Glitz And Glamour at the Opening Night Of A Journey Through Time X

November 17, 2016

Glitz And Glamour at the Opening Night Of A Journey Through Time X

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia – 4^th November 2016: The milestone 10^th anniversary celebration of Asia’s premier watch and jewellery showcase, A Journey Through Time, officially opened the doors to its tenth year with an exhilarating evening filled with opulence and glitz. The prestigious Tourism and Culture Gala Night: Watch and Jewellery of the Year Awards Presentation 2016, JeweLuxe® showcase and performance by renowned British mezzo-soprano Ms. Carly Paoli opened the 10-day event which will run from 4^th to 13^th November 2016 at Starhill Gallery, Kuala Lumpur.

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“A Journey Through Time was created nine years ago in 2007 to position Kuala Lumpur as the destination for connoisseurs and enthusiasts of watch and jewellery to congregate and celebrate artistry and craftsmanship. It was aligned with efforts by the Government to boost Malaysia’s tourism industry. We set out to create an authentic world-class event that not only showcases rare private collections, first-in-market editions and show-stopping pieces but a place where experts, collectors and enthusiasts can come together in appreciation of horology and the art of jewellery. We have successfully made it a much-anticipated iconic event that now showcases the best of fashion, art, music and fine food complementing timepieces and jewellery for all who shares a common passion for excellence, artistry and craftsmanship,” said YBhg. Tan Sri Dr. Francis Yeoh, Managing Director, YTL Corporation.

“Our 10th anniversary is a true testament of our fruitful and long standing partnership with The Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia, and collaboration with participating brands and event partners to reinforce Malaysia’s position as a leading luxury shopping destination of the region,” Tan Sri Dr. Francis Yeoh added.

Present at the momentous evening was Yang Berhormat Datuk Mas Ermieyati binti Samsudin, Deputy Minister of Tourism & Culture, Malaysia. In her speech, Yang Berhormat Datuk Mas Ermieyati commended YTL and Starhill Gallery for its dedication in placing Malaysia on the regional map with initiatives such as A Journey Through Time.

Datuk Mas Ermieyati Binti Samsudin

“Longevity in the retail, travel and tourism industry requires great planning and focus. The dedication and forward-thinking strategy of YTL and Starhill Gallery in creating A Journey Through Time nine years ago and elevating it year after year to boost the tourism retail industry is a great achievement indeed. Both Tourism Malaysia and The Ministry of Tourism and Culture Malaysia are extremely pleased to see the way the event has grown to be the longest running watch and jewellery lifestyle event of its kind in the region and we look forward to the next ten years,” said Yang Berhormat Datuk Mas Ermieyati.

Yang Berhormat Datuk Mas Ermieyati further congratulated the Malaysian talents and brands showcased in this year’s event, acknowledging how events such as A Journey Through Time provide the platform for Malaysia’s designers and craftsmen to excel and be recognised alongside the best of international brands.

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Infiniti Jewels

A Journey Through Time X will bring its 10^th anniversary theme “Legacy and Icons” to life through an expanded calendar of exclusive offerings. Watch and jewellery aficionados can preview iconic and never-seen-before pieces in Asia while experiencing unique events curated specially for A Journey Through Time X.

Tourism and Culture Gala Night: Watch and Jewellery of the Year Awards Presentation 2016

Carly Paoli

The annual Tourism and Culture Gala Night: Watch and Jewellery of the Year Awards Presentation 2016 opened the event this year with the mesmerizing performance by critically-acclaimed British mezzo soprano Ms. Carly Paoli. The sensational performer recently performed with famous tenor Andrea Bocelli on his UK Tour in October 2016. She enthralled guests with her enchanting voice and repertoire before the seven coveted awards were presented. 30 discerning pieces across 15 distinguished brands were nominated and winners were selected by a panel of international judges that includes horology experts and renowned collectors.

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Ministry Tourism and Culture Most Revered Award Garrard

The seven coveted awards presented were Starhill Gallery Favourite Ladies’ Watch Award, Starhill Gallery Favourite Men’s Watch Award, Starhill Gallery Watch with Complications in Movements Award, Starhill Gallery Timeless Jewellery Award, The YTL Spirit of Classical Art Award, the Ministry of Tourism and Culture, Malaysia – Most Revered Award and The Judges’ Choice Award.

The evening was heightened with a dazzling showcase of fine jewellery from renowned jewellery houses and high octane designers by JeweLuxe® Kuala Lumpur, which is making its debut in A Journey Through Time X.

