The Other Side of New York

My New York trip was not only about the shopping of course. I explored the city's many neighborhoods by walking around using my online search as a guide and also through its classic double-decker hop-on/hop-off guided bus tour. Very touristic I know but I actually enjoyed it. Here are some bits and pieces of what caught my attention...

I'm glad that my hotel was just steps away from the Modern Museum of Art. Amazing amazing work. The place just fuels creativity and positive energy.

I loved the European architecture of the above building on the Upper East Side, can you imagine the rent over there? As for the building shown below, well this is where John Lennon's wife Yoko Ono currently lives, an 18 bedroom apartment (Yes! one eight!).

We passed by the Apollo Theater in Harlem which is famous for launching the careers of artists such as Billie Holiday, James Brown, The Jackson 5, Marvin Gaye, Stevie Wonder, Mariah Carey, and Lauryn Hill to name a few.

The photo of the building above in Harlem is the Malcolm Shabazz Mosque, by architect Sabbath Brown, who converted the building from a Casino to a mosque named after Malcom X back in the 60's. From a Casino to a Mosque?! Very radical and ironic..

If you ever go to NY, you have to visit the iconic Guggenheim Museum shown in the above and below photos. Designed by Frank Lloyd Wright. They say the building caused a lot of commotion because it looks like a toilet. Frankly? I didn't see the resemblance. Anyhow, I was glad I got to see Kandinsky's paintings which were on display at the museum at that time.

Inside the Guggenheim, the gallery forms a huge spiral from the main level up to the top of the building. Paintings are displayed along the walls of the spiral. And there is this huge skylight to allow some natural light inside.

I think tomorrow is my final NYC post! Phew!

Hackett Now Open in Kuwait

For all you guys who love Polo & Tommy, you’ll be thrilled to know that British Brand Hackett is now open in Kuwait at The Avenues (Phase II). The home of authentic British Menswear and style, Hackett , has a worldwide reputation for producing high quality, unique and distinctive, menswear and kid’s clothing. Hackett’s clothes offer a selection of formal wear including dinner jackets, business clothing such as ties, suits, shirts and trousers, smart casual, rugby shirts, designer polo shirts to accessories including belts, scarves, wallets, and travel bags. And here's an interesting fact, Hackett is the Official Clothing Partner of the Aston Martin Racing . So you will also find Limited edition 'Aston Martin Racing by Hackett' products available in store. These Aston Martin Racing products make ideal gifts for Formula 1 racing fan, or an Aston Martin owner.

Saks In Bahrain

I went to Saks Fifth Avenue store in Bahrain. The two-level store is located in City Centre Mall and has a collection of American and international clothes designers for Men and Women as well as jewelry, accessories, handbags, fragrances, cosmetics, intimate apparel, bridal, and children's apparel. However, I was slightly disappointed by the small selection, maybe because all items were on sale? Or the number and variety of brands were limited? Anyhow, my favourite section at Saks - Bahrain was Saks's world-famous 10022-SHOE salon (shown in the photo below). It had the same look & feel of the NY's shoe salon but of course not the same space. The Shoe Salon had really nice selection and they were all on sale! I have been told by Saks Sales Assistant that they will be hosting numerous special events throughout the year such as fashion shows and personal appearances by designers. Now that's something I'd be interested in! In addition, they currently offer in-st

Event: Villa Moda Movenpick Luxury Sale

The Villa Moda Movenpick Luxury Sale is an event all savvy shoppers and bargain hunters look forward to as it's a chance to get the best deals from the most wanted designer labels. The sale will showcase clothes and accessories from Spring/Summer 2008 collection and some going back to Fall 2007 collection (and even older). Believe me when I tell you there are some real bargains as all items will discounted with a whopping 60% or more. The event will start tomorrow Saturday and will be open to the public 10 AM to 10 PM. And all throughout Ramadan from 10 AM until 2 PM and from 7:30 PM until 12:30 AM. The women’s section will be in a tent just outside the Mövenpick. As for men’s, it will be in the Villa Moda Shuwaikh warehouse just behind the building. Signs are displayed for directions. You better be quick and go and grab all you want in the very first days before the good stuff/sizes are gone.

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