Work a Little, Shop A Lot

That's the motto printed on a poster of the monthly bazaar, sponsored by the American Women's Club of the Philippines. My sister and I were both on the verge of an emotional breakdown brought about the stress of moving houses. And shopping proved to be the perfect therapy.

Our initial objective was to buy curtains for the townhouse but we had no luck finding ones we liked. But instead of being discouraged, we were able to find clothes, Xmas gifts, yummy snacks, sweaters (perfect for San Francisco weather!), and coats. I soon ran out of money but I will definitely be returning next month for some really cheap J. Crew and Ralph Lauren winter coats (running from PhP1500-2500)! Our big find of the day was a beautiful hard wood chair that converts into a stool. I first saw the design in an american catalog. I read that was design was first made by Thomas Edison but was later adapted by furniture manufacturers. And I got one for a the pricetag of PhP3000! Not bad at all. Check it out below.
I'm not really a major shoppaholic but I always end up spending a lot of money here because the items are really very reasonable and not found in your usual tiangge. Also, the layout is not cramped and there's a good balance of items, houseware, gift ideas, furniture and clothes. Do check out the succeeding bazaars on the following dates at the World Trade Center, Pasay City. Entrance is PhP100 per person. Opens 9AM-Closes 3PM.

November 22
December 6
January 24
February 14
March 28