Kimage

Funan Digitalife Mall 109 North Bridge Road #05-01 Singapore 179097 Contact: 6883 2700) www.kimage.com.sg

Why They Won: When it comes to those luscious locks that sit on your head, nothing can beat having a good experience at the hair-dressers. One bad snip and you'll probably run out crying afterwards. Having been around for 20 years or so, Kimage promises a good hair cut with their talented professionals. As they say, your looks are made complete by a good haircut and we know that the people at Kimage can be trusted. That's why you voted them didn't you?

Bet You Didn't Know: Established in 1996, Kimage Hairdressing School was has trained thousands of people in the art of haircuting.

Lee Hwa Jewellery

Over 20 locations island-wide. For the store nearest you, go t to www.leehwa.com.sg

Why They Won: With more than 25 boutiques island-wide, Lee Hwa is the largest jewellery chain in Singapore. One of the first few to popularise white gold here, Lee Hwa also innovated their signature "Purple Gold". Their designs draw inspirations from the hottest trends in both fashion and lifestyle.

House Specialty: Friday lunches feature live jazz on the patio from 11:30am-1pm.

Bet You Didn't Know: Lee Hwa Jewellery is one of the first to popularize white gold, but not to be outdone, Lee Hwa Jewellery has announced the purchase of Purple Gold, allowing it exclusive rights to manufacture, distribute and market the world's first purple gold. Priced at about 30 per cent more than white or yellow gold, purple gold is made of a gold alloy composed of 80 per cent pure gold and 20 per cent other metal components.

Royal Sporting House

Dozens of shops in 11 countries. To find the one nearest you, go to www.rshlimited.com/storelocator.php or www.royalsportinghouse.com

Why They Won: Incorporated in Singapore since 1977, RSH is one of Asia's leading sporting goods pioneers with a 28-year track record. The listed company has expanded into 11 countries, including Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, the Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Hong Kong. Royal Sporting House has since evolved into a fashion outlet for the sports fanatic. Their brands are internationally renowned like Reebok, Umbro and Puma while keeping an eye on fresh new brands too.

House Specialty: As a marketer and distributor, RSH Limited has exclusive distribution rights for over 60 world-renowned brand names. They are the undisputed leader for quality sporting, golfing and active lifestyle products and apparels. We go to them for our all our sporting needs as they carry a host of well-established brands that includes Reebok, Speedo, Lacoste, Wilson, Nautica, Puma, New Balance, Umbro, amongst others.

Bet You Didn't Know: That in Brunei, the chain is called simply RSH, because only royal family members can be called royal.

Cathay Photo

Marina Square and Peninsula Plaza, 315, Outram Road, #05-06, Tan Boon Liat Building, Singapore 169074 (Head Office), (65) 6225 3788, www.cathayphoto.com.sg

Why They Won: Everybody can relate to Cathay Photo store because the name itself is visible. Plus, having stores at Singapore's prominent camera hounds like Peninsula Plaza and Marina Square is a shoo-in for attracting people in.

House Specialty: Their motto that goes like this, "Sharply focused on meeting your needs." Don't tell us that did not whet your appetite already.

Acceptance Speech: "We're really excited to be selected by readers of THINK magazine for the Best Shopping (Camera Store) Award. Thank you for this honour! We will continue to strive to make your shopping experience with us a most enjoyable one." - William Toh, Director

Bet You Didn't Know: Cathay Photo is not part of Cathay Cinemas.