Uniqlo is the queen of basics. Solid color tank tops, short-sleeved t-shirts, long-sleeved…read moret-shirts, cardigans, hoodies, capris, jeans... Have I named every clothing item in existence yet? If you're looking for work wear, Uniqlo is the place to be. The main section of Uniqlo has every kind of clothing item possible and in every color possible. You can probably pick up the same v-neck t-shirt in about seven different colors here. Uniqlo specializes in basics, but they have a section where they partner with brands that you would think are pretty unimaginable in the clothing industry. They've partnered with Campbell - yes, the soup - before, and they had a series of t-shirts with different soup cans on them. Strange, but you'd be surprised that they're actually popular! The more common themes they've done are cartoons like Snoopy, Tom and Jerry and Mickey Mouse. Last year, they collaborated with UK furniture store Laura Ashley - while the patterns were nice, all the tops kind of looked like table cloth to me! I guess this is the section for the more quirky of the personalities - I don't know about you, but the idea of being a walking advertisement for Campbell soup is not for me. The quality of clothes at Uniqlo is good, but they wear out after a while. Uniqlo has a pretty big sleepwear section, stocking sets in cute and colorful prints. They feel really good too - the quality is kind of like velour. I've bought a couple of sets over the years and find that with repeated washes, the material hardens and results in little raised fur balls (for the Cantonese-speaking, the colloquial term is 'hei mo' or 起毛). I've bought cardigans here before and this didn't happen, and I can't speak for t-shirts because I don't own any from here. Perhaps it's just the velour-like material that causes this to happen over time? You'll be glad to know that Uniqlo is quite affordable - a typical t-shirt is $99, and a hoodie probably $199. The reason I don't buy from Uniqlo more often is because I find that their stuff is a little baggy and lacks cutting. Otherwise, Uniqlo is a great place to stock up on basics at an affordable price!

The flagship store with several levels of clothes for everyone. They often have specials on where…read moreyou get a discount for buying 2 items. Men be careful with the size as they are non standard. Try them on first as although I wear medium to large most tmes, it was XL at Uniqlo. There is a good selection of kids and women clothes as well. Nice place to shop.

Aalis Watch out!…read more Aalis has expanded. The new location in Central has been open for three months and the first store In Causeway Bay, which has been open for about 4 years, is still going strong. This is a one of a kind clothing shop. There was a pair of pants hanging on a rack that drew me into the store. They are a pattern of green, yellow, orange and white, high waisted, light and airy. The kind of remind me of throwback bellbottoms from the '70s. I've sworn I've seen my mom wearing a pair of these in an old black and white photo. The colorful fabric and lack of bell, give these pants a modern twist. They also carry a variety of tops which include statement setters and basics. I really like the use of asymmetrical lines in the clothing. It's just enough to say, "I'm cute, but not your plain old shirt." There are so many items in this store that make you think about great fashion used to be. One of my favorite things about this store is that they carry Nobeing jewelry. This jewelry is unique, bright and will make people turn their heads. Their use of metal and beading creates bold pieces that can be worn with both casual or elegant wear. When your feeling in the mood for something throwback, but cheeky, check out Aalis for some unique gear that pays honor to the good 'ol days.

Yes their style is a bit more unique compare what you see in normal apparel shops, but the services…read moreand sales attitude are bad. They will only treat you better if think you are a good customer (from their eyes) and no customer oriented mind at all. I have my first time pre order experience at this shop recently, at the end my order can only be arrived 1 month later that I need to change another on stock items as I will be out of town for a long time. Only one fitting at cwb shop, there is another customer in store that time. The shop manager ask me go to their small stock room to try the clothes which do not have a door, even not able to turn your body at the narrow aisle! As they think I come for trouble, that's their mistake of holding my order much longer than plan without any follow up call until I ask. As I won't able to pickup the item if they can't ready at the committed time. Seriously , that's crazy but I didn't blame her, still acting polite. I told myself I won't buy this shop anymore. Will also tell my friends not to. Their price is not expensive (around $1k per piece) with a bit difference on style , but cutting is not nice actually. You will know what I mean if look for those better cutting items.

