Singapore's passion for fashion is perhaps only equalled by its love of food. And with internationally famous flagship stores moving in, plus a rejuvenation of its most famous shopping street, Orchard Road, under way, Singapore is set to become even more celebrated as one of Asia's fashion and shopping capitals.
Retail therapy and great dining out can be enjoyed till well into the evening. Late Night Shopping takes place every Saturday and features great shoppers' deals and mall promotions, not to mention the on-street performances that add even more vibrancy to Singapore's premier shopping strip.Apart from the wide array of choices available – enough to satisfy any fashionista's wildest dreams – shopping in Singapore is also synonymous with quality and value. In addition to the latest merchandise, ranging from fantastic fashion and lifestyle treats to cutting-edge technology, shoppers are always assured of authenticity and quality service. The most popular items are fashion and accessories, consumer electronics and timepieces. Three in four visitors to Singapore make a visit to Orchard Road, making it the most visited free-access attraction here.
International labels with flagship stores in Singapore range from Cartier to Manolo Blahnik and from Van Cleef & Arpels to Prada. New malls include The Central, along the Singapore River opposite Clarke Quay, and Vivocity, on the southern waterfront near the Singapore Cruise Centre. The newly rejuvenated Orchard Road will include three new malls, which will open in 2008 and 2009.
But Singapore isn't all Gucci and Jimmy Choo, of course. Ethnic quarters around the city centre beckon visitors with their local foodstuffs and multicultural items that make wonderful gifts and souvenirs, plus arts and antiques from four corners of the globe. There are plenty of treasures to be discovered, from traditional Chinese medicine and beautiful fabrics on Arab Street in Kampong Glam, to saris and spices in Little India.
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