THE DESIGNER AGNÈS TROUBLÉ IN HONG KONG FOR BOOK SIGNING
UNVEIL UNTOLD STORIES BEHIND THE INTERNATIONAL FASHION EMPIRE

Echoing the brand’s 40th anniversary, Agnès Troublé, founder and designer of agnès b., has her very first biography “agnès b. STYLISTE”.  In celebration of the book launch, Madam Agnès b. made her presence in Hong Kong on 24^th November for her book launch and signing party after her first book tour stop in Tokyo. The book launch and signing party was held at K11 agnès b RUE DE MARSEILLE where she unveiled the multi-faceted world of agnès b. to all her fashion, arts and culture enthusiast-supporters!

Agnès b. (born Agnès Troublé) was born in 1941 in Versailles, where it encased the memories of her childhood. Growing up in a family with four siblings and later married to Christian Bourgois, Agnès’s father always encouraged her to explore music and arts. She joined ELLE magazine as a junior fashion editor, and also worked as a stylist at Dorothée Bis and Cacharel. In 1975, Agnès opened her first shop on rue du Jour in Paris, expanding into men’s and children’s in 1981. She created her subsidiaries in the Netherlands (1983), Japan (1984) and the UK (1987). agnès b. arrived in Hong Kong in 1995. Today, the agnès b. group has over 300 stores worldwide.

Since the beginning, Agnès has been creating clean yet timeless pieces for every collection, defining her own vocabulary while mixing classic fashion codes with modern chic style. The unforgettable pieces, adaptable to any and all styles of the moment, eventually proliferate into a reputable international fashion empire. “40 years flies by and I am glad to have grown gracefully with my brand.  I feel so blessed to have walked through this journey with all my dear friends, who shaped me, influenced me, moved me deeply,” Agnès said, “Working on my biography gave me a chance to look back at many remarkable moments for the brand any myself, and I want to say a big thank you to my team in France, Europe, the United States, Japan, Hong Kong, Taiwan, China – everyone who’s been here through it all.”

For her visit to Hong Kong, Agnès further, “I do not believe in borders and differences but rather in crossing cultural lines. In every country, I no doubt speak to the same people, with perhaps some of the same desires, who watch the same movies or listen, more or less, to the same popular music. I am delighted to visit Hong Kong again and meet friends who share the same taste and values.”

“agnès b. STYLISTE” Pre-launch exclusively in agnès b. stores (Hong Kong/Taiwan)

Agnès Troublé, launches her very first biography “agnès b. STYLISTE”, with text and interview by a French journalist, Florence Ben Sadoun. The book unveils the multi-faceted world of agnès b., including her personal work, the behind-the-scene of the house signature pieces eg. the most welcomed snap cardigans, work clothes as well as photoprints etc. it also talks about her as a patron, sponsor of TARA ocean expedition, GALERIE DU JOUR owner, film maker and art collector.

“agnès b. STYLISTE”was launched in France and Japan earlier. Its English version will be officaially launched globally from Spring Summer 2017. This special edition with tote bag and posteris now exclusively pre-launched in agnès b. shops in Hong Kong and Taiwan.

Author     :Florence Ben Sadoun
Size         :280mm x 210mm
Pages      :288 pages
Price        :HK$490 (with complimentary poster and tote bag)
Locations :K11 agnès b RUE DE MARSEILLE and selected agnès b. stores

Apart from agnès b. STYLISTE book launch and signing party, agnès b. Hong Kong started various activations to celebrate the brand’s 40th anniversary, including:

– After two months of renovation, agnès b. RUE DU JOUR concept store at Fashion Walk, Causeway Bay was open in June 2016. With a brand new design concept, the new two-floor concept store houses Homme, Femme, SPORT B., VOYAGE, BIJOUX, b. CAFÉ, b. FLEURISTE, I Love Flowers by agnès b. and To b. by agnès b. The shop is designed by Japanese interior designers Yoshida Ai and Tatsuya Nishinaga. The use of white wall and wooden furniture reflects the simplicity of agnès design.

– K11 presented the cross-category FASHION MUSE exhibition that showcases 50 agnès b. ARTIST TEE, including 24 special editions for the 40^th anniversary. K11 also joined hands with local trendsetters, including musician Mark Lui, singer Jaymie Cheung and Toby Crispy@Lastbutnotleast to launch the limited edition K11 x SPORT B.TEE.

Coachella started the music festival season; next up is UK’s Glastonbury and Japan’s Fuji Rock in the Summer and let’s not forget Hong Kong’s very own Clockenflap in the Fall. Make sure you are rocking out to the best of the best music has to offer with ghd’s festival hair. From now until 31 August, customers purchasing any hair services at CHIC PRIVATE i SALON at Mira Mall will be able to create one of these festival hairs at the ghd zone (located at 1/F).

Encouraging you to create your very own Festival worthy hair, Britain’s iconic hairstyling brand, ghd has created the following festival looks to make sure you have stage presence in just 15 minutes. The following looks were all created by ghd ambassador Zoe Irwin for IT Girl, Millie Mackintosh from Made in Chelsea reality show fame for Coachella and will be recreated by ghd’s Styling Team over the Summer months at CHIC PRIVATE i SALON.

About ghd
An iconic British brand favoured by stylists and celebrities, ghd is the No.1 brand used and recommended by professional hair stylists*. Established in 2001, ghd re-invented the professional hairstyling tool market with the launch of its ground-breaking styler, replacing flat irons, straighteners and curlers with a professional styling tool designed for salon use that could also be used easily by women at home.

ghd is always written in lower case and stands for “good hair day”.

At launch, ghd’s ceramic stylers became an overnight success with the brand growing virally, initiating a cult following around the globe that has grown over the last decade. The brand is now at the forefront of the competitive fashion styling sector in which it is renowned as one of the leading hair styling brands around the world.

