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Karim Azar of ifc, Karen Lee Wai Kwan of Henderson Land Development Co. Ltd and Lo King Wai of Sun Hung Kai Properties Ltd (from left to right)

ifc mall Celebrated Lunar New Year 2008 with Handcrafted Wooden Calligraphy

Fresh on the heels of the success of the magnificent floating Christmas tree, ifc mall celebrated the start of the Lunar New Year with dragon and lion dancers and the traditional eye-dotting ceremony.

Eight giant handcrafted wooden Chinese sculptures, designed to bring luck and good fortune to visitors to ifc, were commissioned as part of ifc mall’s signature blend of ‘East meets West’.

Dating back to the 7th century, the “Kai Shu” (楷 書) characters represented different festive

blessings and all featured intricately carved seasonal flowers, fishes and birds. Each delicately handcrafted sculpture was 12 feet high, weighed 300 pounds and took a team of 20 artists more than one month to prepare.

The sculptures were made from boxwood, a durable delicate wood that is traditionally used for wood carving. The wood was more than a century old and was recycled from houses that were being demolished for urban renewal which gave a new lease of life to something so special.

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Redemption with StyleShoppers at ifc mall were rewarded with traditional “Lai See” packets and a stylish redemption gift of a set of wooden chopsticks in a lined presentation case.

The Dragon and Lions Awake

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U.S. Seventh Fleet Naval BandFounded in 1943 with the establishment of the United States Seventh Fleet, the band has performed their special brand of American music to millions of people in the Western Pacific. The band made their first public performance in Hong Kong on 30 January under the giant peach blossom at ifc mall, when 21 musicians gave a performance to remember.

Prosperity, good luck and fortune were in abundance when Karim Azar, Assistant General Manager, Retail Leasing - International Finance Centre Management Co. Ltd, Karen Lee Wai Kwan, Assistant General Manager, Portfolio Leasing Department - Henderson Land Development Co. Ltd and Lo King Wai, Deputy General Manager, Office Leasing Department - Sun Hung Kai Real Estate Agency

Ltd performed the centuries-old eye-dotting ceremony at the Oval Atrium on 12 February.

An excited audience watched as the sleeping dragon and slumbering lions were brought to life, moving in a blaze of colour and sound before setting off to spread their good fortune to the stores and shoppers throughout ifc mall.

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D&G Boutique LaunchHong Kong joined New York, London, Milan and Barcelona as D&G opened their third mono brand boutique at ifc mall in December.

The interior design concept reflected the D&G message of glamour with theatrical lighting showcasing the men’s and women’s wear collections against a background of glass, mirrors and steel structures.

Invited guests to the exclusive launch party included Eunis Chan and Cathy Chow.

Christmas 2007 Lucky DrawMs Connie Tang, the winner of ifc mall’s Christmas lucky draw, received the keys to a Jaguar X-Type Sport at a prize presentation on 11 February from Alan Ing, General Manager - Inchcape Motors Limited and Karim Azar, Assistant General Manager, Retail Leasing - International Finance Centre Management Co., Ltd.

Fireworks ExtravaganzaWelcomes 2008The dazzling pyrotechnic fireworks display that heralded the arrival of 2008 made Two ifc a global media icon as images flashed across the world’s news networks.

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Bonita Cheung, Maggie Cheung, Zing and Shirley Harilela (from left to right)

Lane Crawford TrANSITIONs

Jennifer Woo, President of Lane Crawford and acclaimed actress Maggie Cheung unveiled a ground-breaking showcase of portraits of Chinese personalities as they celebrated the launch of the Lane Crawford Spring/Summer 2008 season in March.

The TrANSITIONs exhibition featured work from renowned photographers Inez van Lamsweerde and Vinoodh Matadin and aimed to celebrate the transforming power of fashion and individual expressions of style.

Maggie Cheung introduced the exhibition and gave her experiences about working on the campaign and shared thoughts on her own personal sense of style.

