Showing posts with label Party Of The Century. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Party Of The Century. Show all posts

Tuesday, January 27, 2015

The Party of the Century, Empire City

On 23rd January 2015, the upcoming Empire City's interior (which is now under construction) was transformed into a magical and nostalgic 1920s theme for that very special night. All because of this 'The Party of the Century' where it lights up the entire construction building into one of the glamorous and posh party in town. If you were there that night, I'm sure that you will be amazed by its transformation. Imagine you are one of the first ones to step inside a halfway constructed building for a party? I think they are one of the pioneer to do this and the entire party was very well done.

The Party of the Century was a closed event and I'm very lucky to be invited to be part of it. Thanks my dear friend Sidney Kan for the invites. I was there with pig (was great that he's off that day :) and it's his first time attending such as glamorous party too).

The party's theme was 1920s and both of us went around searching for the right outfit. If you would like to know more about where you can search for 1920s theme outfit in Klang Valley, so read my previous post on #OOTD for Party of the Century. There might be other places that sell clothes suitable for the theme too but those shops are the one that we managed to visit. I got my shinning gold dress from Lady S Boutique in SS2 and it comes with the necklace, earrings, high heels and the clutch. Hairdo was done by Shaun from Number 76, Bangsar 2 outlet while makeup was by Cindy; a professional makeup artist. As for my pig, he loan his awesome tuxedo from Shinygown in Sunway Giza. It comes with the bow tie, a metal string and a black vest. I really love his tuxedo where the back part of the tuxedo is longer than the front part just ike those you see in the movie.

We were glad as we stay about 3 minutes away from Empire City and reached there just in time for the party. The carpark is huge that there's buggy fetching us from the carpark to the party's entrance. And this is a good sign as this shows that there will be enough parking for all the visitors when the mall opens. But probably they need lots of exits to the carpark for easy access. And there's a lot of guards who are very helpful showing the way all around the carpark. Yes, they can speak English and one even speak Cantonese to me :)

Once we reached the waiting area (where you need to register yourself), we were amazed by how this area was transformed to fit the theme. The entire area was covered with black,gold and white decorative items such as the balloons floating around, great paintings on the wall and the lighting too. And it's air-conditioned inside, not hot at all.

Beautifully decorated walkway.

One of the paintings on the wall


Notice pig's special 1920s tuxedo?

Lovely welcome note.

Wish I can bring the balloons home :)

Our OOTD of the night!

After we registered ourselves, some of the crew was very helpful to ask us whether we already had our photograph taken at the photo area. It was a good initiative I think as most of the media event which I had attended did not have crews (like more than 10 of them) ushering/inviting guests to take picture at the photobooth. Normally, you just see a physical booth at events but there's no crews walking around inviting people to take photographs at the booth. When we told a "No" to the crew, he immediately told us that we can have our photograph taken with the vintage car and it will be printed for us. And best part, he lead us all the way from the registration table to the vintage car area and make sure that we were in our queue :) Love his service!

Took this with our phone :)

One of the displays at that area.


We were very lucky to be able to enter the VVIP area and made our way to the red carpet entrance where all the invited celebrities were there. There were many sports car there too :)

The red carpet!

The Empire City is directly opposite these buildings

Soon, the party was ready to start and after the emcee's quick opening; 2AM was the first to perform. They rocks the party with their lovely voices. It's like you are at 2AM's concert!

2AM performing at The Party of the Century



There was some opening speech (forgot the name of the speaker though) before continuing other great performances. One of the speaker (I think it's the director/boss) of Empire Group and I love his speech, it was great and powerful to give an impact on us. I remembered he mentioned "...I would want to work with all of you again in my next life" and "... I won't be here without all of you".. ( correct me if I'm wrong but these are some of the lines I remembered). I remembered these lines till now, he makes us feel as if we are all part of the group and working towards the goal of Empire Group. It was a great speech.



A toss for Empire's great future.

And Empire City was launched!









And then the performances showcased another element of Empire City through the drumming performance. And there's special effects too with a dragon flying across the ceiling.




And there was acrobats too and the girl was playing violin while hanging on the cloth and at the same time performing/hanging in the sky. It was an eye opener to me. I've seen these dance when I visited Club Med resorts but to play violin up there; it's my first time seeing this.



