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My shopping habits have changed completely since I moved to China. I used to live in Brussels, Belgium and there were only 2-3 shopping malls to choose from. Nevertheless I enjoyed going there. Browsing around alone or with a girlfriend, having some lunch etc. In Beijing we have hundreds (if not thoussands) of big malls. Glossy, beautiful malls with mostly western shops and decent food options. Open until 10 pm. With the exception of Solana (close to my place) and Indigo mall (great restaurants) I almost never go to the mall! The brands I know from Europe are more expensive here and even the sales are not that convenient. What's very convenient, on the other hand, is Taobao. The online shopping mecca where you can buy EVERYTHING! To set up an account you need a Chinese debit card, a bit of patience and google translate - for which you first need a VPN - but then the magical world of Taobao (with mostly next-day delivery) will open itself to you! I thought I'd show you some of my purchases from Taobao. Including an item I need to send back.  My profile on the taobao app.  I should receive this by tomorrow....  Best purchase so far! The derma roller which I learnt about from beauty and fashion guru Trinny Woodall. Top quality - and it cost me 19 kuai (less than 3 euros!)  I bought this Gap hoodie for my son....  A scratching post for Pumba the cat...  This xmas sweater for a concert (though I must admit I ended up wearing something else - do you blame me?)  And my latest purchase which I received today. I needed for a fancy event this coming weekend but who was I kidding? A Chinese size large did't even fit over my hips - let alone the back! Need to return this and go to Ladies street market tomorrow!
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