Your weekly lifestyle round-up

The best in fashion, arts, wellness and beauty – this is your weekly lifestyle round-up. By Ifat Hindes

One of the things I love most about life in Asia is that there's always a vibe for everyone. But right now, what’s really tugging at me are those quiet windows of time to slow down. When the city’s buzz gets a little too loud, I gravitate toward spaces and stories that feel grounded - moments you can actually feel, things that are honest and real. This week is a celebration of that 'slow magic' happening across our region. Here's my round-up this week.

Fashion

Giordano has reopened its Hong Kong flagship store on Queen's Road

• GL: The Giordano Ladies rebrand of its Queen’s Road Central flagship store is a restorative refresh for the wardrobe. This three-story sanctuary, draped in coral and ivory, is designed for genuine 'me-time'. I’m particularly drawn to the Linen Collection - breathable 100% linen and artisanal crochet that offer an effortless, grounded elegance. The space itself is a 5,800 sqft architectural study in flow, featuring curved walls and expanded rest areas that invite you to pause and reconnect with your personal style amidst the city rush.

• TUMI: With summer travel on the horizon, TUMI’s Spring 2026 'Mediterranean Escape' collection is the perfect blend of high-performance utility and seaside soul. Reimagined in a palette of Sunlit Yellow, Terracotta, and Lush Thyme, these pieces feel like a sunset over the Amalfi Coast. For the traveller with a sense of adventure, the Milos Woven Tote (HK$4,500) or the vibrant 19 Degree Expandable Carry-On ($6,800) offer a sophisticated refresh. Whether you're heading off on a global voyage or simply need a versatile 'just-in-case' tote for daily errands, these designs make the perfect travelling companion. TUMI outlets are located across Hong Kong and Singapore.

  
  
  
  

Wellness

Enjoy a quiet bite at the suave Café Dior by Anne-Sophie Pic

• PALACE HOTEL TOKYO: A collaboration with Dior celebrates the stunning new Bamboo Pavilion in Daikanyama. This full-immersion experience bridges Japanese hospitality with French chic. The stay package at Palace Hotel Tokyo includes a private guided tour of the bamboo-inspired concept store and an exclusive meal at Café Dior by Anne-Sophie Pic, the world’s most Michelin-starred female chef. From Dior-inspired floral arrangements in-room to 'Miss Dior' cocktails overlooking the Imperial Palace gardens, this is a sophisticated study in how hospitality can act as a vessel for fashion.

• AMAN CHINA: Aman has curated some truly poetic seasonal escapes across its mainland sanctuaries. At Amanyangyun in Shanghai, the Floral Boat Afternoon Tea offers a moment of stillness as you drift across a lake in a wooden boat adorned with blooms. Meanwhile, Amanfayun in Hangzhou invites you into the rhythm of the Longjing tea harvest with private picking sessions and tea-infused spa baths. I especially love the mindful touch for families - Aman has partnered with AVDAR to provide handmade wooden toys in guestrooms, allowing parents to embrace the 'slow' side of China while the little ones play.

Lifestyle

Super sounds from Devialet and Isack Hadjar

• DEVIALET: The pairing of this French acoustic specialist with F1 rising star Isack Hadjar as global brand ambassador packs a powerful punch - I like to think feeling the force of good quality sound is much like the G-force of a race track. Whether you're eyeing the Phantom speakers for a home sanctuary or the Gemini II earbuds for a mindful commute, the technology is precision-engineered to transport every high note and deep bassline to its rawest, most visceral form. Available from Harbour City.

  
  

• EARTH MONTH SINGAPORE: Sustainability is brought to life this season in the Lion City with Eco Fashion Weekend (April 24 to 26), celebrating ethical labels through panel discussions and runway showcases. Meanwhile, head to the high-energy Earthopia Fest (May 29 to 31) event for a weekend of music, art, and community action. These events are a beautiful way to demonstrate that being 'green' is a joyful, creative act of showing up for the planet in style.

Arts & Events

Smash hit movie The Devil Wears Prada II hits screens this week

• HIGH FASHION HITS PACIFIC PLACE: Channel your inner editor at Pacific Place as the mall transforms into the cinematic world of The Devil Wears Prada 2 from now until May 17. The immersive experience invites families to step onto the runway and features a dramatic pair of two-metre-tall red heels in the atrium. There's a recreation of Miranda Priestly’s power desk and don’t miss the Runway Lift Photo Booth, where a $300 spend unlocks the chance to grace your own magazine cover. It’s a chic, interactive outing perfect for a stylish New York moment right in the heart of Hong Kong - complete with shopping rewards for BOC cardholders.

  
  

• PHOTOFAIRS SHANGHAI: If you find yourself in Shanghai next month, check out Asia Pacific's leading photography fair returning to the Shanghai Exhibition Centre from May 7 to 10. This is the ultimate spot to discover technology and lens-based art and the event showcases everything from modern masters to experimental digital works. Backed by the team behind Art Basel HK, Photofairs Shanghai is a world-class curation that encourages a personal connection with visual culture and offers a vibrant mix of public programmess and satellite shows that take over the city.

• THE THREE MUSKETEERS: Directed by Tang Shu Wing, this Hong Kong Academy for Performing Arts production (May 2 & 3) is a brilliant east-meets-west mashup. By drawing parallels between the Musketeers and the heroes of the Chinese classic Water Margin, the show uses a traditional storyteller to bridge two worlds. This version reframes the female voices of Milady and Queen Anne as the real protagonists, proving that bravery and complex storytelling are never frivolous. It's a fast-paced, multidisciplinary hit featuring live music and film - perfect for a cultural family afternoon.

Health & Beauty

Take skincare back to basics with Romi Beauty

• ROMI BEAUTY: Singapore’s skin-first cult favourite has landed at Sephora HK. Founded by style icons Yoyo Cao, Arissa Cheo, and Lin Ting, the brand focuses on multitasking essentials that work as hard as you do. The Dream Skin Tint is a lovely way to rediscover that 'eight hours of sleep' glow, while the 4-in-1 Lip Treat Oil and Skin Oasis Serum Mist are designed to simplify your routine without sacrificing results. Everything is clean and cruelty-free, making it a perfect match for minimalist vanity.

  
  

• FIRST AID BEAUTY: When humidity plays havoc with sensitive skin, I look for the basics. The new Gentle Cream-To-Foam Cleanser is a quiet meditation for the face - pH-balanced and packed with colloidal oatmeal to calm the skin. Pair it with the iconic Ultra Repair Cream, (clinically proven to provide a 5X hydration boost) for a grounded, fragrance-free approach to daily skincare that's gentle enough for the whole family. Available from Sephora HK.

  
  

Ifat Hindes is Lifestyle Editor at Asia Family Traveller. If you have an event or launch, she can be contacted at ifat@asiafamilytraveller.com.