The Central

There's been quite some talk about the Central (or at least from the people around me) and I was really anticipating my trip down! I must say it's really convenient to go to, because of the MRT station, and it's a wonderful addition to this Clarke Quay area. It's now not just a night-time place, you can go there to shop too!

It was quite nice to be walking in a new mall, seeing new things. I like seeing so many new clothes boutiques as well as restaurants! If you have to go there everyday, you probably won't run out of things to eat so soon (but maybe you'll run out of money first haha).

However, I personally wasn't very impressed by the structure of the building per se. Being my first time there, I thought that touring around the building could be quite confusing. The side of the building that has all the food outlets and restaurants seem to be another "tower", separated from the clothes and shopping section. Even then, within the "shopping" section, there seemed to be an annex. The place seems to be structured in a figure "8" design, where walking behind one row of shops will unfold yet another "world of shopping".

Although I did like walking around this new mall, I must say that most things on the 2nd to about 4th (i think?) level were selling the same type of stuff in terms of designs of clothes etc. No doubt it's the fashion now, but I really find it pretty boring to be seeing the same thing everywhere. Also, they seem to have created a replica of "Level One" at Far East in this mall. On top of that, there's not much things that appeals to the guys (other than the top most level (5th?) - the hardware shops). Not very well balanced, I feel. Don't think I'd be keen on shopping there too often.. =x

A modern structure of shopping paradise conveniently located above Clarke Quay MRT station. Been there twice, and can't wait to return for more. Upon emerging from the train station to the basement of the building, there's food -quite a wide variety to select from. The miniature donuts (I've forgotten the name, sry) are a MUST-TRY. It's a delicate, sweet wholesome goodness I bet many girls would love. Travelling upwards into the building, more shops awaits. Fashion boutiques such as Pretty Studio, clothesPlay and many new concept boutiques, jewellers, Nail Spa -everything essential to pamper a girl's shopping trip. And when the sun sets, nothing beats a stroll along the riverside to complete your perfect day out.