*amongst leading hairstyling tools brands, 2012/2013 salon channel market share (UK, Australia, Spain, France, Italy, Denmark)

ghd: the awards
– ghd won My Favourite Hairstyling Brand of the year in New Media Group OL Beauty Awards 2016.
– ghd platinum® won Best Straighter in Singapore Cleo Beauty Hall of Fame 2016.
– ghd air® won Best Hairdryer in Singapore Cleo Beauty Hall of Fame 2016.
– ghd platinum® won Best Styler for Short Hair in Singapore Women’s Weekly Hair Awards 2016.
– ghd won My Favorite Hair Styling Brand of the Year in Cosmopolitan Best of the Best Beauty Awards 2015
– ghd curve® classic curl tong won Best Hair Styling Product / Tool in Cosmopolitan Best of the Best Beauty Awards 2015
– ghd air® won Best Hair Dryer in Harper’s Bazaar Singapore Hair Award 2015
– ghd V® gold series styler was named the ultimate styling gadget in the readers’ Kiss of Approval Cosmopolitan Beauty Awards 2013 for the eleventh consecutive year.
– ghd was awarded Best Flat Iron by InStyle (UK) for the ghd V® gold series in its Beauty Awards 2013 & 2014.

ghd products are now available at Lane Crawford (IFC, Times Square & Canton Road), Harvey Nichols (Pacific Place & Beauty Bazaar), lanecrawford.com, Net-A-Porter.com & selected finest hair salons:

*ghd platinum is available

w: ghdhair.com/hk
e: infohk@ghdhair.com
t: +852 2274 5422

Facebook: 
https://www.facebook.com/ghdHongKong/?brand_redir=14271307218

Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/ghdhairhk/

ABOUT CHIC PRIVATE i SALON
PRIVATE i SALON, established in 1996, its 13th outlet – CHIC PRIVATE i SALON has been open in Tsim Sha Tsui’s Mira Mall in November 2015. It occupies 2 floors with around 20 seats and 2 exquisite VIP rooms for hairstyling service. The stair is furnished in red, incorporating the color of CHIC’s logo. The stylish decoration plus the passionate salon team create a new cozy environment where customer can experience the best service and best quality work.

PiG Kids Salon at Shop – Exclusively for Kids
PRIVATE i GARDEN Kids Salon (PiG Kids Salon), a new one-stop head to toes beauty place for kids, is also available at CHIC. This is a fun house where children can relax, play and have fun and the stylists are specially trained to have kids’ haircut and styling services including newborn babies. With a wide range of toys, cartoons movies and story book, strap the kids in a lovely flying pig’s seat and have them get a fun haircut.

ABOUT CHIC PRIVATE i SALON
Address: Shop 230 – 231. 2/F, Mira Mall, 118 – 130 Nathan Road, Tsim Sha Shui, Kowloon Tel: 2301 2899
Website: http://www.chicprivatei.com/html/index.html
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CHICPRIVATEiSALON/

The highly anticipated annual sale is now on

Hong Kong – 27 June 2016 – There is no better way to combat the scorching hot Hong Kong summer than being in the comfort of your own home. Entertaining in your dream house can now be a reality with Indigo Living’s summer sale; beautiful, high-quality furniture and home ware pieces are now available at 30% off. The annual summer sale, which has become a firm fixture on a home lover’s shopping calendar, will start on 24 June and finish on 28 July and will be available at all retail stores as well as Indigo Living’s online store.

Indigo Living & Kids – Horizon Plaza Flagship Store
6/F Horizon Plaza
2 Lee Wing Street
Ap Lei Chau
Hong Kong

Tel: 2555-0540

To find out more visit www.indigo-living.com.

Travel search engine KAYAK.com.hk reveals how low-cost carriers are marking up snack prices and charging fees for baggage and seat selection

In-flight snacks and refreshments on low-cost carriers are marked up by more than 7 times their market prices
Checked baggage fees up to HK$570 on low-cost carriers
KAYAK.com.hk’s Fee Calculator shows extra charges for more transparent travel planning

Hong Kong, 23 June 2016: Low-cost carriers (“LCCs”) such as HK Express, Jetstar, and Tigerair have become increasingly popular among Hong Kong travellers. While these carriers provide amazing savings on airfares, some fliers are unaware of what other fees and markups can apply. To help travellers budget more accurately, KAYAK.com.hk reveals LCCs’ snack markups and other extra fees.

Pack some snacks or pay sky-high prices on board
Travellers often expect to pay more for snacks and drinks while travelling on LCCs. But research has revealed that some are charging prices for snacks and drinks that are just ‘plane’ crazy.  For example, a beer costs, on average, 360% more up in the air than at a supermarket. Bottled soda was revealed to be the worst offender. A 250ml can of soda costs HK$22.60 (S$4.00) on Tigerair, and just HK$5.60 for 500ml on the ground (a 707% markup). Sky-high prices were also uncovered on everyday snack items; HK Express charges as much as HK$25.00 for 40g of potato crisps (HK$68.75 per 110g) while the supermarket price is only HK$12.50 for 110g – a three figure increase of 450%. To avoid high markups, have something to eat prior to flying, or pack some snacks to bring on board.

Pack light and nice or pay a heavy charge
LCC tickets normally allow travellers to bring hand luggage with a weight of 7-10kg onboard. However, if travellers wish to check baggage in the hold, extra fees apply. HK Express, Jetstar, and Tigerair charge HK$150-260 for a 20kg baggage allowance during the initial booking process; note that this is per short-haul flight. At the airport, if travellers wish to purchase the equivalent baggage allowance, this cost can increase up to HK$570 (a 280% increase). Avoid these hefty fees by planning ahead or simply by packing light.

Nicer seats come with a price tag
When booking flights with LCCs, travellers will often have pre-assigned seats. Additional charges will be incurred should travellers wish to change their seats. Among the same 3 popular LCCs in Hong Kong, the option to reserve a specific seat online is available with varying price tags. A standard seat costs HK$34, HK$35, and HK$45 for Tigerair, Jetstar, and HK Express, respectively.  Seats near the front or seats with extra legroom range from HK$73 to HK$200. To avoid extra costs, travellers should arrive at the airport a little early to request a seat change, at the check-in desk.

All of these extra fees add up and need to be taken into consideration when travel planning. Debby Soo, Vice President APAC at KAYAK reminds travellers to be mindful of the airlines’ terms of use and all extra costs before booking tickets to find the most suitable travel product. “KAYAK.com.hk strives to be Hong Kongers’ best travel companion, providing the best tools for travel and planning. To help budget efficiently, our Fee Calculator allows travellers to select a preferred payment method, the number of checked bags, and includes any extra fees in the total price when searching for flights.”

ABOUT KAYAK
KAYAK is the world’s leading travel search engine. KAYAK searches other travel sites and shows travellers the information they need to find the right flights, hotels, rental cars and vacation packages. The company’s website and apps also offer tools to help travellers plan and manage their trip, including price alerts, price forecasts and free itinerary management. Each year, KAYAK processes more than one billion searches for travel information and has local sites in more than 30 countries and 20 languages. KAYAK is an independently managed subsidiary of The Priceline Group.

Website: http://www.kayak.com.hk
Blog: https://www.kayak.com.hk/news/

Social Media:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KAYAK.HongKong
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Kayak
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/kayak_hk

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“We Make Noise Not Clothes”

BEATS BY DR. DRE X UNDERCOVER
POWERBEATS2 WIRELESS

LAUNCH DATE: mid-July, 2016

RETAILERS: BeatsByDre.com, Apple.com, Apple stores
Plus: Undercover Tokyo Pop-Up, Dover Street, Undercover, ARS/AOS (JAPAN) | Boon the Shop, Ecru (KOREA) | Lane Crawford, Undercover (HK)

PRICE: JPY26,400 | KRW365,000 | HKD2,198

Beats by Dr. Dre (Beats) and Undercover have come together to present a rare limited-edition collaboration that fuses a shared deep passion for running, music, style and function. The Beats X Undercover Powerbeats2 Wireless custom headphone combines Beats’ technical innovation in wireless technology and engineered acoustics with designer Jun Takahashi’s cutting-edge style and respect for traditional Japanese aesthetics.

