curl or colour your locks, pampering is guaranteed at
Passion Hair Salon and Casey Inc. Hair & Beauty.
S is for Sophisticated Cool
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A. Browns & Co. - Made in Italy prides itself on creating high quality pieces for the modern woman. Timeless and precisely tailored, each piece offers great comfort and style, and to make things even easier, dedicated staff in-store will help choose the perfect fit for you. (Scarf, $39; sandal, $189; dress, $159, A. Browns & Co.- Made in Italy.
T is for Textile Arts
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Trust the Japanese to be way
ahead of everyone on the
upcycling trend: At Patch Magic, Akiko Silva has been repurposing old kimono fabrics since 1988, in addition
to importing traditional Yuzen-dyed goods and Edo Komon (a kimono style first worn by samurais) from workshops in Japan. A virtual shrine to Japanese textile arts, Patch Magic is your destination for soft furnishings and garments crafted in beautiful silk and indigo cottons. (Clockwise from top: Necklace, $84; obi belt, $98; top, $254, Patch Magic)
U for Utterly Delicious
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Switch things up this Yuletide
season with an authentic
robatayaki (charcoal-grilled) dinner at Ishinomaki Grill & Sake Bar. Serving the best and freshest Japanese produce, the izakaya has most of its seasonal seafood menu flown in from Japan at least twice a week. The restaurant has even been decorated to resemble the interior of a traditional fishing cabin, making for a novel spin on a scrumptious holiday feast.
V is for Very Comforting
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Looking for a place to recharge amid the last minute
shopping rush? Indulge in a brief respite at P. Bistro, a quaint cafe that serves comforting classics with Asian
and European fl avours. Perfect for a mid-afternoon treat is the rich, tummy-warming lobster bisque, while juicy beef sliders, scones and a plethora of cakes promise to revive spirits for the rest of your shopping journey.
W is for Whimsical Interiors
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Strange & Deranged is a
treasure trove for the eclectic
magpie: From mixed media vases, to ornamental bird sculptures, there’s something for every nook and cranny of your dream dwelling. We are particularly smitten with their embellished glassware, ideal for entertaining in your well-curated abode. (From left: Night Set in Animalia, $278; Pepper Mill Aubrac Cow Horn, $228, Strange & Deranged)
X is for X Marks the Spot
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Zoom in on skin concerns and get a flawless complexion in a flash with TOUCHE Elite’s
HA+ Multi-Optimizing Skin Treatment. The facial delivers a concentrated amount of
hyaluronic acid deep into the skin, boosting hydration levels and collagen synthesis for an
instantly tauter mien. One
session is all it takes.
Y is for Yellow Gold
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All that glitters is indeed gold when it comes to occasion dressing. Layer on the gilt in elegant fashion by stacking dainty necklaces or keep cool with a hand-painted metallic fan. Then, slip on a pair of shiny pumps to finish the look with finesse. (Fan, $46, Patch
Magic. Chain headpiece, $400, Jennifer Behr at Belle & Tulle Bridal. Ballerina flat, $195, Vivienne Westwood Anglomania + Melissa at TYAN)
Z is for Zesty Flavours
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’Tis the season to be jolly, and nothing improves a good meal like fine wine. Boasting an extensive selection of top quality wines from France and New Zealand, Artisan Cellars offers limited-production
Burgundies and bubbly that will perfectly complement your holiday feasts. (From left:
Champagne Chartogne-Taillet,
Le Rosé Brut; Champagne
Marie-Courtin, Résonance, Extra Brut; 2014 Sato, Pinot Noir, Artisan Cellars)