Eastern luxury at Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

Eastern luxury at Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai What? If you’ve travelled long haul to Shanghai, Mandarin Oriental Pudong offers peaceful respite on the city’s eastern bank. Its stunning river view is only topped by its proximity to the city’s financial districts, if you’re in town for business, and Pudong’s numerous touristic sights. If you’re planning to stay put however, there’s always the delightful spa and sumptuous feasting in its fine dining restaurants. When? Open year round Where? 111 Pudong Road (S), Pudong, Shanghai 200120, China How? For more information, see www.mandarinoriental.com/shanghai Ten photos from Mandarin Oriental Pudong, Shanghai

Classic luxury at The Portman Ritz Carlton, Shanghai

Classic luxury at The Portman Ritz Carlton, Shanghai

ByQ X

Who? The Portman Ritz Carlton, Shanghai What? The Portman Ritz Carlton in Shanghai has been an instant classic since the day it opened decades ago. Situated in the heart of Puxi, it’s ideally located for visiting many of Shanghai’s best known tourist sites. Of course, it wouldn’t be Ritz Carlton without being sumptuously luxurious inside, which of course it is. But while it’s a bit of a legend in the city, and it continues to collect accolades in the likes of Condé Nast Traveler’s Best Of lists, it’s open to innovation too. Cue, their recently launched Most Handsome Brunch in town. Another instant classic, we think. When? Open year round…

Fashion pick: Venus French-lace dress from Lover

Fashion pick: Venus French-lace dress from Lover

ByLife in Luxury

Who? Lover What? We love the figure flattering form of this Venus French-lace dress from Lover, the Australian brand from design duo Susien Chong and Nic Briand. The cut is very reminiscent of 30s Shanghai qipao but with the addition of lace and a lifted front hem, it’s very much an updated look. Priced at £810. When? Available now Where? Available online from MatchesFashion.com How? Buy now from MatchesFashion.com