Shanghai Xiangyang Road Tourist Scenic Area

　　At the Xiangyang Road Market, you’ll find nearly everything—from GUCCI, CD, to LV—all at surprisingly low prices. Even foreigners are particularly fond of it. The variety is immense—ranging from very feminine to ultra avant-garde, from hippie to yuppy. In Xiangyang Road, you have to be open to everything and willing to try anything. Once you put something on, it feels different—and that’s how many hidden gems are discovered. So for those with free time and an eye for interesting finds, strolling and shopping around Xiangyang Road becomes a true enjoyment and pastime.

　　Xiangyang Road has a great selection of jeans—both in quantity and quality. Many styles are designed based on foreign templates, resulting in a slim hip and longer leg fit. As long as you’re not built like an olive, they’re bound to look great on you. From colorful fanny packs to long boots, some adorned with tassels and others with lace, they’re surprisingly in sync with the latest fashion magazines. Every shop is densely packed with clothes hanging everywhere.

　　The abundance of goods is dazzling, and the lively crowd makes it feel like everything is free. Staying on this street gives you the sensation of a near-heavenly life, and that illusion is almost convincing. The only downside is the extremely intricate and confusing layout of the area. Unless you’re a seasoned visitor, chances are you’ll spot a shop and remember a piece you want to buy—but when you try to find your way back half an hour or more later, you won’t be able to locate it.