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Hong Kong’s Best Secret Shops
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Today we're going shopping at in Hong Kong at some of my favourite shops that are doing different and interesting things. Some are new concepts, some are old, but overall there's stories to be heard, experiences to have, and a lot of cute things to be bought! This is Shop With Me- Episode 1!
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**CORRECTION: The system I referred to at ~6:16 for recycling up to 3 tonnes of wool and cotton is the (already achieved!) goal for a similar mechanical textile recycling approach, also developed by HKRITA, which operates at an industrial scale at a different location (in a Tai Po factory). I mixed up the two locations when doing research (G2G at The Mills is a smaller scale demonstration of the full upcycling process). Just wanted to correct and clarify this! If you'd like to learn more details about G2G please visit: www.garment2garment.com/
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Garment to Garment - HKRITA
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The Tree Stationery
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Hi! I'm Taylor, I'm originally from Canada and currently living between Toronto & Hong Kong and sharing my life along the way! My channel is lifestyle based with mostly vlogs, DIY's, makeup, health, and nutrition.
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@Taylor_R 3 года назад

The system I referred to at ~6:16 for recycling up to 3 tonnes of wool and cotton is the (already achieved!) goal for a similar mechanical textile recycling approach, also developed by HKRITA, which operates at an industrial scale at a different location (in a Tai Po factory). I mixed up the two locations when doing research (G2G at The Mills is a smaller scale demonstration of the full upcycling process). Just wanted to correct and clarify this! If you'd like to learn more details about G2G please visit: www.garment2garment.com/

@Kim4ever1234 3 года назад

@Mandy Craton like y tho?

@vf7865 3 года назад

Those teacups are so beautiful ❤️

@anaelenadumpfhart 3 года назад

I got emotional when I saw the ceramic painter. I have a degree in art history so my heart breaks when I see this kind of traditions dying, and seeing people like him keeping up even if it's so though to compete against manufactures... idk I just admire that a lot. Thanks for sharing this view on the local art of hong kong.

@Lamby495 3 года назад

I already commented but I would buy that art if he sold it online, it’s so beautiful 💝

@zebralover63 3 года назад

@@Lamby495 I believe his website is in the description I haven't looked through it in depth but it looks like you can purchase his items there

@sheFEISTY.43110 3 года назад

My Mom loves antiques and unique designs. That place would be a heaven for her if she was there.

@that_chicnic9645 3 года назад

Omg, me too! He is so adorable

@Lamby495 3 года назад

@@zebralover63 Thank you! I messaged the Instagram because I can’t figure out how they sell

@ValhallaWise 3 года назад

"whats the weirdest thing someone has brought to you?" - "ehm, this was kinda weird" LMAO

@LU5C1OUS 3 года назад

My first thought was underwear lol

@EnigmaDave 3 года назад

You have such a young demographic, I'm glad you have published a few videos discussing the loss of Hong Kong's unique food stands, and a few of the craft and art forms currently endangered. Hopefully, your videos will generate a new following of people able to embrace and support these traditions before they are lost forever.

@khan.2705 3 года назад

This is the kind of video I have wished to see about Hong Kong and the things that even people living here won't know about and to highlight such exciting businesses and individuals.

@mycp6615 3 года назад

i want to listen to the shopkeeper of the tree stationary all day shes so calming i cant explain it and it seems she has endless stories to tell ahh i love it

@Taylor_R 3 года назад

Yesss!! I could spend all afternoon there, I can’t wait to go back or join one of her workshops ❤️

@chocjamie 3 года назад

@@Taylor_R we could have a whole episode of you and Joyce trying a workshop!! :D

@Grahamcracker6366 3 года назад

The porcelain shop...wow! I could listen to his stories for hours.

@ellemred 3 года назад

Me to, and I have to say a very handsome gentleman

@KOOKIESTAETAS 3 года назад

wow taylor, these were such amazing shops and such lovely people behind these shops!

