My usual route home takes me through SM Makati, and that gives me the opportunity to peruse all the wonderful and inexpensive treats the store offers. Today, as I passed through the Chowking area, I noticed that Surplus Shop set up a satellite store there. Apparently, the 2nd floor store is being renovated, which explains why they were "squatting" there.
It's been a while since Surplus Shop last surprised me. During my last few visits, their selection has become a bit drab and predictable. This is SO unlike their heyday when fabulous finds were overflowing. Going inside a Surplus Shop store nowadays is a rare event.
As I walked through the merchandise (which was in full view so I couldn't ignore them) there were a couple of items that were out of the ordinary. There were some skirts, vests and t-shirts that were unusually good. Upon closer scrutiny, the skirt was Old Navy (which I assume will be part of their Spring/Summer 2010 collection), twill and denim vests from Uniqlo (Yes! Uniqlo!), and t-shirts from H&M. (Yes! H&M!)
As exemplified by the number of exclamation points, this quick visit was a pleasant surprise. Looks like Surplus Shop is getting its fashion mojo back. And as much as I wanted to peruse some more, I was trying to avoid the MRT rush and melee, so I had to say goodbye to the goodies.
Well, not really goodbye, but "see you tomorrow."
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