By this time, I haven't gotten myself anything of value. All I've gotten on the first day were pasalubong items for the people back home. This day was solely for shopping. I hoped to squeeze in some time for outlet shopping in Citygate.
That morning, after breakfast, Vic, Vic's dad, Johann and I went to Mongkok to get Vic his new toy. He has this sudden interest in photography so our current point-and-shoot camera would not suffice. He's been scouting for one with a good price back in Manila so he knows if HK offers a better price. He indeed got a better one from Broadway, complete with a memory stick, tripod and bag. With his craving for an SLR satisfied already, we are off to my hunt for great bargains.
Since it was only my second time in HK, I did not know where to go. Besides, the place where we can go to is limited to stroller-friendly areas. The shops in Mongkok were filled with items for winter so I didn't end up with a lot of pieces. I got several shirts from Bossini. Fortunately, there were various shops on sale inside Harbour City. I bought most of my pasalubong for my family from the Esprit outlet and Marks and Spencer. I also got a classic pair of black pumps from the Nine West boutique which offers 40% off. The pair of sandals I was eyeing from FCUK was not on sale. Zara's selection was not as varied as what we have in Shang or Rockwell. After our early New Year's Eve dinner at Arirang, we headed to Mothercare for some additional shopping for the kids.
We also made a stop at Gucci, which happens to be on sale. (Un)fortunately, I didn't find anything I like. Besides, I find the crowd inside the place so distasteful for a luxury boutique. The LV boutique always had a queue. I am too lazy to line-up just to get inside. No bag for now. I didn't want to spend so much on something I am not yearning to own.
Vic feels guilty that he spent so much on one item that he wanted me to get something substantial also. I made a mental note to drop by the shops along Canton road first thing the next day. I also wanted to visit H&M, but I had no idea where to look for it.
Since our room had a view of the harbor, we hoped to see part of the fireworks display at the turn of the year. The FIL and SIL's family crowded inside our room to see the display. Unfortunately, our view was blocked by several buildings. They ended up going somewhere else. I, on the other hand, watched the fireworks through their reflection in the neighboring buildings. Vic and Johann slept as the clock struck 12.
That was our last night in HK, I was up till 2am getting ready for our departure the next day.
That morning, after breakfast, Vic, Vic's dad, Johann and I went to Mongkok to get Vic his new toy. He has this sudden interest in photography so our current point-and-shoot camera would not suffice. He's been scouting for one with a good price back in Manila so he knows if HK offers a better price. He indeed got a better one from Broadway, complete with a memory stick, tripod and bag. With his craving for an SLR satisfied already, we are off to my hunt for great bargains.
Since it was only my second time in HK, I did not know where to go. Besides, the place where we can go to is limited to stroller-friendly areas. The shops in Mongkok were filled with items for winter so I didn't end up with a lot of pieces. I got several shirts from Bossini. Fortunately, there were various shops on sale inside Harbour City. I bought most of my pasalubong for my family from the Esprit outlet and Marks and Spencer. I also got a classic pair of black pumps from the Nine West boutique which offers 40% off. The pair of sandals I was eyeing from FCUK was not on sale. Zara's selection was not as varied as what we have in Shang or Rockwell. After our early New Year's Eve dinner at Arirang, we headed to Mothercare for some additional shopping for the kids.
We also made a stop at Gucci, which happens to be on sale. (Un)fortunately, I didn't find anything I like. Besides, I find the crowd inside the place so distasteful for a luxury boutique. The LV boutique always had a queue. I am too lazy to line-up just to get inside. No bag for now. I didn't want to spend so much on something I am not yearning to own.
Vic feels guilty that he spent so much on one item that he wanted me to get something substantial also. I made a mental note to drop by the shops along Canton road first thing the next day. I also wanted to visit H&M, but I had no idea where to look for it.
Since our room had a view of the harbor, we hoped to see part of the fireworks display at the turn of the year. The FIL and SIL's family crowded inside our room to see the display. Unfortunately, our view was blocked by several buildings. They ended up going somewhere else. I, on the other hand, watched the fireworks through their reflection in the neighboring buildings. Vic and Johann slept as the clock struck 12.
That was our last night in HK, I was up till 2am getting ready for our departure the next day.
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