@CC-cp3zv 3 года назад

OMG ONE OF MY FAVE ARMY ACCOUNTS WATCHES TAYLOR TOO :DD

@saffronye2594 3 года назад

Welcome to HongKong China someday！欢迎你～

@Xmoonlight93 3 года назад

This video sparks so much energy on eco friendly living and deep and important values of culture. Thank you Taylor for your work!

@SnakeandTheCrown 3 года назад

Oh my god.. I would so totally make a weird couple's sweater with my boyfriend. I wish that the clothing recycling was available more in the US... I'll have to research if there's anything at all like this in the US to support.

@SarahLynn__ 3 года назад

I wish that too, but people are obsessed with chinese online clothes websites :(

@lydiakirschstein5590 3 года назад

Please make a series out of this. It so interesting to learn more about Hong Kong's history, traditions and culture. Especially loved the story of the porcelain painter! Reminded me a bit of the 'Sunset Survivors' book concept.

@miwakotsukiyomi 3 года назад

Wow the editing and composition of this video is off the charts What a great video

@Taylor_R 3 года назад

Ahh thank you! My assistant and I worked really hard on it. I really appreciate you taking the time to say this ❤️

@JoyceChengHK 3 года назад

Okay, investigative journalism, i see you. Thank you for bringing this side of HK to your audience.. to me! Especially loved hearing the eloquent owner of Tree talking about her own story and her tips for independent business owners in hk. More of these types of videos please!

@alyssamatthews1738 3 года назад

Taylor, you have one of the most underrated channels on YT. Thank you so much for always bringing us such thoughtful content!

@Taylor_R 3 года назад

Aww thank you ❤️

@ruthiealmighty 3 года назад

This was such a nice idea to showcase some small and unique businesses. The ceramic guy is so touching and the stationary store has some really cute postcards. I really hope these businesses can make it through these tough times. Xx

@johannadufour5128 3 года назад

Awesome video Taylor: the presentation of these unique businesses, so inspiring. I love the recycling of unwanted clothes for another one, it is a brilliant idea!!

@Taylor_R 3 года назад

Thank you so much ❤️❤️

@bigd8870 3 года назад

Glad I get to travel vicariously through Taylor 🥺

@breepinkpanda 3 года назад

Ok the sock sweater was amazing and all the other shops to

@Taylor_R 3 года назад

Yes!! 🙌🏻❤️

@3toliczbapierwsza 3 года назад

i want one now

@MT-zm1yb 3 года назад

The stationary and China shop owner had me 🥺 also my anxiety was spiked picturing the ceramic store if an earthquake hit the area

@ifoughtthelawnthelaw 3 года назад

hk has no earthquake lol

@TheEmilyMonster 3 года назад

The ceramic painter is so genuine.. such a beautiful soul.

@strawberryelle 3 года назад

I’m a Honger living in Toronto. And I love seeing you bring out the cultural aspect of old school HK ♥️ I don’t see myself ever going back bc of the changes, so this brings a lot of nostalgia for me x

@TaraNicole333 3 года назад

Curious American here, can you elaborate on some of the changes?

@205555 3 года назад

Will you ever visit again or do you think rhe changes are too profound? I'm genuinely curious to hear a HKer's views.

@lightningandfeathers 3 года назад

Hong Kong has such a special place in my heart, as that’s where my parents met and I grew up for part of my life. I got a bit emotional watch this not too sure why but I just wanted to say, thank you for Taylor for making these wonderful videos and showing everyone how magical HK is and sharing these small businesses!

@Taylor_R 3 года назад

🥰🥰🥰 Your story sounds like our (hopeful) future child’s. Where do you live now?

@lightningandfeathers 3 года назад

@@Taylor_R they’re gonna have such an exciting life living in HK, sending you love and hope for your future🥰 I live in Australia now! I grew up in Singapore then moved to Scotland when I was 18 then Oz at 24, I’m 26 next week😊 Thanks for your reply, it means a lot!

