Another week, another whirlwind of totally EXTRA events! We were here, there and everywhere!
We got into a fond fistfight with ULTRAMAN, rode the last mile of Deepavali with Honda, started a romance with vivo and MUCH, MUCH MORE! We were on the scene, and vibing like a boss! Just check out our social diary for this past week (don’t be jelly!):
SEIBU Opens @ The Exchange TRX
Malaysia’s first luxury Japanese department store – SEIBU – is now open to the public at The Exchange TRX. Spanning 265,000 square feet over four floors, SEIBU houses over 700 high-end international, contemporary and Japanese brands. “SEIBU has the largest Beauty Hall in Malaysia. In addition, SEIBU is also home to the largest selection of luxury shoes and bags in a department store and carries a fine selection of luxury jewellery brands, setting a new standard for department stores in Malaysia. We are the first department store to present a vast collection of contemporary fashion brands catering to the young and trendy. To further elevate your experience, our food hall is an epicurean delight, offering an enormous variety of delicious Japanese foods,” exclaimed Nobuharu Yutani, Managing Director of SEIBU KL.
Joining him at the SEIBU launch on 29th November were Takahashi Katsuhiko, Ambassador of Japan to Malaysia; Datuk Alfred Cheng, Chairman of SEIBU KL; Datuk Khadar Merican, Chairman of SOGO KL; Datuk Andrew Lim, Deputy Chairman of SOGO K;, and Mitch Wilson, Project Director for The Exchange TRX.
Some of the highlights of SEIBU KL:
- Jewellery brands: FRED, Damiani, FOPE and Niessing and more
- Luxury brands: Montblanc, Mulberry, Manolo Blahnik, Giuseppe Zanotti, Smythson, Pierre Hardy, Forest Scarf and more
- New-to-market brands: Rodo, Dolce & Gabbana Beauty, 111 Skin, Malone Souliers, Repetto, Sergio Rossi, The Shirt Bar, Ancient Greek Sandals, All Saints, Lauren Woman, Sweaty Betty and more
- International footwear brands: Giuseppe Zanotti, Manolo Blahnik, Rupert Sanderson, Ancient Greek Sandals, Sergio Rossi, RODO, N21 and more
- Food Oasis: Sushi Suzuki (first time in Malaysia and exclusively at SEIBU KL), La Marche (first time in Malaysia and exclusively at SEIBU KL), Wagyu Beef One-Six, Miyatake Udon, Fans Premium Sweets Foundry, C3 Lab, Mori Kohi, Chabashira Tea Roastery, Tarbushi Ramen, Kenny Hills Bakers and more
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A Starry, Starry Christmas @ Pavilion Damansara Heights
Drop by Pavilion Damansara Heights to experience Christmas like you’ve never experienced it before. The mall is adorned with captivating starry arches, twinkling starry lights and gleaming ornaments – creating a captivating festive atmosphere that is perfect for celebrating with friends and family.
The Starry Starry arches, adorned with twinkling lights and festive decorations, provide a picturesque backdrop for holiday celebrations. Whether you are an avid photographer or simply looking to capture the magic of the Yuletide season, Pavilion Damansara Heights is the ideal destination for creating lasting memories.
Get ready to shop for a variety of goodies at Christmas Specials Pop-Up Stores on Level 2: Maison Berger Paris fragrances, MDSUN skincare products, delightful chocolates from Patchi and more. You’ll find unique gifts for all your loved ones.
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Suria KLCC’s Gingerbread Christmas Village Celebration
Suria KLCC, the city’s iconic experiential shopping destination, is captivating visitors with its enchanting Christmas celebration, ‘Gingerbread Christmas Village.’ The celebration runs from now to 1st January 2024, drawing inspiration from the cherished tradition of making gingerbread men and gingerbread houses during the festive season.
Shoppers are welcome to enter the magical Gingerbread Christmas Village at the Centre Court, which features Gingerbread buildings adorned with delectable “icing” and candy-coloured decorations. A Gingerbread Chocolate Fountain also stands tall with its luscious cascades, adding to the allure of this fanciful atmosphere. The centrepiece, a magnificent Gingerbread Clock Tower, comes to life as a Gingerbread Man dances to festive music when the clock strikes each hour. The village journey continues with the Gingerbread Toyshop, where an array of toys and gifts awaits, accompanied by a festive photo-booth for creating lasting memories.
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IPC’s 20th Anniversary & Snow-Much-Fun Fest Launch
Can you believe it’s been 20 years since IPC Shopping Centre first opened its doors to the public? If you don’t believe that’s been two decades, that’s probably because the mall was previously known as Ikano Power Centre! The timing to celebrate this amazing milestone couldn’t be better, since we’re also entering the jolly season of Christmas!
In conjunction with the excitement of its 20th anniversary, the mall also unveiled its “Snow-Much-Fun 20versary Fest”, where shoppers can celebrate a large-scale Swedish wintry Christmas that is made even more special with the unique installations at Concourse, Level G!
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Christmas Pop! @ Fahrenheit88
Christmas is the season of giving – and Fahrenheit88 gave us a look at their Christmas Pop campaign! The mall promises that the campaign will be a visual feast and festive celebration like no other. Every corner of Fahrenheit88 is adorned with the spirit of Christmas, from the main entrance decorated with presents from Sephora to the centre court, showcasing a preview of the Pixar Fluffy Festival Pop-up.
We definitely had a great time immersing ourselves in this holiday Instagram paradise – so we hope you’ll also visit Fahrenheit88 from today till 7th January 2024 to share more of the joy!