I only give this place a 4 because I have not had an opportunity to wear many of my purchases and…read morelaunder them to know how the quality will stand up over some time. But I love COS and love that I discovered this store. I am not a fashionista, but I do love well made clothes that look taylored and yet have room to function and move. I always read care labels before a purchase and I do shy away from merino wool because it can pull and not wash well if not extremely well made. COS does have many pieces made of merino wool, so I kind of looked past these items. The clothes might use a lesser quality fabric on many pieces, but the cut and tayloring is current and comparable to items you would find in any high end retailer. The clothes, brand and price point kind of make me think of this brand as higher end than an H&M, less quality and cheaper price than Saks Fifth Avenue brands, equal in cut, structure and function as Marimekko and other equaivalent cut, high-end clothing lines in many ways and very current in the realm of what is happening in fashion. Simple lines, simple colors, modern. For business or casual, COS offers classic pieces I hope to have in my wardrobe for some time. COS is out of England. As stated on their website: "COS is a fashion brand for women and men who want modern, functional, considered design. Offering reinvented classics and wardrobe essentials, we create pieces that are made to last beyond the season. Traditional methods and new techniques merge to form timeless, understated collections. Since launching in 2007, we have opened stores worldwide in carefully considered locations, applying an architectural design concept that preserves buildings' original features whilst creating a modern, welcoming space." The store itself is a two story structure. Lots of staff if you needed assistance and pretty open space to browse around. Men's clothes are on the second floor. Store seems well organized. There are some comfortable seats throughout if you had a spouse who needed to park it while you look around.

Before departing for Hong Kong I thought to search and see if the city had a COS (H&M's high end…read morecousin) and to my surprise and delight, they had not one but two locations! COS (Collection Of Style) was a wardrobe staple of mine when I lived in London. (COS hasn't yet made it to the USA.) As a regular COS shopper I knew the sizing of the clothes here is often variable (in some items I'm an XS, others I'm a M) so I took armloads into the dressing room. I think this is a good strategy in almost any shop (if you're going to go through the hassle to take your clothes off to try on one item, you might as well try on six, right?) but even moreso here. Think you're a medium? Take a small and a large in with you too! This COS shop is on the medium-large side, with two stories and women's, men's and children's offerings. I tried on heaps of clothing and ended up going home with a fun grey jumper whose sleeves you can turn up to reveal a bright blue inside lining, an oversized sweatshirt dress and a cashmere hat. COS is definitely worth a look if you want to inject some Scandinavian cool into your closet.

Lane Crawford is Hong Kong's oldest luxury department store. Since then it has reinvented itself…read moreto be the pinnacle of luxury with an edge, on par with hip North American counterparts such as Barneys and Holt Renfrew (actually one of Holt's senior personnels hail from Lane Crawford) One can find the hippest and most luxurious fashion and lifestyle brands there. Specifically the Times Square location has an impressive cosmetics area, supplemented by its ever posh cousin Joyce Beauty. Bottomline: the linens department boasts the best sheets and room scents in the universe, and my aforementioned cosmetics department.

Once one of my favourite stores, now not so much. Lane Crawford stores seem to be sliding downhill…read moreof late rather quickly. The selection is becoming more main stream and less original and the gift section which I use to love is almost non-existent. I still pop in hoping to a return to the old standard but I notice now when I pop out I am not carrying any bags of goodies. Just not the shopping pleasure it once was. The location is Pacific Place Mall, gone.

I highly recommend this store for their great selection of men's wear. The dress shirts and jackets…read moreare a must see. Women's clothes are sold here as well but the guys seem to have a better selection. D&G is conveniently located near the other high end designer stores. Customer service was friendly and timed perfectly for each guest. I was never left unattended. I wish the store had a black Friday sale or something. The prices are VERY expensive and not always worth paying for. I have no problem spending $$$$ but sometimes it is not worth it. I will visit this store again before heading back to the states.

Well-made, stylish clothes at reasonable prices. Zara is one of the biggest department stores in…read morethe world, and covers a lot of trends in a wearable way. You're not going to be a fashion victim here, which is a special concern for this male. As with all clothing, you have to know your body and many of the items here are made for extremely thin torsoes, so you'll need to try things on first.

I like GAP for their Jeans. Gap is more of a store for…read morecasual clothing. They have good basic pieces that you can layer on, and when there are sales, you can definitely get a good deal. GAP is an "American Size" store, so most of the time, the dresses don't exactly fit well. It's rare that they do, for me at least. But I do love their shorts for the summer and their long sleeve basics. This is a smaller store than the location in Central. I also like that they have a return policy, which is nice since stores in HK don't believe in the return policy. =P