"$120/m."
"$180/m."
"This one, $280/m and that one $360/m."
"You like? I give you special price. Best price in town!"
Is it my imagination or the fabric business is good business? I mean, if a lady buys 2 pieces of fabric, 3m each (for full length dress), that's easily >$1K out of her pocket! Wow... But I seriously suspect the true reason why we were quoted such high prices is partly due to: (a) my mum not speaking very good English and (b) myself carrying a camera around for quick snapshots.
Conclusion drawn by the retailers:
Tourists from China = Lambs to the slaughter.
"$180/m."
"This one, $280/m and that one $360/m."
"You like? I give you special price. Best price in town!"
Is it my imagination or the fabric business is good business? I mean, if a lady buys 2 pieces of fabric, 3m each (for full length dress), that's easily >$1K out of her pocket! Wow... But I seriously suspect the true reason why we were quoted such high prices is partly due to: (a) my mum not speaking very good English and (b) myself carrying a camera around for quick snapshots.
Conclusion drawn by the retailers:
Tourists from China = Lambs to the slaughter.
Where fabrics will stop you in your tracks with their lustrous richness and vibrant colours.
Spoilt for choice.
An enthusiastic model with a ready smile for the camera.Nonetheless it was still a visual treat looking at the different colours and designs, and I thoroughly enjoyed the feel of the soft fabrics. Most importantly, my mum found a couple of pieces that she liked. Looks like her hunt is finally over!
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