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May 22, 2023

Prepare to be dazzled as Havelock City Mall, the newest and most vibrant retail haven in Sri Lanka, opens its doors in August 2023. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world-class shopping extravaganza, right in the heart of Colombo!

Nestled at the gateway of Havelock City, the largest and most innovative integrated mixed-use project in Sri Lanka, Havelock City Mall is developed by Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC the owner, manager, and developer of the iconic World Trade Center.

Spanning over 200,000 square feet, Havelock City Mall is a retail paradise, housing six premier anchor tenants that include ODEL, Cargills Food Hall, Scope Cinema, Food Studio, Cool Planet, and Abans. On top of that, there are 132 other outlets, offering an unparalleled selection of fashion and accessories, entertainment options, tantalizing food and beverages, convenient services, electronics, homeware, and gifts and novelties.

For food enthusiasts, the options at Havelock City Mall are nothing short of a culinary odyssey. Embark on a journey through a vibrant food court, where global cuisines and local favourites intermingle, expertly crafted by an array of over 30 specialty restaurants, quick-service gems, cosy cafes, and sports bars.

Havelock City Mall will also unveil its astonishing entertainment line-up. Prepare to be captivated by a 1,000-seat, six-screen multiplex, along with the first and only premium, large format IMAX cinema in Sri Lanka. For the young and young-at-heart, the Wet & Wild Adventure Zone promises thrills and spills, while the Jungle Zone beckons with its climbing wall and for those seeking aquatic adventures, the Ocean Zone offers an array of water play activities that are sure to make a splash. Gaming fans will be thrilled with the gaming arcade that offers Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) games for the whole family.

Pravir Samarasinghe, Group CEO/Director of Overseas Realty (Ceylon) PLC, stated, “The past three years have been challenging, but we’ve overcome the challenges of the pandemic and the financial crisis. Today, we stand strong, brimming with optimism and confidence for the future. We are extremely excited as we believe our mall has unique features that make us special. With its superior development concept, perfect size, central location, and meticulously curated collection of international and local brands, it’s destined to become the ultimate modern lifestyle suburban mall, catering to the entire family – a happy place for our shoppers.”

Its strategic central location puts it at the epicentre of convenience, with over 180,000 households within a mere 15-minute drive. Not to mention, it’s just steps away from the 1,000 luxurious apartments of Havelock City and the Mireka Tower, which will be home to nearly 6,000 office staff. This unparalleled accessibility ensures that residents of Colombo 3, 4, 5, and 6, as well as those in Dehiwela, Mount Lavinia, Nugegoda, Maharagama, Kottawa, Kirulapone, Narahenpita, Rajagiriya, Nawala, Kotte, and beyond, can all revel in the retail wonderland that awaits!

April 10, 2023

Comfort World International, a science-led bedding manufacturer, and Odel, Sri Lanka’s premier lifestyle fashion retail department store chain, have announced a new partnership to offer customers a wide range of bedding solutions that are both comfortable and innovative. Comfort World is renowned for its high-quality mattresses and bedding products, which are designed using science, research, and years of experience to enhance the overall well-being of its users.

“We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Odel and bring our bedding solutions to their customers. At Comfort World, we believe that good sleep is essential for a healthy and productive life, and we are dedicated to providing products that promote this. Our mattresses are manufactured using the latest technology and are designed to provide the perfect balance of comfort and support,” said Naushad Mohideen, Chairman of Comfort World International.

Comfort World is the sole licensee to manufacture and distribute both Spring Air and Serta mattresses in Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Seychelles. The company has a strong presence in the hospitality industry and is the chosen supplier for bedding solutions in several hotels. With this partnership, Comfort World is looking to expand its reach to a wider audience through Odel’s extensive network.

March 14, 2018

“Every Woman is a Queen” sang Queen Latifah, and on March 8, ODEL rolled out the right royal treatment for all women customers visiting its flagship store at Alexandra Place, to celebrate International Women’s Day with the élan and extravagance the store is reputed for.

Every woman entering the portals of the grand mansion on that day was greeted with a courteous bow and a gift of a branded cushion in purple, the colour associated with royalty, nobility and prestige, atop which sat a glittering tiara.

Themed ‘Feel Royal,’ the day’s programme included a throne at the Atrium with the expected accoutrements for photographs; discounts on all purchases of ladies’ wear; a gift of a necklace with every purchase at ‘Backstage’; discounts on food at the ‘Promenade’ food court; tea tasting with Dilmah at ‘Blend’ and purple coloured cupcakes at ‘Delight.’

