| Singapore prides itself on its abundance of shopping opportunities. From the world-famous Orchard Road, to the cultural treasure-troves of Chinatown and Little India, you can be sure of some quality retail therapy in the Lion City.
For all your top name brands, Orchard Road and the City Hall-Suntec City area are your best bets.
For electronics and computers, Sim Lim Square (Little India) and the Funan IT Mall (City Hall) will provide you with all you need.
Or, for something Asian, make a visit to Chinatown, Little India, Arab Street and Bugis for those souvenirs to take home.
Chinatown : Little India : Arab St & Bugis : Orchard Rd : River Area & City Hall
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| Antique Pavilion |
 Sitting on Chinatown’s historical Pagoda Street, Antique Pavilion provides a store filled with Chinese houseware for you to take home. This is where you’ll find quilt covers, table runners, cushion and tissue box covers, placemats and bedsheets just to name a few. All great gifts to take home for your loved ones.
Address: 56 Pagoda Street, Chinatown.
Tel: +65 6327 1671.
More information: Chinatown
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| Moiss Jewelry |
 If beautiful stones are your thing, then you might want to head to Lucky Plaza where you’ll find moissanite stones specialist, Moiss Jewelry. Moissanite stones actually have a higher reflective index than a diamond, and because they are man-made, the stone is actually rarer, and also cheaper than a diamond.
Address: #02-90 Lucky Plaza, Orchard Rd.
Tel: +65 6737 3973.
More information: Orchard Rd
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| Early Singapore: 1300s-1819 |
 Singapore's pre-Colonial history is told in this illustrated collection of nine essays highlighting new facets of Singapore history and gives more familiar aspects new perspectives. Authorities present insightful viewpoints on Singapore's importance in regional history before the arrival of Sir Stamford Raffles, with an analysis of archaeological artefacts, writings and maps.
Available from all good bookstores
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| A tailor-made suit |
 Singapore is a great place to splash out on a tailor-made suit or dress. The tailors here can measure you up and make the suit in as little as eight hours.
Solito Fashions: #02-95 Far East Plaza, 14 Scotts Road.
Tel: +65 6732 8468.
More information: Orchard Rd
Pagoda Master Tailor: 48 Smith Street, Chinatown.
Tel: +65 6323 6973.
More information: Chinatown or visit Pagoda Master Tailor's official website |
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| Bintan book |
 Bintan: Phoenix of the Malay Archipelago
This beautiful 136-page coffee-table book offers an exceptional insight into Bintan Island. Developed from over three years of extensive research, the book gathers historical and contemporary information and is the perfect travel companion to Bintan and the Riau Archipelago.
Available from all good bookstores |
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| Homespun |
 One local store with its own unique Singaporean slant on retail therapy is Homespun. The store offers a collection of gifts inspired by the legendary Samsui Women of Singapore. This limited collection of 100 pieces each comprises of the traditional enamel “Tingkat” carriers ($36-$68) that served as these women's lunch boxes, handmade reversible Samsui dolls ($55), and "Samsui Chick" tees ($35) designed by the ever irreverent local fashion label, LocalBrand.
Address: 1 Old Parliament Lane, Singapore 179429.
Tel: +65 6338 4393.
Getting there: Raffles Place MRT Station, exit H |
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| Royal Selangor |
 Dating back to 1885, Royal Selangor is one of the oldest Asian brands around today. Renowned for innovative designs and craftsmanship, Royal Selangor’s pewter designs have won awards from all over the world. The company has over 600 items, from traditional tankards and elegant wine accessories, to captivating photo frames.
Address: 3A River Valley Road, #01-01 Clarke Quay Tel: +65 6268 9600
Getting there: Clarke Quay MRT Station, exit C
Other showrooms are located at #03-32 Raffles City Shopping Centre, #03-02 Centrepoint, and B1 Takashimaya Departmental Store (Ngee Ann City). |
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| Perlini’s Silver |
 A Singaporean brand with a symbol of Italian passion, Perlini’s Silver sterling silver jewelry is of truly unique creations that express novelty, modernity and inventiveness. Charmingly rendered, these pieces retain an air of exceptional style, with much considerable comfort and appreciation for both female and male forms.
Address: #01-40 Raffles City Shopping Centre (also outlets at Ngee Ann City, Centrepoint, Suntec City, Tampinese Mall, Bishan Junction 8, Great World City, Parkway Parade, Parco Bugis Junction and Jurong Point).
Tel: +65 6337 5838 |
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| TheLifeShop |
 Be the envy of your friends with a stylish home furnished with unique New Asian designs from TheLifeShop – the favourite lifestyle concept shop for discerning shoppers. Aside from gorgeous furniture, you can find exciting home and hip fashion accessories at this trendsetting boutique. What’s more, it’s Great Singapore Sale time, so getting the dream home will be easy.
Address: #03-25 Raffles City Shopping Centre.
Tel: +65 6338 3998
Getting there: Raffles Place MRT Station, exit A |
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| The Red Peach Gallery |
 Discover the mystic east in modern day living with The Red Peach Gallery. Nestled in the heart of Chinatown, the gallery showcases Ming Dynasty style home furnishings and offers an array of elegant lifestyle gifts and homeware from cutlery sets, chinaware to high quality Chinese silk placemats and aromatherapy products.
Address: 66/68 Pagoda Street Singapore 059227.
Tel: +65 6222 2215.
Getting there: Chinatown MRT Station, exit A |
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