New in the city

As Christmas approaches, shoppers looking for unique and memorable gifts can f ind a variety of choices at these new Suntec City shops.

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As Christmas approaches, shoppers looking for unique and memorable gifts can f ind a variety of choices at these new Suntec City shops.

PERTH’ SKEY
The skincare brand opens its first store in Singapore at Suntec City. All Perth’s Key products are organic and natural, minimising the use of complex ingredients to reduce allergies. It stores its products at a low temperature to ensure quality, and does not carry out animal testing. Two best-selling products are the rosehip oil from Chile and the aloe vera gel that comes from Perth and has been approved by the International Aloe Science Council (IASC). Also look out for its baby cleansing and skincare range, which is suitable for use on infants’ delicate skin.

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COLE HAAN
Shaped by more than a century of craftsmanship, innovation and style, the quintessential American brand boasts preppy chic footwear and accessories for men and women. ZeroGrand, the brand’s key collection, integrates innovation and craftsmanship in an engineered product that is the lightest and most flexible shoe Cole Haan has ever created.

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GOWN FORESTRY
Need an evening dress for that special occasion? This multi-label boutique offers ready-to-wear gowns from a wide range of local and international designers. Each design comes in limited numbers and is exclusive to this outlet. If you have something specific in mind, opt for the boutique’s exclusive bespoke service. Rental gowns are also available.

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I LOVE BALLERINAS
Who doesn’t love a pair of comfortable and stylish ballerina flats? I Love Ballerinas opens its first local store at Suntec City, bringing you flat pumps in all styles and colours. Find everything from pretty designs with ribbons that hug the ankles to classic flats that are great for work, as well as dressed-up versions embellished with glitter.

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BIRKENSTOCK
Style and comfort come together in the iconic brand’s “better than barefoot” sandals. Each sandal is crafted using Birkenstock’s signature contoured cork and rubber footbed, designed to mimic the foot’s natural shape and stay supremely comfortable all day. Every Birkenstock has a deep heel cup to ensure proper weight distribution and foot alignment. Explore the wide range of casual sandals with classic double and triple buckle straps, and the thong sandals. Our favourite: the textured-metallic styles.

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RIMOWA(Opening soon)
Whether it’s a traditional aluminium case or lightweight piece made of high-tech polycarbonate, the characteristic grooves on its outer shell are what make a RIMOWA suitcase unmistakable at a glance. With a rich heritage and German engineering at its best, RIMOWA strikes a perfect balance between tradition and innovation. The patented Multiwheel® Systems make even your heaviest pieces of luggage easy to manoeuvre. To take off in style toting the original suitcases with the grooves, check out the Topas range (pictured above) and the Salsa Deluxe range.

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AMERICAN EAGLE OUTF ITTERS (AEO)
Head to American Eagle Outfitters’ second store in Singapore for American classics like checkered shirts, zippered hoodies and graphic tees. It also has an extensive selection of denim in various fits and washes that will leave you spoilt for choice. From Super Skinny, Slim Straight and Original Taper for men to Jeggings, Skinny and Tom Girl for women, the AEO jeans line is the star of the store. There’s also the first Aerie shop-in-shop in Singapore, offering girlie lingerie, active apparel, loungewear and accessories.

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STAR360
Established with the aim of altering the streetwear landscape, this multi-label concept store is a one-stop purveyor of highly coveted sneakers, apparel, bags and accessories. Here, you’ll find cutting-edge labels that rank high on individuality, such as ASICS Tiger, Converse, Happy Socks, Master-piece, Munsingwear, Obey, Reebok Classic and Saucony Originals. Patrick, Polo Ralph Lauren Men’s and Spingle are exclusive to Star360. A must-buy this season: the Paris-inspired Parinton sneakers from French brand Patrick. Designed by Tokyo-based illustrator Sorimachi Akira, known for his relaxed and comical artistic interpretations, the model echoes the brand’s playful appeal with its red, blue and white colour combination.

Parinton cow-leather sneakers, $199.
Parinton cow-leather sneakers, $199.

LAMBORGHINI
For uncompromising Italian power and style on the road, you can’t do better than a Lamborghini. A legend in the world of luxury sports cars, this exclusive motoring brand is pure sophistication. Its store at Suntec City is the first in the world to feature fashion and lifestyle merchandise alongside its cars. It will display a different supercar every month.

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GERMAIN (Opening soon)
This French design workshop was started by a group of design elites in Paris. Then, it was talents-potted and acquired by the Moiselle Group. Its Hong Kong design team now uses its Parisian design aesthetic and knowledge to bring you a range of versatile day-to- night pieces suited for life in the city. Germain also produces exclusive graphics and prints and utilises innovative technology to create its wearable silhouettes.

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MBT
With its thick, curved soles and sensible, wide straps, this range of revolutionary footwear helps to increase lower-limb muscle activity and improves posture and balance. MBT’s patented curved-sole construction produces what has been described as a pleasant and natural feeling reminiscent of walking on a sandy beach. The Pivot Axis promotes a gentle rolling movement, and the upwardly curving forefoot influences a smooth and healthy transition from one step to the next.

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ONITSUKA TIGER
In 1949, Kihachiro Onitsuka established Onitsuka Tiger, the forerunner of ASICS. The legend lives on today in the brand’s fusion of Japanese heritage and modern flair, with designs ranging from updated classic silhouettes to refreshing new styles and collaborations with artists and cultural connoisseurs. The spirit of Japan resonates in each new collection of Onitsuka Tiger shoes, apparel and accessories.

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