“ODEL has always been a favourite rendezvous point for women because we offer everything they desire — clothing, accessories, footwear, cosmetics, home ware and lifestyle products in an ambience that allows them to relax and enjoy a shopping experience that is unmatched in Sri Lanka,” a spokesperson for the store said. “On International Women’s Day we raised the bar even higher with our ‘Feel Royal’ programme to recognise and celebrate women.”

Pictured here are some of the ladies who visited ODEL on International Women’s Day experiencing the royal treatment rolled out especially for them.

February 5, 2018

If fashion is about dressing for the occasion, time and place, ODEL’s beach-inspired Spring 2018 Collection gives inhabitants of the paradise isle and visitors the perfect attire and accessories to effect a chic seasonal makeover.

Reminiscent of a non-stop beach vacation, the Spring Collection at Colombo’s favourite department store lends itself to looks inspired by the sea, and also explores elements of the recent, glimmering ‘modern mermaid’ trend.

Aptly themed ‘Beyond the Sea’, the just-in collection made of an assortment of textures unveiled on the 1^st of February features pieces fashioned from chiffon, crepe, cotton viscose, linen, crushed velvet, sequin silk, transparent sheer fabric and multiple sequin patterned fabrics.

A mix of chic and rustic designs, complete with stripes, tropical prints, and palm fringes the collection is inspired by world-renowned brands such as Balmain, Gucci, Valentino, Prada, Elie Saab, and Jason Wu; and come in shades of blue, pink, green, gold, silver, yellow, green, brown, and red redolent of the ocean, glorious sunsets and all things beachy.

“Spring is a time for frolicking, and for most, it is the time to get out there and really experience the beauty of the ocean. Our Spring 2018 Collection is inspired by the sea and its intricacies, and especially by the latest and popular ‘mermaid’ trend that’s taken the world by storm,” said Ms Desiree Karunaratne, Group Marketing Director of Softlogic Holdings which owns the iconic department store chain. “We see fashion as a vehicle of self expression; and for that, the collection gives plenty of opportunity.”

The ‘seanic’ collection also extends itself to fashion lines for men and kids, which too feature tropical prints and light colours. The matching accessories collection also explores oceanic elements in lighter shades, with beads and tassels to complete the ensemble.

Furthermore, in keeping with the theme, the Home Collection at ODEL showcases a product line that touches on coastal interior styles with beach tones, seaside motifs, and rustic, nautical themed items.

Staying true to the oceanic theme, all ODEL department stores are now dressed in accents evocative of the ocean, giving shoppers the feeling of a beach vacation as they pick out their outfits for spring.

Pictured here are some of ODEL’s Spring 2018 creations and displays at the company’s flagship store at Alexandra Place, Colombo 7.

November 14, 2017

Opens up ‘A whole new world’ of shopping and good cheer

Big spaces, bigger brands and the biggest baubles you have seen have come into dramatic play this Christmas at Sri Lanka’s snazziest department store, ODEL.

Themed ‘A whole new world,’ this year’s festive transformation sees the iconic Alexandra Place mansion adorned in celebratory splendour complete with throngs of bright red, dazzling gold, and shimmery silver baubles.

‘Bauble bushes’ have cropped up all over the store and will soon adorn the roundabout in front of it. Inside the store, gigantic matt and metallic bauble wreaths in the festive shades of choice have been strung across the ceilings, and even the trees in the vicinity are plenteous with bright coloured giant baubles that shout out that the season of good cheer is upon us.

Noteworthy big global brands, exciting new products, unparalleled offerings, seasonal features, special bank promotions and extended shopping hours have now been introduced as the countdown to Christmas begins. And, with the recently added 10,000 square feet of elegant shopping space, ODEL is encouraging visitors to experience a whole new world of fashion retail indulgence.

The store has also launched a scintillating new fashion collection for its style connoisseurs, inspired by brands such as Dolce & Gabbana, Ellie Saab, Miu Miu, Alexander McQueen, Marchesa, Gucci, Chanel, Versace and Fenty X Puma.

This special Christmas collection is accentuated with the colours of festive grandeur such as red, silver, pale gold, beige, white, and shades of blue. Drawing from a futuristic sense of fashion encompassing elements of galactic prints and modern metallics that is all the vogue currently, this collection features statement pieces delicately crafted from shimmer fabrics, satin, silk, crepe viscose, metallic fabrics, velvet, georgette, ponte fabric and eyelash lace trims.

Stripes, rose prints, space prints and planet prints make a stunning appearance in this year’s seasonal fashion collection.

