So, as a certified shopaholic (and a shoeaholic as well), I would like to recommend the following shopping havens that are budget friendly, safe and convenient.
GREENHILLS
This includes the V-mall, Shopsville and Promenade.
If you are a gadget freak, you are in the right place. They have everything. Sold new or 2nd hand. Gadgets from China to Germany. You name it, they got it. You just need to find a friendly sales person and cut a good deal. But beware, sometimes, you might buy a GSM (galing sa magnanakaw) item. You might get surprised when all of a sudden, your phone gets blocked by NTC. Just make sure you check everything before you purchase.
Signature items for sale. You go to mall to find the original thing and then go out to the tiangges and find the exact replica. Overruns, Class A, AA, AAA bags, watches, clothes and shoes. Of course a lot of people would think that buying the fake items would save them money. Like they always say: "nasa nagdadala lang yan". Well, thats true. But then again, its still fake. So dont go bragging about it. If you cant afford the real thing, dont buy the replica. Save your money and buy the original or else, just buy the local brands. Its affordable, authentic and you are helping our economy.
Tiangge. I love the tiangge. If you have P1,000.00, you would be able to purchase a whole outfit. I swear! Well, you have to be resourceful and at the same time experimetal with fashion. A tank top (P150.00) + a maong shorts (P250.00) + baby doll shoes (P350.00) = very casual outfit for only P750.00! You have P250.00 left to buy yourself a set of earrings and bangles. See! What more can you buy if you have lots of cash in your wallet?
DAPITAN
Suki Market. Yup, its literally a market. If you want baskets of California Maki or some puto, this is the place to buy them. So the next time you are going to a pot-luck party, you know what to bring.
Dapitan Arcade. You want your house look like a home without spending much? Go buy your stuff here. Everything, and i mean everything is cheap. Incredibly cheap! But if you put everything together, you'll never guess how much you saved instead of buying them from the mall. Christmas season is when they get very crowded. Its because of the Santas and The Nativity and the Christmas Trees are overflowing. Christmas decorations in all sizes, shapes, and colors. But no matter how crowded it is, you'll go home happy and satisfied with your purchases.
MANDALUYONG
Golden Weaves Fabric Depot. This is where you can buy very affordable pillows (and curtains and some other stuff). My boyfriend's sister hired an interior designer and she took us there. Instantly, I was smiling. Pillows as low as P50.00, hotdog pillows for P175.00 and big pillows for P250.00. Since everything is on sale (like, everyday!), it would be a sin not to hoard. With the convenient parking and very friendly (and good looking) owner, what more can you ask for? My friends are so gonna be getting something soft this Christmas! hahaha! oh, grow up! Adults dont need to get surprise gifts!
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT
Duty Free. You don't need a passport or be a Balikbayan to be able to access the store. To the local people in Olonggapo, this is their grocery (sosyal!). The last time we went there with my friends, we were able to buy Lacoste shirts, Havaianas and Nike shoes 50% off the original price. If I compare it to the sale items here in Manila, its still cheaper there by a hundred bucks or more. Plus they have many designs and sizes available, unlike some other depots.
The best part is, you are in Subic.
RIVERBANKS
Looking for a depot? All the outlet stores you are looking for is in one roof. So if you want to save some money and buy nice stuff for yourself, your family or your friends, come by Marikina anytime. As we speak, the Sapatos Festival is on going..meaning, more discounts on shoes!
Here are the outlet stores:
There are more places to shop. Depending on your location...and taste...and patience. A true shopaholic knows how to bargain and a certified shoppingera always get the value for her/ his money.
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