Joanna James
With so many fashion capitals and hubs around the world, have you ever wondered which cities are the best to shop in? Take a look at some of these suggestions if you are planning your next big overseas shopping adventure.
Paris, the city of lights and romance, is also one of the best shopping cities in the world. Understandably so, as it is the birthplace of haute couture. Parisian shops don't just sell clothes, but a lifestyle. Also, you don't have to be filthy rich to go on a Parisian shopping spree. Concept stores like Merci sell rejected designer goods in mint condition. You can find labels like Annick Goutal's perfume selection and clothes by Yves St Laurent and Stella McCartney at incredible prices. Colette is another department store offering discounted designer items.
The Malaysian capital never fails to impress in its remarkable, offerings of department stores. Out of the top ten largest malls in the world, three can be found right here in KL. At 1 Utama, there are over 650 shops to discover, plus the continent's biggest indoor rock climbing centre, a gigantic rooftop garden of tropical flora, and an artificial rainforest with koi fish ponds.
KL has the winning combination of top-quality shopping, reasonable prices, and an exhaustive selection in terms of variety.
The prices in London are anything but cheap, just the taxi fare alone will make you reel. But when it comes to class, no other city beats London. According to the Globe Shopper Index, London ranks as the leading European city for shopping.
London beats all other European cities in the quantity and availability of international and local brands. Vintage shopping is also amazing in London, as are its markets. Don't just type in "good market near me" into your Google search bar while in London; refer blogs such as Shopping in Focus that will provide you with lists of the best markets around. London's shopping scene is daring and diverse. For example, Liberty Department Store has a Tudor-style veneer with fireplaces included, but its inventory is modern, stylish and cool. Their designer stationery, unique kitchen supplies, and clothes, all exude a contemporary aura.
The streets of Tokyo offer some of the best shopping experiences to its travellers. International brands like Isetan are popular among visitors. Their massive flagship shop in Shinjuku is eight different buildings extending across two blocks! The staff at Isetan is multi-lingual. You can find English, Korean and Chinese-speaking staff, plus an interpretation service.
The Big Apple's diversity in style and interpretation is unmatched anywhere else in the Globe. To get a taste of what's unique about shopping in NYC, go to Rare Vintage.
You will discover pieces from every imaginable period from the last hundred years of fashion. Expect to stumble on designs from houses like Galanos, Givenchy, Dior, Pierre Cardin, Ungaro, Ossie Clark and the list goes on.
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A travel writer who has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
