In: Markets, Must See, Shopping
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As one of the top shopping destinations in Shenzhen, Huaqiangbei Commercial Street (华强北) is renowned for its electronics markets, but it also has plenty to offer those looking for men’s and women’s fashion. The shopping area starts where Huaqiang North Road (aka Huaqiang Bei Lu) intersects with Shennan Middle Road and then all the way north through to Hongli Road totaling about 1km in length. Recently revitalized after 4 years of construction work, Huaqiangbei Road is now a modern pedestrian-friendly shopping mecca that is mirrored by an underground mall stretching the same distance, the largest of its type in China. The side streets and the streets runningRead More →

In: Markets
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Many people who have been to Shenzhen in the past, or lived here for a while will probably remember the old Jiahua Foreign Trade Clothing market which has closed with the building being demolished to make way for another hi-rise. Which is shame, it was a place that really had a lot of character, and lots of cheap clothes. But fear not, bargain hunters and brand name copy lovers, Carnival Clothing City seems to have filled the gap. There’s 3 floors of independent shop owners, some stuff is price as marked, but some haggling never goes astray. There’s a mix of mens and womens clothes,Read More →

In: Markets
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If you live in Nanshan or Shekou Districts of Shenzhen then here is a great alternative to heading all the way to Dongmen for discount and wholesale clothes shopping. Known mostly only to locals, this area contains several multi-floor buildings packed with clothes and fashion accessories. Many locals say the quality and styles on offer here and far better than what can be found at Dongmen, but that may in part be due to the fact it’s easy to get lost in Dongmens labyrinths of nooks, crannies, and alleyways while missing the places that may what you like. Such is the problem with markets thatRead More →

In: Plazas & Malls
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Coastal City is reasonably new retail shopping and leisure destination located in downtown Nanshan District. Split across three separate multi-floor buildings, I’m sure it will take a few visits before you truly get your bearings! The style of shopping is mostly retail shopping of good quality products, from reputable brands of men and ladies fashion, there are also some children’s wares stores, gifts, beauty care and lifestyle/IT retailers too. The mall has a distinctly western feel and it’s actually quite a comfortable place to just hang out, grab a coffee etc. The building is also quite a popular dining destination featuring over 30 eatery options of Western and Asian styles.Read More →

In: Markets
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Update: this market has closed. Thanks to all those who shared updates in the comments – a similar market can be found at Carnival Clothing City which 5 minutes walk from the old Jiahua. Here’s a well known market in Shenzhen, nestled in amongst the sprawling shopping area that is Huaqiang Bei in Futian, that has mens and womens clothes and much more. This market gets really busy, and a real squeeze, but it’s worth the visit. There’s a huge billboard at the front of the market with an ad for the Mother Earth store which is inside, so many people simply refer to thisRead More →

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Shopping festivals and carnivals are a big deal in Hong Kong attracting thousands and thousands of visitors, but just like it’s nearby neighbor, Shenzhen has it’s very own carnivals where you’re sure to grab a bargain. The Happy New Year Shenzhen Shopping Carnival (“快乐新年”深圳购物节) is held at the Shenzhen Convention and Exhibition Centre from Jan 1-3 opening at 9.30am through to 6.30pm. Here you can find one hall packed with mens and womens fashion including shoes, jackets, shirts and much more. Theres and another hall packed with all types of organic produce, tea and traditional Chinese snack foods. Where: Shenzhen Convention & Exhibition Center (SZCEC) – Get off  the subway at HuizhanzhongxinRead More →

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Located directly behind Womens World on Huaqiangbei Lu is the Fu Ming Foreign Trade Clothes Market. Here you can find womens and mens clothes, shoes, bags and leather goods. Theres four floors of independent retailers all keen to haggle a deal. You may have some luck finding larger sizes here, but that may depend on the day. At the time of writing the stores were stocking lots of leather goods, bags, saddle bags, back packs and shoes. How to Get there: line 1 metro station Huaqiang Lu and take exit a, or line 2 to Huaqiang North Station, walk about 5 minutes north up Huaqiangbei Lu and walk through orRead More →