Property360Digest e-magazine Issue # 7 - 2020
The Starhill , located in the heart of Kuala Lumpur ’ s most famous shopping belt Bukit Bintang , is rolling out the red carpet to fans of top global brands from Europe and around the world come Q1 2021 , when it opens its doors with a slew of Malaysia ’ s first-ever exclusive flagship stores and new-to-market concepts and experiences . Previously known as Starhill Gallery , this iconic shopping destination for tourists and locals alike first announced its transformation plans and new identity as The Starhill in October last year .
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Amidst the current challenging times for the retail industry , we are delighted to share exciting news today after keeping things under wraps since The Starhill started renovation works a year ago . We will be welcoming a number of top global brands to complement the brands that our patrons have come to love in The Starhill over the years .
Tenants will showcase refreshed new concepts in order to offer both our loyal clientele and new shoppers a whole new experience in our Home of the Tastemakers . Our transformed boutique mall presents four floors of premium retail environment , designed to defy the ever-prevalent cookie cutter mall trend and to offer every visitor more meaning , authenticity and connection .
This new incarnation of The Starhill is a crucial undertaking that strengthens our position at the forefront of the fast-changing and fluid retail landscape ,” said Mr Joseph Yeoh , Vice President of YTL Land & Development Bhd .
“ Although we were faced with some unexpected circumstances due to the implementation of the Movement Control Order ( MCO ) to curb the pandemic spread , we are thankful that our renovation timeline caught up with delays and has remained on track . The Starhill is set to welcome patrons in early 2021 ,” he added .
New luxury brands with exclusive flagship stores in Malaysia that are opening on the Ground Floor of The Starhill include Balmain from France , Patek Philippe from Switzerland , Philipp Plein from Switzerland and Tom Ford from the USA – with the new flagship store featuring their pret-a-porter collection including master tailoring and much soughtafter beauty products .
Paul & Shark and Stefano Ricci , both luxury menswear brands from Italy , will be amongst other new brands with first-ever flagship stores in Malaysia , soon to open its doors on the Upper Ground Floor of The Starhill .
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