Then, two of the world's fastest painters performs by painting their painting on stage. This is to showcase the "art" element represented in Empire City.




And next was the performance which everyone were waiting for; it's Paris Hilton on the stage! Oh, it's not like you can see her right with your own eye right. It was great experience to me. She was really beautiful :)

Paris Hilton at Party of the Century



She was on stage for like 20 minutes? There's some dancer dancing around while she tuned up the music.





And Taboo went on stage too! It's like I'm in a concert but watching different artists performed. Normally, if you go to a 2AM concert, you see only them right but here, you see various artists performed.





And I would say that this party was done pretty well with great hospitality. We were served delicious finger food prepared by students from Berjaya Hospitality and some pastry are from Tous les Jours! There were various beverages from different variety of soft drinks to Asahi beer as well as high quality champagne, brandy, etc. They were very generous with their selection of food and drinks and food were refilled very quickly that the trays were never empty. Best part, all guests regardless of VIPs or not; get to enjoy the food and there's some bar top table and comfortable sofas for you to sit down too. It would be great if there's more sofas :)

Here's some of the finger food served, there were more options that what is shown here...






And I got to meet one of the favorite artist; Him Law too! Too bad that I didn't get to snap a photograph with him :(

There were some other artists singing too but didn't managed to snap their pic :P And Mark Vincent did touch the audience with his voice. The night ended with DJ Ken performing on stage.




It was a great party! The area which the guests was standing below the stage is actually the Olympic size ice-skating ring in the mall. What a great idea to held a posh and glamorous party in a construction building. It also proves that their building is very safe since you can put your step in already.

And since I've already read the news that there will be 12 new shopping malls coming up in Klang Valley this year (with Empire City being one if it), Empire City definitely makes it self stands out from the rest with this clear and loud launching party. A great move to make its brand stands out in consumer's mind.

There will be hotels, residences, office towers coming up in Empire City and I can't wait to visit the mall when it opens soon (since it's so near to my home) !



About Empire City

Empire City is an integrated lifestyle commercial development within a vibrant, artfully stylised world. Here the past meets the future as old architectural styles are combined with modern architectural designs to create a unique world.

This self-contained city that never sleeps is the ultimate spot for meeting, dining, shopping and relaxing. Encompassing thematic malls, retail shops, the 5 Star Marriot International Hotel, the 5+ Star Autograph International Boutique Hotel, serviced office suites and SOHO offices as well as studio suites. Empire City is fashionably convenient for residential, commercial, entertainment and leisure activities. It is the city for lifestyle and entertainment.

In terms of its retail offering, the vibrant Empire City development boasts a two million net lettable area and over four levels with hundreds of stores to choose from. Its distinctive cutting-edge architecture accords the mall an international feel, while attractions such as an Olympic size ice skating rink and exclusive 4DX cinema, as well as a luxury courtyard, are bound to keep visitors impressed. Empire City is the epitome of style.



Tuesday, January 20, 2015

#OOTD search for Party of the Centry by Empire City

It Tuesday already! And there's only 66 hours left before the party begins.

Have you found your dream #ootd yet? It's the glamorous 1920s theme aka The Great Gatsby theme.

I have done some homework online over the weekend; researching what do they wear during that period. There's lots of text describing the clothes/style/design/etc. Here's my conclusion (based on personal opinion) on what's this Gatsby theme about.



1. Flapper dress  

Here's some interesting story about it:
According to the history, highly fashionable clothes was only for the high-income group during olden days. With the creation of flapper dress, the lower income group was able to have one for themselves as it's more easy to construct this piece compare to the earlier fashion. Therefore, women was able to sew one for themselves and it became an attainable fashion for all.

In short, it's a comfortable dress worn by the many and some called it the shapeless shift dress. This dress does not have a fix length on whether it's a short, knee length or a long dress. Because this flapper dress has gone through an evolution by itself as time goes. You can read more about it here.



2. Beads and pearls
When you hit the search button on Google for "Flapper dress" images, you'll see there's something in common on those dresses. Small and very detailed beads or sometimes pearls hanging on the dresses forming some designs or repeated patterns.

Source: Arcadiagroup

Do look for something with lots of sparkly beads and pearls for the vintage feel.



