A one-stop shop for Christmas
Bring on the festive cheer and put some delightful gifts from Cluny Court under the Christmas tree. From holiday snacks to trendy accessories and handmade crafts, you’ll find them all at the mall’s evergreen retail outlets, as well as a series of pop-up stores and vendors, as part of their legendary annual Christmas Fair, from now until 31 December. Plus find out when Santa’s in Singapore!
# Cluny Court Christmas: Santa’s Vendors Pop-Up Stores
Keep It Flowing
This holiday season, Fermented is popping up again right next to the Santa line! While you wait to capture those perfect holiday photos with the big guy, why not treat yourself to a complimentary wine tasting? Sip on festive reds, crisp whites and sparkling selections that will add a little extra cheer to your visit to Cluny Court. Swing by the pop-up store for a taste and pick up some bottles for the holiday season or gifting – making the wait for Santa in Singapore a lot more fun!
Christmas in the Air
At Artisan of Sense’s pop-up store, you’ll find a 12-day advent calendar brimming with gorgeous fragrance treats. Each day reveals a delightful surprise, from calming soy candles to invigorating essential oils and more – all crafted with the finest natural ingredients. The calendar even comes with a wax seal stamp that can be customised with your name, so you can make each gift uniquely yours!
All Wrapped Up
At Cluny Court’s Christmas Fair, you’ll find Holly & Rose, a pop-up store bringing the finest handmade luxury towels and bed linens from Türkiye to Asia. Crafted from 100 percent organic cotton, each piece is a tribute to the timeless artistry of traditional weaving. Skilled weavers and artisans in local villages craft each of these pieces using organic dyes and hand-knotting tassels, ensuring both beauty and craftsmanship in every piece.
That’s My Jam
Take your holiday gatherings to the next level with Bernadette de Lavernette’s artisan jams, chocolate spreads and organic honey, crafted with a touch of love in every jar. Available at Bunny Planet’s pop-up store at Cluny Court, these goodies are made with non-GMO, vine-ripened, and sustainably grown premium ingredients, each designed to bring people together for some moments of warmth and deliciousness. Pair them with cheese or as a unique twist to cocktails, transforming any party from good to unforgettable.
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Shine bright!
Add some sparkle to your holiday season with a Christmas gift from Singapore-based fine jewellery online store Dominus Jewellers, founded by fine artist Davi Beschizza and UK-trained filmmaker Dan Beschizza. At the Cluny Court pop-up store, you can explore the brand’s handcrafted pieces, from cocktail rings to stud earrings, all set with diamonds, emeralds, rubies, sapphires or other rare gems sourced from around the world – each blending art, craftsmanship and timelessness.
Oh so adorable
Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for the kiddos? Check out the adorable educational fabric toys at Coretti Fashions’ Cluny Court pop-up store. From tactile books and food baskets to makeup kits, doctor’s bags and tea and cake sets, these handcrafted toys are soft and safe for little hands – perfect for encouraging fun, learning and play without worrying about sharp edges or hard pieces.
A natural glow
Celebrate this holiday season by indulging your senses with the lush, all-natural skincare from TZO, available at The Natural Clinic’s pop-up store at Cluny Court. For the ultimate full-body pampering experience, don’t miss TZO’s exclusive Christmas mini sets, perfect as stocking stuffers. From rejuvenating serums to soothing throat sprays, these sets will give your self-care ritual a boost while keeping you glowing through the festive season – naturally!
# Cluny Court Christmas: Evergreen Stores
His new wardrobe staple
Polo tees may sometimes be dismissed as mere sportswear or “dad” attire, but they deserve some recognition as timeless wardrobe staples! Made with care and precision, a quality polo tee brings understated sophistication to your look. Celebrate this season in style with Benjamin Barker’s (#02- 35) wide selection of polo tees and chinos – a blend of casual comfort and classic elegance.
What a feast
Celebrate the season with a twist on the turducken from Da Paolo Gastronomia (#01-01) – a boneless roast turkey is stuffed with confit duck, chestnuts, truffle and marinated chicken, all seasoned with warm spices and herbs, and available for pre-order. Top off the feast with authentic Italian panettone, handmade in Italy, with a 36-hour leavening process for a soft, rich crumb.
Toast to the holiday season
This brand new set of four champagne glasses from Lemongrass & Aubergine (#02-26) is bound to spark conversation, serving as a reminder of some of Singapore’s most iconic landmarks for delicious food and drinks. With elegant black and white designs, the glasses are stylish and also durable, so you can enjoy your bubbly without worrying about a breakage.
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Sweet treats galore
The elves at Plain Vanilla Bakery (#01-03A) are whipping up some holiday magic once again – think chocolate gingerbread cupcakes, dark chocolate salted caramel log cakes, a new black pepper caramelised onion and gruyere bread wreath, and a Christmas party platter of mini festive treats for gifting or hosting. Discover a selection at this Cluny Court café, and the full Christmas collection of seasonal sweet and savoury bakes, gift sets and hampers online.
Furry festive
Welcome to Vanillapup’s (#02-29) Christmas toy store this festive season! The pet store has been transformed into a holiday shopping haven, packed with more Christmas-themed toys than you can imagine and yummy treats to make those tails wag merrily. It’s the jolliest place to bring your pet for gift shopping and to soak up the holiday spirit.
Comfort first
For a gift that’s both stylish and practical, look no further than the Square Toe Mary Jane from Commune Wear (#02-20), in a striking silver and red combination. Handcrafted from premium cow leather and featuring memory foam insoles, these shoes are designed for all-day comfort – a great choice for holiday parties and beyond.