The event concluded with an exclusive cocktail reception where invited guests included designers Alan Chan and Dennis Chan, singers Prudence Liew, Vincy Chan and Nikki Chow and makeup artist Zing.

ifc mall was the place to be as the leading international fashion houses launched their Spring/Summer 2008 collections with a series of store openings, exclusive fashion shows, cocktail parties and celebrity studded events in February and March.

Take a trip down the catwalk and see what’s hot this season with our rundown of events, fashions and accessories.

Fashion!Style!Elegance!

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BALLY Bally unveiled its Spring/Summer 2008 collection at ifc mall when a selection of ready-to-wear, shoes and bags were modeled to invited guests at an exclusive in-store event.

The women’s collection offered sophistication with a bohemian edge and elegance with powerful femininity. Feather-light fabrics and natural materials combined with careful detailing for light summer style.

The soft colours and fine fabrics in the men’s collection evoked a sunlight drive down the Californian Coast and a 1930’s elegance.

Ann Klein New YorkAnne Klein New York presented the their Spring/Summer 2008 collection at the newly opened ifc mall boutique.

The clean lines and modern furnishings of the store complemented the modern effortless elegance of the ready-to-wear line.

This season is all about exploring new silhouettes, fabrics and proportions while maintaining the brand’s heritage.

Dresses and separates were streamlined, ladylike and flattering to the body while outerwear featured puffed sleeves, oversized anoraks and tunics.

Lynn Xiong

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Joan & DavidA Joan & David Spring/Summer 2008 collection presentation was held at the boutique in ifc mall. Inspiration for the collection was ‘romantic city chic’ and reflects Joan & David’s modern international sensibilities.

Showcased on three models during the show, the key themes of the season included tribal-inspired prints, greys and silver, tonal neutrals, floral prints and bright dresses.

Pal Zileri Pal Zileri, luxury Italian menswear brand, opened the doors to its new flagship store at ifc mall with the presentation of its new Spring/Summer 2008 collection.

Award-winning actor Moses Chan was invited to model the ‘Colours of Spring Splendour’ collection at an exclusive preview presentation. Pal Zileri’s timeless tradition was evident from the palette of summer shades and subtle details that fused tradition with modernity.

The design themes of this season’s collection were reflected in the new store design where elements of the sand and the sea were used to create a serene environment.

Award-winning actor Moses Chan showcased Pal Zileri’s Offshore series

International Media and Press Relations Director of Pal Zileri Lorenzo Della Croce, Moses Chan and Global Marketing Director of Pal Zileri Manuela Miola (from left to right)

Spring is in the air. From peonies to daisies, the trend is to flirt with

vibrant flowers and vivid florals.

LORO PIANA

D&G

VALENTINO

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ANTEPRIMAEQ:IQ

Joan & David

LOEWE

Prada

Tissue-thin fabrics are this season’s answer to layering.

SHEER BREEZE

Juicy Couture

Guess Jeans

roberto cavalliKENZO

It might be safer to wear navy or black, but now is the time to perk up that palette with flashes of bold colour.

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BRIGHT IDEAS

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BURBERRY

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BALLY

KEEP IT LIGHT Make it easy and light for Spring. Little effort is needed when muted grey or faded pastels are paired with white.

BOSS Hugo Boss

Ermenegildo Zegna

VERSACE

LANVIN

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Anya Hindmarch

BURBERRY

YSL from Lane Crawford

vALEntino

Bags of StyleLuxurious leathers and exotic exteriors

combined with detailing to die for make the ultimate tote for around town.

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PRADA

BURBERRY

KWAnPEn

LoEWE

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Salvatore Ferragamo

ifc DINING

Rachel Ngai is the ‘magician’ responsible for producing the sumptuous selection of dessert items offered to patrons of Inagiku.

With over 7 years of experience she is well placed to offer some insights on what makes a dessert deliciously different.