Undercover founder, Jun Takahashi, is one of Japan’s most influential designers who has made a cult-status mark internationally during the past 25 years. Jun and the Undercover brand are driven by a relentless commitment to innovating creatively. Music has always been a source of inspiration for Jun, who is also an avid runner with his Tokyo-based GIRA (Gyakusou International Running Association) crew — making this collaboration a perfect opportunity to tap into a mutual passion for sound in a meaningful way.

The Beats x Undercover collaboration includes custom Powerbeats2 Wireless headphones and a thoughtfully curated case accessory. The product’s colors come from a harmonious palette inspired by traditional Japanese hues. The combination of grey-blue and orange tones, against subdued beige, reflects the calm, meditative — yet adrenaline charged — feeling that Jun experiences while on a long run.

Undercover’s motto is “We Make Noise Not Clothes.” With this collaboration, Beats and Undercover will inspire people to embrace the “noise.”

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RETAILERS:
Apple | Lane Crawford | SILLYTHING Hong Kong
Apple.com | BeatsByDre.com

LAUNCH DATE:
mid-July, 2016

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FOLLOW BEATS AT:
http://facebook.com/beatsbydre

Perfectly groomed and with magnificent musical qualities, the new Oslo-loudspeaker from Vifa is truly fit for its function as a compact carry-along Bluetooth loudspeaker with authentic sound. Being genuine. Being authentic. Being essential. Vifa’s new loudspeaker has been carefully modeled around the Vifa brand’s core values. The design language is distinctively Nordic with an intriguing, raw simplicity, but Oslo is so much more than meets the eye. Designers and engineers at Vifa have indeed collaborated to obtain an impressive, large-scale sound from this uniquely ear-blowing Bluetooth loudspeaker – while still keeping it at an accessible, acceptable size.

“The challenge with Oslo was to create a product that produces a powerful, potent reproduction of music and yet has that understated, elegant design fitting into any interior. Since music today is mobile, we wanted an agile product you can easily move around in your home. Therefore we went for the upright lines, allowing for a small footprint. This means Oslo takes up little space – but still has the physics for a full-bodied reproduction of music at impressive playback volume,” explains Chief Design Engineer Mikael Ankersen.

TAILOR-MADE QUALITY
Oslo is a unique loudspeaker-experience, but still it carries the same DNA as the other loudspeakers in Vifa’s acclaimed Nordic series. The materials have been carefully chosen in order to convey the core value of true Nordic authenticity: A special-designed textile cover from Kvadrat gives the loudspeaker a genuinely groomed look. And its solid aluminium frame underlines the idea of a robust premium product. Colorwise, Oslo is available in a range of timeless shades: Sand Yellow, Ocean Blue, Ice Blue, Anthracite Grey, and Pebble Grey. Finally, the discretely embossed logo and embroidered interface that has become Vifa’s signature in the Nordic series, allow Oslo to blend discretely in to any interior.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE
Oslo is the fourth wireless loudspeaker launched by Danish manufacturer Vifa in only three years. It continues to build on the solid experience and the proud craftsmanship of the Vifa brand that has its roots back to the early 1930’s where the company was founded. The strive for exquisite quality and superior, technological know-how has been dusted off over the later years where a stronger focus on product-design and Nordic elegance has been added to the Vifa products. Without compromising on the authentic sound which has been a core value for the brand throughout the years.

All New QuietComfort® 35 and QuietControl™ 30 Redefine Noise Cancellation
All New SoundSport® and SoundSport Pulse for Better Workouts

June 16, 2016 — The headphones that revolutionized an industry are set to do it again — wirelessly.  Today, Bose announces the QuietComfort 35 around-ear headphones and the QuietControl 30 in-ear headphones, both shattering the limitations of existing wireless noise cancelling headphones with an entirely new experience for traveling, commuting, creating, studying, or relaxing.  The QC35 lets you tune out completely with the same remarkable silence of Bose’s wired QuietComfort headphones.  And the QC30 adds something new — a breakthrough feature that puts noise control in your hands, letting you adjust how much surrounding sound you block out or let in.  Against a backdrop of quiet, the new QC35 and QC30 reproduce music with stunning clarity at any volume.  The QC35 is available in Hong Kong beginning June 21, 2016 for HKD2,888; the QC30 will be available beginning September 2016 for HKD2,588.

Bose also announces the all-new SoundSport and SoundSport Pulse headphones, each resetting expectations for wireless workouts.  Designed exclusively for exercise, SoundSport wireless headphones present an unbeatable combination of benefits for training.  They feature great audio for playlists, a stable and comfortable fit, and durability for daily use inside or out.  For tracking personal performance, SoundSport Pulse wireless headphones come with a built-in heart rate monitor measured through the ear for a precise, accurate reading.  The SoundSport headphones hit the market beginning June 21, 2016 for HKD1,388; the SoundSport Pulse is available beginning September 2016 for HKD1,788.

All of Bose’s new wireless headphones include NFC for touch-to-pair convenience, super-intuitive controls for music and calls, voice prompts for key information including setup, caller ID and battery life, and the free Bose Connect app for even more functionality.

“Until now, great wireless noise cancellation and better wireless workouts have been more of a dream than reality,” said Bernice Cramer, General Manager of Bose Wireless Headphones.  “Like the QuietComfort headphones before them, the performance of the QC30 and QC35 are way ahead of where the market is right now.  And for the millions of people who run, bike, hike or hit the gym, SoundSport headphones offer a new kind of alternative, because they’re not just named for exercise — they’re made for it.”

THE BOSE QUIETCOMFORT 35
We live in an increasingly noisy world, and the new QC35 around-ear headphones offer the best noise cancellation available anywhere — from a wired or wireless headphone — and a custom-engineered Bluetooth^®system for a strong and consistent connection anywhere.

With microphones inside and outside the earcups, the QC35 senses, measures and sends unwanted sounds to two proprietary digital electronic chips — one for each ear — which respond with a precise, equal and opposite signal in less than a fraction of a millisecond.  The result is dramatic and exclusive to Bose.  In an instant, the rumble of a subway car, plane engine, or the commotion from rush hour all but disappear.  Stay in silence, or hear your music more clearly with a new EQ that balances sound at every volume, for any genre.

The QC35 has up to 20 hours of battery life from a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, lasting longer than a flight from New York to Hong Kong.  Simple buttons are on the right earcup: on/off, music volume, play/pause, and answer/end calls.

