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Everything from knick-knacks to new outfits
By Sophie Turton and Yang Di |
June 3, 2012, Sunday
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THE Shaanxi Road S. and Yongjia Road intersection is home to a selection of boutiques and eateries, offering a wide range of merchandise, styles and genres. There are several art galleries and many fashion boutiques, as well as children's clothes shops, plus knick-knack treasure troves and bohemian cafes, making this section of Shaanxi Road S. a popular and eclectic shopping destination. In keeping with the general atmosphere of the former French concession, many of the boutiques in this area have a distinctly French feel, providing an interesting contrast to busy downtown Shanghai.
1.Muses Cafe
Muses Cafe has built a reputation on Shaanxi Road S. for its atmosphere and good coffee - but most importantly, for keeping customers happy and coming back for more. It's a simple, no-fuss 40-seat place for relaxing after work, meeting friends, having a lunch break or simply working on your computer. The cafe's extensive drink menu offers dozens of Molinari coffee concoctions, such as specially Muses coffee, Irish coffee, and Baileys coffee as well as fresh juices, smoothies and herbal teas. A glass of house wine is 38 yuan (US$ 5.9) while a bottle ranges from 128 to 265 yuan. The food menu offers salads, sandwiches, burgers, pastas and pizzas, all at reasonable prices. While the food and drink options are somewhat predictable, Muses Cafe does offer something more distinctive, and appreciated by many expats, a selection of English language literature and biographies.
Opening hours: 10am-11pm
Address: Shop 2, No. 438-2, Shaanxi Rd S.
Tel: 6468-2688
2.Happy Salt
Happy Salt is a quirky knick-knack shop which offers an eclectic mix of jewelry, toys, accessories and home goods, including chopsticks, lamps, cups and plates. The majority of the goods on offer are unusual in design, taking a fun approach to conventionally ordinary items. Examples include mirrors and purses made from rubber building blocks, chopsticks made to look like pencils and earrings and necklaces using funky designs. Happy Salt is most popular for its selection of tin toys; smaller pieces are priced between 5 and 10 yuan, while bigger, retro models, such as the selection of robots, are around 300 yuan. Additionally, there is a selection of toys and plush animals, as well as model cars and British phone boxes. Happy Salt also offers a selection of colorful wellington boots and fashion bags, perfect for spring. The layout, while slightly crowded, effectively displays the merchandise and makes for an interesting and fun shopping experience. Happy Salt is a definite go-to for those who enjoy a more quirky approach to fashion.
Opening hours: 10am–10pm
Address: No. 438, Unit 3, Shaanxi Rd S.
Tel: 6466-0258
3.Idear Fashion
Idear Fashion opened last year and is aimed primarily at women aged between 20 and 40. It stocks a wide range of designs, mostly feminine in style and featuring muted tones such as creams, pinks and browns. Additionally, Idear stocks several statement pieces, many in keeping with the season's look and using sheer fabric in bright colors - perfect for special occasions. The interior is reminiscent of French boutiques with large windows and wooden flooring. Clothing selections are separated into different colors, making for an easier shopping experience. The selection of trousers, dresses, shirts and skirts provide an eclectic mix of casual, business and formal attire. Most merchandise has been manufactured in China, with several pieces by Korean designers such as Hong by EJ. T-shirts prices range from 60 to 1,000 yuan, while most items of clothing are priced at around 900 yuan. There is also a small sale section offering excellent bargains. Idear Fashion offers a discount of 20 percent off subsequent purchases for anyone who spends over 2,000 yuan.
Opening hours: 10:30am–9:30pm
Address: 492 Shaanxi Rd S.
Tel: 3461-9153
4.Baby and Mam
Baby and Mam is a children's boutique which has been open for six years and has four outlets around Shanghai. It stocks a wide range of clothes and accessories to meet the desires of even the most fashion-savvy child. Most of the clothes are export goods, designed in Japan and manufactured in China, providing elegant Japanese style and quality at low prices. There is also a heavy French influence, as many of the clothes are exported there and to other parts of Europe. Baby and Mam caters to both sexes, from infants to eight years old. There is a wide selection of dresses, many using beautiful patterns, lace and fake furs, and in modern styles. There is also a large collection of trousers, jackets, shoes and even mini suitcases. Boys' T-shirts, featuring a wide range of designs and cartoon characters, are priced between 20 and 80 yuan; whole outfits cost around 200 yuan. Additionally, there is a small collection of brand-named toys, such as Star Wars and Simpsons figurines, for between 20 and 500 yuan. Baby and Mam provides fantastic value for money, appealing to the fashionista in both mother and child, and proving that style isn't reserved for grown-ups.
