SUNG JOO KIM, OWNER OF MCM, HOSTED THE LATEST MCM COLLECTION AT LOBBY LOUNGE, SHANGRI-LA KUALA LUMPUR IN CONJUNCTION OF THE 2013 GLOBAL SUMMIT OF WOMEN

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Kim Sung Joo, owner of MCM and Kee Hua Chee, owner of keehuachee.blogspot.com


I AM A HUGE ADMIRER OF SUCCESSFUL BUSINESSWOMEN AND FEW COME MORE SPECTACULARLY SUCCESSFUL THAN THE TALL, CLASSY AND DARE I SAY IT, SEXY KIM SUNG JOO OF SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA!

Sung Joo owns MCM---that's Michael Cromer Munich---which was once a sizzling hot brand in the early Nineties but cooled down considerably by the dawn of the new millennium. So Kim Sung Joo bought it and has injected life, vigour and zest into this German brand that was once in the big league.

Now it is slowly regaining lost ground and judging by its latest apparel, bags, shoes and accessories for women and men, MCM is all set to be the Next Big Thing!

I was very impressed by MCM's new direction that is bound to be a surefire hit among the subtle elite. Luxurious fabrics expertly cut and colour play that works seamlessly with today's   
sensibilities mean one can build a MCM wardrobe with the greatest of ease and create ravishing, individual looks by adding new pieces over the years or matching with existing ones.

Kim Sung Joo, one of South Korea's richest women who now owns MCM and Dato Rosemarie Wee, regional PR director of Shangri-La



Dato Rosemarie Wee, a fashion icon known for unerring good taste and effortless style, raved over her latest acquisition of a MCM bag. She said, "I bought one at the MCM pop-up store in the ballroom foyer and I can see myself as a MCM fan!"

So if Dato Rosemarie Wee has given her seal of approval to the new-look and au courant MCM, then all is plain sailing! 

I met Kim Sung Joo last year at the 25th anniversary party of Parkson department store and so when Dato Rosemarie Wee, Regional PR director of Shangri-La invited me to the MCM fashion show at Lobby Lounge, I dropped everything and arrived dressed to kill with killer heels to impress and amuse Kim Sung 
Joo.

Kim Sung Joo kissed me on both cheeks and marvelled at the reversal of role---I was wearing high heels and she was in flats! She was in sober but striking black and white pant suit while I was glowing in mellow yellow loaded with jewels that eclipsed any worn by the 800 delegates!

The talk of town?

MCM's delightfully pink shopper bag that is part of the goodies of the 2013 Global Summit of Women! It only cost US$10 with proceeds going to charity! 

Kee Hua Chee and Kim Sung Joo


Kee Hua Chee and Kim Sung Joo



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Kim Sung Joo and Kee Hua Chee

Kim Sung Joo is chairman and CEO of Sungjoo Group and MCM Holdings AG

In 2004, Kim Sung Joo was voted one of 'Top 50 Women to Watch'

In 2003 CNN as one of the 'New Century Leaders'


To Kee Hua Chee, Kim Sung Joo is South Korea's top business woman!

Kim Sung Joo and Ng Kun Tek

Thumbs up for Kim Sung Joo and Ng Kun Tek

Kim Sung Joo and Philippines' delegates

Kim Sung Joo is a giant among men and women! Even in her flats!

Kim Sung Joo with fellow VIPs

The Vietnamese delegation for the 2013 Global Summit of Women

Ng Kun Tek with the Vietnamese ladies in traditional aodai costumes

Dato Rosemarie Wee of Shangri-La, Dato Anne Eu chairman of Eu Yan Sang, Dato Nik Gee DSiegfried Block and Helena from USA

The Korean delegation was in full force

Korean ladies in national costumes

Business women

Kim Sung Joo and Dato Rosemarie Wee

Kee Hua Chee in killer heels and Kim Sung Joo in flats!

Dato Anne Eu, Kim Sung Joo and Dato Nik Gee

CELEBRATION OF LUXURY AND GLAMOUR AT SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, KUALA LUMPUR

Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur will be dressed with luxury and glamour with the arrival of luxury brand MCM.

South Korean luxury brand MCM made its runway debut at Shangri-la Hotel, Kuala Lumpur on 7 June 2013 in conjunction with the 2013 Global Summit of Women from 6 to 8 June 2013. Jointly organized by Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur and world renowned fashion house MCM, the showcase presented MCM's latest fashion collection at the Hotel’s Lobby Lounge to over 800 guests from around the world.

The exclusive showcase of high fashion was supposed to be graced by Malaysia’s First Lady and Chairwoman of the 2013 Global Summit of Women, Datin Seri Rosmah binti Mansor but she sent her apologies as she was unable to attend.

Guests included speakers of the Summit, international dignitaries and distinguished business women. Known as one of Asia’s most successful businesswomen, Founder of Sungjoo Group and Chairperson of MCM Inc, Ms Sung Joo Kim delivered the opening speech as she officiates this special occasion.

Upon arrival, guests were serenaded by the smooth sounds of the performing jazz band before the much anticipated showcase. Following the high energy fashion show, guests convened to the Hotel’s Grand Ballroom for a grand Gala Dinner to conclude the fashionable evening.

Founded in Germany, MCM is known for its luxury leather goods, apparel and footwear favoured by royalty and celebrities. MCM has established itself as a global luxury brand through its fine European artisanship, elegantly handcrafted products and opulent materials. Known for its sophistication and stylish functionality, MCM easily succeeded in amazing guests at Shangri-La Hotel, Kuala Lumpur with its latest collection.

Malaysia is the proud host of the 2013 Global Summit of Women which aims to provide a platform to explore practical strategies and best practices in advancing women’s economic opportunities around the world. More than 80 speakers from around the world will gather to share their experiences on a broad range of appealing topics.