While the QC35 is packed with proprietary technology for performance, the finer details of materials, build and finish are equally precise.  They’re refined yet rugged, lightweight yet stable, with legendary Bose comfort.

THE BOSE QUIETCONTROL 30
Our lives are getting more hectic with more to manage, and the QC30 headphone is a technical tour-de-force to make every day better.  Its noise cancellation is so advanced for a wireless in-ear design, there’s nothing else like it in the industry.  And they debut a new, robust Bluetooth system that works reliably in changing surroundings.

The QC30 headphones feature tiny earbuds that integrate a total of six microphones, and a sleek neckband that houses the rest of the advanced electronics system for take-anywhere performance.  For wherever you are or whatever you’re doing, a new Bose breakthrough — controllable noise cancellation — puts you in charge of how much of the world you shut out.  From needing awareness on a busy sidewalk, to complete isolation for work, to taking a call from home in a crowded cafe — the QC30 lets owners choose what they hear.  Turn its noise cancellation up or down, not on or off, and it adapts to the level you set without changing your music volume.  To hear every note from your favorite tracks and artists, the QC30 uses a new EQ customized for its size and design.  With distractions on mute, a dime-size enclosure never sounded better.

The QC30 has up to 10 hours of battery life from a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, lasting as long as a fully-charged phone or tablet.  Simple buttons are on an in-line remote:  music volume, play/pause, answer/end calls, and noise control.

The QC30 features StayHear®+ tips, the often-imitated-but-never-duplicated Bose innovation that eliminates the pressure and aches of conventional ear tips for hours and hours of wear.

BEYOND THE QUIET:  COMMUNICATING WITH THE QC35 AND QC30
While the QC35 and QC30 use microphones for noise cancellation and controllable noise cancellation, they also use a dual-mic system to reject the annoying background sounds that interfere with talking.  Wind and crowds fade.  Text-to-speech accuracy is improved with Siri^® and other phone VPAs.  Conversations are clearer, voices sound natural, and every word can be heard on both ends.

THE SOUNDSPORT AND SOUNDSPORT PULSE HEADPHONES
Headphones are an essential part of working out, but wireless models can still get in the way with designs that hurt, aren’t stable, and sound weak. SoundSport headphones make wireless training better.  They use a special sport-version of StayHear+ tips designed to stay secure and comfortable during exercise.  Made from soft, flexible silicone, their umbrella shape creates a gentle seal in the ear, while an extended wing “locks” in the fit.

For indoors or outside, SoundSport headphones are sweat and water resistant with powerful audio performance.  Their inline mic and remote let users stay focused while skipping songs, adjusting volume, or taking and making calls.

The SoundSport Pulse headphones include a built-in heart rate monitor with the precision of a chest strap, so you can have one amazing product to pump your music and track your progress.  And it’s compatible with Runkeeper, Endomondo and other fitness apps.

SoundSport headphones can complete a marathon with charge to spare. The SoundSport Pulse has up to 5 hours of battery life and SoundSport has up to 6 hours.

THE BOSE CONNECT APP
The free Bose Connect app gives each Bose wireless headphone more functionality.  Its interface is so clean and minimal, it’s familiar on the first use.  Owners can connect and switch between Bluetooth devices, update software, personalize their voice prompt language and more.  For the QC30, the Bose Connect app will include the controllable noise cancellation feature to increase awareness or decrease noise; for the SoundSport Pulse, it will show your real-time heart rate.  The new Bose Connect app will add new headphone “skills” over time.

AVAILABILITY AND COLORS
The QuietComfort 35 headphones come in Black and Silver; the QuietControl 30 headphones come in Black; SoundSport wireless headphones come in Black and Aqua now, and Citron in September; the SoundSport Pulse headphones come in Power Red.  StayHear+ tips for the QC30 and SoundSport headphones are included in three sizes:  small, medium and large.

All new headphones will be sold through Bose stores and select authorized dealers.  The Bose Connect app is available for download now on the App Store® or Google Play^™.

 
Be brave and bold! Have some fun with colours and patterns this spring to create a young, hip and fresh look. Don’t be afraid to mix up your patterns but play it safe by keeping them in the same colour family.

Gypsy Red Jug Gypsy HK$360

Mary Sunset HK$209


Floral Cushion Cover HK$599

Retro Pastle Colours Cushion Cover HK$399

Ceramic Stool HK$1,750

Pink Botanical Paper Print HK$9,990

Blue Botanical Paper Print HK$9,900

REGIONAL SINGER / ACTRESS VIVIAN CHOW WAS SPOTTED TO UPLOAD THE LATEST COLLECTION OF
MELISSA +JEREMY SCOTT PRE FALL IN THEIR SOCIAL MEDIA

Melissa Inflatable Mule + Jeremy Scott HK$1,400

Melissa Ankle Boot + Jeremy Scott HK$1,700

Pre Fall 2016 Melissa + Jeremy Scott are now pre-launch selling at MDreams store and www.mdreams.com.

Over the past hundred years, Hong Kong has witnessed transformations from an industrialized city to international financial center, from service economy to creative economy. Owing to the conscientiousness and restless efforts of Hong Kongers in making innovations, chasing dreams to creating history, the fishing port has turned into a metropolis with countless rags-to-riches stories.

The pioneering spirit that revolutionized the culture of writing has been a driving force for Montblanc since 1906. Montblanc developed a writing instrument with non-leaking technology and a piston convertor that changed the course of writing history forever. The six-point white star, representing the six snow-covered glaciers of the majestic mountain, became the Maison’s emblem, and feature on every writing instrument manufactured by Montblanc ever since.

Montblanc, carrying the spirit of pioneering, perseverance and wisdom, forges ahead and writes new history with Hong Kong. A pen symbolizes history, culture, spiritual heritage and precious memories of the old days.

In celebration of its 110th Anniversary, Montblanc returns to its beginnings as it reimagines the Maison’s first fountain-pen series launched in 1909 “Rouge et Noir“ and creates the new Montblanc Heritage Collection Rouge & Noir writing instrument with a vintage look and feel. The design brings a contemporary twist to the early model with a slimmer and longer silhouette, as well as incorporating modern piston technology. This new writing instrument evokes the pioneering spirit of Montblanc and inspired the Maison to develop a creative social campaign that incorporates 4 uniquely Hong Kong stories – Pen‧Write Montblanc, Pen‧Write Rouge & Noir, Pen‧Write Pioneer and Pen‧Write Hong Kong.

「Pen‧Write Montblanc」

「Pen‧Write Rouge & Noir」

「Pen‧Write Hong Kong」

Embarking on a Pioneering Journey of 110 years

Montblanc has teamed up with local pioneer of contemporary performing arts Dr. Chung King Fai, Cantopop lyricist Wyman Wong, premier writer Chip Tsao, independent “city-folk” singer-songwriter Chet Lam, former chief anchor Akina Fong and swimming champion Stephanie Au to share their views on a true pioneer’s spirit and determination.

