Top Fashion Designers In Hong Kong You Must Follow

Hong Kong is the best place for shopping. People go there not only to see places around but also to shop their heart out. Dresses, clothes, jewelry form an integral part of any shopper’s list.

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There are lot of international brands all around Hong Kong but instead of being indulged with them only, it is also worthy to give importance to the local brands of Hong Kong which are no less than any international brand. It goes without saying that some brands have also won many top international awards for themselves.

Some of the eminent Fashion houses in Hong Kong Are as follows:
FfiXXed Studios: This fashion studio was introduced in Berlin in 2010 by Kain Picken and Fiona Lau and then they shifted to the famous Hong Kong. The production was centered in Shenzen. Their street-savvy and casual clothes are very less aesthetic but with Japanese Silhouettes textures; they dominate the other fashion group of Hong Kong. This brand won several international awards like International Woolmark Prize for Asia in 2014, Yoox Esthetica Sustainability honor in 2015 for Eco-friendly fashion.
 

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They are attached in several fashion weeks both in Hong Kong and around the globe.

SPY Henry Lau:  Spy Henry Lau is a big name in the fashion world in Hong Kong. This is the most popular street style trade name of Hong Kong. Henry Lau graduated from Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s fashion designing program and then came up with his street style fashion brand with his primary boutique. His designs are big hit in different parts of the world and his clients include Jay Chou and Anita Mui.

Aries Sin-Modement: Aries Sin completed his fashion designing from Hong Kong Design Institute and launched various designs in 2010 which was basically the Hong Kong local fashion designs which she felt was lacking in the place during that time. Her designs became very famous in a short span of time and in 2016 she opened a store in Paris with Men’s collection. Her designs are mainly on monochrome colors, smart cut and androgynous aesthetic.

Stephanie Wong and Yannes Wong:

This young women wear brand is a preferred brand for the local celebrities in Hong Kong. This brand was established in 2013 by Stephanies Wong and Yannes Wong. Their aesthetic sense combines minimalistic, structured and womanly look without being ugly.

FAVE by kennyli:

This local famous brand was instituted in 2012 FAVE by Kenny Li. He had created a terrible buzz such as Marie Claire, and other magazines in Hong Kong. This brand is highly favored by the superstars like Joey Yung, Jason Chan. The design is famous for the minimal cuts and the geometric color combinations. For his outstanding work he is recognized with Hong Kong Association’s Global Design prize and several of his unique works are also being show cased in the museum as the permanent collection of clothes.

The next time you visit Hong Kong, make sure to visit the stores established by these amazing designers to get the best collection of clothing.

Upcoming Hollywood Movies in April and May 2017

No one would dare to deny that the best and most populous movies all over the world are from Hollywood primarily. No matter which genre you prefer such as adventure, sci-fi, action, thriller, crime, family, fantasy, romance, drama or animation; Hollywood always feed all its followers successfully. Some of its biggest examples are WarCraft, Captain America: Civil War and animation movies like Zootopia. As you are in the 4th month of the year 2017, you have started exploring the Hollywood movies coming up in the next few months.  Below is a list of best Hollywood movies all set to be released in April to May 2017.

List of Top New/Upcoming Hollywood Movies in April and May 2017:

The following list of upcoming Hollywood movies in the month of April and May, 2K17 has been sorted in a chronological order based on their release dates.
So starting with April, 2017

1. Colossal

Starring Dan Stevens, Anne Hathaway, Austin Stowell and Jason Sudeikis, Colossal is a story of Gloria (Anna Hathaway) who after ending up losing job and her boyfriend returns to her hometown. When the reports of Seoul being destroyed by a giant creature broke out, she ends up discovering that somehow she is related to this strange occurrence. Having received well appreciation, it is set to release on 7th April 2017.

2. Their Finest

It is a highly romantic-comedy movies based upon The novel ‘Their Finest Hour and a Half’ released in 20099 by Lissa Evans. Starring Sam Claflin, Gemma Arterton, Bill Nighy, Jake Lacy, Jack Huston, Heleon McCrory, Henry Goodman, Claudia Jessie and Richard E. Grant, it will hit the cinema halls on 7th April 2017.

