Are you thinking of changing the layout of your home? Take a look around Paya, and you will find almost everything you need to begin the clean sweep, from handwoven fabrics, cushions, curtains, bedding, triangle pillows, futons, Thai mattresses and ceramic lamps. All of these products can be custom-made to your satisfaction. Prices are competitive and the quality unbeatable.
Emporium is a sophisticated shopping mall that features a variety of specialty stores like from designer boutiques to major labels. One of the most happening destinations in Bangkok, The Emporium is known for being high-class and high-quality. The six-level complex houses fashion labels like Phillip Lim, Adolfo Domingiuez, and AK Anne Klein. Luxury brands like Chanel, Burberry, Chloe, and Cartier offer plenty of opportunity to splurge. A top dining destination, The Emporium also houses cafes and restaurants like Fuji, Nara Thai, Sava Dining Room and more. Keep an eye out for local events here too.
Jim Thompson on Surawong Road is the main outlet for Jim Thompson's Thai silks and cotton. It is housed in a mock Thai style house and a spacious well-lit interior keeps shopping relatively hassle free despite the flocks of tourists who descend here every day. On the ground floor are scarves, ties, purses and gifts. Upstairs, they have ready-made clothes, cards, handbags, silks, cottons and a café. One can also find household fabrics, cushions, linens, and furniture. For premium cotton and silk products, this is definitely the place to come to.
Everyone likes to dress up fashionably and look good. Tom's Fashion gives you just that. In the tailoring business since 1983, Tom's Fashion is run by a set of well-experienced tailors who are experts in designing custom made suits for both men as well as women. The fabrics are especially chosen from a premium range of over 3,000 materials from around the world and handcrafted by the skilled tailors to give you a feeling of luxury and comfort at the same time. Right from tuxedos and T-shirts to sports jackets and topcoats, Tom's Fashion promises sartorial elegance for all.
Siam Paragon is an upscale shopping mall which boasts flagship stores for many international brands including Versace, Armani, Hugo Boss, Gucci and Swarovski. On the top floor are movie theaters, bowling venues, an IMAX theater, and the Royal Paragon Hall, which holds exhibitions and entertainment events. If you happen to be famished after a day of shopping, check out the Gourmet Market food hall in the ground floor or any of the other cafes and restaurants. Finally, when the kids are bored with shopping take them to Siam Ocean World, one of the largest aquariums in South East Asia, situated in the basement, and the let the marine world wash your cares away.
TUBA is a designer furniture shop and gallery where young and budding artists show-case their talent. There is a rich collection antique furnishings from the bygone era as well. If shopping is not on your mind then you can surely enjoy the local delicacies served here as this space doubles up as restaurant. You can gorge on the Thai dishes flavored with authentic herbs and spices. Not in the mood to either shop or eat? Simply relax and sip the cool cocktails and other beverages served here. TUBA surely is a place that has something for everyone.