INDIA & SOUTH ASIA INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE NEW YORK TEXAS METZINGEN MUNICH LONDON NEW DELHI PARIS TEL AVIV BANGKOK SINGAPORE AIRPORT DUTY FREE

INDIA & SOUTH ASIA INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE NEW YORK TEXAS METZINGEN MUNICH LONDON NEW DELHI PARIS TEL AVIV BANGKOK SINGAPORE AIRPORT DUTY FREE

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INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE CONTENTS 04 RETAIL THERAPY: DUTY FREE Last-minute shopping at some of the world s biggest airports could be your best shopping experience ever. 06 LAURE HERIARD DUBREUIL S NEW YORK The entrepreneur discloses her best finds across Manhattan and Brooklyn. 08 JULIAN BEDEL S BUENOS AIRES The perfumer lists the city s finest artisans and stores. 10 ERDEM MORALIOĞLU S LONDON The designer recommends the city for its classic-modernism blend. 12 RAHUL MISHRA S NEW DELHI The ace designer shares his favourite shopping destinations in the city. 16 WHERE TO SHOP IN PARIS The French capital is where fashion is inspired by history. ON THE COVER: JW LTD/GETTYIMAGES. THIS PAGE: COURTESY OF OUTLETCITY METZINGEN 17 WHERE TO SHOP IN MUNICH Get yourself chic bespoke styles on your next visit to this European city. 18 WHERE TO SHOP IN TEL AVIV The Israeli city offers the best summer styles. 19 OUTLETCITY METZINGEN Expect great offers from luxury brands all year round in this German city. 20 WHERE TO SHOP IN BANGKOK These impressive luxury boutiques are easy to fall in love with. 21 WHERE TO SHOP IN SINGAPORE A veritable collection of homegrown designers welcome you here. 22 MUMBAI DUTY FREE Be part of Mumbai Airport s grand duty-free shopping festival this June. Tory Burch boutique at Outletcity Metzingen, Germany. travelandleisureindia.in 3

INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE RETAIL THERAPY: DUTY FREE TRAVEL AND SHOPPING GO HAND-IN-HAND. HOWEVER, IF YOU VE BEEN BUSY WITH BUSINESS MEETINGS AND MISSED PICKING GIFTS FOR LOVED ONES, DUTY-FREE SHOPPING AT AIRPORTS IS A GODSEND. BY BINDU GOPAL RAO The Duty Free shopping area in Terminal 3, Dubai International Airport. DUBAI AIRPORT UAE Spread over 60,000 square feet, Dubai Airport is one of the busiest airports in the world. Pick up expensive cigars as a gift for a connoisseur. The Casa del Habano outlet in Terminal 3 is a sweet find. CHANGI AIRPORT SINGAPORE Participate in the Be a Changi Millionaire shopping promotion, on till October 31, by spending S$50 at outlets or on ishopchangi, and get a chance to win S$1,000,000! HEATHROW AIRPORT LONDON The Harry Potter shop at Terminal 5 is a mustvisit. Check out the loyalty programme, Heathrow rewards, for some great deals. KUALA LUMPUR AIRPORT MALAYSIA Shopping at this airport is akin to being in a mall. With 70,000 square feet of retail space, it houses most wellknown brands. JFK AIRPORT NEW YORK Terminal 8 is a shoppers paradise. Head to brand MUJI to GO for the best Japanese travel accessories and snacks. SAN FRANCISCO AIRPORT CALIFORNIA This is where you ll find a host of special deals on new and exclusive perfumes and a price-match guarantee. T Galleria is a recommended store here. ERIK JUUL-MORTENSEN PRESIDENT, TAX FREE WORLD ASSOCIATION For today s traveller, the physical retail experience must combine with the digital. Therefore, there is a strong focus on incorporating digital solutions into duty free and travel retail experiences, and offering a combination of convenience, excitement, and value. We at duty free and travel retail are embracing it. SCHIPHOL AIRPORT AMSTERDAM The Schiphol Plaza shopping centre has Dutch clothing, perfume, and electronic retailers. Aviation enthusiasts must check out Planes@Plaza that retails air memorabilia. JOCHEN TACK/ALAMY 4 travelandleisureindia.in

NEW YORK CITY CHILDREN'S CLOTHING / Trico Field SHOP THE WORLD LONDON ART SUPPLIES / L.Cornelissen & Son LONDON HABERDASHERY / Drake s Follow A-list style-setters on retail expeditions across New York City, Buenos Aires, London, and New Delhi. Browse handcrafted surfboards on the Maine coast and streamlined sneakers in Paris. Navigate Mexico City s high-design neighbourhoods and Dubai s largest mall. Travel+Leisure India's guide to the most beguiling stores around the globe will lead you to brick-and-mortar bliss. BUENOS AIRES ANTIQUES / Ricardo Paz INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE NEW YORK CITY FOOD / Clover Grocery LONDON BOOKS / Heywood Hill DUBAI FOOTWEAR / Level Shoes NEW YORK CITY HOME DESIGN / Creel & Gow L O N D O N N E W YO R K C I T Y BU E N O S A I R E S BUENOS AIRES LEATHER GOODS / Arandu MEXICO CITY TEXTILES / Onora TOKYO KNIVES AND SCISSORS / Ubukeya BUENOS AIRES JEWELLERY / Aracano

INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE INSIDER S GUIDE LAURE HERIARD DUBREUIL S NEW YORK CITY Leave it to Laure Heriard Dubreuil to get New Yorkers to wear colour. The doyenne of high fashion launched the luxury emporium the Webster in Miami in 2009, stocking playful yet refined pieces from high-end labels like Balenciaga and Chloé. Last year Heriard Dubreuil brought South Beach glamour to New York City with the opening of the store s fifth outpost. Here, the French-born entrepreneur shares her secrets for scoring the best home décor, streetwear, and vintage finds across Manhattan and Brooklyn. SoHo/West Village/ East Village It s two blocks from the Webster to the Apartment by the Line (theline.com), one of my favourite boutiques. It s well curated by my friend Vanessa Traina, and I can always count on leaving with a pair of Khaite jeans and an assortment of Rodin face oils. I have a fouryear-old son, so Trico Field (tricofield.net), a children s clothing store on West Broadway, is another go-to. It carries things you can t find elsewhere: patchwork jeans, thickgauge sweaters, and T-shirts with surprising details like a funky trim or paint splotches. I like to break up a day of shopping with a stop for Left: Laure Heriard Dubreuil at the New York City branch of the Webster. Below, from left: Avian-themed décor at Creel & Gow, on the Upper East Side; Pointy Snout caviar at Clover Grocery, in Greenwich Village; children s clothing at Trico Field, in SoHo. juice or a salad at Clover Grocery (clovergrocery. com), an upscale sister market to Café Clover in the West Village. It sells truffled honey and spiced popcorn. If I m in the East Village, I stop at John Derian Co (johnderian. com) for antiques, ceramics, candles, and other beautiful gifts, then Metropolis (metropolisvintageonline. com) for cool vintage T-shirts and sweatshirts. Flatiron/Murray Hill Marlene Wetherell (marlenewetherell.com) on West 25 th Street is another of my favourite vintage stores. You have to dig, but I always turn up treasures like an Yves Saint Laurent blazer or a Gucci handbag. COURTESY OF SPRING COURT. OPPOSITE, TOP: JESSICA ANTOLA 6 travelandleisureindia.in

WORTH FLY ING FOR : RETRO SNEAKERS IN PARIS Imagine the classic Converse Jack Purcell tennis shoe designed by French people less bright-eyed and bushy-tailed, more sleek and subdued. Conceived in 1936 by Georges Grimmeisen, the tennis-loving son of a Parisian rubber manufacturer, the Spring Court canvas sneaker became a chic totem in the 1960s, when John Lennon wore a pair on the cover of Abbey Road. Today it comes in both high- and low-top versions and in a range of muted colours and fabrics, including twill, Lurex, and goatskin, beginning at around `7000. Spring Courts are difficult to find in US stores, and there are fans who never visit Paris without a trip to the company s boutique, housed in the Grimmeisens original rubber factory in the Belleville neighbourhood. springcourt.com Polanco 1 2 3 Chapultepec Park Cuauhtemoc 7 Condesa 4 Juarez 6 5 Roma Norte Dover Street Market New York (newyork.dover street market.com) on Lexington Avenue at East 30 th Street feels like a fashion funhouse. It has everchanging art installations and an amazing collection of jewellery. I never leave without having a slice of lemon-polenta cake at Rose Bakery on the ground floor. Upper East Side After that little pick-me-up, I m ready to head uptown to the Row (therow.com) on East 71 st Street. The highend clothing boutique is set inside a glorious, threestorey town house and has the most incredible rotating art collection. In addition to elegant, impeccably cut pieces, it has a small but strong vintage selection. From there, I like to pop in to Creel & Gow (creelandgow. com), a curiosity shop between Park and Lexington Avenues. My friend Jamie Creel is a world traveller and avid collector, and I ve been fortunate to accompany him on shopping trips to Mozambique, Spain, and Egypt. I m in awe of the one-of-a-kind objects he turns up, from ceramics and taxidermy to tiles and precious stones. SPOTLIGHT: THE WEBSTER The six-storey shop in SoHo blends New York glamour with South Beach pizzazz (pink terrazzo floors, a life-size bronze flamingo). But it s the surprising mix of designer threads that captures the imagination. Yeezy sweatshirts are juxtaposed with Lisa Marie Fernandez sundresses and Isa Arfen cropped floral trousers, while the Art Deco inspired shoe salon carries platform Vetements boots and Gucci pool slides. For the ultimate VIP treatment, opt for a blowout at the fifth-floor David Mallett salon. thewebster.us HOT NEIGHBOURHOODS The Best Design in Mexico City Mexico City was named this year s World Design Capital, an award that pays tribute to the ways architects and urbanists have made the metropolis user-friendly. A shopping itinerary through the heart of the city now largely recovered from last year's earthquake reveals a vital community of fashion and product designers. 1/Stendhal Store This cutting-edge streetwear shop highlights up-and-coming Mexican labels. Look for utilitarian menswear by the Pack and cheeky T-shirts and totes by Regards Coupables. Polanco; stendhal store.com 2/Lago DF The shop has a rustic-modern aesthetic and features clothing and homeware designers from across Latin America. Polanco; lagodf.com 3/Onora Owners Maggie Galton and Maria Eladia Hagerman work with Mexican artisans to create pillows from vintage fabrics, lacqueredwood cutlery, and more. Polanco; onora casa.com 4/Taxonomía This boutique inside the Hotel Carlota presents ceramics, jewellery, leather goods, and clothes by forward-thinking local designers. Cuauhtémoc; taxonomia.mx 5/Utilitario Mexicano Classics of Mexican design such as enamelled pewter spoons for `336 and mortars and pestles made from volcanic stone for `810 line the walls of this inviting shop. Juárez; utilitario mexicano.com travelandleisureindia.in 7

INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE INSIDER S GUIDE JULIAN BEDEL S BUENOS AIRES The creator of niche fragrance line Fueguia 1833, Julian Bedel draws inspiration from the sights and scents of his home country of Argentina. His collection includes such heady perfumes as Pampa Húmeda, a blend of clary sage, eucalyptus, and oregano that evokes the wild green Pampas. Bedel s business is based in Milan, but he was born and raised in Buenos Aires, where he now has a jewel box of a store. Here, he shares the artisans and shopkeepers some based around his boutique in tony Recoleta, others in neighbouring districts who most excite him. Recoleta Tramando (tramando.com) is just around the corner from my store. Designer Martín Churba makes all of his dresses, pants, and tops right at his shop, so everything is artisanal and small-scale. His colourful pieces in the style of Japanese yukata are incredible. I love the smell of leather when I walk into Arandu (arandu.com.ar), only a few blocks away. It has everything related to gaucho and polo culture, like saddles, bridles, carpincho leather vests made from the skin of the capybara, brightly coloured woven belts once popular with the nobility, and buckles fashioned from silver coins. Marcelo Lucini of Airedelsur (airedelsur boutique.com) combines the traditional craftsmanship in silver and stone from northern Argentina with his own contemporary idea of jewellery and tableware. He s one of the few people with real access to this network of artisans. He shows his work by appointment at his studio. At Aracano (aracano.com), on the other side of the SPOTLIGHT: FUEGUIA 1833 The Recoleta shop is lined with dark velvet drapes and vintage engravings. A single long table displays Bedel s creations, including Halo Lunar made of lavender, sandalwood, and amber and Agua Magnoliana, which draws from the Amazonian magnolia tree. The brand also has branches in New York City, Milan, Zurich, and Tokyo. fueguia.com. Above: Julian Bedel outside Fueguia 1833, his Buenos Aires perfume shop. Opposite, clockwise: Arrow necklaces at Aracano, a jewellery boutique in Recoleta; rope lassos at Arandu, a store specialising in leather goods; Paul French Gallery, in Palermo Soho. WORTH FLYING FOR: KIMONOS IN BERLIN The city s thrift-store scene is legendary, but if you don t have the time for a treasure hunt, Rianna Nektaria Kounou and Nina Knaudt have done the work for you. For their clothing line, Rianna & Nina, the pair use rare, exotically patterned silk textiles sourced from around the world to create vintageinspired coat and pant sets, kimonos, and tiered dresses; prices start around `66,000. The collection can be found at Rianna in Berlin, Kounou s shop in the Mitte district, alongside vintage ready-to-wear, jewellery, and accessories. riannainberlin.com YADID LEVY 8 travelandleisureindia.in

SHOPPING SPREE An Afternoon at the Dubai Mall In a city with more than 90 shopping centres, one 5.9 million-square-foot complex rises above the rest. The Dubai Mall is the gateway to some of the region s top attractions, including the Dubai Aquarium and the Burj Khalifa tower. Only in town for a layover? Here s how to steer through the 1,200 shops to find the best of Emirati fashion. FROM TOP: JAVIER PIERINI (3); ANKA BARDELEBEN Recoleta Cemetery, my longtime friend Federico Alzaga sells his sculptural, gold-and-silverplated jewellery out of his private showroom, also by appointment. His pendants are shaped like condors, arrowheads, and snakes. I appreciate his authenticity and his focus on a single idea he takes inspiration from the Andes. Palermo Soho Paul French Gallery (pauldeco.com) is the perfect place to pause while roaming the city. Paul brings together furniture, textiles, design objects, art, and wines from local and international producers. The shop has the spirit of a home, the soul of a gallery, and the heart of a bazaar. Nearby is Ricardo Paz (ricardopaz.com). Collected from all corners of Argentina, Paz s antique pieces speak the universal language of simple design and the varieties of wood in this country. Studio 8 Dubai-born entrepreneur Sarah Belhasa s sophisticated boutique features Gulf-based fashion houses, including Rubina K, known for elegant ready-to-wear pieces as well as trendy tunics and sundresses. studio8.ae Boutique Ayla Drawing its name from the Arabic word for moonlight, this shop is known for its one-of-a-kind kaftans and luxury evening wear handpicked by owner Shaden Bushnaq. Check out colourful dresses by UAE based label Shaira. boutiqueayla.com Ajmal Perfume In the Emirates, entire families work with perfumers to develop fragrances from oud, a powerful scent originating in agarwood. At Ajmal, you can buy oud oil and design your own perfumes to wear or use as home fragrances. ajmalperfume.com Level Shoes This is the place to buy high-end Arabian footwear by brands like Tamashee, whose designs are based on traditional na-aal sandals and patterned with leaves and date palms. levelshoes.com A look from Rianna & Nina s Spring/ Summer 2018 collection. San Telmo Gabriel del Campo Anticuario (427 Bethlem; +54-11/4307-6589) has a vast collection of furniture, from Jean-Michel Frank pieces to reproductions of Roman marble statues. Del Campo is a sublime curator of the cambalache the spirit of the bazaar that constitutes our Porteño essence. Port Rashid Burj Khalifa Dubai Mall Dubai Creek Dubai Airport travelandleisureindia.in 9

INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE Clockwise from right: Erdem Moralioğlu at his London studio; a window display at Selfridge s department store, in the Mayfair neighbourhood; tableware at Momosan Shop, in Hackney; Heywood Hill, a bookstore in Mayfair. INSIDER S GUIDE ERDEM MORALIOĞLU S LONDON Erdem Moralioğlu was born in Montreal to a Turkish father and an English mother. It s no surprise, then, that his floral-print fashions from the floor-length gowns beloved by Sienna Miller, Claire Foy, and other actresses, to last year s capsule collection for H&M pair the colourful abundance of a Victorian garden with Arabian Nights allure. The designer moved to London in 2000 to attend the Royal College of Art and launched his namesake label five years later. His favourite London shops reflect the same eclectic sensibility that informs his craft a passion for art and literature, and an embrace of both classic design and Mid-century Modernism. CAROL SACHS 10 travelandleisureindia.in

WORTH FLYING FOR: SURFBOARDS IN MAINE The rocky New England shoreline isn t your stereotypical surfing mecca. But according to many, the best boards in America can be found at a tiny shop in York, a block from the Atlantic Ocean. The town is best known for the picture-perfect Nubble Lighthouse, but since Mike LaVecchia founded Grain Surfboards in 2005, acolytes from as far away as Australia have made the pilgrimage. People think of surfboards as disposable, LaVecchia says. His boards are anything but. Crafted from sustainable cedar, they can outlast some foam counterparts by decades. At Grain, visitors can test-drive premade boards at the beach before making a selection; prices begin at `67,300. For a more hands-on experience, sign up for a four-day workshop and learn how to build your own board. grain surfboards.com SHOP FOR ONE THING A Tour of Tokyo s Single-Item Stores Kaizen, the business philosophy of continuous improvement that has led Japan to excel at everything from steaks to jeans, is on display in Tokyo s Chuo-ku ward, where a variety of hyper-focused shops specialise in one product sometimes in a multitude of forms and always impeccably manufactured. COURTESY OF GRAIN SURFBOARDS Chelsea I have so many things from Sigmar (sigmarlondon.com). The owners, Nina Hertig and Ebba Thott, collaborate with the Viennese workshop of Carl Aubock on some extraordinary pieces, like a biomorphic ashtray. For the Erdem flagship store I picked up a wicker chair by Nanna Ditzel and a bent-plywood chair by Alvar Aalto. Mayfair/West End Heywood Hill (heywoodhill.com) has a wonderful mixture of new and vintage books. It s a stone s throw from the Erdem store, and I try to sneak in as often as I can. The last time I was there, I bought a catalogue of David Hockney drawings and a first-edition Evelyn Waugh book. Selfridges (selfridges.com) is a London institution. It has everything under one roof, from furniture to luggage. And the most amazing food hall. Drake s (drakes.com) is my go-to for clothing. It always has something beautiful. I wear its tweed jackets with a pair of slip-on Vans that my fiancé bought me from Dover Street Market (london. doverstreetmarket.com) near Trafalgar Square, which I admire for its incredible curation. Also, on the top floor of Dover Street is a branch of Labour & Wait (labourandwait.co.uk), which carries a fantastic collection of practical household objects. Bloomsbury For art supplies, L Cornelissen & Son (cornelissen.com) is a hidden gem near the British Museum. It s been around since 1855. I draw all of my designs, and I go there to buy my sketchbooks, mechanical and charcoal pencils, and watercolours from a German paint supplier called Schmincke. Hackney Donlon Books (donlonbooks.com) is very close to where I live, and has a unique selection of fascinating art and photography books. Conor Donlon, the owner, is always going to Japan and bringing back interesting first editions. I recently bought a kimono catalogue from the 1970s full of little fabric swatches. Momosan Shop (momosanshop.com) stocks lovely objects and housewares, from blown-glass vessels to locally made ceramics. It s the perfect place to find a gift for someone. SPOTLIGHT: ERDEM The fashion label s flagship store at 70 South Audley Street in Mayfair, which opened its doors in 2015, was designed by Moralioğlu s fiancé, architect Philip Joseph. A curving marble staircase unites the boutique s two floors; works by Hockney and Jean Cocteau are from Moralioğlu s personal collection. But the true showstoppers are the clothes: luxurious, inventive, appealingly exotic. erdem.com 1/Itoya Over the 12 stories of its Ginza emporium, Itoya carries every type of paper imaginable. Entire floors are dedicated to greeting cards, diaries, postcards, and wrapping paper. ito-ya.co.jp/ginza 2/Saruya Since 1704, the craftsmen at Saruya have been carving the humble toothpick from the wood of the kuromoji tree. Don t miss the painted giftbox sets, which start at around `1,140. nihonbashi-saruya.co.jp 3/Globe Shop Tokyo This small store specialises in globes, from inflatable (and packable) versions, for about `1,340, to the Diplomat illuminated, handfinished, and priced around `11,44,500. globe-shop.net 4/Ubukeya A family-owned shop that s a shrine to tweezers, scissors, and all things sharp. If you re in the market for something unlikely to make it through airport security, such as a kitchen knife (Ubukeya s are prized among New York City sushi chefs), shipping is available. ubukeya.com 5/Iwai Tsudura Ten A century ago, there were more than 250 makers of tsudura, the lacquered boxes used to store kimonos, in Tokyo. Today there is one. Ryoichi Iwai, who learned the craft from his father, weaves each box himself. Prices range from `5,700 to `27,000. tsudura.com Imperial Palace 1 Nihonbashi district 4 2 5 3 Chuo-ku Sumida River Reporting by Lila Battis, Jacqueline Gifford, Samantha Neugebauer, Siobhan Reid, Jason Sheeler, Michael Snyder, and Peter Terzian. travelandleisureindia.in 11

INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE INSIDER S GUIDE RAHUL MISHRA S NEW DELHI World renowned fashion designer Rahul Mishra integrates traditional hand-woven and hand-embroidered textiles by Indian craftsmen in his collections. He creates chic, sustainable lines and showcases them at some of the best retail and online stores globally. Currently, he is working on his annual collection for India Couture Week due in July; preparing for the launch of his second flagship store and the first in Mumbai this August; and presenting his SS 19 line at Paris Fashion Week later this year. He shares his list of favourite places in the Indian capital. OGAAN The multi-designer boutique on Malcha Marg is one of my favourites. It has a unique selection of lines from established as well as new designers. Their distinctive taste in fashion attracts a niche clientele to their tranquil space. ogaan.com DILLI HAAT For those uninitiated, Dilli Haat is a well-curated craft and food bazaar. It s so interesting to see the display of vibrant Indian handicrafts at one place. The well-connected destination is culturally enriching and the best place to find rare handicrafts. dillihaat.net.in KHAN MARKET This is an upscale market with boutiques and restaurants frequented by a niche crowd. My favourite spot is Perch (facebook.com/perchindelhi), a cafe I sometimes stop at for a quick bite or coffee (it serves great coffee!). Work on your laptop or pass your time for hours here. OLIVE BAR AND KITCHEN Right next door to our flagship store is Olive, a cosy restaurant known for its soulful Mediterranean cuisine. Its coastal ambience reminds me of holidays in the south of France and I often choose to end my day here. olivebarandkitchen.com Clockwise from top: Rahul Mishra; shopping at Ogaan; a colourful stall at Dilli Haat. LANDMARK STORE Our flagship store on Kalkadas Marg is our first landmark store, and to have it resonate our aesthetic, we took on the challenging task of putting a full-sized tree inside the store. The idea behind the move was to inspire a sense of openness for people when they walk in. rahulmishra.in CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: COURTESY OF RAHUL MISHRA; SARANG SENA/ GETTYIMAGES; COURTESY OF RAHUL MISHRA; BHAVEN JANI/ALAMY PHOTO CREDIT 12 travelandleisureindia.in

This summer, discover The Bicester Village Shopping Collection, a series of 11 award-winning destinations under an hour from some of Europe and China s most celebrated cities. Home to more than 1,300 boutiques from the world s most desirable fashion and lifestyle brands, including Gina, Saint Laurent, Temperley London and Tory Burch, the Villages offer savings of up to 60% on the recommended retail price all year round. Enjoy a distinctive shopping experience with a host of luxury services, including Valet Parking, a Personal Stylist, Hands-free Shopping and a vast selection of gastronomic indulgences that reflect each region s unique culinary traditions. Please present this code at the Welcome, Visitor or Tourist Information Centre in any of the nine Villages in Europe by 31 December 2019 to receive an additional 10% * saving. TheBicesterVillageShoppingCollection.com *Reduction made on the Village price. Terms and conditions: This invitation is valid until 31 December 2019. The invitation is not valid during Further Reduction or Blackout periods. Blackout and Further Reduction dates are available at TheBicesterVillageShoppingCollection.com/viptandc. The invitation may be withdrawn at any time and without notice. The VIP Card is only valid in participating boutiques/restaurants and the provision of the Card is at the sole discretion of the provider. Value Retail 2018 3427 05/18

PROMOTION From left: Grapevine Mills; The Premium Outlets in San Marcos. TAX-FREE Bargain Hunter s Idyll Easy tax refunds on purchases make Texas a popular duty-free shopping destination for luxury globetrotters. exas may have just climbed up to the top Tof the Indian shopper s bucket list with an easy and quick tax refund policy. After shopping at any of Texas TaxFree s 6,500 participating stores, visit one of the 17 refund processing centres for instant cash refunds up to `17,000 per person. From outlets, mills, malls, to luxury shopping centres, Texas has it all. Here are our top picks of shopping venues in Texas most popular cities. DALLAS In Dallas, you can visit the Tax Free outlet in Terminal D at Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (dfwairport.com); the outlet on the third floor at Galleria Dallas (galleriadallas.com); the outlet near the customer service desk at Grand Prairie Premium Outlets (premiumoutlets.com); in Neighborhood 1 by Ross at Grapevine Mills (simon.com); on the second floor of the Management Office, next to Tom Ford at Highland Park Village (hpvillage.com). HOUSTON Take your pick from upscale retailers such as Tiffany & Co., Fendi, Gucci, Valentino, Chanel, Prada, and La Perla at The Galleria (simon. com), then head to the concierge service on the Luxury Row: Ice Rink Level for refunds. Drop your kids at the children s play area at Houston Premium Outlets (premiumoutlets. com), while you browse through 145 designer and name-brand outlet stores. The refund counter here is located inside the Food Court. To avail refunds on your last minute finds at the Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (airport-houston.com), head to the Texas TaxFree counter in Terminal D, outside security by Qatar Airways ticketing booth. NORTH AUSTIN Home to 125 stores including Banana Republic, Nike, Michael Kors, J Crew, and Polo Ralph Lauren, Round Rock Premium Outlets (premiumoutlets.com) is a great mall to bond with your family over shopping. You can avail your refunds at the Concierge Service. SAN MARCOS If high-street brands such as Abercrombie, Levi s, and H&M is what you are looking for, join the TangerClub at Tanger Outlet (tangeroutlet.com) to turn your purchases into rewards. Tax redemption can be availed at Tanger Outlet Concierge Service near the Reebok store. For high-end brands like Hugo Boss, Coach, and DKNY, look no further than Premium Outlets (premiumoutlets.com), where the Tax Free Shopping counter is right inside the food court. For more information, visit TaxFreeShopping.com