Opening hours: 10am-7:30pm
Address: 48 Yongjia Rd
Tel: 6466-1275
1.Muses Cafe
Muses Cafe has built a reputation on Shaanxi Road S. for its atmosphere and good coffee - but most importantly, for keeping customers happy and coming back for more. It's a simple, no-fuss 40-seat place for relaxing after work, meeting friends, having a lunch break or simply working on your computer. The cafe's extensive drink menu offers dozens of Molinari coffee concoctions, such as specially Muses coffee, Irish coffee, and Baileys coffee as well as fresh juices, smoothies and herbal teas. A glass of house wine is 38 yuan (US$ 5.9) while a bottle ranges from 128 to 265 yuan. The food menu offers salads, sandwiches, burgers, pastas and pizzas, all at reasonable prices. While the food and drink options are somewhat predictable, Muses Cafe does offer something more distinctive, and appreciated by many expats, a selection of English language literature and biographies.
Opening hours: 10am-11pm
Address: Shop 2, No. 438-2, Shaanxi Rd S.
Tel: 6468-2688
2.Happy Salt
Happy Salt is a quirky knick-knack shop which offers an eclectic mix of jewelry, toys, accessories and home goods, including chopsticks, lamps, cups and plates. The majority of the goods on offer are unusual in design, taking a fun approach to conventionally ordinary items. Examples include mirrors and purses made from rubber building blocks, chopsticks made to look like pencils and earrings and necklaces using funky designs. Happy Salt is most popular for its selection of tin toys; smaller pieces are priced between 5 and 10 yuan, while bigger, retro models, such as the selection of robots, are around 300 yuan. Additionally, there is a selection of toys and plush animals, as well as model cars and British phone boxes. Happy Salt also offers a selection of colorful wellington boots and fashion bags, perfect for spring. The layout, while slightly crowded, effectively displays the merchandise and makes for an interesting and fun shopping experience. Happy Salt is a definite go-to for those who enjoy a more quirky approach to fashion.
Opening hours: 10am–10pm
Address: No. 438, Unit 3, Shaanxi Rd S.
Tel: 6466-0258
3.Idear Fashion
Idear Fashion opened last year and is aimed primarily at women aged between 20 and 40. It stocks a wide range of designs, mostly feminine in style and featuring muted tones such as creams, pinks and browns. Additionally, Idear stocks several statement pieces, many in keeping with the season's look and using sheer fabric in bright colors - perfect for special occasions. The interior is reminiscent of French boutiques with large windows and wooden flooring. Clothing selections are separated into different colors, making for an easier shopping experience. The selection of trousers, dresses, shirts and skirts provide an eclectic mix of casual, business and formal attire. Most merchandise has been manufactured in China, with several pieces by Korean designers such as Hong by EJ. T-shirts prices range from 60 to 1,000 yuan, while most items of clothing are priced at around 900 yuan. There is also a small sale section offering excellent bargains. Idear Fashion offers a discount of 20 percent off subsequent purchases for anyone who spends over 2,000 yuan.
Opening hours: 10:30am–9:30pm
Address: 492 Shaanxi Rd S.
Tel: 3461-9153
4.Baby and Mam
Baby and Mam is a children's boutique which has been open for six years and has four outlets around Shanghai. It stocks a wide range of clothes and accessories to meet the desires of even the most fashion-savvy child. Most of the clothes are export goods, designed in Japan and manufactured in China, providing elegant Japanese style and quality at low prices. There is also a heavy French influence, as many of the clothes are exported there and to other parts of Europe. Baby and Mam caters to both sexes, from infants to eight years old. There is a wide selection of dresses, many using beautiful patterns, lace and fake furs, and in modern styles. There is also a large collection of trousers, jackets, shoes and even mini suitcases. Boys' T-shirts, featuring a wide range of designs and cartoon characters, are priced between 20 and 80 yuan; whole outfits cost around 200 yuan. Additionally, there is a small collection of brand-named toys, such as Star Wars and Simpsons figurines, for between 20 and 500 yuan. Baby and Mam provides fantastic value for money, appealing to the fashionista in both mother and child, and proving that style isn't reserved for grown-ups.
Opening hours: 10am-7:30pm
Address: 48 Yongjia Rd
Tel: 6466-1275
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