Early Xmas at Pavilion

So, I managed to make my way to Pavilion last week when I had some free time on a work evening. I am a quick escape for dinner with Puan Anita and I was astonished at the lavish curation on offer there at the main foyer. Somebody was really putting in some effort. And not to mention expense. The whole foyer was transformed. As it was raining outside, I did not have the chance to explore the main entrance, around the famous fountain.

A huge Xmas tree right in the middleWith ornaments as details

I only managed to bring my iPhone, so pardon the quality of the snaps. I counted that there were at least 3 huge Christmas tree, a carousel, a humongous cake and more decorations leading from the main entrance to the main foyer. They also listed out the activities during the Xmas period, complete with carols and of course, appearance by Santa. I did not see a grotto though, although there was a small stage there.

Not sure if this will be open for ride or just there for showLooking onto the main entrance. Can't help but be impressed.A huge cake right in the middle of the foyer

And the sledge of courseThe main difference between Xmas and Raya decorations were the stalls. There were hardly any here, compared to Raya, where the main theme happened to be stalls. The sad thing was, these stalls more or less sell the same things. Cookies, cards, clothes. Here, it was all about activities and wonderment. Sad to say, I enjoyed this decorations much more. Last year, Pavilion had a winter wonderland by the main entrance, complete with fake snow. Quite a spectacle. Let's see if they can outdo themselves this time around.

It also reflected how much Malaysians like their holidays. I'm certainly looking forward for more .....

Craving for a Shoot

Looking at the photos on Facebook and Twitter, the Xmas decorations at Pavilion looked awesome. Maybe it was time for me to pay it a visit. Plus the fact that it has been a while since I took my camera out for spin. Unfortunately, there would be another run for birthday parties tomorrow. Again, at Great Eastern Mall. I'll see if I can find time for a couple of hours to walk around Pavilion. Unfortunately. I would be on call next weekend rather.

Looking Forward

Now with Halloween done, and Hari Raya over, the next set of holidays would come around Christmas. As usual, the shopping malls would be abuzz with decorations and activities. I have yet to check Marche would be doing any cooking class this year - our boys usual activities. But that would be after their exams, which were due next week.

The only place I have visited so far with decor was Sunway Pyramid. The walkways were decorated with lights and ornaments. Simple, but cool. Looking forward for Pavilion decor this year. Can it top the last one?

Decorations at The Curve

Among the last venue I went to photograph for the Raya decorations was The Curve. I dropped by the place when the stalls were being set up a few weeks ago, but this time, I took a camera along.

Nothing fancy. Just a few stalls at the central foyer and a small stage.

To be honest, the decorations this year had been universally disappointing. Compared to the last couple of years, this season had been a downer. Well, there would always be next year ….

Mid Valley Gardens Decor

Gardens at Mid Valley has always portrayed itself as an upmarket outlet. When it comes to decorations for festivities, they were always classy and understated. For this year's Raya, they concentrated more on details, and left the more elaborate decor to its sister mall next door, the Mid Valley Megamall.

The central gallery, where the main boutique outlets were located, were filled with small decorations and there were also some lightings hanging down, with more Aidilfitri motifs. One thing I have noticed, they have taken away some of the seatings at the main walkways, which make stopping for a breather especially while fasting a bit of a nag.

I was glad that the walkways and foyers were left empty rather than filled up by tacky stalls selling clothes and cookies. They obviously remained consistent in concentrating on the small things.