Sanlitun Snatch Up: Shoppin’, Not Bar Hoppin’

Between Sanlitun Village, 3.3 Shopping Mall and Nali Patio, the Sanlitun area is a hot bed for many potentially satisfying commercial transactions beyond boozing and eating.

1st
3.3 Shopping Mall boasts over 300 boutiques, though far too many show a proclivity for glitter and tacky patterns. 1st takes fashion cues from London (where its other branch is located), with bold but tasteful pieces like studded cut-off tees (RMB 468), unisex cardigans (RMB 468) and party dresses (up to RMB 1,200). Don’t miss their blazers (RMB 600-1,400), which come in a wide range of fabrics and styles including military, cropped and tuxedo.
Daily 11am-11pm. Rm 1100A, 1/F, 3.3 Shopping Mall, Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5136 5088) 朝阳区三里屯北路33号3.3购物中心1层1100A

Adidas

Even if you’re not in need of new kicks or sportswear, the world’s largest adidas store is worth a visit. It brings all product lines together under one roof for the first time, and even features football shirt printing and facilities to custom-design your own shoes (around RMB 1,200/pair).
Daily 10am-10pm. Bldg 11, Sanlitun Village South, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 2233) 朝阳区三里屯南路19号三里屯Village南区11号楼

An De Li Si
Stop hunting for the perfect pair of shoes and just get them custom-made here. Either provide your own for them to copy or choose from over 100 samples on display. They’ll be ready within 15-30 days for around RMB 1,500-3,000/pair, depending on the design.
Daily 11am-11pm. Rm 4075, 4/F, 3.3 Shopping Center, 33 Sanlitun Beijie, Chaoyang District. (138 0132 8747) 安德利斯,朝阳区 三里屯北街33号3.3购物中心4层4075号

Chang & Biorck

This tiny Sanlitun Village store is chock full of colorful, environmentally friendly home products designed by well-known Scandinavian artists. Silk cushion covers (RMB 348), which reflect a merging of Scandinavian and Chinese concepts of style, are currently their best-selling item. Smaller pieces that would make fab gifts are also available, such as a cosmetic pouch (RMB 78) and a jewelry roll (RMB 98) – both with elegant designs and practical pockets. Check out their web shop for more details.
Daily 10am-10pm. Sanlitun North Village, 1/F, Bldg 2, 2-19A, 19 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (8400 2296) www.changbiorck.com 朝阳区三里屯南路19号三里屯Village2号楼一层2-19A单元

DimSum of all things Asian
Korean-Canadian designer Currie Lee puts style and quality above profit – all of her bags and jewelry are individually handcrafted from 100% natural and recycled materials she has collected on her travels throughout Asia. Her creations include box clutches made of coconut shells and frog skin, and chunky necklaces made from water buffalo horns. Better yet, she employs women in Southeast Asian villages instead of factories to give her products that crucial bit of heart.
Daily 1-9pm or by appointment. Unit A116, 1/F, Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8559 1587) 亚点亚心,朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园A116室

Eldi
One of the first boutiques to open for business in Sanlitun Village North, Eldi offers classic structures with updated detailing – think girly with rocker flair, achieved through pairing feminine ruffles, shapes and colors with edgy sequins and zippers. The newest collection, with its military-green shorts (RMB 1,580), shimmery tanks (RMB 980) and summer dresses, can help women transition their wardrobes into spring; while the leather jackets and pastel blazers can enhance outfits all year-round.
Daily 11am-7pm. Sanlitun North Village, NLG-21, LG/F, 11 Sanlitun Lu, Chaoyang District. (6416 1762) www.eldifashion.com 朝阳区三里屯路11号三里屯VILLAGE北区地下一层NLG-21单元

Long.com
Don’t be deceived by the name – this is a real-life shoe store for both men and women in Nali Patio. The assortment of shoes is staggering, with heels and strappy sandals on one side and sneakers and boots on the other. If you’ve tired of your current pairs, you should give this place a shot – especially if your feet are on the larger end (sizes for women up to 43; men up to 50).
Daily 10am-9.30pm. Nali Patio, 81 Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (8643 2880).com, 朝阳区三里屯北路81号那里花园

WXYZ’
Korean-owned, with the quirky style of clothing to prove it. Layering pieces clutter the racks, especially thin cardigans (RMB 310) available in muted colors like deep red, green, brown and gray. Aside from the standard attire, we were also impressed by the printed blouses (RMB 380), lace turtleneck shirts (RMB 300) and leather-studded bracelets (RMB 288).
Daily 11am-10.30pm. Rm 2006-2007, 2/F, 3.3 Shopping Mall, Sanlitun Beilu, Chaoyang District. (5136 5752; 138 1028 4705) 鑫旺依恋,朝阳区三里屯北路33号3.3购物中心2层2006-2007

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Everything mentioned in this report is heavely overpriced. Please just dont buy there. You can get the same quality and products for more then half the price at the SanLiTun Silk store which is right attached to the Village.