3. The Sense of An Ending

It is a British American film (Drama) directed by Ritesh Batra while scripted by Nick Payne. This movie is based upon the novel ‘The Sense of An Ending’ by Julian Barnes and will be starring Jim Broadbent, Harriet Walter, Michelle Dockery, Emily Mortimer and Charlotte Rampling. It is set to release on 7th April 2017.

4. The Fate of the Furious also known as Fast and Furious 8

Also acknowledged by people as ‘Fast and Furious 8’, this film stars Dwayne Johnson, Vin Diesel, Michelle Rodriguez, Chris Bridges, Tyrese Gibdon, Kurt Russell, Scott Eastwood, Helen Mirren, Nathalie Emmanuel, Charlize Theron and Jason Statham. This film is the first one not starring Paul Walker- one who made the series popular. It is set to release on April 14Th 2017.

5. Smurfs: The Lost Village

Starring Demi Lovato (Smurfette), Mandy Patinkin (Papa Smurf), Joe Manganiello (Hefty Smurf), JackMcBrayer (Clumsy Smurf), Danny Pudi  (Brainy Smurf)and Rainn Wilson (Gargemel), this story is about a mysterious map prompting Brainy, Clumsy, hefty and Smurfette to find the lost village once inhabited by the female smurfs prior to the entry of Evil Garganmel. This movie will be released on Aoril 21st 2017.

Among others to be released in April 2017 you have Unforgettable- April 21st 2017, The Lost City of Z- April 21st 2017, Aftermath,-Aril 21st 2017, The Circle-April 28th 2017, How to Be a Latin Lover- April 28th 2017.

Coming to releases in May, 2017; you have:

1. The Lovers: This romantic comedy will be rocking the cinema halls on May 5th 2017.

2. Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul -Starrinh Owen Asztalos, Jason Ian Drucker, Alicia Silverstone and Tom Everett Scott, this comedy movie will hit the cinemas on 19th may 2017.

3. Everything, Everything : Amandla Stenberg,  Ana de la Reguera, Nick Robinson, Taylor Hickson starrer Everything Everything will be giving a tough fight to the Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul with its release date too being scheduled on 19th May 2017.

Other than these, you can even get your bookings done for: Fight For Space- May 19th 2017, Three generations- May 19, 2017, Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales- May 26th 2017, Baywatch- May 26th 2017 and Lowriders- May 26th, 2017.

Wrapping up, So for the month of April and May, Hollywood has enough to keep your boredom away. Get your tickets booked at the earliest and set forth for grabbing a wonderful experience with any of these movies.

5 Great trekking tours in Hong Kong

Hong Kong is considered as one of the best destinations for the hikers and trekkers in the world. If you are hiking and trekking aficionado then these 5 heavenly trekking destinations in Hong Kong will take your breath away.

1.    Dragon’s Back

What you want more than a hilly trekking trail with secluded coastal regions and forest-clad uphill roads? Yes! Dragon’s Back is the combination of all the exclusive topographical features a hiker dreams of.

The location is just a few kilometers away from the Hong Kong East. Being close to the hustles of the city, the destination is very peaceful offering serene views of the hilly side of the South China Sea. During the trek, you will find mesmerizing views of Tai Long Wan, Shek O, Stanley and other significant points.

Shek O will give mysterious and hair-raising tree tunnel amidst bamboo groves and thick forests to reach the peninsula. Here, the beach and the calm sea will give you jolts of happiness. Eventually, you will reach Wan Cham Shan to ride the dragon. Fluttering butterflies, panoramic views, and the refreshing breeze will welcome you there.