@eunesslee 3 года назад

the tree stationary shop owner seems like the sweetest person!! i love that her store is rooted in serving the community :")

@Ishyona 3 года назад

I love the idea of turning old clothes into new clothing. Especially for those old favorites that have fallen to bits - giving them new life. Also those cups were beautiful! I feel like those would make the most beautiful unique, and meaningful souvenirs.

@mewmoux 3 года назад

absolutely loved this content, taylor! it's great to see personal stories and explore the cultural history of hong kong's artisans. please continue with this series! i think it's so important to highlight small businesses right now - you're really doing something special with this!

@StephanieJarman 3 года назад

this was so well done - i can't even fathom the logistics of producing this! i hope this becomes a series like the food series you filmed your first year back in HK! by the way the student painter must have discovered the china pattern origins at the Gardiner Museum of Ceramics in Toronto - its across the street from the ROM and the Planetarium!

@flibbertygibbette 3 года назад

I am shook by the socks into the sweater thing. This needs to catch on everywhere. I'm really curious as to whether they can upcycle synthetic material as well, since so much fast fashion is synthetic or mixed fiber. I also neeeeeeeeeeeeeed those teacups! But I imagine they're hundreds of dollars. Definitely heirloom pieces.

@yaikiravazquez347 3 года назад

This was literally a documentary on extraordinary shops in Hong Kong! I hope you can make this a series! I felt like I traveled to these places with you.

@NosferotikaBr 3 года назад

I cried after seeing the porcelain Shop

@glorych1168 3 года назад

I laugh

@SeanGeeE 3 года назад

Taylor, a big thank you for promoting HK/Cantonese culture in shopping.

@adrijaachakraborty3835 3 года назад

A couple's sweater is the cutest thing ever ❤️❤️

@hitomitomtom 3 года назад

I love how Taylor was pulling all those socks out from her bag. You knew she was prepared. 🤣👍🏻👍🏻

@mirrormimi 3 года назад

I *LOVE* how this is a mix of very pioneering and modern shops, and very tradition-heavy shops. Kind of like Hong Kong itself!

@jaiho9793 3 года назад

As a Hong Konger who lives in Toronto now, I miss it terribly. This whole video was wonderful! It was so thoughtfully made and I love that you gave your guests the space to explain their perspectives so eloquently. It was so nice to see how Hong Kong is embracing these wonderful ideals as a society while highlighting unique history with the porcelain factory. As someone living abroad, I am always trying to find a way to inject Hong Kong traditional crafts into my surroundings and the porcelain shop struck a cord with me. Please make more videos like this!

@bani_niba 3 года назад

I think this type of video - finding unique places, shops and businesses in Hong Kong would be a great purpose for your channel.

@neuIyn 3 года назад

I always get so emotional watching your videos of Hong Kong. It’s my favorite place on earth, and seeing it still fighting to thrive through everything is inspiring. I hope things turn out well for the city in the future.

@lilahhlhgkl1574 3 года назад

I think it's really cool that you gave these businesses a platform and gave them a chance to be seen by people who might have never known about them

@carina.zip2002 3 года назад

My parents are from Hong Kong but I grew up in the U.S. so I love that I am able to learn about my homeland through your videos. Thank you Taylor!

@Audpov 3 года назад

Literally wish I could order their hand painted china. Gotta wait until I’m in my own home!

@pinkesthibiscus 3 года назад

This video was amazing, Taylor. It was so much more than I was expecting. You were so respectful to the people involved and let them share their stories without speaking over them the way a lot of youtubers would. It was beautifully shot and really interesting. I can’t imagine how much work went into it, but it was really special. Thank you :) PS. that tea set was beautiful!! 💗

@that_chicnic9645 3 года назад

I love this video!!! The guy with the hand-painted porcelain got so excited to tell you about his beautiful art. Such awesome shops!

