PETALING JAYA: After close to two years of living in a pandemic, many people have grown used to going online to shop for clothes.
And despite Covid-19 cases seeing a downtrend and rules being relaxed, they are still doing so for Chinese New Year.
Bank senior sales executive and mum-of-two Ember Wong, 30, said she prefers to get festive wear for her kids online to save herself the hassle of going to the mall.
“It is easier to shop for clothes online and get them delivered to our house.
“Apart from that, I love that there are more choices on the online shopping platforms and the prices are cheaper than those at the mall,” she said.
Wong also said she prefers not to bring her four-year-old son and eight-month-old daughter out to crowded places.
“I have bought more than five sets of clothes for them.
“I usually buy pieces that are one size larger for my son because he is growing quickly,” she said.
However, assistant registrar Tan Sophine, 28, said she will buy new clothes for Chinese New Year both online and at the store.
“I know it is easier to find the clothes that I like online but it takes some time for them to reach me.
“Also, when I purchase online, I tend to worry about the size and material,” she said.
As for shopping at retail outlets, Tan said that although the cost may be higher, she can feel the fabric and try on the clothes.
“This year, I have ordered several pieces of clothing online and I will also be shopping at physical stores to check out the latest trends,” she said, adding that she can’t wait to meet her relatives whom she has not seen in almost two years.
Meanwhile, Fash Grace owner Ann Tan, 28, who sells women’s apparel online, said business is good this year.
“As the Covid-19 situation improves, many people are in a celebratory mood.
“My business has increased by 40% compared with last year.
“Besides online sales, I also participated in pop-up events and the response was great,” she said.