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Sound Spirit Concert Featuring Zainal Abidin
Datuk Zainal Abidin is not called a legendary singer for nothing! After decades of being in the music industry, the renowned singer is inviting his friends Michael Veerapen, Sunil Kumar, and Steve Thornton to join him on stage for the “Sound Spirit Zainalabidin: The Legacy of Sound” concert coming next year! Not only will fans get to enjoy some of the artist’s biggest hits, but they’ll also get to learn more about how they can be successful in the music industry.
Talk about “killing two birds with one stone”! The educational show will take place at Pentas 1, The Kuala Lumpur Performing Arts (klpac) on 20th January 2024. Click here for more information about the show and tickets.
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B★VERSE – BTS, Singing The Stars Launch
It’s the exhibition that Malaysian ARMYS have been waiting for – and we got an exclusive preview of what’s inside! The highly-anticipated B★VERSE – BTS, Singing the Stars Exhibition has finally landed, and it’s ready to dazzle Malaysian fans from now to 10th March 2024. The event is hosted by THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS and expertly crafted by APOLLON STUDIO.
At the media preview at Pavilion Bukit Jalil, guests were guided through eight exclusive sessions – including the immersive VR Room, the captivating Orbital Tunnel and the stunning 7 Planets. There was also a photo zone and merchandise section that captured our eyes, but unfortunately, we couldn’t take many photos inside – so you’ll just need to check it for yourself to get the full experience!
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Watsons I <3 K-Health Launch
We were at Arena Watson to help launch the new K-Healthy segment, brought to you by Watsons Malaysia with support from Most Young Global! This new segment in Watsons offers more variety, trendy products and quality ingredients with proven benefits – all exclusively imported from South Korea!
The K-Healthy segment features:
- Probiotic brand LactoFit
- Enzyme brand Foodology
- Instant kombucha brand Green Monster
- Protein shake and meal replacement brands Godan Gosik and Tir Tir
- Vegan snack brand Eat’s Better
At the launch at Arena Watsons, we got to try all of these brands and also learn more about their benefits and how they can help us “Look Good, Do Good, Feel Great”!
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Immersive Winterland @ Central Walk i-City
i-City is known for its fun attractions for the whole family. Now, apart from the theme park and water park, you can also enjoy the newly-opened Immersive Winterland! We were there to attend the grand opening ceremony, and received a tour of the new attraction – and we have to say that we’ll definitely be bringing our families there next time!
Setting itself apart from conventional entertainment, Immersive Winterland delves into the realms of the seventh dimension. Unlike the typical 5D experiences, this groundbreaking venture offers a heightened level of sensory engagement and technological complexity, integrating intricate motion simulations and advanced effects to deliver a truly immersive and captivating encounter.
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ULTRA HEROES TOUR SOUTH EAST ASIA Returns
The long-awaited ULTRA HEROES TOUR SOUTH EAST ASIA has finally returned and will be dazzling fans from now until 10th December 2023 at the Paradigm Mall, Petaling Jaya. We definitely felt like a child again after seeing one of our childhood heroes, Ultraman, live in person! We also got to meet the latest hero to the franchise, ULTRAMAN BLAZAR!
Another highlight of the ULTRA HEROES TOUR are the latest figures from Tamashii Nations, which will be displayed with eye-catching dioramas. They will include not only the S.H.Figuarts Ultraman series, but also other popular IPs such as ‘ONE PIECE’, ‘SPY x FAMILY’, ‘MASHLE’ and ‘HELL’s PARADISE’.
It wouldn’t be complete without a fantastic live performance for the kids! Watch ULTRAMAN BLAZAR as he fights evil monsters to save the day every weekend at 1pm, 4pm and 7pm until 10th December! What are you waiting for? Grab your kids and meet these heroes today!
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M Resort & Hotel Christmas Buffet
The seasonal chill (figuratively speaking) was in the air, and what better way to warm ourselves up than with some piping hot and hearty meals? M Resort & Hotel welcomed us to their lovely Christmas buffet, where we had a taste of festive meals ranging from savoury lamb to sweet gingerbread houses and candy canes. But they also have local selections for those who like to feel a little closer to home.
But variety is the spice of life, which is why M Resort & Hotel had other treats in store for us as well, such as oysters, sushi, freshly-made pasta, and even Thanksgiving turkey. Afterwards, we helped ourselves to their varied and colourful selection of desserts of all shapes and sizes.
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vivo V29 5G First Love Launch
Even though Valentine’s Day is still a few months away, vivo reminded us that love is still in the air as they launched the latest version of their mid-range flagship.
We were invited to EL & N Cafe to celebrate the debut of the vivo V29 5G First Love. The new design showcases the all-time favourite phone in a new rosy pink colour palette, utilising the signature sparkly look to form a rose petal design meant to catch the eye of any would-be lover.
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Honda Deepavali Open House
Before the sound of Mariah Carey starts blasting through the loud speakers, we celebrated Deepavali one last time – with Honda.
Honda invited us to an open house lunch, which we celebrated at Namaste, India in Bangsar South. We had our fill of traditional Indian cuisine that featured classic favourites, which was fitting for the season. It was a blast.
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Genting Winter Wonderland Tour
Christmas is coming and we got the opportunity to get a taste of what the festive season will be like in Resorts World Genting at their Genting Winter Wonderland! From enjoying their Snowball Express at SkySymphony to chilling at Gohtong Way while snacking on hot drinks, delicious foods and enjoying dazzling live performances, or catching the Let It Snow show at Liberty Lane with Santa, there’s definitely something to do, with the whole family!
