People said Ladies' Market has a wide range of trendy clothes, etc. The first impression from me is like " huh? That's it?" It's not very big if compared to Bangkok's shopping area like Pratunam or Cha Tu Chak, or even Lumpini night market, and the items there are quite boring. Since I am an Asian, I simply am not interested in those cheongsam or ornaments. Besides, it's not cheap. Malaysia is even cheaper. And the clothes there are so outdated and the price, as I said earlier, is not cheap. Once again, I have to remind you that I am Malaysian; therefore, I compare the price with price in Malaysia, and the items are all like clones. Not much variety, some wigs, accessories, underwear, outdated clothes and shoes, toys, and some miscellaneous items. Two words: boring and expensive.

Nearby, they've got lots of shops selling sports wear and electrical items. And the electrical items, though more advance, are again more expensive than in Malaysia. This, or around Mongkok area, is just not my ideal shopping place.

Though nearby there are two- or three-story commercial buildings with lots of modern ladies' clothings. However, the price is not cheap and not that trendy also, but compared to ladies' market or shops around Mongkok, is the best choice. I think one and only shopping complex with variety for trendy but not branded clothes. A good place just to browse and pick up some somewhat acceptable bargains. You can't miss it since is near dragon hostel and there are displays of clothes on the first floor windows.

The Ladies Market is a definite one not to miss. With stall after stall of kitsch souvenirs and every imaginable thing you could desire such as handbags, watches, T-shirts, DVD’s, jackets, Cheongsam dresses, Mahjong & Chess sets and the list just goes on and on.

Copyright pirating is taken seriously here, especially when it comes to handbags and watches. Clothing doesn’t seem to be quite as stringent. My racing mad nephew was lucky enough to receive a Holden racing jacket that would cost $100’s of dollars at home but cost me a fraction of that.

If you have your heart set on a "designer" label handbag, wallet or watch it is still possible, pick your mark and they will take you up one of the rickety staircases to their rooms that hold their secret stash. It did cross my mind "was I going to get out of this" but it turned out OK.

You have the option of different grades of name brands. Pay for the top quality and like me, my handbag is indistinguishable from the real thing as well as my designer watches.

Just a word of warning we had a problem with customs coming home as they thought we were trying to duck the sales tax as they couldn’t tell them from the real thing. In the end I asked if I would be flying "economy" on a budget airline if I could afford the real name brands the customs officials seem to get the idea that they were really just good copies.

Located nearby but not for everyone but we did visit the Goldfish Market as we have a Marine Tank.

For us to stock up on equipment it was a tenth of the price of what we would pay back at home. If you have any interest in fish the range of absolutely gorgeous fish is mind blowing and so cheap. No chance of packing any livestock in your luggage to take home though!

Lady's market is a bustling street where locals and tourists go for bargain goods. We realised that the market has changed with the trends. It used to sell mainly clothes, t-shirts and handbags (it still does) but there are more stalls selling handphone accessories and plastic watches. It is at its peak after 6pm.

For those looking to buy electronic goods, head for the next street, Sai Yeung Choi street (between Nathan and Tung Choi street).

For those looking for shoes, particularly sports shoes, it is Fa Yuen street (after Tung Choi street).