Explore Hong Kong’s ‘secret’ shopping haunts, says ‘feng shui designer’ Thierry Chow
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Thierry Chow, Hong Kong’s acclaimed “feng shui designer” meanders her way along narrow streets, looking for interesting finds in the stalls and antique shops of Sheung Wan’s Upper Lascar Row – known by many people as Cat Street.
“Some say Cat Street is touristy, but if you know what to look for, it’s a good place to go on a treasure hunt,” says Chow, 33, instantly recognisable with her striking, avant-garde half-blonde-half-black-bob hairstyle.
“I think the beauty of Hong Kong is that it’s such a small city, but it has all kinds of secret places you can explore. Take your time and walk around, you'll always find something new.”
Chow, who spent her formative years in Canada, before returning to her home city a decade ago, says: “I have always loved shopping. When I was much younger, shopping was simply a way to fill a hole inside me – to feel happy.
“But it shifted as I grew up, especially spiritually: I didn’t need that [quick fix]. Instead I would look for something I would cherish for a long time.”
