The Flower Market is located on Flower Market Road (where else?) near Prince Edward Road West. Flowers from all over the world are sold both wholesale and retail. For the same amount of money you spend in a flower shop for a dozen roses, you can get a much bigger bunch of guaranteed-fresh flowers here in a variety of colors. The flowers sold here are always fresh and smell very good. So head down to this market to gift that someone special a nice bouquet of a variety of flowers.
Also known as Women's Street because it used to sell goods only for women, Tung Choi Street is similar to Temple Street Night Market, except that it starts its trading day at noon. In addition to the street stalls, which sell anything from furiously beeping alarm clocks and glittering faux designer watches to unisex clothes and CDs, there are also lots of small shops that sell all sorts of other stuff. The market is generally quite crowded, and a bit of pushing is just as expected as haggling over prices. Ladies' Market is situated in the southern part of the Tung Choi Street.
Looking for cheap clothes, food, watches or footwear? Temple Street is the place to go to. Almost everyone will find a bargain at this night market. Temple Street runs all the way from Man Ming Lane to Ning Po Street and is divided in two by the Tin Hau Temple, the street's namesake. For some street-stall food, it is best to head north of the temple, where anything from a bowl of noodles to a full seafood meal can be found.
Jade Market, as its name suggests, specializes in the deep green gem jade. A gigantic jade stone monument punctuates this market that is bustling with crowds. This stone is believed to be a symbol of good luck, and newborns are blessed with them in the local culture. An array of hues, qualities and types are available depending on your zodiac sign and horoscope. Tourists are seen bargaining down to a convenient midpoint with vendors. Also on offer are an array of items, knicknacks, electronics, home decor and clothing. Head here to pick up a souviner typical of Southeast Asia.
The name should automatically conjure up rarefied pictures of equestrian weekend gatherings made up of the beautiful rich, all attired in honey-colored leathers, and beige suede and cashmeres. The ties and ascots will be flourishes of color, the shoes and riding boots will be immaculate and even the teacups seem out of some neo-classical English oil painting. Yes, you can certainly decorate this fantasy, and many others, from the Hermès shop in Central. Just walking into it is an almost pastoral sensation, from the chaos of Hong Kong outside. All is a hushed understatement and the prices are extreme.
The Asia Fine Art Gallery is located at the end of narrow alleyway off busy, bustling Queens Road East, the main thorough the Central and Western district, Wan Chai. The Asia Fine Art Gallery aims to promote the artworks of relatively new and up-and-coming Asian artists who hail from countries like Vietnam, China, Myanmar, Philippines, Indonesia and Hong Kong. Moreover, the gallery has now somewhat broadened its horizons to promote western artists, sculptors and photographers. The gallery also regularly hosts exhibitions and events to promote and popularize the works of the various artists on its roster.
Much like all the other retailers dealing with expensive wristwatches, this shop stocks Hermes, S. T. Dupont, Bvlgary, Audemars Piguet, Hublot, Bertolucci, Tudor, Jean D'Eve and Rolex. Also available are Chopard watches as well as a selection of complementing diamond-encrusted jewellery by the same watchmaker.
An exquisite collection of Chinese Qing Dynasty silk robes act as this shop's focal point. These imperial robes have intricate designs indicating the wearer's level of power through symbols such as dragons, the sun or the moon. When framed, the embroidered sleeve bands and collars look exquisite. This is also the place to buy elaborately decorated fans, perhaps one of the silk fabric ones sporting ivory faces. Also not to be missed are the unbelievably blue kingfisher feather hair ornaments, gouache paintings and the silver and export ivory accessories.
The name Lanvin has been around for ages and may have lost some of its lustre in Europe, compared with flashier labels like Versace or Dolce & Gabana, but it is still here and still offering rich clothing for a slightly more conservative, but stylish bunch. Although a distinct Lanvin look does not exist, the variety can be useful. Alterations can be done in-house and take one day.
Jack Wills is a British clothing brand that has over sixty stores in the US and UK, and has begun to make its inroads into the Asian market with the launch of its stores in Hong Kong. The brand is known for its collegiate-inspired apparel and timeless appeal. Jack Wills' flagship store is located on Leighton Road in the busy Causeway Bay, and is adorned with various symbols of the UK, like a Land Rover painted in the brand's trademark hues of blue and pink, a hand-painted Union Jack and a caricature of Queen Elizabeth. The multi-level store carries various lines of outerwear, knitwear, footwear, gym gear, accessories and more for both men and women. The store not only markets its wares but also periodically hosts live music performances in an effort to bring in the crowds that fill Hong Kong's main shopping district. -Anjeeta Nayar
Located in a historical building that used to be a pawn shop, Tang Tang Tang Tang is a lovely home decor boutique that takes up the entire ground floor. The name of this chic boutique represents the first several notes of Beethoven's 5th Symphony. Resembling a cozy and trendy home, the shop features items for every room. From the bedroom, bathroom, living room and dining room, Tang Tang Tang Tang offers darling pieces like hand painted lambs, candle holders, chic throws and much more.
LALA CURIO is designed to resemble an actual home, and each room is decorated with furniture, accessories and accoutrements for visitors to browse through. The store features a unique collection of home decor and furniture inspired by traditional crafts tweaked for the modern home. Find everything form beautiful light fixtures, bespoke furniture, vintage-inspired chairs, limited-edition fabrics and much more in store. Their line of cloisonné tiled boxes and accessories are especially lovely. Peruse their collection to find something one-of-a-kind for your home and amp up your style quotient. You can also pick up smaller decorative items to gift people back home. Check out the website for the most recent collections, events and themes.