2.    Sha Tin Pass and Kowloon Reservoir

This trekking track will Reunification Pavilion via Sha Tin Pass Road and then to the beautiful Beacon Hill. This spot holds the historical heritage which depicts the first win of Hong Kong natives to cross the mountain barrier via the Beacon Hill Tunnel. The hilltop views from Eagle’s Nest here will present the beauty of highly populated Kowloon (West). The trial from the Eagle’s Nest ends near the Kowloon Reservoir. This is the fourth reservoir of the country. The views of the arch dam and the huge water body are very beautiful.

3.    Lantau Peak

This is the second highest point where you will find the best views of the sunrise. You have to take shelter in Ngong Ping at night. The trek to the peak takes almost two hours. If you want to catch the mesmerizing views of the sunrise amidst peaks then start at 4 am. Reach there by 6 am and witness the beauty. You have to follow the instruction near Wisdom Path. The perfect time to visit this destination is December-February.

4.    Lamma Island

The journey starts from Aberdeen to Lamma Island via a boat. The boat ride will offer superb landscape views that will get imprinted in your mind. After reaching Mo Tat Wan, you will pass the feng shui woods and wander on a coastal path. The hillside climbing starts from there and eventually you will find the shipping lanes of Cheung Chau and Lantau Island. You can enjoy a sumptuous seafood lunch at the open air restaurants in this locality. Do not forget to visit the kamikaze tunnels of Second World War.

5.    Geopark 

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The naturally made hexagonal columns due to volcanic activities in the Geopark are quite amazing. The abstract rock formation in this area brings down many tourists who love trekking in the woods and highlands. The reservoir road has beautiful scenarios all around it. You will find amazing views of the blue reservoir or small islands surrounded by the sea in Sai Kung Country Park. All these tours can be booked at Klook and you can also get discount offers from Discountcodehk or Meethk. 

Add these destinations to your list when you are planning to visit Hong Kong for a memorable holiday.

Top Fashion Deisnger in Hong Kong

Fashion Reaching A New Era In Hong Kong


The fashionable and colorful city of Hong Kong has a long history. A big change in trends have been made by Hong Kong which reflects itself in different areas such as entertainment, culture, economy and most importantly fashion. The second largest fair in the world is Hong Kong’s winter fashion week and also it occupies the first place in Asia. Fashion trends come and go every year but some fashion succeed to stand the test of time. There are many Hong Kong designers who launch their labels every year but those designers succeed to make their mark in the fashion world with their cloths who are capable of designing cloths according to people’s demand and are very committed to high quality standard and business savviness. 

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Some Of The Hottest Young Fashion Designers Of Hong Kong:

•    Kay Kwok has been creating the most buzz at this moment. He appeared in London Fashion week within less than 2 years of launching his own label. He has already succeeded to impress New York Times fashion editor Suzy Menkas. Kwok, who is a firm believer in fashion education, says that fashion education has shown  a drastic improvement in Hong Kong in recent years. He believes that he got the confidence and skill to go to the prestigious London College of Fashion and work with Alexander McQueen from his studies at Hong Kong Polytechnic University. The themes of futurism and technology influences his latest collection. By combining computer generated prints with asymmetric cuts he is giving the fashion world a new trend. 

•    With clean cut and feminine style Hei Lau has succeeded to get short listed for the international Woolmark Prize. Lau though an Hong Kong inhabitant cherished the dream of becoming the propounder of an international brand.

•    Meiyi Cheung another young fashion designer of Hong Kong who has been nominated for the International Woolmark Prize. Her aesthetic is described by her as gentle and exquisite. She finds it subtly sexy. Not a fan of the fast fashion dominating Hong Kong she believes price and convenience still rule the mindset of Hong Kong customers. According to her great challenges instigate great creativity. 