A cosy celebration at home
This Christmas, transform your home into a holiday haven with exquisite festive décor from Chomcharm (#02-15). From handcrafted ceramics and charming houses to elegant vases and candle holders, each item blends elegance and playful design. These pieces will get you into the Christmas spirit while adding a sophisticated, artisanal touch to your holiday setup.
Feeling for florals
As Christmas nears, liven up your house for Santa in Singapore with a range of heartwarming festival floral arrangements available at Flower Bloom. From luscious wreaths adorned with evergreens and berries to centrepieces overflowing with fragrant blooms and blossoms, each piece is carefully arranged to evoke maximum holiday cheer, while infusing any space with an abundance of joy and love.
Fire it up
Hosting an end-of-the-year barbecue? Popular online butcher Meat Co.’s first retail store serves up an array of restaurant-quality meats in all cuts and sizes. Take your pick from Cape Grim Tasmania grass-fed steaks to Robbins Island Full Blood Wagyu. There’s also juicy prime ribs, marinated chicken, sausages, cold cuts and more to take your holiday grilling game to the next level.
Perfect fit
What better way to celebrate the season in style than with a tailor-made outfit? Singapore Ixora Tailor offers a collection of luxurious silk, sourced and handcrafted in Vietnam, as well as linen fabrics and accessories. In addition to its ready-to-wear pieces, this tailor offers bespoke tailoring and alteration services to ensure a flawless fit.
Visit the shop at Cluny Court (right next to Cold Storage) or send your gifting enquiries via email: ixora.cluny@gmail.com.
Brighten your home
Get your home ready for Santa in Singapore with bespoke handmade furniture pieces from Oak Tree Living. For example, we’re loving this Sling Chair with a kaleidoscope fabric seat. In addition to unique furniture, you’ll discover an array of soft furnishings, stylish lamps and one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts for loved ones. From vintage throws to beautiful candle holders and handmade ceramics, this store has everything you need to create a warm, inviting atmosphere and spread some festive cheer!
Festive footwear
Ready for the festive season? The team at Alfie Browns certainly are, and they’ve curated an exquisite selection of elegant shoes with an Italian flair to ensure you’re stepping out in style for every celebration. Whether you’re attending a Christmas party or planning a show-stopping New Year’s Eve entrance, the brand’s collection of dazzling heels, chic flats and more – with prices from just $99 – promises to elevate your wardrobe so you’ll be turning heads at every Christmas party and beyond.
A dreamy spa day
Give someone the gift of relaxation at Christmas with The Gallery Hair Studio’s “Spa Day” voucher. With this, he or she can indulge in a soothing head spa experience tailored just for them, ensuring they leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated. While they’re at it, go for a fresh cut or colour by one of the salon’s hairstylists who can offer some expert tips on everyday hair care as well. A little pampering is always a good idea!
Skin to skin
Just in time for the holidays, Aesthetics Studio Wellness launches the luxurious Aurora Christmas Facial. The treatment begins with an Aroma Press using the Northern Lights Black Spruce essential oil, instantly calming the mind and spirit. A microdermabrasion treatment follows, complemented by the signature Lumixa FLE Skin Normaliser therapy. It harnesses fluorescent light energy to stimulate skin cell regeneration, combat inflammation and boost collagen production for a radiant complexion “reminiscent of the aurora borealis”. Yes, please! This 75-minute experience is available for $298.
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Ho, ho, ho!
Nothing signals the arrival of Christmas quite like Santa in Singapore himself. At Iggy’s Crafts, you’ll find a range of adorable handcrafted international Santa ornaments dressed in handpainted looks representing 35 countries, making them heartwarming gifts for friends from all corners of the globe. Singapore’s Santa appropriately dons a batik print outfit accompanied by the iconic Merlion!
# Cluny Court Christmas: Mark your calendars for Santa in Singapore!
Don’t miss “Santa’s Meet & Greet” during Cluny Court’s Christmas Fair, which is running from 28 November to 1 December, 5-8 December, 12-15 December and 19-22 December. 100 percent of the gross donations received in boxes at the fair will be donated to non-profit organisation Autism Resource Centre (Singapore). So head to Cluny Court to meet Santa in Singapore and get your shopping on – for a good cause!
Directory
SHOPS | LEVEL 1
- Da Paolo Gastronomia
- Flower Drum
- Brill
- Singapore Ixora
- Cold Storage
- An Nyeong
- Plain Vanilla Bakery
- GeloBuna
- EGA Juice Clinic
- Meat Co.
- Tiong Bahru Bakery
- Prairie by Craftsmen
SHOPS | LEVEL 2
- Relish by Wild Rocket
- Cia Maritima Beachwear
- Rye
- Decofix DIY Store
- Oak Tree Living
- Simply Bread
- Aesthetic Studio Wellness
- The Master Hair Salon
- Supporting Eve
- Rue Madame
- Alfie Browns
- Sweaty Betty
- Inside
- Chomcharm Home Decor
- Mo Li Hua Vintage Watches & Jewelry
- Jeeves
- The Gallery Hair Studio and Head Spa
- Cluny Court Family Dental
- Commune Wear
- The JeJe Korea
- Hopla! Kids Shoe Shop
- Just Me & Paris
- The Room by Nailbar @ Cluny
- Lemongrass & Aubergine
- Bastide Colombe
- The Linens Company
- Vanillapup
- The Elly Store
- Benjamin Barker
- Iggy’s Crafts
Cluny Court is at 501 Bukit Timah Road, near the north end of the Botanic Gardens.
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This article about Christmas gifts, Santa in Singapore and pop-up stores at Cluny Court first appeared in the November 2024 edition of Expat Living. You can purchase the latest issue or subscribe so you never miss a copy!
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