Video Links:
King of Drama – Dr. Chung King Fai
http://bit.ly/1TSt8Va
Premier Cantopop lyricist Wyman Wong
http://bit.ly/1TVaWu9

Pen‧Write Your Stories

Please log on to Montblanc Facebook page https://www.montblanc110-forthepioneer.com to share your very own Hong Kong story. 5 winners with the most inspiring stories will receive a Rouge & Noir writing instrument.

#Montblanc110 #ForThePioneer #RougeandNoir

For more information:
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/montblanc
Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/montblanc
Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/montblanc_world
Snapchat: MontblancWorld
YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/montblanc
Youku: http://i.youku.com/montblanc4810
Weibo: http://www.weibo.cn/montblancchina

Experience the great British tradition the royal way with Indigo Living’s tea ware

Hong Kong – 9 May 2016 – Inspired by the Queen’s 90th birthday (what better way to celebrate her majesty than a good old cup of tea!), Indigo Living has curated a collection of chic tea ware that more than meets this timeless tradition of afternoon tea. Take this opportunity to spend a gracious and fun afternoon with your friends and family with this beautiful tea ware collection and celebrate the birthday of a worldwide icon. Whatever the time of year, invite friends and family to recreate your own five star afternoon tea experience at home using Indigo Livings sought cups and saucers.

Presenting Cristina Re, Indigo Living offers both bold colours and a touch of gold in its quintessential tea ware collection.

Australian born, Cristina Re started her self-named brand and brings her own brand of allure to afternoon tea. Her afternoon tea set range has everything a tea lover loves and needs to enjoy the mid-afternoon snack; including tea pot, cup, plate and cake stand. Made with the finest quality of porcelain, designed with an elegant gold trim and available in an array of attractive colours, this tea ware collection stands for sophistication.

The above mentioned Cristina Re Afternoon Tea Set is available at all Indigo Living stores. Alternatively, check out the website at www.indigo-living.com

A dining and hospitality destination in Hong Kong’s quaint and charming
Tai Hang that celebrates local creativity and culture

(Hong Kong, 9 May 2016) Tucked away in the quaint streets of Tai Hang, Little Tai Hang is a neighbourhood destination which celebrates the character and charm of Hong Kong with bespoke artisanal touches. Set to be a magnet for savvy travellers looking for a home away from home, and a much loved destination for locals, Tai Hang is an area known for good eats and relaxing vibes. It is an enchanting neighbourhood full of stories waiting to be explored.

Little Tai Hang is perfect for short and long term stays in the vibrant city of Hong Kong. The new hotel and serviced apartments opening later this year will be part of a neighbourhood lifestyle choice complete with local cuisine, living and design brands under one roof, a truly modern Hong Kong cultural experience. Amazingly, it is located just footsteps from Causeway Bay, one of Hong Kong’s busiest shopping and entertainment districts, and the green landscape of Victoria Park.

Design centric with creativity and quirkiness seen throughout the space, Little Tai Hang is purpose-built to provide quality hospitality with real personality, a concept developed by Tommy Pao, founder, architect and cultural advocate of the project. Each of the 121 luxury rooms are filled with bespoke, characterful and creative local touches that complement the sweeping views of Victoria Harbour and the parks in the neighbourhood, visible from every room.

“Travellers are looking for real experiences. At Little Tai Hang we bring Hong Kong’s unique modern culture into the living space while providing an upscale experience for business and leisure travellers alike. Sophisticated yet down to earth, quiet yet in the heart of the city. These contrasts bring an edge to the brand that we hope appeals to those looking for something off the beaten track yet totally accessible,” said Pao, who is also Senior Manager of property developers Cornes World Co. Ltd.

Located close to the MTR, Victoria Park and Causeway Bay, Little Tai Hang is easily accessible to Central and Hong Kong East, making it a convenient hidden-yet-handy gem. Surrounding the property will be six upcoming luxury residential projects including Pavilia Hill, Warrenwoods, The Warren, Park Haven, Yoo Residence and Jones Hive which means the Little Tai Hang neighbourhood is the hottest destination in town.

Guests and future residents of the property will be pampered with top-of-the-line personal services and facilities, including the fitness room, dining room, laundry room and function room as well as gain recommendations for dining, shopping and exploration in the neighbourhood.

Little Tai Hang is home to two exciting F&B concepts. Second Draft, a convivial neighbourhood gastropub, offers a comprehensive beverage menu including fresh & locally brewed beers by the Young Master Brewery along with creative dishes by Chef May Chow. Restaurant Bond by the Three Monkeys serves comfort fare designed to share in a casual, welcoming hang-out for family and friends to gather and, as the name suggests, bond. Both opening this June.

Little Tai Hang is the place for all – for in-the-know travellers to immerse themselves into authentic Hong Kong culture, for inquisitive city walkers to experience the hidden stories in the neighbourhood and for trendsetters to catch the latest art, fashion and culinary scene in the city.

Key Dates:
Second Draft by the Young Master Brewery and Chef May opens June 2016
Bond by Three Monkeys opens June 2016
Little Tai Hang hotel and serviced apartments open later this year

The quaint and charming Little Tai Hang neighbourhood

The North facing view from the 28th floor of Little Tai Hang

Little Tai Hang hotel and serviced apartments – room rendering.

Little Tai Hang hotel and serviced apartments – 32nd floor penthouse rendering

98 Tung Lo Wan Road, Hong Kong
Facebook – facebook.com/LittleTaiHang
Instagram – instagram.com/LittleTaiHang

New Era — the world’s leading sports and lifestyle headwear brand — is proud to present its latest Manchester United and Number One collectible collections.

NEW ERA MANCHESTER UNITED COLLECTION

Following its debut launch in October 2015, after New Era signed a global exclusive headwear partnership with the Manchester United football club through 2020, the new five-piece New Era ManchesterUnited collection caters to the die-hard soccer enthusiast’s personal preference and style.

New Era’s iconic 59FIFTY fitted cap is featured alongside three styles of the 9FIFTY Snapback and the 9FORTY, each designed in black or red, bearing Manchester United’s coat-of-arms logo and the Red Devils insignia.

LAUNCH DATE: May 19, 2016
PRICE: HKD 339 – 419

NEW ERA NUMBER ONE COLLECTION

The New Era Number One collection celebrates the brand’s “No. 1” status when it comes to authentic sports heritage, traditional American roots and international lifestyle repute. Available in four 9FIFTY styles, with a gray and black style bearing an iconic American number-1-finger graphic, as well as a black New York Yankees or white Los Angeles Dodgers release, join the “No. 1” movement with New Era this summer.