3. Sequins
Beside the small and beads all around your dress, sequins was very popular during the days too. I think having all the very elaborated beading on the entire dress is quite heavy to wear and uncomfortable especially when you have sharp and tiny beads poking on the cloth and then your skin. Sequin is another option too and it does look classy and glittery making you like the 1920s star :P

Source: Polyvore.com



4. Fringes 
Not your hair fringe, it's the fringe on your dress!
I love touching the fringe on the clothes when I was young because it feels like you're touching a ponytail :P

Source: Bluevelvetvintage.com



5. Fur/Satin/feathers/etc
You can also have some fur elements to balance the sharp and heavy beading or other detail elements on your dress. 

Source: Sanexoo
The combination is lovely. You look elegant with the beading while the satin makes the gown looks so comfortable.

Source: Popsugar
From the movie Great Gatsby, the signature fur wrapped around Daisy's neck makes her look so cute :P



6. Pay attention to the details
Let's cut it short. A comfortable dress with a loose bottom and top with detailed beads/pearls/sequins/diamonds/gem stone/etc giving the shine on your dress. For the dessert, end it with fur/feathers/fringes/satin bows/etc. Besides that, dress made of light pastel chiffon or velvet does fall into this theme too. Do visit Vintage Dancer for more info.



To search for the #ootd of the party, I think I have break my own record for the highest number of boutique shops visited in a day. I'm someone who does not put shopping for clothes as my top priority and my weekly or monthly shopping list will not have "clothing shop" on the list. With the help of Google, I've searched for some shops that I could visit and take a look on the choice of #ootd that I could have. After visited the shops on the list, I've finalized some shops where you can find the #ootd for the Party of the Century.
 
1. Miss Selfridge
Went and checked out Miss Selfridge at 1Utama; nearest outlet from my place. There's flapper dress with very detailed beading all over the dress; just like the one you see on the Google images search with you hit for "Flapper dress". Yes, exactly the same vintage flapper dress with beads forming patterns all over. There's a few designs available and here's a great news; a few of it is on the SALE section :) Hurry up and grab it. If you're not into beads, there's dress or clothes full of shinning sequins! And some of it are available under the SALE sign too.


2. Rent A Dress KL (RAD)

There's plenty of designer made dresses available for rent at RAD. You can wear those gorgeous + expensive dresses at only a fraction of the retails price. There's also dresses with very detailed beading, ostrich fur, flapper dress with unique beading design as well as simple and elegant dress with some beads if you prefer not to have too many shinning elements on your dress. Do make an appointment with RAD today.

Bonus: Do mention my name "Pui San" when you rent your #ootd for the party at Rent A Dress and you will receive a surprise token of appreciation.


3. Belles & Tuxes 


Guys, have you found your #ootd for the party yet? If not, you can rent a tuxedo at Belles & Tuxes located in Sunway Giza. It comes with your bow tie and bottom as a set when you rent. They have plenty of designs to choose from! For girls, yes they do have some gowns for rent but the design is quite limited for the Gatsby theme.


4. Shinygown

Located in Sunway Giza above KK Mart, you can rent your tuxedo at affordable price! It comes with bow tie and bottom too. And plenty of sizes are available for renting; take a deep breath and you can find the sizes you need here as if you can't fit, they can alter it for you in a day or two. For the ladies, there's plenty of gowns for you to choose from (for renting :) ) and the boutique owner can advise the type or style of dresses suitable for you. Very professional indeed because the owner is a very skillful wedding gown designer. You'll be surprised by the amazing treasure found here! Visit Shinygown today.


5. Lady S

Located in SS2, this is a boutique which offers a variety of very interesting and sweet colours of evening gown for rental. The designs are quite modern with pastel colours but they do have designs which are suitable for the Gatsby theme. Plenty of dresses with sequins and beading. No worries if the dresses are too long or too small because they can alter for you and ready in two days. If you have not found your matching shoes, handbags/clutch, earrings and necklace, here's a good news for you; you can rent all these (shoes, clutch and accessories) at only an additional of RM10 provided you rent the dress from them. A good deal !
Lady S is located on Jalan SS2/66; one of the shops opposite the famous Meng Kee Wan Tan Mee in SS2.