“For our customers, ODEL is where the festive season begins each year, and we go to extraordinary lengths to create the magic they look forward to,” said Ms Desiree Karunaratne, Group Marketing Director of Softlogic Holdings PLC, which owns the ODEL chain.

“With our exciting new shopping spaces, a sparkling new fashion collection, new brand additions that are just in, a promenade that spoils one for F&B choice and the essence of Christmas so aptly captured through our thematic décor, the store will offer a wholesome Christmas shopping experience for the entire family. In keeping with our theme, ODEL has opened up a whole new world to shoppers in Colombo this season.”

Spreading the yuletide cheer, there will be various choirs performing entertainment acts throughout the season at the store. Santa Claus will also be patrolling ODEL Alexandra Place from 16^th to 24^th December, providing children an opportunity to take their selfies with him.

As in previous years, visitors to ODEL will have all the traditional requirements they have come to expect, from gift vouchers and exclusive Christmas hampers, a host of gastronomic seasonal specialities at ‘Delight’ and a Home Department overflowing with Christmas décor. Adding to the excitement of shopping at ODEL this season will be two special weekend promotions for HSBC and American Express credit card holders in the month of December. All this makes ODEL everybody’s Special Seasonal Department Store.

When seasonal shopping gets into full swing, the ODEL Alexandra Place store will stay open till 11 pm on the weekends of 9^th and 10^th and 16^th and 17^th December, and from 21^st to 24^th December. On other week days during this period, the Alexandra Place and Thalawathugoda stores will stay open till 10 pm and all other ODEL stores will also work extended hours. On 30^th and 31^st December, all ODEL stores will stay open till 11pm.

September 11, 2017

Nature continues to enthral fashion designers around the world, whose efforts to synergise their creations with the environment are well represented in the latest collection unveiled by ODEL to celebrate fall 2017.

Mirroring the patterns and shades of botanical bliss, the new collection takes its inspiration from some of the planet’s best known designers – Balmain, Gucci, Valentino, Prada, Elie Saab and Jason Wu and is supported by a campaign themed ‘Botanica’ which will also transform store interiors and decor. Featuring fabrics as diverse as crepe, matte satin silk, tweed, organza, chiffon, fennel, georgette and corduroy among others, the Botanica collection uses botanical, vintage floral and check prints with embroidery detailing for a truly distinctive look and feel.

The new collection uses elements of nature such as flowers, plants, landscapes, insects and other animals that stimulate our affinity with the environment while incorporating advancements made possible by technology.

Khaki green, orange, brown, grey, dark blue, white, beige and other earthy shades enhance the collection’s nexus with nature and are in harmony with local conditions and settings. A matching jewellery collection emulates the theme with earthy elements such as leaf prints, insects and flowers, ensuring ODEL shoppers can perfectly sync their clothing and accessories.

“The Botanica collection is particularly interesting as it reflects the synergistic energy with the environment that the fashion industry is beginning to explore globally,” said Ms Desiree Karunaratne, Group Marketing Director of Softlogic Holdings, which owns the ODEL chain. “At ODEL, we too are digging deeper to understand what it means to be a fashion brand in the age of sustainability. The Botanica collection is just one example of Green fashion, sustainability and care for the environment which is embodied in our latest themed campaign.”

As always, the fall 2017 collection will be available across all ODEL stores around the country and will offer a selection to suit all age groups, genders and sizes, and will include matching shoes, bags and other fashion accessories.

Acknowledged as Sri Lanka’s premier trend defining fashion and lifestyle retail brand, ODEL also has stores at Majestic City, Crescat, Nugegoda, Kohuwala, Thalawathugoda, Mt. Lavinia, Moratuwa, Panadura, Battaramulla, Wattala, Ja-Ela (K Zone), Kiribathgoda, Kalubowila (ODEL Home) and Kandy City Centre and ‘Luv SL’ stores at the Dutch Hospital complex and Crescat in Colombo, at Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa Bentota, the Galle Fort, Queen’s Hotel Kandy, Negombo and Pinnawala and at the Bandaranaike International Airport (BIA).

Introducing Havelock City Mall: Sri Lanka’s Ultimate Shopping Destination

Comfort World International and Odel Partner to Offer Innovative Bedding Solutions

ODEL pulls out all stops to make women ‘Feel Royal’ on International Women’s Day

ODEL sets sail ‘Beyond the Sea’ with oceanic Spring 2018 Collection

ODEL heralds a bigger, bolder and ‘baubled’ Christmas

ODEL’s new ‘Botanica’ fall collection promotes synergy with nature