LAUNCH DATE: May 19, 2016
PRICE: HKD 399

NEW ERA Shop
Shop 2, G/F, Park Hotel, 61-65 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui, Kowloon (tel: 3523-0626)

Reward the best man in your life with Montblanc’s most stylish additions

With Father’s Day only a month away, Montblanc presents a wide set of collections for you to show your gratitude and love for all the heroes in your life, your fathers, grandfathers and uncles. This year, Montblanc Father’s Day gifts range from innovative timepieces to functional leather goods, classic writing instruments and accessories, perfect for the discerning man of your life.

Watches – Montblanc 1858 Small Second
Aside from the classic and elegant Montblanc watches, the latest Montblanc 1858 collection offers the men with a more stylish option with a flicker of vintage.

Watches – Montblanc Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum
Centered around the theme of earth and terrains, the Montblanc Heritage Spirit Orbis Terrarum interprets one of the most contemporary and useful complications – the world time function – in a new, innovative way for travelers all year-round.

Montblanc Heritage Collection Rouge & Noir Special Edition
Montblanc Heritage 傳承系列Rouge & Noir (”紅與黑”) 特別版
In celebration of its 110th Anniversary, Montblanc returns to its beginnings, as it reimagines one of the first product lines it created during the early 20th century.

Leather Goods – Meisterstück Soft Grain
Meisterstück Soft Grain
This year, Montblanc delivers the soft grain leather option for the businessman who prefers a casual and competent look. Defined by the soft touch of its leather and the functionality of the design, the Meisterstück Soft Grain Collection continues to expand, offering new functions to mark the 110th anniversary of Montblanc.

Leather Goods – Samsung Galaxy S7 Covers
To coincide with the launch of the new Samsung Galaxy S7 this year, Montblanc launches a collection of fine leather covers offering stylish protection for the latest mobile devices.

Jewellry – Heritage Collection Cufflinks
Embodying the smallest detail it bears the signature of traditional craftsmanship, timeless design and flawless details, the Heritage Spirit collection is a reflection of their time. The hemisphere piece with distinctive and luminescent details creates a jewel revealing a constellation, tapping into the ethos for a look at the stars to find their path.

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Exclusive: Behind the scenes with Little Mix

Not just for guilt-free hair styling; ghd stylers are also the faux microphone of choice for Little Mix.

Spotted backstage while filming their video for Hair, which is released on Wednesday 20th April, the Little Mix girls were belting the lyrics for the new single into ghd serene pearl platinum® stylers while dancing around Leigh-Anne’s bedroom.

Not only do they look amazing – the no compromise ghd platinum serene pearl stylers take the guilt out of heat styling by using safer-for-hair heat that delivers ultimate styling results in just one stroke.

What’s more, hair is also proven to be healthier*, stronger* and shinier**, as showcased by Little Mix’s lovely manes; it’s no wonder these limited edition ghd stylers have become the most in-demand styling tool since they launched earlier this month.

Whether they’re singing into them (we’ve all been there, as has David Beckham, and we love that Little Mix do it too!) or styling their hair with them, the Little Mix girls are keeping a tight grip on their new ghd platinum serene pearl stylers – get one before they sell out!

Little Mix ‘Hair’ single launches on 20 April 2016. To view the video go to ghd.tm/littlemixHAIR

 
Praise the love of mothers with Indigo’s gorgeous homeware accessories; visit us and find out what our top picks for Mother’s Day gifting are! By expressing your heartfelt appreciation, with any purchase in store over HK$1,000 starting now till 8 May, you will receive complimentary gift wrapping service with a beautiful Indigo Living gift box.

Please visit Indigo Living’s Mother’s Day page: http://bit.ly/1SmJ96v

Floral Waltz Heat Pillow HK$499

Peacock Waltz Cosmetic Bag Large HK$499

Clifton Photo Frame 8″x10″ HK$599

3 Tier Cake Stand HK$629

Grey MOP Box HK$1490

usagi Hong Kong proudly presents a new series of exclusive lifestyle workshops:
Learn the art of traditional Japanese Matsuya-style hand-drip coffee or
Experience Bikram Yoga with Alex Lam.

MATSUYA-STYLE COFFEE WORKSHOP
The Matsuya-style method — discovered by Matsuya Coffee Co. (est. 1909) from Nagoya, Japan — is a traditional, hand-drip coffee-brewing technique that crafts a clear and flavourful brew, free from astringent, harsh and other unpleasant tastes. A wire-frame dripper is key to this method, handmade by craftsman in Japan that allows coffee grounds to expand as much as possible during the wetting process. This generates a unique, delicious taste with a distinctive aroma. Leading this exclusive workshop will be Ms. Eumi Yeung, who studied Matsuya-Style brewing in Nagoya and has experience working in numerous cafes in the past.

FEATURED COFFEE INSTRUCTOR: Ms. Eumi Yeung
START DATE: April 30, 2016
PRICE: HKD 380 per student
**Each participant will receive 500grams of Matsuya coffee beans
(Appointments Only: Every Tuesday to Saturday afternoon; 2 sessions per day)



BIKRAM YOGA WORKSHOP
Bikram Yoga is a style of yoga that Bikram Choudhury synthesized from traditional hatha yoga techniques and popularized in the early 1970s. The objective of introducing this workshop at usagi is to contribute to the cultivation of wellness amongst Hong Kong people, creating a beautiful mind that increases the consciousness of self and body. Leading the workshop will be Mr Alex Lam, a professional licensed yoga instructor who previously taught for five years in Los Angeles. He is a singer and actor, and the son of iconic Cantopop star, George Lam.

FEATURED YOGA INSTRUCTOR: Mr. Alex Lam
START DATE: April 30, 2016
PRICE: HKD300 per student / HKD1000 for private class
** Suitable for all levels of yoga students
(Appointments Only: every Tuesday to Saturday afternoon; 2 sessions per day)

COFFEE & YOGA MERCHANDISE AT usagi HONG KONG
To complement the exclusive Matsuya-style coffee and Bikram Yoga workshops, usagi Hong Kong proudly presents a complete lifestyle experience with its latest retail range. The new range of specialist and handcrafted coffee utensils and merchandise, sourced from all over Japan, includes Japanese-roasted coffee beans, glass cups, mugs, canisters, drippers, kettles and carafes. The JadeYoga line from the U.S. includes PVC-/EVA-/synthetic-free yoga mats (whereby Jade plants a tree for every mat sold), natural balsa wood yoga blocks (whereby Jade preserves 100 square feet of rainforest for every block sold) and microfiber yoga towels (whereby Jade will provide one month’s worth of clean drinking water for one person in the developing world for every towel sold).

For booking and information, please contact:
Usagi Hong Kong
Shop B, G/F, 6-10 Shin Hing Street, Central, Hong Kong
+852 2448 9968 / info.hk@usagi.com
* please make your booking 1 day in advance

Get set for summer with Beats by Dr. Dre.
Whether you’re working out, travelling, on a boat, at the park or beach, Beats offers you in-ear, over-ear, wired and wireless headphones, plus Bluetooth speaker options, to blast your favorite tunes.

