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(Shanghai Yinyue Xueyuan; 6431 1792; 20 Fenyang Rd; 20 South Shaanxi Rd) The auditorium here holds classical music performances (Chinese and Western) daily at 7.15pm and the musicians are often the stars of the future. The ticket office (shoupiaochu; open 9am to 5pm) is in the southern part of the campus. Ask for directions once you’re at the school.

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Huaihai Rd in the French Concession area is definitely the modern shopping street in Shanghai. It’s unlikely, however, that the avenue’s towering department stores and global chains will appeal to most travellers. Instead, seek out local boutiques along leafy backstreets such as Nanchang or Xinle Rds. Xintiandi has plenty of high-end brands, but for sheer diversity, nothing beats Tianzifang, one of the best shopping destinations in the city.

French Concession East

Tianzifang clothing, Souvenirs

(Taikang Rd; 10am-8pm; Dapuqiao) Burrow into the lilong (alleys) here for a rewarding haul of creative boutiques, selling everything from hip jewellery and yak-wool scarves to retro communist dinnerware. Shanghai 1936 Offline map Google map (unit 110, No 3, Lane 210; 10am-8pm) is the place to pick up a tailored waitao (Chinese jacket) or qipao (figure-hugging Chinese dress); they also have a nearby men’s store (unit 910, No 9, Lane 210).

Further along is Harvest Offline map Google map (International Artists Factory, unit 118, No 3, Lane 210), which sells Miao embroidery from southwest China and the courtyard at No 7, Lane 210 (aka the Yard): look for Himalayan jewellery and tapestries at Joma Offline map Google map (unit 6) and local fashion designers at la vie (Click here) and Woo Offline map Google map (unit 7). Jip Offline map Google map (No 51, Lane 210) comes in with eye-catching, modern jewellery for men, while Not Just Silver Offline map Google map (No 10, Lane 210) sells its jewellery from a lovely old residence with a magnificent tiled floor. Just next door you can find 1960s propaganda prints and old calendar posters at the Unique Hill Gallery Offline map Google map (No 10, Lane 210). The vibrant and colourful selection of crafts at Esydragon Offline map Google map (No 20, Lane 210) makes for excellent gifts; Zhenchalin Tea (Click here) has Chinese herbal teas in nifty packaging. Other standout stores are Shokay (Click here), Chouchou Chic Offline map Google map (No 47, Lane 248), Click here, and Urban Tribe Offline map Google map (No 14, Lane 248), Click here.

LIÚli China Museum Shop Art

(Liuli Yishu Bowuguan Shangdian; 25 Taikang Rd; 25 10am-10pm Tue-Sun; Dapuqiao) If you like the decor at TMSK (Click here) or the collection of artefacts at the Liuli China Museum (Click here), you’ll definitely want to check out this crystal art shop. Marvel at iridescent cast-glass creations such as contemplative monks, majestic dragons or exquisite earrings and pendants, or browse through the quality collection of English-language books and other knick-knacks.

Shanghai’s Best Boutiques

Sandy Chu, who writes the blog Shanghai Style (www.shanghaistyle.onsugar.com), gave us the lowdown on Shanghai’s best designer boutiques.

NuoMi (Click here) This is my favourite Shanghai-based boutique chain for womenswear. Led by a team of Filipino designers, NuoMi’s silhouettes are figure conscious, feminine, well designed and stylish without being trendy. Ecofriendly fabrics are incorporated and many pieces are quite luxurious – think silk and super-soft jerseys. With several boutiques across town it’s easy to reach a shop, and prices are on par with Zara.

William the Beekeeper (Click here) While the city’s not known for its vintage, there are still a few gems out there. William the Beekeeper is my go-to place. They offer vintage collected from places like California, Hong Kong, Korea and Japan in an affordable price range. Indie designers are also stocked alongside their own vintage-inspired label, Kaileeni.

Heirloom (Click here) This is probably my favourite place to window shop. With classy, stylish handbags for the city miss, Heirloom’s designs are colourful and fun.

Mayumi Sato (Click here) This Japanese-run boutique offers colourful, cute clothing in Western sizes, which are still a bit difficult to find in Shanghai. Pieces are more relaxed and girly, so don’t expect to see anything too revealing in the shop.

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