The Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC)’s DG Studio initiative brought trendy gifts and premiums from Hong Kong to shoppers in Malaysia.

Twelve of Hong Kong’s brands were featured in 1 Utama Shopping Centre and Da Men Mall in February.

The twelve DG Studio’s brands were Artiart, Cardhoda, Eco Concepts, Hoobbe, Hyone, Kilovest, Konstar, MH Blocks, Paris Garden, SOAP Studio, Tea Lab and Team Green.

These twelve brands specialise in specific lifestyle products, usually offered as personal or corporate gifts and premiums.

“We are proud to showcase Hong Kong’s lifestyle products to Malaysians because we believe this market is set to receive products that are not just functional but has the ability to trigger an emotional response as well.

“We are sure that some of the products you see here today will put a smile to your face.” said HKTDC Malaysia, director, Hoh Jee Eng.

Artiart is an innovative design household products brand that produces homewares, drinkwares and business-related items with a creative, quirky fun and colourful take.

Konstar specialises in small household appliances where the design innovation simplifies how time-consuming household chores are done with four of its products have since been awarded the RedDot Design awards.

“For the environmentally conscious, Team Green’s eco-friendly and biodegradable designer puzzles are made from ethically-sourced wood for gift-giving with a conscience.” said Malaysian actress, Eyka Farhanna who was at the event while showcasing products from the brand.

For the eco-warrior, Eco Concepts biodegradable cups and creative mugs made from 100 per cent corn husks are attractive, innovative and fun.

While about being green, Paris Garden’s home gardening kits allow novice gardeners to grow their own herbs, fruits, vegetables and flowers from home.

For the ultra-discerning hostess, Hoobbe’s household products are creatively and cleverly designed to make excellent conversation starters when hosting guests at home.

Tea Lab, as its name suggests indulges in all things tea and tea lovers will find the process of brewing a cup of tea more fun with the brand’s creative tea infusers and tea making accessories.

Tech-enthusiasts will love Hyone’s range of products as it markets smart and stylish design solutions for all occasions, with its focus on mobile phone gadgets and electronic accessories.

The tech-savvy would also love Cardhoda’s range of card protector wallet and name card holders where its aluminum case prevents malicious parties from unscrupulously reading cards containing Radio Frequency Identification (RFID) and Near Field Communication (NFD) chips for fraudulent activities.

For the young at heart, MH Blocks are micro-sized construction brick toys to indulge the inner-child.

SOAP Studio’s collaborated with famous artist b.wing to create adorable representation of familiar superhero characters such as Wonder Woman and Batman in its gift products and collectors’ items.

For those that seek a unique twist in daily items, Kilovest makes various products, like watches, bags and passport holders, all in the ever durable and versatile silicone material.

“The products from the 12 brands under DG Studio are truly interesting.

“I am glad to be associated with these names and I am sure that Malaysians who value creativity and interactive quality products, made well with good material and workmanship would value what we have to offer,” said Jee Eng.

DG Studio products will be permanently available at outlets such as Parkson Elite at Pavilion KL; Parkson at 1 Utama Shopping Centre; CM3 at Sunway Pyramid; Times Bookstore at Pavilion KL; Times Bookstore at Bangsar Shopping Centre; and Parkson Elite at Gurney Plaza, Penang.

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