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Some Local Designers Gaining Attention:•    Priscilla I’Anson, PI’A who established a womenswear brand is now a part of growing trend of bloggers. This brand believes in keeping it clean, modern and classy with little emphasis on mix and matching
•    Androgynous designs by Aries Sin’s have succeeded to earn her a cult of followers which includes singer like Candy Lo and actress Miriam Yeung. She has created a distinct Hong Kong style.
•    Central Saint Martins graduates Kay Wong and Jin Wong has set up Daydream Nation which believes in collaboration and also gives a platform to young local designers. It has successfully created it’s own local quirky main line. This company also works in film, visual art, music and dance


 Some New Brands of Hong Kong:

There are quite a few fashion designers who are breaking into the scene these days. Hong Kong has a mixture of local and foreigners who are launching their labels and that is why we are getting to enjoy a vast diversity while choosing a style. The city is slowly becoming the shopping hub of Asia. Apart from Zara, Topshop, J.Crew and many other international retail stores that we love, there are also many new, hip brands who should be given a chance.

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•    Fashion is more than just clothing, it's a form of expression is believed by A Black Cigarette. The brand by using eco friendly material and sustainable concepts for their designs has been gaining considerable popularity in the fashion market. Their main concept is versatility and according to them, it is the neutral color palette which encourages the wearer to go stylist.
•     Aly and Rachelle is the affordable luxury brand which was founded in 2011 in the UK and Hong Kong. They design timeless pieces that are fashionable and versatile  by using only the finest materials and expert craftsmanship. Christine Lam who is the brand’s creative director is experienced in producing high quality designs.

The label “Made in China” was regarded as unfortunate association with low quality products and mass produced. However, these new innovative, young designers have succeeded to Change this perception to some extent. Chinese shoppers used to focus on Western brands previously but now with the new generation of talented designers they are focusing on their home products. These designers are getting attention both in China as well as internationally.

The Movie Three Is A Must Watch For The Movie Buffs

Entertainment in any form helps us to get rid of the stress and the brain get complete refreshment. The best source of entertainment is watching movies and if you are a movie buff then you will surely not miss watching the Three 2016 by Jonnie To. It is a thriller movie and will surely make you glued to your seat. You will not be able to take your eyes off the screen for a split second. Every second is full of anticipation as what will happen next. So if you haven’t watched the movie yet, then male sure to watch it at the earliest. 

Release Date: The film Three was released on 24th June 2016 and the movie has a good rating which is another significant reason for watching the movie. I personally would recommend you to watch the movie as it will surely entertain and you will feel like watching it again.  If thriller is your choice of the movie then this is the movie for you. The movie is about 88minutes. Johnnie To, who is popularly known as the action film-maker has given the movie lover wonderful gift by making this wonderful thriller “Three”.

Uniquely Cinematic:

The movie “Three” is To’s medical thriller and the action scenes in the movie are uniquely cinematic. Johnnie To has dedicatedly worked to make this movie a super hit and it is indeed a great success in the box office.   The movie has a ticking-clock plot and it is To’s flawless film making technique that has considerable gave a boost to the plot. To has used his film-making skill appropriately in bringing out the best from the actors in the movie. To constantly squeeze tension out from the pulpy premise. So it is advisable that proceed to the theater near you to watch the movie.

Synopsis:

The movie surrounds around three characters, Officer Chan, Dr. Tong and Shun, a bad guy. Officer Chan and Dr. Tong, both are very serious about their works.   But officer Chan has become fed up with his work.  Officer Chan has hit a guy in the head who has a bad reputation and now the responsibility of saving the life Shun rests on Dr. Tong. Chan does not have any interest in the well-being of the victim and he does not want Dr. Tong to carry her duty towards the victim.
The personalities of the characters are not established through dialogues. The smirk on the lips, worried looks in the eyes and arch of brows of the characters will give you a real feeling and not reel. The personalities of the characters are established by To in the movie delicately through actions. The center of attraction in the movie “Three” is Tong. I found the character very dedicated towards the work and as a doctor perfectly portrayed her role in the film.  It is only possible when you are completely devoted towards your work and this what To has shown in the movie through the character Dr. Tong.

Tong Has The Richest Personality:

The richest personality in the movie Three is Dr. Tong. The audience has liked this character immensely in the movie. We see the risk involved in her job in a scene in the movie where she tried her best but failed but to save an individual with brain damage. This tension leads the viewers to walk around the parking lot, hallways and adjacent room that eventfully lead them to the main location of the movie that is Shun’s ward. It is single location film and you will experience tension throughout the film.