A new definition of writing instruments designed by Marc Newson

This year, the Montblanc M collection was awarded for the Red Dot: Best of the Best, which is the top prize in the Red Dot Award: Product Design. This prize is reserved for the best products in a category.With the launch of the Montblanc M writing instrument, the Maison demonstrates the passion for innovation that has always been part of Montblanc’s DNA, continuously pushing the boundaries of design with timelessly elegant and high-performing creations. Through its collaboration with designer Marc Newson, Montblanc has developed a new aesthetic language, capturing the spirit of the moment in a writing instrument that expresses the modernity of today and the timeless elegance of tomorrow.

For the first ever design partnership in the Maison’s long history, Montblanc has chosen to work with Marc Newson, without a doubt the most influential designer of his generation”, says Jérôme Lambert, Montblanc CEO. “Montblanc M brings together Newson’s trademark biomorphic style, defined by its fluid and pure organic forms, and Montblanc’s iconic design cues, resulting in a new and unexpected expression for writing instruments.”

In an original approach to the craftsmanship with which Montblanc is synonymous, Newson brings innovative design elements to the writing experience, perfectly balancing form and function with an object that has both a rational existence and makes a bold aesthetic statement. Functionality is expressed in the ingenious use of a magnet that allows the magnetic closing of the cap and barrel, with perfect alignment of the clip to the innovative “plateau” at the barrel end. An additional snap mechanism smoothens the closure and ensures the cap remains firmly in place. For the first time ever, a Montblanc writing instrument takes on an additional function, as a Fineliner pen for technical and precision drawing.

While Newson has retained distinctive design elements of a Montblanc writing instrument including the use of black precious resin and the iconic white emblem, the shape of Montblanc M stands out with a “plateau” at the end of the writing instrument created by milling the polished black resin with a diamond tool. The fluidity of the overall design is achieved by avoiding breaks in the pure lines of the shape. Thus, the Montblanc emblem made of white precious resin is ultrasonically welded onto the plateau to form a perfectly flat surface, while the platinum-plated clip is mounted invisibly into the cap to not interrupt the design flow. For an optimal writing experience, the ruthenium-plated metal forepart engraved with “MONTBLANC”, balances the weight of the writing instrument. The AU585 gold nib of the writing instrument is plated in two tones for the first time, using both rhodium and ruthenium.

Inspired by the Maison’s heritage of sophistication, every design element comes together to deliver a multi-sensorial sensory writing experience, reflecting the discerning customer’s increasing desire to slow down, disconnect and enjoy products that bring the senses together: a piece to be seen, felt and heard all at once. “Like Montblanc, I seek to strike a balance in the design between the simplicity of the functional qualities of this product and the creation of a sensory experience in its use,” explains Marc Newson. “From the sight of the shape’s clean lines or the detailed plating of the nib, from the touch and feel of the writing instrument with its polished surface and ruthenium forepart, to the sound of the click of the cap as it is drawn to the body of the writing instrument with the magnet, Montblanc M offers a seamless writing experience that engages the senses.”

With this new generation of writing instruments, Montblanc continues to redefine the culture of writing, crafting fine lifetime companions that deliver the highest quality and unexpected cutting-edge design. Though it stands at the forefront of contemporary design today, it has been designed with the same timeless qualities as every Montblanc writing instrument. Montblanc M is available in Fountain Pen, Rollerball, Ballpoint Pen, ScreenWriter for use on touch screens and as a thin Montblanc Artfineliner for technical drawing. During the launch year only, the nib is engraved with the letters “MN” as a tribute to the designer who imagined this latest evolution in writing culture.

Montblanc M in collaboration with Marc Newson is available on September 2015 from Montblanc boutiques worldwide. For more information, visit www.montblanc.com.

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添加新鮮食材　賣相味道更誘人
單單一味粥粉麵飯，或許略顯單調。要加添口感與味覺層次，不妨混入不同新鮮食材，讓食物鮮味和精華充分滲透其中，令賣相更吸引，充分掌握傳統色、香、味要素，讓摯愛與家人胃口大開！配合100%純蒸氣烹調與準確溫度調節，不論低溫慢煮或100度蒸燉，都能完美呈現食材營養與鮮味，為佳餚錦上添花。即使是最花時間、最考功夫的中式粥底，都可輕鬆製作，毋須費神，每次成品都香軟綿滑、米香四溢，自家製作粥品從此輕易而舉。

多款風味食譜　啟發入廚新「煮」意
為助你啟發入廚新意，重新演繹傳統味道，Miele特別推介以下幾款自家製食譜，有鮮味滿載的「鮮蜆花蟹粥」，及混融甜香、米香的「清香桂花黑糖腸粉」，冶味彈牙的「薑蔥珍珠蠔拌蝦籽麵」，及柔滑香濃的「海膽蝦仁水蛋蒸瑤柱飯」，以DG 6010蒸爐製作簡易俐落，你的巧手心思就能直接傳達給所愛。

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**只適用於原廠保養期內的產品，產品定價為港幣$14,000以下

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有關Exclusives by Miele銅會籍及其他會籍的更多詳情，請瀏覽：
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ghd adds a taste of the tropics for CÉ LA VI’s ladies night this April
Hong Kong, 25 February 2016

This April, ghd and Cé La Vi will be joining forces to put on a ladies night like no other. Not only will the champagne be flowing every Wednesday in April; ghd will have its Styling Team on hand to transform your hair with this season’s hottest styles. Speaking of hot… ghd Style Squad will be using the new limited edition styler collection, the Azores, which is named after the Portuguese tropical islands, to style the hair for ladies and heating things up with its take on the tropics.

The ghd styling stations at Hong Kong’s hippest nightspot will transform tresses with the new Azores styler, which is available in three pearlescent shades inspired by the stunning landscapes of the Azores islands. Choose from serene pearl, atlantic jade and marine allure, to create beach waves, bouncy curls or ghd’s signature straight look. Once you are picture-perfect, snap your beach babe look at the photo booth and show off instantly on social media with #ghdxcelavi to make sure your fellow girlfriends are not missing out.

If free champagne for the first 100 girls to walk through the door plus a mini makeover courtesy of ghd was not enough, ghd will be giving away a coveted collection of products to the value of over HK$10,000 each and every Wednesday in April. All you need to do is show up and add your name to the lucky draw and you could be the one going home with a ghd style kit, which includes the new limited edition Azores styler as well as all the other ghd essentials to recreate your own party-ready hair at home with ease.