A typical working day begins just before noon when the final touches are added to the items that will be served up during lunchtime. As soon as the mid-day rush has subsided Rachel begins preparing items for dinner, with the ocassional need to rustle up a birthday cake or special recipe to meet a customer request. Once tomorrow’s menus are prepared it is usually well past midnight before she can hang up her pastry hat and head home.

No compromises are made in the selection of the ingredients which includes chestnut, tofu, seasonal fruits and vegetables. Attention to detail must be perfect, right down to the seasonal leaves imported from Japan that adorn each creation.

The drive for healthy eating has required a few changes here and there to reduce sugar levels and the most popular request from diners is her cheesecake. Rachel receives many compliments that the smooth and fresh cake base is impossible to find anywhere else in Hong Kong.

For a real treat, Rachel recommends the wagashi even though it is one of the most challenging items that she has to produce in the kitchen. The mochi, azuki bean paste and fruit varieties are a well established part of the Japanese tea cermony and a perfect way to spend some time with friends.

White and Black Sesame Cheese Cake(mixed with Japanese Kinu Tofu 日本產絹豆腐)

Mandarin Orange Sherbet(mixed with Japanese Saga Mandarin Orange 日本產佐賀蜜柑)

Chocolate Mousse and Strawberry Cake(made with French chocolate and Japanese strawberry)

SWEET FORMY SWEETThere are few better ways to spend time than relaxing in comfort and indulging in your favourite desserts while you catch up with friends or family. We took time out at two of ifc mall’s restaurants to see just what is required to satisfy Hong Kong’s sweet tooth.

Rachel Ngai, Pastry Chef

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Timballo caldo di cioccolato AMEDEI BLACK e gelato MockaAMEDEI BLACK chocolate hot pudding with mocha ice cream

Mousse di cioccolato AMEDEI BLACK con salsa al rum e pannaAMEDEI BLACK chocolate mousse, cocoa and rum sauce and whipped cream

Tiramisu Lavazza Tiramisu Lavazza

Gianni CaprioliExecutive Chef

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Executive Chef Gianni Caprioli is well known for his typically Italian menus and has a reputation that keeps guests coming back time after time. A combination of comfortable simplicity and a focus on flavour is always his top priority as is a belief that dishes should be made with as little preparation as possible so as to preserve the inherent tastes and textures.

The basic ingredients make the dish and over the last four years Gianni has built up a network of contacts and importers that allows him to select the best seasonal produce available. This is particularly evident from the dessert

menu where his chocolate of choice is award winning Amedei Black from the renowned Amedei chocolatier in Tuscany, Italy.

There can be no better escape from reality than to enjoy breathtaking views of Victoria Harbour on the outdoor terrace and indulge in the harmony of flavours which can be found in his AMEDEI BLACK chocolate hot pudding or the silkily divine mousse.

The next time you feel like pampering your palate with decadently smooth luxury you will find a sensation experience at ISOLA.

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ISOLA

Flannel Flowers, located in the heart of ifc mall, knows just what a difference the sight and smell of fresh cut flowers can have on a person’s mood.

Driven by the creative inspiration of Masami Kuroda and named after the Australian wildflower of the same name, the brand was established 11 years ago. A talented bunch of florists now offers customers the chance to deliver a message to a loved one straight from the heart with a bespoke bouquet or an artistic arrangement.

Depending on the season, the talented team typically have a ‘palette’ of around 200

flowers to work with. Blooms are imported from Japan, Holland, New Zealand and Ecuador with roses, peonies and hydrangeas being perennially popular choices. The staff will assist you in choosing a combination of colour, size and fragrance that meets the increasingly sophisticated demands of today’s customers, where the quality of a bouquet is no longer measured by its size or expense.

The designers also get to exercise their own individual talents with special arrangements that can be bought ready-to-go and are perfect for bringing a splash of colour to your office or home.

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