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Black Friday Singapore 2019 Deals: Tech and Gaming edition
November 29, 2019
Black Friday Singapore 2019 Deals: Tech and Gaming edition
Black Friday is nearly upon us and though the event is more associated with America, it does not mean we can’t benefit from it as well. Like the recent Singles Day blowout from multiple retailers just a couple weeks back, there are some spectacular discounts on offer again to the public. The discount covers a wide variety of products, but we will be specifically honing in on tech and video games for you enthusiasts who have been itching for a drop in price. Shopee: Impossible $10 deals and cashback vouchers Shopee was a big part of the 11.11 sales and…
Lenovo launches new 4,500 square feet flagship store in Funan
August 22, 2019
Lenovo launches new 4,500 square feet flagship store in Funan
Funan was successfully relaunched less than a month ago, with new and exciting stores breathing new life into the famed shopping centre. Now it’s been bolstered by the launch of another new store within its walls – the Lenovo Experience Store. The Lenovo Experience Store (LES) is a new flagship store by the technology company of the same name, housing all of their latest tech and gadgets for consumers to view and try out before making a purchase. Promising a unique “online-to-offline” retail experience, Lenovo invites its customers to interact with their products on-ground, before confidently making a purchase online…
Funan returns with an innovative shopping concept for the new generation
June 28, 2019
Funan returns with an innovative shopping concept for the new generation
Funan makes its highly-anticipated return on 28 June 2019 (Friday) after undergoing a three-year redevelopment. Located right in the heart of the Civic District, Funan aims to inspire play, learning, creativity and connection with more than 180 brands clustered around six passion themes – Tech, Craft, Play, Fit, Chic, and Taste. Of these, around 30% are new-to-market brands, new concept stores or flagships. Also, more than 60% of the brands originate from Singapore, reinforcing Funan’s position as a showcase for local talents. Funan’s main features include a cycling path and bicycle hub, kinetic wall, and the Tree of Life. Cycling…
Say goodbye to FOMO with our nifty GSS: Experience Singapore Guide
June 26, 2019
Say goodbye to FOMO with our nifty GSS: Experience Singapore Guide
Great Singapore Sale (GSS) is back for its 26th year from Friday, 21 June 2019 to Sunday, 28 July 2019 – this time, with a fresh new look! Leveraging on the successful legacy of the 25-year Great Singapore Sale which has won the hearts of locals and tourists from all over the world, the rebranded GSS: Experience Singapore (GSS: ES) is a proactive response to the ever-evolving retail landscape, changing consumer preferences and competition from the online marketplace. GSS: Experience Singapore 2019Singapore’s longest running annual sale (formerly known as The Great Singapore Sale for the past 25 years) is back…
Gifts Less Ordinary: Matrix Fengshui Blessings with Master SiewLi
May 5, 2019
Gifts Less Ordinary: Matrix Fengshui Blessings with Master SiewLi
Earlier this year, Gifts Less Ordinary — a Singapore-based luxury personalised gifts online marketplace — announced a first-time collaboration with Master SiewLi, a leading Fengshui and Bazi master in Singapore. The resultant Matrix Fengshui Blessings was a unique jewellery collection — featuring pieces crafted from precious metals and adorned with activated engravings for blessings and protection. Designed and blessed by Master SiewLi, the jewellery pieces focus on blessings for good fortune, well-being, romance, career success, and harmony. Each piece also comes with its own handy guide on activating its energy — derived from ancient metaphysical traditions and Chinese geomancy. Whether…
KOKUYO ING 360° Gliding Chair Brings A Whole New Take To Office Chairs
May 4, 2019
KOKUYO ING 360° Gliding Chair Brings A Whole New Take To Office Chairs
KOKUYO Co. Ltd, a leading provider of office design and furniture in Japan, is setting the pace for office furniture industry with the unveiling of their breakthrough KOKUYO ING 360° Gliding Chair. The ground-breaking 360° gliding innovation keeps both the body and mind active, addressing the growing health and wellness issues among office workers who sit still in the office for prolonged hours at a time. Varied findings have indicated that office workers in Singapore spend the bulk of their time sitting still at their desks, which is a key contributing factor in the increase in cardiovascular disease, diabetes and…
Jewel Changi Airport: Shake Shack, Pokémon Center, and the World’s Tallest Indoor Waterfall Makes its Debut in Singapore
April 13, 2019
Jewel Changi Airport: Shake Shack, Pokémon Center, and the World’s Tallest Indoor Waterfall Makes its Debut in Singapore
If you have not been kept in the loop, CapitaLand just unveiled the pre-opening of their super mall, Jewel Changi Airport on Thursday, 11 April. The pre-opening gave approximately 60,000 people a sneak preview of what the mega structure has to offer for everyone visiting it. The mall stands at 1,443,000 square feet and it is the second largest one in Singapore, with VivoCity topping the list with 1,500,000 square feet. It will officially be opened to the public on 17 April 2019. Aside from the sheer scale of the mall, here are some facts of Jewel Changi: There…
Retro Gate: A 3,000 Square Foot Retail Haven for Self-Expression & Japanese-American Streetwear
February 8, 2019
Retro Gate: A 3,000 Square Foot Retail Haven for Self-Expression & Japanese-American Streetwear
Retro Gate, Singapore’s first Japanese-American inspired vintage and streetwear thrift store, launched its latest concept store on 12 January this year. In what started out to be a passion project between founders Ryo Yamamoto and Paul Low, Retro Gate has made a name in the local streetwear scene with its dedication to affordability, accessibility, and abundance. From vintage thrift shopping to gaming and chillout areas, and a corner to polish your sneakers, its latest store is many things in one. Previously, Retro Gate was located at a unit in Citimac Industrial Building, which is next to Tai Seng MRT. Since…
LEGO Goes Local: Pop-up Store in Changi Airport Brings Iconic Singapore Architecture to Life
December 29, 2018
LEGO Goes Local: Pop-up Store in Changi Airport Brings Iconic Singapore Architecture to Life
LEGO’s latest pop-up store is now open to the public in Changi Airport Terminal 3. While you may originally expect a regular flagship store (like I did), this is currently the only store that offers a range of LEGO renditions of local landmarks, from the breathtaking structures of Singapore architecture to the intricate models of local dishes. Thanks to full-time artist Nicholas Foo – who is one of the only LEGO certified professionals worldwide – you can now catch sight of multiple LEGO local attractions in the pockets of time that you have before your overseas vacation or after your homebound…
From Rio To Singapore: CARIUMA Sneakers Are Now Exclusively Available at kapok NDC
December 29, 2018
From Rio To Singapore: CARIUMA Sneakers Are Now Exclusively Available at kapok NDC
CARIUMA was founded in 2018, with the brand making its debut in May 2018, with its first pop-up and online store just days apart. Their efforts were met with resounding success, as seen from how its sneakers were sold in 21 countries – in just three weeks. View this post on Instagram Our OCA High in Cloud Grey Suede loves flying both international & domestic, plus it matches with every look you can fit in your carry-on. It's a packing list must-have. A post shared by C A R I U M A® (@cariuma) on Feb 17, 2020 at 8:57am…