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INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE WHERE TO SHOP IN... PARIS LITTLE SURPRISES ARE IN STORE FOR YOU IN PARIS, WHERE INSPIRED ARTISTS BRING YOU THEIR COLLECTIONS WITH A SLICE OF HISTORY. BY KANIKA SHARMA EMPREINTES This concept store and studio by the artisan professional union in France lies in the hip neighbourhood of Marais. The member artists showcase more than 1,000 handmade pieces of art and craft, including jewellery, fashion accessories, furniture, and lighting instruments. empreintes-paris.com Clockwise from top left: A strawberry long necklace by Fox Jewellery at Empreintes; Margot armchair at Maison Sarah Lavoine; scented candle at Parfumerie Fragonard. TRADITIONAL BERET MAKER, LAULHÈRE HAS BEEN MAKING FRENCH HATS SINCE 1840. LAST YEAR, THE FASHION HOUSE OPENED A BOUTIQUE ON RUE DU FAUBOURG SAINT-HONORÉ. LAULHERE-STORE.COM MAISON SARAH LAVOINE The products at this store are inspired by happiness. The design ideas and paint collections of interior designer and architect Maison Sarah Lavoine are divine and also includes products from her favourite travel destinations Asia and Africa. More recently, comfortable clothing has also been added to the portfolio. maisonsarahlavoine.com PARFUMERIE FRAGONARD The store was opened in 1926 to sell fragrances to tourists. Today, a wide range of perfumes, candles, and other scented products are sold here. The family-run business not only allows you to discover the history of perfumes that span over 100 years, but also allows you to make your own during a workshop. fragonard.com NOUS Collete s former director of high tech and watchmaking division, Sébastien Chapelle is the brain behind the new men s concept store, Nous. The store will offer limited edition streetwear, accessories, and designer wear. nous.paris CLOCKWISE: COURTESY OF EMPREINTES; COURTESY OF MAISON SARAH LAVOINE; COURTESY OF PARFUMERIE FRAGONARD; COURTESY OF LAULHÈRE 16 travelandleisureindia.in

WHERE TO SHOP IN... MUNICH THE CITY IS HOME TO WELL-HEELED, TECH-SAVVY DENIZENS WHO HAVE A SOFT SPOT FOR TAILORED CLOTHES. BY BINDU GOPAL RAO Clockwise from top left: Red necklace by Theresa; African apron with purple waxprint by Noh Nee Dirndl; Africainspired lamp by Noh Nee Dirndl; shopping street in Munich. Below: An artsy bag by Blutsgeschwister. CLOCKWISE: COURTESY OF THERESA; COURTESY OF NOH NEE DIRNDL; COURTESY OF NOH NEE DIRNDL; SHUTTERSTOCK. BELOW: COURTESY OF BLUTSGESCHWISTER THERESA Three floors of clothes and accessories spell delight at Theresa. The enviable lineup of designer wear includes the likes of Nicholas Kirkwood, Christopher Kane, Acne Studios, Isabel Marant, Proenza Schouler, and Aquazzura among others. theresa.de ATELIER KALDEWEY Trained master tailor Sarah Kaldewey creates timeless pieces at her atelier that s tucked away in the quaint München courtyard in Rückgebäude. This is a hotspot for locals and tourists from neighbouring European countries for the quality of her finished garments. atelierkaldewey.com NOH NEE DIRNDL Located on Hans-Sachs- Straße, Noh Nee Dirndl retails clothing that combines traditional Bavarian Dirndl cuts with African fabrics. What follows is a tapestry of elaborate patterns, bright colours, and embroidery. Launched by sisters Marie Darouiche and Rahmée Wetterich, the line of dresses, coats, skirts, and trousers changes every season and finds inspiration in a different African country each time. nohnee.com WILD MUNICH If you believe that fashion is an extension of your personality, Wild Munich at BELGRADESTR. 5 is your destination. Owners Helga, Beate, Roman, and Sandra ensure that what you see is exclusive, individual, and stylish, without compromising on comfort. wild-munich.com BLUTSGESCHWISTER Spearheaded by Karin Ziegler, Blutsgeschwister in central Munich, is about sophistication embodied in artful cuts and striking patterns that are their hallmarks of creative fashion. blutsgeschwister.de With 150 stores spread over 43,000-squaremetres, Munich Airport offers exclusive duty-free shopping and discounts on luxury brands such as Hermès, Gucci, and Tod s at Terminal 2. travelandleisureindia.in 17

INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE WHERE TO SHOP IN... TEL AVIV THIS FASHION DESTINATION HAS EVOLVED QUICKLY IN THE PAST FEW YEARS AND BROUGHT AN ELITE CROWD TO ITS DOORS. BY KANIKA SHARMA Clockwise from top left: Le Specs- Bazaar (gold) sunglasses by BRENDA; a classy suit by David Sassoon; a fashion store on Sheinken Street. DAVID SASSOON The men s fashion boutique near the historical Neve Tzedek offers wearable designs, shoes, and accessories in a gorgeous 20 th -century European interior. david-sassoon.com MEL BOUTIQUE Look for imported purses from Italy, shoes from Paris, and jewellery from Belgium and Israel. Each piece at Mel Boutique is so unique, that it would be hard for you to find it elsewhere in the country. facebook.com/mel. boutique.telaviv BELLE AND SUE With international brands such as Cheap Monday, J Brand, Melissa, Mara Hoffman, and Clashist, Belle and Sue offers a mix of elegant wear and rock n roll, perfect for those willing to experiment with the local fashion sensibilities. belleandsue.co.il BRENDA If there is one boutique that captures the essence of Tel Aviv s feminine fashion, it s BRENDA. The shop is quite organised; it offers unique patterns and cuts, the outfits are comfortable and a perfect addition to the closet. brendastudio.com MISS GEISHA Looking for unique and classy outfits? Miss Geisha is a one-stop shop for all. Each collection by designer Orit Shelly and Moran Madar has been made with a clear focus on women empowerment through fashion. There s an array of cocktail and evening dresses, categorised by colour, making it quite easy to shop for occasions. facebook.com/miss- Geisha-101272996580527 LOOKING FOR NEW AGE ISRAELI DESIGNERS? TRY TRES ON AHAD AH HAM STREET, THE FIRST APPAREL STUDIO ON ZEBULUN STREET, AND ATA ON ALLENBY STREET. CLOCKWISE: COURTESY OF BRENDA; COURTESY OF DAVID SASSOON; HEMIS/ALAMY 18 travelandleisureindia.in

The exterior of OUTLETCITY METZINGEN. Below: Shoppers enjoy the experience; the interior of Tory Burch boutique. COURTESY OF OUTLETCITY METZINGEN ELITE SHOPPER THE RICH TEXTILE HISTORY OF METZINGEN, GERMANY, HAS CONTRIBUTED TO MAKING THE TOWN ONE OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL FACTORY OUTLET LOCATIONS IN EUROPE. VISIT OUTLETCITY METZINGEN FOR THE BEST OFFERS ON PREMIUM AND LUXURY BRANDS ALL YEAR ROUND. centuries-old wine growing tradition, great A spreads for the hearty gourmand, award-winning modern architecture, and more than 80 luxury designer brands to choose from; OUTLETCITY METZINGEN is a melting pot for German lifestyle choices. Set in a picturesque location surrounded by palaces and castles, and ensconced in a gorgeous landscape, the destination promises a day s worth of activities for the family, drawing over four million visitors from 185 countries each year. LUXE LABELS Take your pick from premium and luxury brands such as Bottega Veneta, Etro, Prada, Burberry, Zegna, Moncler, and Max Mara to name a few. Whether it is jewellery that you are looking for, quality, fitted suits, or accessories such as watches, belts, and cufflinks, the handsome reductions in prices are attractive enough to empty out the credit limit. FUN WITH FAMILY OUTLETCITY METZINGEN is a family destination that offers leisure activities for your children as well. The Kids Camp is the outlet s childcare facility that keeps your little ones occupied with games while you indulge in retail therapy. Unsure of what to buy? Hire a personal shopper (at `30,000 per person) to help you put your best fashion foot forward. POWER BREAKS When you want to take a break from bargain hunting, head to one of the many restaurants for a sumptuous meal. Enjoy a salad, pizza, or grilled steak at Olio e Pane, baked goods at Bäckerei Keim, and after you re done shopping, end your day with prosecco and paninis at Paninibar. The Stuttgart Airport is just 25 kilometres from Metzingen. Hire a car, rent a limousine service, or hop on the Shopping Shuttle to reach OUTLETCITY METZINGEN via the major highways of B27 and B312 that take around 20 minutes. travelandleisureindia.in 19

INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE WHERE TO SHOP IN... BANGKOK A DETOUR FROM THE BUSY LANES WILL LEAD YOU TO THESE IMPRESSIVE LUXURY BOUTIQUES THAT ARE EASY TO FALL IN LOVE WITH. BY KANIKA SHARMA THE DECORUM This menswear brand retails a selection of shirts, pants, ties, and shoes by Japanese, South Korean, and Italian brands. Apart from this, it also distributes luxury Japanese shirt brand Kamakura and offers a tailor service at the store where you can get your dapper suits sewn. facebook.com/ thedecorumbkk PHYA Designer Jirayong Anuman-Rajadhon chanelled her passion for luxury and leather goods to launch Phya. The former investment banker and financial advisor understands the importance of looking credible and therefore her collection is synonymous with quality and class. phyaphilo.com PILA STUDIO Inspired from the vintage and moulded into the recent, fashion designer With hanging gardens and a huge indoor waterfall, EmQuartier on Sukhumvit Road is a blend of luxury and architecture. The shopping mall has labels like Cartier, Gucci and Pucci. Get yourself a bespoke Italian suit at Tailor on Ten, located at the end of the lane. emquartier.co.th Nipon Pila s Pila Studio offers fitted custom suits using bold colours and edgy details, and rendering them fashionable. The best part: they aren t something you pick off the rack. facebook. com/pilastudio BRISUTHI Founder of luxury Thai skincare brand Brisuthi, Jakapong Tongsagul tried some of the best brands from around the world before setting out to create his own to meet global standards. His products are an amalgamation of the finest ingredients in the world, the most popular being the organic cleansers and oils. facebook.com/brisuthi Clockwise from left: Bags by Phya; the Pila Studio; a double-breasted suit by The Decorum; shoes by Fugashin at The Decorum. CLOCKWISE FROM LEFT: COURTESY OF PHYA; COURTESY OF PILA STUDIO; COURTESY OF THE DECORUM; COURTESY OF THE DECORUM 20 travelandleisureindia.in

CLOCKWISE: COURTESY OF SABRINA GOH; COURTESY OF IN GOOD COMPANY; SHUTTERSTOCK; COURTESY OF IN GOOD COMPANY WHERE TO SHOP IN... SINGAPORE THE LITTLE RED DOT HAS A VERITABLE COLLECTION OF HOMEGROWN DESIGNERS WITH HIGH FASHION SENSIBILITIES. BY BINDU GOPAL RAO IN GOOD COMPANY Designers Kane Tan and Sven Tan at Good Company focus on capsule collections of wardrobe essentials for women. Located at Orchard Turn, this sophisticated readyto-wear brand is perfect for a modern closet rehash. ingoodcompany.asia ELOHIM BY SABRINA GOH Head to Capitol Piazza to see how structural, minimal, and conceptual designs can come together to create stunning clothes at ELOHIM by Sabrina Goh. Inspired by architecture, this local label offers structured slip dresses with asymmetrical hems and two-pieces inspired by ancient Chinese rock formations among others. sabrinagoh.com MAX.TAN If geometric and monochromatic minimalism is your thing, head to MAX. TAN, the eponymous label that employs an interplay of quirky cuts, modified shapes, and volume. The designer s sombre and austere inspiration makes for a completely different design sensibility. max-tan.com ONG SHUNMUGAM A recognised homegrown fashion label in Singapore, Ong Shunmugam Jalan Merah Saga reinterprets traditional womenswear into modern styles. Whether it is the sari, the cheongsam or the samfu, designer Priscilla Shunmugam steers clear of stereotypes when working with traditional fabrics. ongshunmugam.com RYE A women s label that believes less is more, Rye is named after a grain, and offers small comfort-chic collections of timeless classics. These can be found at TANGS Orchard, Nana & Bird, and Kapok at National Design Centre. Singapore designer Bessie Ye ensures that form meets function and materials used are light and fuss-free. r-y-e.co Clockwise from top left: Woodview bag at ELOHIM by Sabrina Goh; a CALLA Windmill necklace by In Good Company; shoppers enjoy the sale season in Singapore; EDDER Cotton Jersey Tee by In Good Company. THE ANNUAL GREAT SINGAPORE SALE (JUNE 8 TO AUGUST 12) IS THE RIGHT TIME TO BUY LUXURY PRODUCTS AT SPECIAL RATES. DURING THIS SEASON, HOTELS OFFER HOT DISCOUNTS ON ROOM NIGHTS, SPA TREATMENTS, AND AT RESTAURANTS AS WELL.

INTERNATIONAL SHOPPING GUIDE Mumbai Duty Free. Below: The festival is hard to miss with flashy banners put up. NEW IN SUMMER ON POINT A ll this month, Mumbai Duty Free is hosting a shopping festival where travellers can avail attractive offers on duty-free products. Expect cashbacks and discount vouchers, and get rewards through 22 gift cards from partner brands such as MakeMyTrip, Vodafone, Myntra, Urban Ladder, and Palladium Mall. Begin your shopping with a complimentary `300 gift voucher from the festival booths located near the check-in desks and use them at the stores in the departure terminal On offer are spirits, fragrances, cosmetics, wellness products, watches, electronics, and apparels. Once you shop above a certain amount, you ll earn the Mumbai Duty Free Is Now Free envelope containing discount travelandleisureindia.in vouchers, redeemable coupons, and experiences from partner brands. Citibank cardholders can also get up to `2,000 cashback at the departure and arrival terminals, and 15 per cent no-cap cashback at the fashion and luxury stores. Waiting for a flight at Mumbai Airport now becomes so much more interesting, thanks to the shopping fiesta across the 17 stores that include four duty-free shops, one Indian gourmet store, and 12 speciality stores. The Mumbai Airport is one of the best airports in the world for customer experience. A survey by the Airports Council International found that the airports at Mumbai, Rome, and Toronto accommodated over 40 million passengers yearly with state-of-the-art amenities. F R O M TO P : PAU L Q UAY L E /A L A M Y; C O U R T E S Y O F M U M B A I D U T Y F R E E (2) THIS JUNE, THE MUMBAI DUTY FREE IN TERMINAL 2, CHHATRAPATI SHIVAJI INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT, IS WELCOMING TRAVELLERS WITH A SHOPPING FESTIVAL.

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