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About Sassy


Sassy Hong Kong is a group where girls can get together and make new friends while doing new and exciting things in the city. We’re all about fun, girly, enjoyable events. Living in Hong Kong can be like nothing we’ve ever experienced before. Vibrant, fast-paced and at times overwhelming, we think Hong Kong is at its best when you have friends to share it with!

How does Sassy Work?

You: Sign up for our mailing list

We: Send you an email before each of our events

You: Come to the event, chat, have fun, drink wine, eat nibbles… We like to keep things simple here at Sassy!

Sassy Events Read more about our upcoming events here.

Who is a typical Sassy Girl?

A. A career girl looking to have fun and make friends outside of work at our monthly Sassy Hour

B. A recently arrived “trailing spouse” who watches her husband go off to work and wonders what to do next?

C. A Hong Kong national returning home after study and work abroad

D. A girl looking for fashion and beauty events where she can meet new people

E. Any and all of the above!

Of course the answer is E! Whether you’re five minutes off the plane and in search of a new life, or you’ve been here for a while and are looking to expand your experiences and social group, then Sassy is for you.

Do you want to talk Chardonnay vs. Shiraz, waxing vs. threading, Louboutin vs. Louis Vuitton, ramen vs. dim sum…? we’re sure you’ll find like-minded individuals at one of our events.

The Sassy Girls

Hi there! I’m Natalie Firestone. I moved to Hong Kong from the States (originally Miami, Florida) in January of 2008. While I was excited to move to this incredible city, it was difficult for me to leave behind my friends and family – especially all of my new nieces and nephews. I’ve enjoyed the chance to live the urban lifestyle here in Hong Kong (taking taxis, walking everywhere, and yes, even learning to tolerate the fabulous sounds of all the construction). I really love Hong Kong’s international feel, as so many people have relocated here from other amazing parts of the world. I hope that Sassy Hong Kong is a great way for girls to meet and connect with each other while living in Hong Kong!
Hello! My name is Hester Aba and I’ve been in Hong Kong since March 2008, when I moved from Geneva, Switzerland with my husband. I’m originally from Bristol in England, though sadly I lost my West-Country accent a few years back. My background is in the Design Industry and love all things artsy and creative. I also have a passion for fashion, although you will rarely see me out of my jeans and heels uniform! I’m excited to be involved with Sassy for the opportunity to meet more great girls in Hong Kong, and to indulge in my girly side: planning events and looking after the Sassy website.
Hi! My name is Maura Thompson. I am originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and I was a New York City girl before moving to Hong Kong in May 2008. I moved here only two days after my wedding day…talk about a lot of life changes at once! This is my first experience living abroad and it has been one of the best decisions I ever made (sometimes I wonder if I will ever move home, but please don’t ever tell my mom that!). Living so far away from friends and family has been difficult at times, but the girlfriends that I have made in Hong Kong have been essential for those days when I am missing everything and everyone from home. I am thrilled to be a part of Sassy Hong Kong, and I am looking forward to the fun events we have planned for you!