Wouldn’t it be nice to walk around a store, glass of wine in hand, and browse through the best that our talented local designers and brands have to offer? Haude Monde Founder Treshan Weerasooriya has put together a blissful evening of just this. Sip and Shop is the perfect way to fill your closets and stomachs – all while supporting local entrepreneurs.
To be held at the WH store on 26 April from 7.00-9.00 p.m., the evening will feature an array of local talent accompanied by a wine tasting session and a range of delicious canapés to choose from.
Throwing in a little surprise for guests; a goodie bag will also be handed, featuring brands like Aroma Bliss, Aadaraya Ceylon, Noas, and more. Here’s a snippet of the local brands that you’ll experience on the day.
Kole
As an eco-friendly brand, Kole, and Haude Monde events have come forward to support bringing in a locally manufactured product that will ultimately help reduce plastic waste. Commenting on the partnership, a representative from Kole told us that since Sri Lanka has made a few steps towards this change for a sustainable future, they will be at the event as a brand to come up with solutions for the plastic pollution problem.
Karma Collection
This store is one of Galle Fort’s finest boutique stores featuring an eclectic collection of art, fashion, homeware, and tea. With luxury resort wear being their focal point, karma collection has come on board to give guests an exciting gift which will not only be chic, but will be memorable and useful for years to come. A timeless choice, if we do say so ourselves.
Hela Platters
Giving guests a variety of options to sneak on while shopping, Hela Platters is excited to be a part of the Sip and Shop event. The Founder of Hela Platters told us: “We look forward to serving our exciting array of elegantly curated canapés inspired by classic Sri Lankan dishes and pairings that complement the sophisticated palate of the modern Sri Lankan.”
Their local take on Western dishes are truly innovative and are bound to be a feast for all senses.
NOAS
Imagine this – a little over 35 years ago, a lady sat down with a hand written recipe passed down by her mother and an idea to try something new. Using 500 g of flour, a litre of oil, a household frying pan, and several attempts to make all the ingredients sing in harmony, she made her first batch of mixture for friends and family.
Over time, the demand for her mixture grew with overwhelmingly positive feedback that led to a business idea. NOAS Founder Samanmalie Rajakaruna told us that today, NOAS is one of Sri Lanka’s most loved brands and a household staple. Guests at Sip and Shop will have the privilege to devour some of these irresistible bites; although being Sri Lankan, we all are bound to know and love NOAS already.
Aadaraya Ceylon
Even though we spend over one-third of our life in bed, sleepwear tends to be the most undervalued part of our wardrobe. Realising this, it became Aadaraya Ceylon Founder Neomi Koswatte’s mission to make sure that women could feel both comfortable and confident in their sleepwear.
Sharing her story, she told us: “Aadaraya was born out of this demand, so we strive to deliver unparalleled designs paired with a brand that’s always a perfect fit for the modern woman.”
Their every design and element of the product is made with great precision under congealed supervision and valuable expertise – find them at Sip and Shop and add value to your sleep.
Soi Chai
Soo Chai has come on board to give guests a specially curated mocktail, a Butterfly Pea Mojito mocktail. This one-of-a-kind mocktail will be a focal and talking point at Sip and Shop for certain. The Soo Chai Butterfly Pea mocktail is not only easy on the eyes, but is also high in antioxidants that are great for your skin.
Soo Chai’s formula is the result of many years of ayurvedic research, engineered to bring you the best handcrafted premium Ceylon herbs and spices to your daily wellness routine in a simple cup. So with lime and mint leaves to give that extra kick, it’s sure to take your taste buds on a journey.
Aroma Bliss
Aroma Bliss Ceylon, a local brand that believes in creating innovative natural skin and hair care that fits in well with daily routines will also be featured at the event. Combining premium-grade natural extracts with innovative research, they present you the best of both worlds.
Sharing a few words, the Founder of Aroma Bliss commented: “Our products are made with 100% natural handpicked ingredients, with a guarantee of zero parabens and other harsh chemicals.”
From material extraction to packaging, they follow sustainable standards, ensuring the end result being nothing but a range of luxurious, natural skin and hair care.
