Inside the World of Stace: ALICE + OLIVIA Hong Kong
An exclusive evening of fashion, art and pure glamour at The Magistracy, Tai Kwun — October 9, 2026
By: ALICE + OLIVIA Editorial | Published: October 2026
A Night in the World of Stace
The Magistracy — that storied colonial courthouse nestled within the cultural complex of Tai Kwun — was barely recognisable by the time Stacey and her team had finished with it. Every surface was a love letter to the brand's founding obsessions: lush floral installations spilled from every corner, rich jewel-toned hues wrapped the walls, and ornate, vintage-inspired details turned the historic space into something closer to a fever dream than a cocktail party.
At the very heart of the room stood a dramatic dress installation — a centrepiece that stopped every arriving guest in their tracks. Constructed around the brand's signature Rouge Romance rose print — the same intoxicating bloom Stacey herself wore that evening — it was at once a work of art and a declaration of intent: this night was going to be something.
The iconic Stace Face, the brand's beloved signature motif, was woven throughout the space in ways both grand and intimate, setting the stage for a series of creative collaborations developed exclusively for Hong Kong.
The Guest List
Stacey welcomed an extraordinary constellation of friends, celebrities, VIPs, media and members of Hong Kong's creative community into the World of Stace. Korean pop star and Friend of the Brand JEON SOMI was the jewel in the crown of an already dazzling guest list, arriving in show-stopping ALICE + OLIVIA (more on her looks below).
She was joined by an array of luminaries: Grace Chan, Jeannie Ng, Gigi Cheung, Hedy Chan, Elanne Kong, Larine Tang, Asha Cuthbert, Jen Zhou, Taylor R, Sue Chang and many more — a who's who of Hong Kong's fashion, entertainment and creative worlds, all dressed to the absolute nines.
Only in Hong Kong
The Stace Face doesn't just decorate — it collaborates. For the Hong Kong event, Stacey commissioned a series of exclusive experiences that could only exist in this city, with these artists, on this night.
Hong Kong doll artist Ning Lau reinterpreted the iconic Stace Face as an exclusive collectible doll charm — a miniature objet d'art that guests could take home as a piece of the evening. Guests also had the chance to make their ALICE + OLIVIA pieces their very own, personalising a selection of styles through custom embroidery executed on-site.
The evening's most theatrical moment belonged to Hong Kong artist Natari Sadik, who hand-painted a one-of-a-kind pair of embellished jeans live during the event — watching artistry unfold in real time, the finished piece modelled on the spot by Katherine Saje. And for those who wanted their own grand entrance immortalised, a high-energy Glambot activation captured every arriving look in cinematic slow motion, because at the World of Stace, every moment deserves a film crew.
Food, Music & Local Flavour
If the décor set the scene, the food and music kept the magic alive long into the night. Stacey partnered with beloved Hong Kong bakery Butter to create custom confections that felt as beautifully considered as the brand itself — sweet, indulgent, and impossible to resist. Italian gelato institution Messina brought its Hong Kong outpost's most dreamy scoops to the party, while the room pulsed with energy courtesy of a DJ set by Christi McGarry, whose soundtrack gave the evening its heartbeat: celebratory, joyful, and just a little bit glamorous.
It was a night that felt deeply, unmistakably Hong Kong — rooted in the city's creative community and its own extraordinary energy — while being entirely, unmistakably Stace.
Standout Looks from the World of Stace
The pieces that made the night — and how to wear them.
From a sweeping black lace gown to a playful embellished knit, the looks worn at The Magistracy that evening were a masterclass in what ALICE + OLIVIA does best: dressing women to feel extraordinary. Here, the styles that stopped the room — and where to shop them now.
VIVIANA LACE GOWN — Black
For the moments that demand nothing less than a full gown: the Viviana arrived at The Magistracy in all her black-blossom lace glory. An off-the-shoulder sweetheart neckline, a stretch mesh lining, and a sweeping full-length skirt made this the unequivocal statement of the evening. Shop the Viviana Lace Gown.
ROUGE ROMANCE — The Print of the Night
The rose-red print at the heart of the venue's showstopping dress installation was the same intoxicating Rouge Romance bloom that Stacey Bendet herself wore to the event. The print lives across two stunning silhouettes in the current collection — the Diana Structured Midi Dress in Rouge Romance Black (Style CC610P67504B939) and the Vera Drop Waist Flare Mini Dress in Rouge Romance Black ($495). These are not the exact pieces from the evening, but they carry the very same spirit. Shop the Vera Flare Mini Dress.
Shop ALICE + OLIVIA
Discover the full collection and find your own standout look — in-store in Hong Kong or online at asia.aliceandolivia.com.
Shop the CollectionShop ALICE + OLIVIA in Hong Kong
Experience ALICE + OLIVIA in person at one of our Hong Kong locations, or shop the full collection online.
- E-shop: asia.aliceandolivia.com
- IFC: Shop 3078b, Level 3, IFC Mall, Central. Tel: +852 2234 7253
- Harbour City: Shop 2404, Level 2, Gateway Arcade, 5–25 Canton Road, Harbour City, Tsim Sha Tsui. Tel: +852 2390 9666
- K11 Musea: Shop 222, Level 2, K11 MUSEA, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui. Tel: +852 2390 0100
- ELEMENTS: Shop 1059, First Level, Elements, 1 Austin Road West, Kowloon. Tel: +852 2386 8287
- Citygate Outlet: Shop 329, L3, Citygate, 18–20 Tat Tung Road, Tung Chung, Lantau. Tel: +852 2392 2180
About ALICE + OLIVIA
What is ALICE + OLIVIA?
Founded in 2002, ALICE + OLIVIA began with Stacey Bendet's quest to design the perfect pair of pants and has since evolved into a leading contemporary lifestyle brand. Celebrated for blending whimsical, flirty details with sexy, sophisticated silhouettes, the brand empowers women through bold design — encouraging self-expression and inspiring them to feel their most powerful.
What is the World of Stace?
The World of Stace is an immersive expression of the ALICE + OLIVIA universe — a universe built on romanticism, opulence, whimsy and over-the-top glamour. Brought to life through exclusive brand events, the World of Stace brings together fashion, art and local culture, inviting guests to step fully inside the brand's DNA. The Hong Kong edition, held at The Magistracy, Tai Kwun on October 9, 2026, was the latest chapter in this ongoing story.
Where can I shop ALICE + OLIVIA in Hong Kong?
ALICE + OLIVIA has multiple locations across Hong Kong — at IFC Mall (Central), Harbour City (Tsim Sha Tsui), K11 MUSEA (Tsim Sha Tsui), ELEMENTS (Kowloon) and Citygate Outlet (Tung Chung) — as well as an Asia e-shop at asia.aliceandolivia.com.
Credits
@somsomi0309 JEON SOMI · @ghlchan Grace Chan · @kayan9896 Jeannie Ng · @gigiicheung Gigi Cheung · @hedy_hoiyi Hedy Chan · @elannek930 Elanne Kong · @lllarine Larine Tang · @ashaetc Asha Cuthbert · @jen.zhou Jen Zhou · @taytay_xx Taylor R · @suechangg Sue Chang · @ninglau Ning Lau · @natarisadik_illustration Natari Sadik · @katherinesaje Katherine Saje · @christi.mcgarry Christi McGarry · @butter_hk Butter · @gelatomessinahk Messina · @magistracydiningroom The Magistracy at Tai Kwun