Been There – Shanghai Limited Edition

The Starbucks Been There Shanghai Limited Edition is one of the most unusual regional releases in the entire Been There collection. It appears to have been created for the opening of the Bearista Town pop-up store and museum in Shanghai, making it much more than a standard city mug. The most striking feature is its elegant chocolate-brown and gold color palette, which gives the mug a premium look unlike any regular Been There release. It even comes packaged in a matching chocolate-brown gift box, the first time Starbucks has used this color for Been There mug packaging, making the presentation just as collectible as the mug itself.… Read more

Been There Ornament – Shanghai Limited Edition

I’ve already mentioned the release of the limited-edition Shanghai mug and ornament in an earlier post. The collection appears to be tied to the opening of the Bearista Town pop-up store and museum in Shanghai. As an avid ornament collector, I simply couldn’t pass up the opportunity, so I ordered the Been There Ornament Shanghai Limited Edition, which arrived yesterday. My first impression? It looks even better in person. The combination of rich chocolate-brown and gold tones gives it a premium feel that immediately sets it apart from other ornaments in the series.… Read more

The brand new releases from Shanghai’s Starbucks Bearista Town store

Starbucks has introduced a truly unique concept in Shanghai – an exclusive location that feels more like a museum, fully dedicated to the world of Bearistas. Celebrating the character’s 29-year journey, the space brings together hundreds of Bearistas from across different cities and regions, along with a curated collection of limited-edition merchandise. It is a playful and highly collectible-focused release that blends storytelling with design.

The merchandise collection – including the mug, ornament, stainless steel tumbler, and tote bag – stands out as one of the most refined interpretations of the Been There series so far.… Read more

Been There Ornament – Shanghai

Here is the smaller version of the previously reviewed mug for China’s biggest city. Despite its size, Been There Ornament Shanghai still has a lot to offer:

– An intricate depiction of Shanghai’s iconic skyline, showcasing the futuristic silhouettes of the Oriental Pearl Tower and the Shanghai Tower against a vibrant sunset. This dynamic skyline represents the city’s rapid modernization and innovative spirit, making it a symbol of urban sophistication.

The Bund, with its historic colonial architecture stands proudly along the Huangpu River.… Read more

Been There – Shanghai

Starbucks Been There Shanghai is a mug for a global metropolis on China’s eastern coast that experienced transformative growth in the 19th century when it emerged as a major trading port following the Treaty of Nanking in 1842. This pivotal moment opened the city to international trade, leading to a period of rapid development and cosmopolitan influence. As foreign concessions sprang up, Shanghai became a melting pot of cultures and architectural styles, blending traditional Chinese elements with Western innovations. The city’s iconic Bund area, with its historic buildings from the early 20th century, and its modern skyline featuring skyscrapers like the Shanghai Tower, reflect this rich tapestry of history and progress.… Read more

You Are Here – Shanghai

Starbucks You Are Here – Shanghai – is one of 23 Chinese mugs released in September 2017.
Shanghai is the major city in China with population of over 24 million people. It’s also global financial hub with the busiest container port in the world. Starbucks placed Lujiazui – a financial district of Shanghai on the front of the mug. Some of the buildings can be easily identified:
Oriental Pearl Tower – a 1,535 feet (468 m) high TV tower built in 1994.… Read more

Relief – Shanghai Silver

This Relief mug was released for Shanghai, China and it’s main color is silver. Following elements (points of attraction) are engraved on the mug Yu Garden, Garden Bridge, SPD Bank, Customs House Shanghai, Peace Hotel, Oriental Pearl Tower, Shanghai International Conference Center, Bank of China Tower, Pudong Shangri-La, Starbucks Xintiandi, Jin Mao Tower, SWFC, Shanghai Tower.. Production date: November 2016… Read more

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