New OMEGA CONSTELLATION '09 Launch with Brand Ambassador, Zhang Ziyi

Oct 28, 2009,02:07 AM
 





27 October, Singapore  -   Mr Stephen Urguhart, President of OMEGA and OMEGA newest brand ambassador,
Ms Zhang Ziyi were in Singapore for the opening ceremony of their flagship boutique at the ION Orchard. 


Following, Ms Zhang Ziyi launched the 2009 Constellation Collection along with an exhibition
showcasing the evolution of the OMEGA Constellation Collection over the past 60 years. 

The
Constellation exhibition is is open daily to the public from 10am to 10pm
till 8 November
on Level 1, the atrium of ION Orchard.
(Please click here to view the exhibition)







In the same evening, OMEGA invited their guests to celebrate the launch of the
OMEGA Constellation Collection '09 at the St Regis - Singapore.


6:50 pm at  The St Regis - Singapore


The giant wallpaper of OMEGA Constellation with Zhang Ziyi occupied the main-wall outside the John Jacob Ballroom.


The reception ...


 Entering to Ballroom lobby





Showcases with the Constellation Collection ...



The latest collection of the elegant Constellations is with the Co-Axial movement !














 
So do you "fall in love with the look and marvel at the performance" with the pieces ?




Before entering the main Ballroom ...


The seating plan of 26 tables, labeled with the names of Constellations...


7:00pm A peek at the Ballroom...

The ambience was like entering into the universe and be surrounded by the stars ...


The table arrangement


The door-gift and a Constellation brochure


A normal view with lighting adjusted, what's inside the RED Pouch ?



Views of the Ballroom set up from different corners ...

At the right hand corner of the room.  Stage on the right and the entrance at the left ...




View from the left corner




Banquet staff coordinating the details, AV technicians test-run their systems ...


Mr David Ponzo, President of Swatch Group, Singapore and Vice President of Omega, South East Asia
doing a check of the VIP table arrangement ...


 and discussing the final details with the event controller ...



Outside the ballroom, the receptionists, camera and video personnels were ready ....



At about 7:15pm, some guests arrived.

Pre-dinner cocktails were served ....


The reception team welcome the guests and advised on their table-name ... a tag with the name was given to
every guests as a reminder.



Picture-taking session for guests ...




(L-R) Mr David Ponzo, Mr Anthony Lim (Chairman & Managing Director of Cortina Group) &  Mr Stephen Urguhart


Some local celebrities ...



At about 7:50pm, the lobby was packed !













Just before 8pm, Mr David Ponzo and Ms Maria Kong (Marketing Communication Manager of OMEGA, Singapore)
doing a final check ...




8:05pm The banquet staff stand in a straight line formation ...



The Ballroom doors open and guests were invited to proceed to their seats ...














The LIVE music commenced ...




Reading the solid dinner menu ... and Omega tea was served too!







While all the guests were seated comfortably inside the ballroom .....



Zhang Ziyi arrived ...



When the first part of the performance ended, the emcee appeared and greeted everyone.
Then he asked for both Mr Stephen Urguhart, President of OMEGA and OMEGA newest brand ambassador,Ms Zhang Ziyi
to the stage.


The emcee gave a brief introduction of the Zhang Ziyi's achievements - the movies she starred in...
ranging from the "Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon", 'House of Flying Daggers', "Forever Enthralled" and
"Memoirs of a Geisha".


A snapshot from one of films she starred in -  the elegant blind dancer in 'House of Flying Daggers'.


Next a tip for her potential suitors ....
"I say next time, you prepare a ring and a watch with diamonds. Then I will say yes, definitely," said Zhang Ziyi.


A short filmlet of the afternoon ION Boutique opening ...


Then Mr Stephen Urquhart welcomed  Zhang Ziyi as an OMEGA brand ambassador and briefly mentioned the roles...


Listening attentively ...



 Later three superstars extended their best wishes and welcomed  Zhang Ziyi to
the OMEGA family of ambassadors in a videotaped message ...


Starting with supermodel Cindy Crawford


Watching closely ...


Oscar-winning actress Nicole Kidman


and Oscar-winning actor George Clooney (who took on the role as Brad Pitt smile  )




Emcee wishing Zhang Ziyi all the best to her new role ...






Dinner comenced ...


Veloute of Celeriac with smoked duck


In between, more entertainments accompanied the good food ...



Pine Nut-raisin crusted King Scallop, braised leek Beurre Blanc


Oven Roasted Balsamic-Teriyaki Gaized Fillet of Black Cod, accompanied with asparagus & Kumara Mousseline


Braised Beef Cheek accompanied with asparagus & Kumara Mousseline


Fruit Minestrone accompanied with OMEGA Sorbet


Lastly, the important content in the RED Pouch ...


A unique key to a transparent-safebox containing the Constelllation with box signed by  Zhang Ziyi !
Guests can try their luck at the OMEGA Boutique at ION Ochard.



The signed piece of Constellation by Zhang Ziyi.
(The transparent safebox is on her right)


Thanks to OMEGA for the wonderful evening
and
All the best to Guests of OMEGA!!


Kong








This message has been edited by Kong on 2009-11-01 00:39:33


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Excellent coverage Kong!

 
 By: fernando : October 28th, 2009-03:28
Thanks for showing us what a fabulous event this has been.I guess watch manufacturers are going all out to woo their prospective customers - lucky for us! Will be attending the IWC event this evening at the 1881 Heritage in HK. Guest will include Zenedine... 

Now that's competition!

 
 By: Kong : October 28th, 2009-03:44
Thanks Fernando. If Rain is coming, then it will be a draw! Be careful of ladies gate-crashing Kong

awesome

 
 By: sergey.sergienko : October 28th, 2009-05:55
This reporting is awesome, thanks. I suppose it was great time

Thanks

 
 By: revinhigh : October 28th, 2009-07:30
for the great coverage and pictures!

Thank you, Kong, for the event coverage . . .

 
 By: Dr No : October 28th, 2009-09:17
. . . and kudos to Omega for hosting in style. Wish I was there . . . cordially, Art

beautiful report, well done, Kong.

 
 By: FanFrancisco : October 28th, 2009-09:21

You are everywhere, my friend!

 
 By: amanico : October 28th, 2009-09:29
Aaah, A moderator's life is really bad! Best, and thanks for sharing this superbly organized event. Nicolas

That's a fantastic event Kong!

 
 By: patrick_y : October 28th, 2009-09:40
Wow, that's a super event! Many thanks for the coverage and fantastic photographs Kong! Very impressive event. Congratulations to Omega for putting on such a STELLAR event!

Wow....

 
 By: Andy : October 28th, 2009-12:08
what an amazing evening..!! The food was to die for and what a competition..!! Omega really know how to pick their ambassadors....and now without doubt my favourite actress for her talent and incredible beauty..!! The new range is pretty good too.. Yours,... 

Fantastic, Kong

 
 By: yesjb : October 29th, 2009-06:39
Wonderful write-up and pics! Looks like it was a grand event. Great watches too! Many thanks for sharing. Joseph

What a great evening!

 
 By: AlexSunrise : October 30th, 2009-09:10
It looks like everyone had a great time. Thanks for sharing, Kong! Have a great weekend, Alex