Tag Archives: Borders

Uniqlo Replacing Borders at Parkway Parade

Posted on March 1, 2012 by bookjunkie

Update on 7 April 2012: Ok it’s open now and super crowded – I pass. What I posted earlier: I am not that thrilled about this, but many Uniqlo fans probably are. I think Uniqlo is not bad, especially for … Continue reading →

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Where Borders used to be – Desolation

Posted on December 10, 2011 by bookjunkie

Guess I am being overly dramatic, but it’s just sad to see Borders replaced by a John Little’s sales area. Seems so temporary and nothing here was tempting. With the carpets removed and the cement floors exposed it also made … Continue reading →

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Nearest Bookstore from Orchard MRT is now Prologue at ION

Posted on September 11, 2011 by bookjunkie

I guess Prologue was always nearer, but Borders was more popular. Prologue at ION, very cheekily announced a borderless sale with a huge sign where wheelock leads to ION. I found the 40% sale misleading (as most sales in Singapore … Continue reading →

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As Borders Singapore’s Wheelock outlet closes, I wonder what will replace it

Posted on August 20, 2011 by bookjunkie

Although I prefer to shop for books at Kinokuniya, the store has been so iconic that it’s quite sad to see it go. I hope a bookstore or cafe takes the spot and it’s not another clothing or Tech store. … Continue reading →

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Rental Disputes – Borders at Wheelock and Freshness Burger at Nex

Posted on August 18, 2011 by bookjunkie

Update on 19 August 2011: No More Borders at Wheelock Place. What I posted earlier: The latest news is that Borders at Wheelok is closed for now due to a rental dispute. But they are not closed for business and … Continue reading →

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Borders at Parkway Parade: Greeting Cards

Posted on May 22, 2011 by bookjunkie

So pretty. But a nice card with an attractive picture and a meaningful verse within, which used to cost about S$3 now costs at least about S$6.

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Borders Bookstore at Parkway Parade

Posted on January 25, 2011 by bookjunkie

Takashimaya is my favourite bookstore in Singapore, but my next pick would be Borders and the Borders I like best is the one at Parkway Parade.  It just seems cosier than the one in town.   They have Cookie Monster … Continue reading →

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Singapore Daily Photo: Red Ferrari

Posted on September 22, 2010 by bookjunkie

If I had a million dollars to spare the last thing I would do is buy a Ferrari as I am not that into cars. I just can’t justify to myself ever paying for much for something like that. B … Continue reading →

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Dome at Parkway Parade

Posted on July 26, 2010 by bookjunkie

The cafe, Dome is attached to Borders the bookstore at Parkway Parade. When it’s not too crowded it’s a nice place to have a chat. The Decor reminds us a bit of an old library, with its dark wood panelling, … Continue reading →

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