Soho House, Istanbul

I have a confession. I went to the Hong Kong Rugby Sevens during a spell of what I?d to believe was temporary amnesia. I trooped to the Hong Kong Stadium at Causeway Bay ? despite my annual post-Sevens vow that I will NOT endure another year of the wheat-stenched South Stand (the stadium?s hooligan headquarters) madness, which includes urine-filled beer jugs flailing about, indecent exposure and a whole lot of drunken debauchery from expats and tourists alike.

Stylish and sophisticated textiles and decorative home items. Lope de Vega 330 Polanco, Miguel Hidalgo.

Remigio Mestas Revilla
The best selection of artisan clothing and rebozos from many different villages in Mexico.
Isabel La Catolica 30-7, Centro Historico

Common People Concept Store
Mega concept store carrying trendy European, American and Mexican products. There is also a restaurant that is nice for lunch.
Emilio Castelar 149, Miguel Hidalgo, Polanco

Carla Fernandez
The newest boutique from one of the most successful Mexican designers working with local artisans.
Alvaro Obregon 200 Col. Roma

Anatole 13
Cutting edge concept store that carries a variety of brands from Mexico, Europe and the States. There is also an organic market, cafe and bookstore.
Anatole France 13, Polanco

Goodbye Folk
Fun vintage store with a beauty salon in the back. Very kitschy but cool.
Colima 198, Cuauht?moc, Ciudad de M?xico, D.F., Mexico

MARKETS

La Lagunilla Market (Mercado de pulgas)
A little bit of everything - furniture, objects, bric-a-brac and clothing. This is a great market for those that love an adventure. Corner Ray?n and Allende, Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico. Open every Sunday only.

Plaza del ?ngel