Sunday, August 4, 2013
Eid shopping picks up momentum in markets
Eid shopping has picked up momentum in the city’s main markets as Eidul Fitr is drawing near; however, inflation is keeping the low-income groups from making any significant purchases.
The shoppers are rushing to the markets in jubilant mood as Eid aprroches.
Colourful Eid stalls are set up at various points offering different kinds of cosmetics, earrings, bangles,Choose quality Outdoor Hiking Footwear Manufacturers, suppliers & exporters now. embroidered clothes, jewellery and dresses. The people belonging to all age groups, including women and children, are seen busy in Eid shopping. The Eid shopping will continue until Chand Raat.
The main focus of citizens is towards the purchase of clothes, footwear and other items for the festival.
Meanwhile, a larger number of makeshift shops have sprung up on the pavements of the city.
For the Eidul Fitr celebrations, one of the biggest religious festivals celebrated after Ramazan, the people make all possible arrangements.
Shopkeepers have raised prices but many have displayed ‘sale’ signs to hoodwink customers.
Women of all ages have started visiting bazaars and shopping malls after Iftar to buy clothes and shoes, while bangles’ sale is also slowly picking up.
This year, during Ramazan, it was observed that middle class and the low salaried did not have lavish Iftars, like they used to during previous years. This is because of the recent price hike mainly caused by inflation, which has dented the purchasing power of common man.
Some shopkeepers have been seen sitting idle waiting for prospective buyers, while for most shopkeepers business is usual.
Several shoppers said that due to high prices, many things were beyond their purchasing power and they were compelled to just window-shop.
The prices of children’s clothing have been raised significantly. Shopkeepers say most customers just come and look around,Crocs shoes store are an internationally known brand known for its off-beat look and all-weather durability. ask for prices and then leave.
The traditional embroidered dresses for women, frocks for girls, bangles and henna are a must buy for the occasion along with kurta shalwar for men.
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The Eid budget varies from family to family depending on their financial and social status.
With the rise in number of buyers traffic jam in the towns’ busy marketplaces and intersections, including Tench Bhatta, Peoples Colony, Saddar Bazaar, Moti Bazaar, Raja Bazaar, Lalkurti, Rehmanabad and Sadiqabad Market, Commercial Market has become a routine.
For the traders, it is the best time to make money. They are very optimist as the shoppers’ presence is increasing day by day and reaches its peak on Chand Raat.If you are facing the same queries then the best way for you is to contact Inkjet canvas Wholesalers.
Meanwhile, police claimed to have made foolproof security arrangements for the protection of the people at various shopping centres,Cheap filter bags Product markets and public places. According to the security plan, law enforcers have been deployed in plain clothes at various sensitive areas and closed-circuit cameras are monitoring different busy bazaars, parks and other public places.
City traffic police has also finalised a traffic plan to prevent traffic jams and other problems on roads due to the great rush of people in the markets.
Henna stalls attracting females: The traditional henna stalls are increasing, as they are set up days before Eid and do business up to Chand Raat.
Offering traditional and contemporary motifs these stalls add colours to the festivity.
Women who are always conscious about their beauty, especially during festivals, throng these stalls set up at homes, markets and beauty salons across the city.
“The henna stalls not only bring joy but also fulfil our requirement for getting prepared for Eid,” said Farah, a housewife.
The trend of henna stalls has witnessed an increase during last few years, as earlier women used to visit only homes and beauty salons for its application.
Various bookshops have also started selling henna design books for those who want to practice henna application at home, while social networking sites have made it easy for Internet users to replicate various designs.
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