Cast :

Wallace Chung has played the character Shun in the movie. The character of Dr. Tong has been portrayed by Zhao Wei and Louis Koo has successfully demonstrated the character of officer Chan.   An 88 minutes film with full of excitement all through will certainly give you a wonderful experience in watching the movie. Johnnie To, a master filmmaker has wonderfully made this film making the characters real. The cinematography in the film is something to watch for and you will feel that you are on the spot and are not viewers. So what are you waiting for? Get your tickets at the earliest in the nearest movie hall and watch it.

Top Selling Cars in Hong Kong

                     Hong Kong, Creating A New Blueprint for Modern Automobile

Late 1800 was the blueprint for modern automobile. Although in the first half of the twentieth century Americans dominated the automobile industry and China was lagging behind at that time but China soon succeeded to made up for the delay. In 2000 China had 4million cars for 1.3 billion population and by the end of the decade, the number was six times higher. China is now World’s largest new car market. Due to an enormous rise in the car rate, China emerged as the world's fastest-growing major economy. When it comes to the car, Hong Kong is not really a place where you would like to own it or even drive one as it is one of the most densely populated places in the world. But the number of people using the car to get around in Hong Kong will definitely surprise you.

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•    Most popular cars in Hong Kong

In Hong Kong, most families live together thus many prefer to buy a car which fits the whole family comfortably. Thus vans are extremely popular in Hong Kong. By far Toyota has been the bestselling brand there, and the most popular vehicle is the Toyota Hiace Van. Where ever you go in Hong Kong, you will find this vehicle. And they have many functions like transporting cargo, taking families to trips around towns. With the executive crowd and families, The Alphard is very popular. Previa and Noah are also among the popular cars. Although Corolla Sedan is popular among the countries like Thailand or other Asian countries but in Hong Kong, it is not very popular and a rare sight on the road. El grand, Serena minivans are some of the cars which are numerous on the road. H 1|Starex vans are the only Hyundai car you will see on the road. In Hong Kong, the sale of Hyundai is not that much.

•    Luxury Cars in Hong Kong

Luxury cars are very famous in Hong Kong. Rolls-Royce has the largest market in Hong Kong for decades. Many Roll Royce can be seen on the Hong Kong streets. Mercedes and BMW sedan are also popular. But the Telsa Model S is the star of the town. A full charged Telsa lasts up to several weeks in a small land area like Hong Kong. As Hong Kong is developing a supercharger network these electric car brands see an increase in the sale. Mercedes E class cars have been able to establish themselves as a leader among large and mid-luxury vehicles because of their comfort, performance, and safety. For new car owners, features such as spacious interior, dynamic appearance as well as leading technology have become an increasingly popular choice. Hong Kong is a key regional headquarter for Volkswagen Group. For its high-tech sales process, Hong Kong became Volkswagen’s global test bed.

•    Effectivity of Electric Vehicles

Many Hong Kong resident is concerned about hazardous roadside pollution. There are many areas in Hong Kong where the roadside pollution is very high due to vehicles, general vehicular emissions, traffic congestion a. Many drivers in Hong Kong are thus using electric cars. People’s interest in electric cars is growing vehemently. Hong Kong’s population density, lack of space doesn’t provide any incentive to buy a private car. High registration taxes have been imposed on new vehicles. These are meant for reduction of road traffic and street level emission. Thus people are busy buying new electric vehicles. Electric cars are quietly rolling by throughout the Hong Kong street. 

Best performance, as well as efficiency, is what requires for being the best car in the world. These cars mentioned above perhaps are not the smartest in their classes, but an excellent mix of features and wide market appeal is provided by them. As the disposable income is rising the demand for cars in China is on the rise. Most of the demand for cars is coming from Hong Kong. As the per capita income is rising the market is also scoring a unique in the world series.