@louisemon 3 года назад

this is so cool. Would love more content on unusual or unique shops or places to go in Hong Kong

@Ykoz2016 3 года назад

This was amazing. I was honestly just expecting more of a travel/ shopping, here are some trendy stores & cafe vlog. Which I was completely here for, don't get me wrong, I love to see what its like walking around another city. But this was so much more! I spent most of this video thinking "I wish I had that here", rather than just the expected "I wish I was there". Thank you for this! ❤️

@AmyGian 3 года назад

The garment recycling place is such a great idea!! Would love to see it people recycling their clothes instead of discarding it

@HyperactiveBunnies 3 года назад

I just fell in love with the ceramics shop!! I’m definitely visiting one day ❤️

@bathsheba013 3 года назад

This was such a good concept/content 👏👌 please make a second part/ online shops version

@Taylor_R 3 года назад

Thank you ❤️❤️

@liepaok302 3 года назад

And this is why Taylor is my favourite youtuber. So much love end dedication to every single video. She just shares everything she loves and it shines through in her videos. As a student making art, I really hope one day people will feel the same way I feel about Tays videos when looking at my work.

@jacquelenepham8150 3 года назад

Wow thank you Taylor for interviewing and sharing the stories of these local Hong Kong shops! There’s so much heart and passion in each of these people, I just want their businesses to thrive 😭🤍

@mycp6615 3 года назад

omggg ANOTHER Taylor upload we’ve been blessed u guys

@Taylor_R 3 года назад

🥰🥰🥰

@alyssajoss5129 3 года назад

the positive vibes your videos genuinely brings me so much joy. fav part of the day is disassociating from all the miserable school work and watching them in the background to lift up my mood a little. thank you :)

@Elizardrae 3 года назад

What a beautiful story. Each segment was sentimental, personal, and informative! Wonderful job, Tay!

@Taylor_R 3 года назад

Thank you ❤️

@dreamwhale5304 3 года назад

When your sleep schedule is so off that you are awake for a video that just got posted all the way on the other side of the world

@mycp6615 3 года назад

7:02-7:20 that is the most aesthetically pleasing thing ive watched this month wow the editing is immaculate

@cccyu2555 3 года назад

I’m a local hk and I love your videos. This one is truly inspiring

@CarolYamamotoh 3 года назад

I love how taytay always try to share culture and new things with us

@chocjamie 3 года назад

LOVE LOVE LOVE this video!! Please do parts 2 and 3 and 4 and more! I love shows like How It's Made, so I could watch you go round to these HK gems forever. :D

@stephaniewichowski4946 3 года назад

From a fashion major, go get it accessed and make sure it’s actually authentic. A few girls from the school I go to worked or are working for TheRealReal. They don’t train their authenticators enough, they are also given a high daily quota and are barely trained so they’ve been having problems with many fakes making it on the website and being sold. Only a few items are actually authenticated by their head authenticators. Some fakes are so good unless you’ve had at least a month of training you won’t catch it. One of the girls I went to school with said she left this year because she found out how little the people who authenticate are trained! Be careful everyone with this website and if you order get it authenticated else where because if it’s a fake they’ll refund you.

@Tabinova 3 года назад

PART TWO I CRIED MY EYES OUT. This is the wholesome content the world needs!

@gigih3616 3 года назад

I can literally stay in those beautiful shops all day and listen to all the stories and be amazed by everything! I love this so much!! Thank you so much taylor! 😊❤️

@Laurmins 3 года назад

That’s so amazing how they recycle old clothes!!! That makes me so happy that that kind of technology exists!! I hope they expand their business and we see it more all over the world ☺️

@Taylor_R 3 года назад

Yes! They are working on it! ☺️

@Laurmins 3 года назад

@@Taylor_R Thats soo cool that made me really happy ☺️

@MsJenami 3 года назад

Thank you for this video Taylor, absolutely love everything about it! ❤️️ Grew up in Hong Kong and now living in the UK, it is a shame to see some of the authenticity of Hong Kong faded away throughout the years and videos like these really bring back feelings. So proud to say I am from Hong Kong and I would love to see more content like this. #supportsmallbusiness

@TheAbiToons 3 года назад

Wish there was a G2G in every city, it’s such a much needed idea. I wish there business all the best. Next time I’m in Hong Kong I will bring my lonely socks.

