Tucked in a corner of Bugis, Haji lane is must to visit if you enjoy avant – garde shopping and cafe hopping. The area is bursting with strokes of artistic inspirations, old school shops and quirky cafes and bars. Bonus Tip : This street are close to cars every Fridays and Saturdays, 8.30pm – 2am, Sundays, 2pm – 2am. It is the best time to shop and hang around during this period without worrying about ongoing traffic! Location: 37 Haji Lane Singapore 189230 Operating Hours: 1000-2000hrs Daily As the name of the shop suggest, Shop Wonderland looks like a place that comes out from a fairy tale. The shop plus retail space is well known for its 3 Inch Sin’s lava cake and wide selection of pastries, each of them instagram worthy. The second level is as beautiful as the first and is transformed into a retail space. There you will find pretty bowls, cushions, notebooks, quotes within photo frames, and other exquisite ornaments on sale. There is also a workshop area designated for floral arrangement and other art classes. Location: 24 Bali Lane Singapore 189860 Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 11am-10pm; Sat 11am-7pm Looking for a nice hair cut or getting a new ink? Then it is a good time to visit Hounds of Baskervilles. The place has polished Victorian aesthetic and dapper barbers that look like they’ve walked straight out of a Sherlock Holmes novel. Hounds of the Baskervilles continue to draw swells of local men looking for a traditional barbershop experience. It is also a tattoo parlour specialising in old school, sailor visual ink hidden at the back. Hounds also frequently invite notable barbers from the UK, Australia and New Zealand to showcase their own styles. It also specialises in neat, clean cuts, which are tapered down the back for hair to grow out neatly. Bonus Tip: Reservations, whether for the hair or ink work, are absolutely essential. They can be reach at +65 6299 1197 or email to [email protected] Location: 666 North Bridge Road Opening Hours: 11am – 9pm Hold up! While the men are having their hair cut by artist, pampering is also available for the ladies. Introducing Nail Artelier - a well known local nail art specialist. This outlet is frequented by local celebrities and has a top notch reputation to deliver not just nail polish, but art onto your beautiful nails. Patrons can also bring their own picture references and request for them to be painted into their nails. The price range is reasonable with express manicure starting from $12 onwards and nail art from $3.00 per nail. Bonus Tip: They accept walk-ins, nonetheless they are usually packed on weekend. Reservations is recommended and they can be reached at +65 6298 8028 for bookings. Location: 61 Haji Lane, Singapore 189254 Operating Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-8pm; Sat 11.30am-8.30pm This shops serves as a platform to local designers to showcase their items. From little trinkets, jewellery to bags and vintage dress, this treasure trove is brimming with abundance of locally inspired goodies. The team also change the vendors every now and then, so the next time you visit this quirky little shop, don’t be surprise the offerings have changed. If you are a cat lover like me, there is one around the street call Meomi Cafe and they have fluffiest cats! After which you can hang by one of the bars which open from evening onwards to chill. There is more to explore in this location, do take your time to explore and enjoy this hidden gem!
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