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Date 19-July-2005
  FAQ - Brand Name ClothesAlex C-G
 Where can I find name brand clothing? Can I find plus size clothing? What about shoes?The tourist Mecca of Xiangyang Market will have lots of clothes with brand names on them, though whether they could legitimately be called "brand name clothes" is debatable. Prada, Gucci and Armani shops stand empty across the land, save for a few brave souls who scope them out then look for the fake versions at the market. If you want to look the part, but still walk away with a healthy-looking wallet, then Xiangyang is probably the best place. Just remember to haggle like a demon. You can also find the knock-offs at Shimen No.1 Rd, Shanxi Rd and Maoming Rd, though you may have to dig around a bitFor the real thing, check out Xujiahui, SuperBrand Mall or Plaza 66. If you want off the rack plus-size clothes, then go to Changshu Rd, near Huaihai Rd, across from Maison Mode. For something a little better-fitting, try a tailor at the fabric market. You can show them a picture from a magazine of what you want, choose your own fabric and return some time later to pick it up. When it comes to shoes. unless you wear a 9 (US size) or 43 (China), then you can just about forget it. The best bet is to buy them at home. Occasionally though, deals do turn up. With larger sizes, you really have to dig for them and ask around a lot. For the truly desperate, look for Mr Wang at The Wang Hand Craft, 11 Xianxia Rd, Near Yan'an Rd (6229 3916) or 368 Shuicheng Rd (139 1662 7096) He can make you a custom pair for 800 RMB (men) or 500 RMB (women)
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