You might have heard of ‘Koala Diplomacy’ or ‘Panda Diplomacy’ but in Singapore, we have our own unique twist in the form of ‘Orchid Diplomacy’. Now, a new public figure, Michael Kors, has joined our list of celebrities and notable people who’ve been honoured with a namesake orchid.
American designer Michael Kors now join big names like the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, Barack Obama, Jane Goodall, Bae Yong Jun, Shah Rukh Khan, and Jackie Chan to name a few who have had an orchid named after them.
Held at the National Orchid Garden, the Dendrobium Michael Kors was unveiled to the fashion designer by Kirk Wagar, U.S. ambassador to Singapore, and Serene Tan, a member of the Singapore Tourism Board.
This is to commemorate Mr Kors’ trip to Singapore and the opening of his new Mandarin Gallery flagship store.
Largest flagship store in Southeast Asia
Kate Hudson, Jeanette Aw, Velda Tan, Arissa Cheo, and Nathan Hartono were some of the big names who graced the ribbon-cutting ceremony of the brand’s first free-standing location in the region.
Apart from offering watches, jewellery, eyewear and several of the brand’s fragrances, the ground floor of the shop will also feature a shoe salon. It will offer collections from Michael Kors and MICHAEL Michael kors footwear.
This will also be the first store in the region to offer a full selection of Michael Kors Men – located on the upper level.
With exclusive rooms, spacious layout, and almost the full range of products, this flagship store is set to be everyone’s favourite MK store.
Our ambassadors, Jessie and Vanessa, attended the flagship store’s opening party. Here’s what they had to say:
As Christmas approaches, it’ll be the perfect excuse for you to snag up that MK bag you’ve always been eyeing.
Celebrate the end of the year in style and be ready to shop till you drop.
Michael Kors Mandarin Gallery Flagship Store
Address: 391A Orchard Rd, Ngee Ann City, Singapore 238873
Phone: 6723 8038
Hours: 10AM – 9:30PM
All images by Getty Images for Michael Kors.
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