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THE STARHILL REVEALS HIGH-END TENANTS DIOR OPENS NEW BOUTIQUE

AHEAD OF RE-OPENING EARLY NEXT YEAR IN KUALA LUMPUR JAPAN BRAND OPENS IN CHINA
The Japanese brand Tsutaya Books has launched
its first China outlet in Hangzhou, which is set
The iconic Starhill Gallery, which is part of a portfolio Dior has recently opened a new store at to be followed by a second store later this year.
of retail assets owned by Singapore-based Starhill Pavilion in Kuala Lumpur. Located in Kuala Back in April, the company said it pans to open
Global Real Estate Investment Trust (SGREIT) will Lumpur’s premium business and retail centre, 1,100 stores in China. The new store covers an
undergo a transformation and will be known as The on the main floor of Pavilion Kuala Lumpur, area of 3,000sq m, offering a selection of books,
Starhill - Home of the Taskmasters in 2021. the new Dior boutique offers a sophisticated music, movies and design merchandise.
The mall, the most luxury retail establishment in shopping experience that reflects Dior’s
the Bukit Bintang shopping district was developed by legendary elegance and timeless modernity.
YTL Corp Bhd more than two decades ago. The soft The striking Dior Pavilion Kuala Lumpur ONTHELIST ADDS SHOWROOM
opening of new stores and other food and beveage boutique features a sleek, flowing floor The company has launched a showroom
outlets is schedule to open in the last quarter of the plan to display women’s and men’s ready- at Raffles Place coinciding with its second
year. After undergoing the transformation will redefine to-wear, accessories, shoes, handbags and anniversary in Singapore. Located at Change
Kuala Lumpur’s shopping scene in a new concept that fine jewellery - which are showcased in a Alley Mall, the showroom will host weekly flash
infuses hospitality into the retail experience. dedicated space - and a VIP lounge and fitting sales from premium brands ranging from fashion,
Key to the refurbishment is to improve spatial room. Through tis innovative approach to beauty, homeware, wine and lifestyle products.
layout, circulation and overall shopping experience; all store design, the experiences the guests
interior common areas will be fully refreshed. Couple will recieve will propose a new concept of
with new hotel rooms, The Starhill will open in 2021. luxury, and are a reflection of the House’s ICON DENIM TO GO ABROAD
exceptional services. Vietnamese fashion label and retailer Icon
LIFESTYLE BRAND ARKET LANCOME OPENS A NEW Denim is set to expand its store network in
Southeast Asia, marking its very first foray
TO OPEN IN KOREA SMART STORE SUN SIYAM RESORTS TO OPEN outside of Vietnam. Top of the list of markets that
SIYAM WORLD IN DECEMBER are being considered are Thailand, Cambodia
and Singapore.
Arket continues to expand in Asia with the opening of its first store Lancome has introduced a smart store in partnership with Lotte
in Korea during 2021. The new physical store will introduce the Duty Free, occupying a 520sq m space and featuring contactless Sun Siyam Resorts, the creators of the opportunity to experience the Maldives like
brand’s collections of design for men, women, children and the home. digital experiences with AR and AI. The smart store also houses five-star multi-award-winning Iru Fushi, are never before. LG UPLUS TAKES AIM AT GEN Z
Based in Stockholm, Sweden, Arket is a moder-day market and a selection of skincare and make-up products, including the delighted to announce a brand-new chapter, Siyam World will offer guests an infinite South Korean telecom giant LG Uplus has
lifestyle destination offering essential products designed to be used Advanced Genifique serum. with the launch of revolutionary concept choice of endless dining possibilities. opened a seven-storey product showroom
and loved for a long time. The collections are curated to simplify The Lancome x Lotte Duty Free Smsrt Store in Seoul is a co- resort Siyam World. Truly innovative and Guests can take advantage of 12 individual in southern Seoul by partnering with local
good choices and to make everyday life more beautiful. The brand’s creation of a fully integrated physical and digital experience, and a unlike anything the Maldives has ever seen, restaurants and bars that enable guests to popular establishments as part of a broader
brick-and-mortar locations also include a seasonal vegetarian cafe re-imagination of the brand’s relationship with travellers through Siyam World will open in December 2020 as experience an extensive range of the finest effort to capture young customers. The building
and pastry shop that works to promote New Nordic everyday food. dynamic, beauty, tech innovations, according to Emmauel Goulin, the very first multi-experiential resort. international cuisine, from fresh sushi to houses a cafe, a bookstore and a photo studio.
Arket was launched in August 2017 and currently has 21 physical MD at L’Oreal Travel Retail Asia Pacific. Located on a stunning natural island exquisite Italian and authentic Indian and
stores across major European cities. In 2019 the brand launched a Lancome has introduced its first augmented-realty make-up nestled in the Noonu Atoll, encompassing Maldivian dishes. The culinary concept
global shopping site and also opened a digital flagship on China’s service Modiface, allowing customers to try on beauty products 52 acres of breath-taking wonder, Siyam continues with FRESH – a stylish restaurant HABIT BURGER PARTNERS UP
Tmall platform, its first online expansion outside of Europe. via virtual mirror from an iPad or by scanning QR codes. World is surrounded by a 1.5km house reef that offers guests the opportunity to California-based The Habit Burger Grill is to
that is teaming with wildlife and a diverse experience a contemporary menu that expand into Cambodia through a partnership
array of aquatic life. specialises in raw and organic food. with Kampuchea Tela. The first restaurant in
Siyam World will revolutionise the all- Guests of Siyam World will have access Cambodia opened last month at the Tela Toul
inclusive option. It’s unique 24-hour WOW! to the most incredible facilities, from 12 Kork Station in Phnom Penh and spans two
Inclusive Plan is at the core of Siyam World. restaurants and bars; an 18 treatment storeys, offering both dine-in and takeout. The
Present in every detail of the resort, it gives room spa as well as a wellness centre and launch is part of a plan to expand across Asia.
every guest the unmissable and increidble yoga platform.

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