6. Lovisa

Looking for accessories and head gear to match the 1920s theme? Head to Lovisa today! There's plenty of accessories in different design and colours which match the theme. The headgear is an important piece for this theme and you can find it here at Lovisa too. The best part? Lovisa is having sale and I saw some of the Gatsby theme headgear and accessories are on the SALE shelves.
p.s. love the pearls and diamonds head gear found at the Paradigm outlet :)


Wait no more and hunt for your #ootd for the Party of the Century today.

The Party of the Century is held at the Empire City and guests will be the first ones to view a fully completed area within the Empire City.

Source: Empire City
 About Empire City
Empire City is an integrated lifestyle commercial development within a vibrant, artfully stylised world. Here the past meets the future as old architectural styles are combined with modern architectural designs to create a unique world.

This self-contained city that never sleeps is the ultimate spot for meeting, dining, shopping and relaxing. Encompassing thematic malls, retail shops, the 5 Star Marriot International Hotel, the 5+ Star Autograph International Boutique Hotel, serviced office suites and SOHO offices as well as studio suites. Empire City is fashionably convenient for residential, commercial, entertainment and leisure activities. It is the city for lifestyle and entertainment.

In terms of its retail offering, the vibrant Empire City development boasts a two million net lettable area and over four levels with hundreds of stores to choose from. Its distinctive cutting-edge architecture accords the mall an international feel, while attractions such as an Olympic size ice skating rink and exclusive 4DX cinema, as well as a luxury courtyard, are bound to keep visitors impressed. Empire City is the epitome of style.

To know more about Empire City and its amazing Party of the Century, visit Empire City or Party of the Century site. Do remember to follow Party of the Century FB and its Instagram page for daily updates on the party. 

Saturday, January 17, 2015

[Upcoming] The Party Of The Century at Empire City, Kuala Lumpur


Have you heard about news that famous socialite/actress/singer Paris Hilton is coming to Malaysia?
It's true! She will be in Kuala Lumpur to attend the most glamorous party in town - in Petaling Jaya :)

If you have no idea what I'm talking about, scroll down to know more about this glamorous party happening exactly 6 days from today.


I'm sure some of you have seen this picture below being shared out on social media and everyone was "wow" with it. 

The Party of the Century; organized by the Empire City is bound to take place on its prestigious ground this coming Friday (23 January 2015) at 7pm. 


The Empire City is the upcoming entertainment and lifestyle hub in Damansara or even Petaling Jaya. If you are going from Kelana Jaya heading towards Kepong on the LDP highway, The Empire City is on your right hand side while PJ Trade Centre (or Empire Damansara sounds more familiar - boat noodle anyone?) is on your left hand side. It is the area under construction on your right side.


This party is a closed-door event and will be attended by invited VIPs from all around the world. Yes, VIPs from all around the world !; or else how can it be called the party of the century or "the once in a lifetime party" right? Who's these special VIPs who will come and rock the party?


Source: PopSugar
You might have heard about the news (if you have not, read here)! Paris Hilton will be performing at this party. Yes, you'll be able to meet her in person at the party. It's not like you can meet Paris Hilton any other day.



Source: The Korea Times
Dear K-Pop fans, 2AM will be performing at this party too! You'll get to meet them at the party and it sounds better than attending a concert with all other fans squeezing beside you :)



Source: Party of the Century
Next, we have Taboo, one of the member of hip-hop group Black Eyed Peas at the party :)
Guess what song he'll be performing that night?


Source: Party of the Century
Watched Australia's Got Talent show? The winner of 2009's Australia Got Talent; Mark Vincent is one of the VIPs! Watching him singing on your television screen during the show? Watch him singing right in front of you instead :P


Source: Party of the Century
From Malaysia; DJ Ken, one of the top DJ's at Zouk Club will rock the party that night! We can party all night long!


Have you being "wow-ed" enough by the invited VIPs list? We have artists from United States, Korea, Australia, ...... and the list continues...

Alright, from Hong Kong, we have Him Law attending the party! The guest whom I wanted to meet the most. hehe. Besides Him, other artists such as Eliza Sam and Sharon Chan will be there too! This is definitely the party of the century to me.

Source: PopularAsians.com

With the theme of the Glamorous 1920s, the atmosphere of the party is lined up with top-notch international performances and sensational surprises set on a world-class city. It's the party that you'll remembered for time to come.




Thanks Empire City for organizing this party and special thanks to Sidney Kan from Big Boys Oven for the invites.

Do follow The Party of the Century's FB page to know more about the party!