@SUTAIBU 3 года назад

Thank you, Taylor, for putting this together! As a Hong Kong-raised American-born Chinese, I am constantly looking back at my roots for inspiration for my art. I especially like what the Tree stationary owner said about owning a business is more than just for money. What she said gave me a little extra boost in what I am doing with my brand. ♥️

@ZephyrLily-ry1el 3 года назад

Please make this a series,this platform needs some quality content like yours. Congratulations!

@daniem.714 3 года назад

Taylor, this was an absolute TREAT to watch!! It was like watching three mini documentaries! Heartwarming and energizing!! Thank you for sharing their stories and all of your hard work into doing them justice (which you SO did!!).

@juliar.3702 3 года назад

This video has such a warm, kind vibe to it. Thank you so much for bringing awareness of these businesses to a wider audience. Great work, I adored this video!

@KaChunWong084 3 года назад

Always enjoy your videos, and thank you for bringing an interesting view of Hong Kong. The spirit of Hong Kong is alive and well despite the challenges. I am always fascinated every year when I came home to visit. You just add more spots for me to visit when I am back home next time.

@goobernational4805 3 года назад

More artisan shops please! 😍 to spread the word about other dying arts... and I would love it if you did longer interviews about the history and cultural significance of the artwork/product. Would also love more content on shops that champion sustainability. Looking forward to part 2 ☺️

@robynloveschocolate 3 года назад

This was such a lovely insight to some of the hidden treasures in Hong Kong! Each one had their own special story 🧡

@leeSlie 3 года назад

This is amazing! It’s like we get to travel Hong Kong with you without leaving our homes. Thanks so much so showing us these amazing unique shops and the people behind them 🥰

@Life-oo2tr 3 года назад

Thank you for doing this, especially interviewing the shop owners. There's been a rise in racism towards Chinese since the pandemic. It's nice to hear the stories of these small business owners, even if it's in Hong Kong. I think this will make people more aware of the small Chinese, and Asian business all over the world, and that they are human beings being affected by the pandemic too.

@kimberleyl4043 3 года назад

I spent so much of my childhood in HK, that I can't help but tear up just watching this video. Now I'm sitting here in Canada and I miss HK so much. Thank you for making this and I'd love to see more videos like it!

@toric1217 3 года назад

Same here!

@jolandamalgarise6154 3 года назад

It's a Shima Knitting machine 😍 I'm a MA fashion student that like so much knitting design! Greetings from Italy Taylor!

@manicantsettleonausername6789 3 года назад

This is so amazing and genuine! I absolutely love the variety of content you create, and every once in a while there is a jewel like this video or your foodie series that is even more special! Please do a part two and continue your wonderful and meaningful work. I hope you have a nice day!

@ThuTran-yq6se 3 года назад

Their English is soooo good! Better than many have been living in the US for decades!!

@haleys1279 3 года назад

How has this video not blown up? This was so well made and insightful. Highlighting these businesses was such a beautiful way to use the platform 💖💖💖 so fresh and heartwarming

@elecops9825 3 года назад

I know, I'm so surprised that it hasn't gone more viral. I enjoyed every second of it, so high quality and lovely to watch 😊

@lizzhough45 3 года назад

I want a G2G here. That is so brilliant. As a crafter, it’d be cool if they sold recycled yarn.

@angrynarui 3 года назад

this literally inspired me to take out tablet and start a new drawing project... wow very nice video thank you~

@hikki6089 3 года назад

What I love about this video is that it’s showing the resilience of Hong Kongers! Love that you are showing this side of the city’s people through shopping!

@chl0beary 3 года назад

I absolutely love how taylor always does so much research and shares them with us in a interesting way when she makes a video

@mycp6615 3 года назад

ahaha every time i've wanted to visit a shop or something on a higher level in hong kong ive always been too scared to walk up the sketchy looking stairways lol maybe i'll try again next time i visit

@lisasasasaur 3 года назад

I throughly enjoyed this whole video. I love that you were able to highlight these super special businesses!

