Gifts from Singapore

[invisible999]

Hello everybody,

I want to take some gifts from Singapore for my two female friends. They've asked for Indonesian silk batik scarves. Where can I buy it and how much would it cost?

I know Arab street is one option but I've heard that they quite often overcharge, especially if one foreigner...

 

[beanstalk6]

Maybe Joo Chiat Complex and its environs in Geylang Serai. Even Mustafa Centre, I think.

 

[invisible999]

Maybe Joo Chiat Complex and its environs in Geylang Serai. Even Mustafa Centre, I think.

Thanks, I will definitelly check. One more question - is there a way to buy in Singapore Oil-paper umbrella or do I have to go Japan?

 

[beanstalk6]

Have you looked in Chinatown? Don't neglect to check the Chinatown Complex. The heavy green type seen in period drama is still used in some Chinese weddings, so I suppose they can be still sourced locally.

 

[yennylee_89]

have you tried bugis junction? there's quite a lot of cheap stuff sold there so perhaps there are those scarves available?

 

[invisible999]

I did find umbrella, surprisingly at Tanglin Mall on 3rd floor and it was cheap - $20-$30.

For scarves - have not had a chance to go yet. Will try this weekend. Thanks for suggestions.