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A treasure chest...
Feb 05, 2011,22:48 PM
Museum may not be the right word, strictly speaking it is not the right word.
Keep in mind, may powerful rulers and powerful families have had deep passions for collecting art and other objects of vertu. The larger versions of these collections and the pieces contained within them are all worthy to be considered mini-museums.
In the present, tourists go through castles of ancient rulers not only to admire the actual castle/palace itself but to admire the interior decor, furniture, and beautiful objects these rulers amassed and collected. However, as tourists, we also forget that there are private individuals and corporations that have also amassed great collections of art, watches, wine, automobiles, etc.
This store to me, really represents more of a collection of unique objects, by individuals of very eclectic and diverse tastes. The African masks, for example are truly exquisite; the other interesting objects in the store really represent a unique collage of the finest and prized works of skilled artisans. Some of the pieces I imagine are on loan (perhaps from vendors' collections), others are probably owned by the corporation and executives within the corporation. Altogether, combined, it is really quite sensual and unique.
Very much hoping to see this store in person sometime! The new store Malmaison is truly a malmaison.
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A quick tour of the just opened Malmaison luxury emporium in Singapore
By: SJX : February 5th, 2011-05:31
Malmaison just threw open its red doors and I was lucky enough to get a tour. Situated on a prime site in Knightsbridge mall along Orchard Road, it is the first "luxury emporium" in Singapore. Run by one of S. E. Asia's largest watch retailers, The Hour G...
There is plenty of that
By: SJX : February 5th, 2011-08:32
you need to visit the store to see it. And I am sure Pierre Corthay can make a pair of bespoke shoes in red set with bling bling. - SJX
sumptuous!
By: playtime : February 5th, 2011-08:41
The epitome of luxury...
By: patrick_y : February 5th, 2011-22:04
Wow! Despite all my travels to many of the world's most premiere shopping destinations, I've never seen such a store with so much character and uniqueness. I guess no such store has ever been opened because it is so unlikely that such a store can be profi...
A museum
By: SJX : February 5th, 2011-22:27
That is an apt description. It is not specifically a museum, but interesting enough to be worth a trip to see. - SJX
A treasure chest...
By: patrick_y : February 5th, 2011-22:48
Museum may not be the right word, strictly speaking it is not the right word. Keep in mind, may powerful rulers and powerful families have had deep passions for collecting art and other objects of vertu. The larger versions of these collections and the pi...
An eclectic environment ...
By: fernando : February 5th, 2011-22:22
that caresses the senses and hopefully sets the mood for customers to loosen the purse strings. The vintage Rolex diplay will be torture for some. Thanks for the tour SJX. fernando
lest on and all forget...a short dose of history
By: Hororgasm : February 5th, 2011-23:13
Malmaison was built with the spoils of Napoleans Egpytian adventures, and was lavish even in this days.it was also Empress Josephhine home maintained with a Fr5m divorce stipend from the State. Anyway, its a spectacular place, the shop I mean. Very origin...
What an intriguing store!
By: dxboon : February 6th, 2011-00:28
I like that the layout is reminiscent of a house with many different rooms. I wonder if Nicolas knows they've stolen his shoes and are selling them? "Satan" shoes? Hysterical! LOL! Thanks for the report and pictures! Cheers, Daos
Very interesting...
By: Wees : February 6th, 2011-01:05
Thanks SJX. This looks very interesting and I'm looking forward to having a gander. I guess with a name like Malmaison it was always going to be more continental in flavour. Certainly Singapore has plenty already from the Empire, so there is something to ...
Just been there today during lunch and had a personalized tour too.
By: patrickmaniac : February 8th, 2011-21:36
The lady who attended to me was probably new and had some trouble with English. Lucikily my mandarin works with her and I had a pleasant experience. Understand from her that the store is not yet fully complete and the owners brought in their own collectio...
haha ok
By: xsw : February 10th, 2011-03:12
the place so atas.. haha next week then i go inside kia kia
Visited today and bought a
By: mell0822 : February 13th, 2011-03:38
Frederic Melle perfume for my wife as Valentine gift. Served by its very efficient Client Relationship Manager and a young male sales staff. The visit was just over an hour. Highly recommended.