Keeping on the beach theme, Cé La Vi’s mixologist has specially created a menu of tantalizing tropical cocktails that conjure up island life, including the South Beach Waves of Dark Rum, Lemon, Mint and Cider; Pampelonne Beach Cooler of Vodka, Lemon, Mango, Almond, Lemon and Sparkling wine; Sunsea ghd Swizzle of Rum, Lime, Orange and Coconut; Prickly Pear Island Rum Punch of Rum, Lime, Pear, Ginger and, Almond and Hola Paradiso of Dark rum, Lavender, Lime and Cherry.

Make sure you are not missing out on this great night and head to Cé La Vi every Wednesday in April. The ghd Style Squad will be waiting for you from 9pm to 11pm.

Where:
CÉ LA VI
25/F California Tower, 32 D’Aguilar Street, Central

When:
9pm until late
Every Wednesday in April 2016

On Thursday, March 3, Beats by Dr. Dre (Beats) hosted an exclusive Sound Symposium event at the Post Mountain Art Space, Beijing, where Beats’ President Luke Wood and celebrity guest artist JJ Lin led a live panel discussion centered around the importance of sound quality in delivering the emotion in music.

To kick off the event, Beats premiered “My Journey”, a short film featuring JJ Lin, in which he explains the creative process behind his latest album, From M.E. To Myself. Following the campaign debut, Luke and JJ were joined on stage by Michael Au, Universal Music China producer, and Billy Koh, CEO of Qida Music. Moderated by MC Lisa Chan, of MTV Asia, the four panelists engaged in lively dialogue to a private audience of 100 specially invited media, influencer and industry guests.

The Beats Sound Symposium Beijing event finale was a live performance by JJ Lin, who performed four songs with his band: “Twilight” “Too Bad,” “Practice Love,” and “Jiangnan,”

Launched in 2014, the Beats Sound Symposium is an intimate live-panel series that brings together some of the most respected artists, producers, and music industry veterans from around the world to participate in an open discussion about the artistry of record production and the importance of delivering the emotion of playback in the recording studio to the listening experience for consumers.

The Beats Sound Symposium has been previously held in London, Tokyo, Berlin and Sydney.

Watch the short film “My Journey” featuring JJ Lin here:
http://www.tudou.com/programs/view/l4Ji_NA-LT4/ 

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http://facebook.com/beatsbydre

October 9, 2015 — Today, Bose introduced the SoundLink^® around-ear wireless headphones II, combining the best sound quality of any wireless headphone available today with a whole new kind of wireless experience: an amazing 15 hours of battery life, multi-point for connecting two devices, quick pairing with NFC technology, seamless audio/video sync, easy switching between music and calls, and intuitive controls and voice prompts that don’t leave you guessing. They’re made for mobile — built to last and light and comfortable for all day, everyday use. The SoundLink^® wireless headphones II are different than any other wireless headphones on the market, and are available now, for HK$2,280. 

“We believe when you give up wires, you shouldn’t have to compromise audio performance or convenience,” said Bernice Cramer, general manager of Bose Wireless Headphones. “So, we did more than make the SoundLink II the best-sounding wireless headphones out there.  We made them the most hassle-free wireless headphones, too.  You’ll notice how great your music sounds first, and then you’ll notice that we solved all the little and big problems that no one else has.  That’s the power of great engineering — it makes the entire streaming music experience that much better.”

Bose Wireless Sound
The SoundLink^® around-ear wireless headphones II use proprietary technologies, including active equalization and new volume-optimized equalization, so your music is detailed and real at any volume. There are no manufactured boosts because they’re not needed for impact. What you hear is as close as possible to what was recorded, rather than re-created or altered. 

“We’ve never adjusted how a piece of music will sound when it’s reproduced because it’s not our music — it’s the artist’s music and it’s your music, and our job is to make it sound as good as it can,” said Cramer.   

For calls, the SoundLink^® around-ear headphones II use an advanced microphone system, HD voice and adaptive audio adjustment technology for wind or noise. Volume is changed automatically based on speech level and changing environments, letting you move from a quiet building to a busy street without missing a word or fumbling for controls.

Bose Wireless Functionality
The SoundLink^® around-ear headphones II offer true wireless freedom.  It starts with up to 15 hours of battery life on a single charge — 25% more than the industry standard. If you’re in a rush or on the go, a quick 15-minute charge will provide up to two hours of play time through the included USB cable. The experience gets better from there.  With multi-point, you can stay simultaneously connected to two devices, making it possible to watch a movie or sports on your tablet, and take or make a call on your phone. And while conventional wireless headphones can have delays syncing audio and video, the SoundLink^® headphones’ connection is seamless for enjoying videos or using FaceTime.  Pairing is more than easy, too. Tap the right earcup to pair for NFC-enabled devices, or just connect your Bluetooth^® device via the latest Bluetooth technology. To switch between music and calls, you don’t need your phone. There are smart, intuitive controls on the headphone’s earcup that are fool-proof and one touch away. The SoundLink^® headphones II also feature voice prompts (available in 11 different languages) to tell you who’s calling, what device you’re connected to, and how much battery life you have left.   

Bose Wireless Quality
SoundLink^® headphones were built and tested in Bose labs to survive drops, bumps and grabs.  Their design is inspired by the QC^®25 headphones, and they use impact-resistant materials, glass-filled nylon and corrosion-resistant stainless steel. Despite being packed with technology, they’re light and comfortable — weighing a mere 7 ounces — with soft ear cushions and a contoured headband.  And they fold flat for storage in a matching case.

The Bose SoundLink^® Story
Bose SoundLink^® products have been globally recognized for delivering the standard for mobile wireless audio since their debut in 2011, when the very first SoundLink speaker was introduced. Since then, the SoundLink speaker line has dominated the Bluetooth speaker category, and the SoundLink^® Mini speaker — now in its second generation — has become the most famous little speaker in the world. In 2014, the SoundLink^® on-ear Bluetooth headphones were introduced with best-in-class performance, usability and durability.  Today, the SoundLink^® around-ear wireless headphones II join the family, pushing wireless music further still with even better audio and unprecedented functionality.  

Pricing and Availability
The new Bose SoundLink^® around-ear wireless headphones II come in two colors: Black and White.  They’re available now, for HK$2,280.  Bose SoundLink^® on-ear wireless headphones will remain available for HK$2,100.  Both SoundLink^® headphones are available at select authorized Bose dealers and Bose retail stores.

The SoundLink^® around-ear wireless headphones II use proprietary technologies, including active equalization and new volume-optimized equalization, so your music is detailed and real at any volume.

While conventional wireless headphones can have delays syncing audio and video, the SoundLink^® headphones’ connection is seamless for enjoying videos or using FaceTime. 

The SoundLink^® around-ear wireless headphones II combining the best sound quality of any wireless headphone available today with a whole new kind of wireless experience: an amazing 15 hours of battery life, multi-point for connecting two devices, quick pairing with NFC technology, seamless audio/video sync, easy switching between music and calls, and intuitive controls and voice prompts that don’t leave you guessing.