Curated Experiences, Unique Offerings

The 10^th anniversary of A Journey Through Time will be celebrated over ten days from 4^th to 13^th November 2016 at Starhill Gallery. The event was previously only held for eight days annually over the previous nine years.

During A Journey Through Time X, watch and jewellery collectors and enthusiasts can look forward to rare private collections, first-in-market editions and show-stopping pieces by over 125 renowned watch, jewellery and lifestyle brands. Key highlights include:

The debut of Malaysia’s very first and only watchmaking company MASA Horlogerie with the inaugural showcase of their Kerabat Series, which includes a special piece inspired by the history of the legendary “Taming Sari”; a tribute to the rich Malaysian heritage. “Taming Sari” is a famous kris or dagger that is believed to have been wielded by the legendary Malaccan warrior Hang Tuah and is fabled to grant physical invulnerability to its wielder. Between 10 and 15 unique pieces are exhibited with prices ranging from RM 3,000 to RM 30,000.
The debut of JeweLuxe^® in Malaysia, a new experience in fine jewellery appreciation presented through a curated series of thematic events and exhibition showcasing rare gems and jewel work of arts. Eight private jewellery houses and designers from America, Europe, Middle East and Asia are presenting their collections through fashion, culinary, art, wellness and beauty. The Managing Director of GIA Asia Pacific will also be present to give consultations on gemstones to visitors. With more than RM80 million worth of jewellery on display, the distinguished line-up of eight jewellers includes Paolo Costagli New York (USA), Hans D. Krieger Fine Jewellery (Germany), ZYDO (Italy), Renee Jewellers (UAE), Karen Suen (Hong Kong), Infiniti Jewels (Singapore), Simone Jewels (Singapore) and Chavana (Thailand).

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Paying homage to Malaysia’s finest “bejewelled” fabric which is traditionally weaved with gold and silver threads, the Timeless Royal Weave exhibition will feature iconic British designer Dame Zandra Rhodes’ contemporary songket dresses and Kraftangan Malaysia’s collection. With a strong passion for textile, Dame Zandra Rhodes has dressed icons such as Lady Diana, Princess of Wales and Queen’s Freddie Mercury over her five decade career. There will be fashion shows pairing watches and jewellery with the collections during the event. Visitors will also be able to see ‘live’ demonstration of songket weaving at the exhibition during the 10 days from 12pm to 7pm.
Continuing the fashion collaboration will be the show by Malaysia’s award-winning Lord’s Tailors featuring their immaculate menswear collection paired with luxury timepieces by MASA Horlogerie. The showcase of Dame Zandra Rhodes and Lord’s Tailor is part of Kuala Lumpur Alta Moda, a high fashion extravaganza held in Starhill Gallery to showcase couture collections by renowned international and local labels.
Other key showcases not to be missed include a special Retrospective exhibition on the past nine years of A Journey Through Time and a portrait exhibition of ten prominent Malaysian personalities with fascinating stories of their most-cherished and priceless timepieces and jewellery passed through generations entitled The Legacy Of Time, bringing to life this year’s theme “Legacy and Icons” in a new vein.

Favourite Mens Watch Speake-Marin

Presented by Starhill Gallery and the iconic superclub Zouk Kuala Lumpur for the first time in A Journey Through Time, the much-anticipated AJTT X Zouk Party will close the 10^th edition on a super-charged high note on 12^th November at Shook! in Starhill Gallery, which will be turned into club central for just one night. The by-invitation only party for 400 guests will feature Zouk’s resident DJs – DJ Radz and DJ Clifford plus the inaugural “People’s Choice Awards”; party guests will be invited to vote for their favourite timepieces and stand a chance to win one of the superb pieces when the result is announced that night.
Private gala nights and special by-invitation cocktail events hosted by renowned brands will take place throughout the event days.
To reward visitors to Starhill Gallery, visitors to this year’s A Journey Through Time will also stand to win a pair of British Airways Premium Economy Kuala Lumpur to London return tickets with a minimum spend of RM10,000 during A Journey Through Time X in conjunction with the 1 Malaysia Year End Sale from 1^st November to 31^st December 2016.

Visit www.ajourneythroughtime.com.my for more information and updates on the much-anticipated watch and jewellery showcase and follow A Journey Through Time X for updates and contests at www.facebook.com/starhillgallery and www.instagram.com/starhillgallery.