@soupafleye 3 года назад

through this video i hope of a lot of these small businesses will get more customers rolling in!☹️ this was amazing! the intro itself sells the whole video great job! really makes me reflect on myself and my own journey on finding passion in work

@Stephanie-rn7ry 2 года назад

That G2G place is absolutely amazing! I wish every city had something similar. Thankyou for the tour, it was a lot of fun!

@harleyjaine4241 3 года назад

Omg, I clicked on this not realizing how early it was! Thankyou for all the knowledgeable videos Taylor, I've been watching you for years, never tire of your content 💖 keep safe ☺ x

@SabinaEngland 3 года назад

Have you ever watched Wong Kar-Wai's movies? His movies made me fall in love with Hong Kong, I love how HK looked in the 80s and 90s.. especially with all those amazing neon signs at night... "Chungking Express" is my favourite HK movie... I think it would be cool if you can do a HK tour video of all the amazing neon lights at night?

@jessicafreeney1413 3 года назад

Alot of the traditional neon light have either been replaced with LEDs or outright taken out. It's super sad.

@SabinaEngland 3 года назад

@@jessicafreeney1413 I’ve read about that too 😕 all the more reason for Taylor to do a touring vlog of the historic neons that still exist! I hope HK can still save some parts of its heritage...

@krisbadwolf9429 3 года назад

Oh my! ANOTHER one this week? Good way to start the new year! Thank you for highlighting so much of Hong Kong and the amazing people within

@ai-qw3zk 3 года назад

i wish i could like this viedo more than once! its so nice to not see superficial content but something with a deeper meaning behind it, it really encourages me to try and support these smaller traditional crafts and shops, so that they can stay with us in the future. 💚

@digiyume26 3 года назад

I really enjoyed this video and seeing a bit of HK’s history. Hope to see more like this :)

@katalinc1194 3 года назад

This was so wholesome and inspiring!

@laetitiagarcia5106 3 года назад

i really love that you not only showed us amazing shops but also took the time to talk to the poeple who run them

@elecops9825 3 года назад

This is such an amazing video, one of the best I've seen! I love how educational and informative it is, but you can also tell that Taylor was genuinely interested in the people and businesses. So high quality and engaging to watch! Well done, Taylor and Taylor's assistant, you did an awesome job and should be proud of yourselves 😁 Listening to the stories at the Tree shop was lovely, it makes me so happy that people are still passionate about the little things that we do 💖

@baleighhaynes7931 3 года назад

G2G is such an incredible idea! Talk about upcycling ♻️

@francetellier7489 3 года назад

This was so interesting and motivating, thank you for showing this.

@mm-dy1rb 3 года назад

We need to value these people the same way we value influencers. Not one above the other per say, but there is more things in life to pursue rather than just money and consumption of corporate goods. These creators influence our sense of humanity. This video is also art in that sense, thank you for shining a light on this.

@18uprhea 3 года назад

THANKS FOR MAKING VIDEOSSSSSSSS - I always watch when I'm studying coding. 💘

@Taylor_R 3 года назад

Oh! What an interesting thing to study! ❤️ good luck!

@Victoria_Lee 3 года назад

Hey Taylor! Wow, I'm very impressed by this video! All the stories of those people and their businesses are so interesting and precious! It's so inspiring to see those people being so passionate about their job, it's really touching. 😭 The canton porcelain is so beautiful, it's a shame that such incredible craftsmanship is getting lost. I'd love to visit those shops after the pandemic, also a part 2 would be wonderful! (but no pressure!) ^^ Thank you so much for this video!!

@HelloHarley 3 года назад

I love how much you embrace Hong Kong. Thank you for showing us these small unique shops.

@AmyBrueckman 3 года назад

Videos like THIS are my favorite of yours! I love learning about local HK businesses and culture-related things. It's clear they definitely take a lot more effort to produce and we appreciate it!!