| Accessories & Footwear |
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Friday, 03 July 2009 09:37
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+IT 2 Lam Son Square, Q1 Stocks a wonderful range of Cavalli handbags and Gianfranco Ferre shoes. A stylish boutique located on the grounds of the Park Hyatt full of top-of-the-range accessories for men and women, at top-of-the-range prices.
Blue Dragon 222 De Tham, Q1 Along with the standard souvenirs, this shop features a number of mantelpiece-style objects made out of scrap motorbike parts, and a range of bags made out of the plastic laundry-bag material of old. Printed with Thai and Khmer script, Vietnamese stars and a range of offbeat images typical to Southeast Asia, these are the kind of bags that ooze street cred. street cred.
Coconut Mac Thi Buoi, Q1 Beautiful, embroidered bags of all shapes and sizes; expect to pay US$30 and up for quality, leather, one-of-a-kind creations.
Converse 434 Hai Ba Trung, Q1 The classic American canvas shoe stocked in all styles and colours, there are other locations throughout the city and a concession at Diamond Plaza. Prices are the same as elsewhere.
Hoang Tay 121 Nguyen Trai, Q1 Great place to shop for men’s work shoes imported from Singapore. Prices start from VND1.1million with sandals slightly cheaper at VND750,000. Leather belts and wallets also available.
Ipa-Nima The New World Hotel, 76 Le Lai, Q1 Tel: 3824 3652 A place to check out if you’re looking for a bag that is truly special. Founder Christina Yu produces beautifully detailed handbags. Prices vary depending on size and material. Another branch can be found at 85 Pasteur, D1.
Lovely Lien Jewellery 20 Le Loi, Q1 This small jewellery shop has an array of reasonably priced rings, necklaces, earrings and bracelets. They will also make up anything you want; bring your precious stones here and prices will be shaved.
Lynn Jewellry Design 778/71 Nguyen Kiem, Phu Nhuan Tel: 0903 366 026 This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Bespoke jewellery designer with a number of ready-to-wear designs including bracelets, necklaces, earrings etc. Specialises in stones set in metal.
Mai O Mai 4C Dong Khoi St, Q1 Tel: 3829 4007 A fantastic shop to pick up cool and funky jewellery and bags, there is plenty to choose from. In the centre of the store is a display case brimming with a wide selection of fabulous hand-made silver pieces. Prices begin at US$8 and intricate designs cost over US$100.
Mantra 84 Pho Duc Chinh, Q1 Tel: 3915 1473 Home to newly launched anupa jewellery, all pieces are large hand-cut semi-precious stones that are set into simple, rings, earrings and pendants. If you are looking for something elegant and sophisticated then find it here. Also has luxury women’s and men’s leather bags, laptop and evening bags and jewelry boxes.
Shoe Street Luu Van Lang, Q1 Just off Ben Thanh Market, has what seems like endless amounts of shoes to choose from and can get a bit repetitive after a while. But the traders are friendly and most shops have larger sizes.
Star Polo 97B Nguyen Trai, Q1 Locally made shoes in Australian leather for men and women. Sizes produced are 38 to 42 for men, and 34 to 40 for women. Men’s shoes cost between VND300,000 and VND1.4 million.
Sapa Shop 77 Pasteur, Q1 Tel: 3827 2063 Renowned for its cute silk purses, bags, shoes and more. Every item is made by the owners and sells for no more than US$10. Bright colours and pretty designs make this a great place for picking up gifts and souvenirs.
Saigon International Trade Centre 4-6 Nguyen Trung Truc, Q1 Tel: 3829 5413 A big shopping mall filled to the brim with jewellery stalls — anything your neck, ear and wrists require can be found here, from the glitzy to the magnificent.
Sergio Rossi 146AB Pasteur, Q1 Tel: 38241914 Shoes, shoes, shoes. A lady can never have enough pairs. This well known Italian brand has opened a flagship store in Saigon. From sandals, flats to heels, the shop has a wide collection and accessories to make the shoes of course.
TDC Swiss Watches 28ter B Mac Dinh Chi, Q1 www.tdcvn.com Respected watch merchant specialising in all things Swiss including Longines, Jacques Lemans and an impressive selection of Swatch watches and straps. Swatch watches start at US$50.
Tic Tac Watches 72 Dong Khoi, Q1 Tel: 3829 3519 www.tictacwatch.com This upscale shop sells only Swiss watches, but it has over 30 brands from Longines and Tag Heuer to Rado and Movado. Also has a vintage section with rare, hard-to-fine pieces perfect for collectors, including desk clocks and pocket watches.
Therese Jewellry 9 Nguyen Thiep, Q1 Tel: 3827 3756 A small, swanky shop, selling a wide range including diamond earrings, white gold wedding rings, and silver cufflinks. The main attraction here is the selection of jade Buddhas in all sizes, with the larger ones costing US$250. The staff speak good English.
Tombo 145 Dong Khoi, Q1 One of the best shops to pick up embroidered and sequined bags, shoes and more, this shop stocks a range that is prettier than most places nearby. Can create custom-made shoes.
Trung Luong 139 Le Thanh Ton, Q1 Tel: 3829 4732 One of three shops stacked with shoes on every available surface, including the floor. Sells western-brand shoes for around VND300,000. Heels, wedges, flip flops, pumps all sell for unbelievably low prices. |
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