It is quite fashionable in Hong Kong to carry an umbrella. And unlike, India, it is easy to find an umbrella, they are everywhere. Even the 7-11's (they are like Starbucks in the US, in terms of presence) have their own branded umbrella (in multi-rainbow colors). I am wondering when Louis Vuitton will come out with their $1000 USD version (mainland Chinese would buy it). Or perhaps, they already have.
Yes, these umbrellas protect during rainy season, but most importantly they protect the Asian (female) skin from sun damage. Women here are fanatical about maintaining white skin. Wait, Indians are the same, think this is a colonialist bi-product. When the British invaded both HK and India, the English ladies had parasols glued to their fingers.
Oh, and bring your own sunscreen to HK, unless you prefer UV 80+
No comments:
Post a Comment