The BHG fashion bazaar held from March 23rd to 25th was a hit as students flocked to the Nanyang Auditorium in search of bargains.
Response was good as crowds thronged the auditorium, browsing through items ranging from food and footwear to cosmetics and clothes.
The bazaar, organised by the NTU Students' Union, was an effort to contribute to a good cause. BHG donates 7% of the overall proceeds to NTU bursaries and emergency grants.
The new brands that were brought in this year included Dr Martens, Everyday Minerals and even lingerie lines like Sloggi.
“The brands are more pricey and upmarket this year. Last year the brands were more common and affordable,” said Katherine Teo, 20, the chairperson of the event.
The organiser decided to bring in more undergarment brands this year. It proved to be a right move, as lingerie seemed to be popular with women.
“The variety of undergarments is quite good and the prices are comparable to those outside,” said a student from the Nanyang Business School who declined to be named.
However, a remark echoed by the shoppers concerns the number of cashiers at the bazaar.
Koh Shihui Michelle, 23, said: “The cashiers could be better positioned, and there should be more cashiers as well.”
According to Teo, the number of telephone points in the auditorium limited the number of cashiers they could set up. Telephone points are needed for NETS transactions, which is the most preferred mode of payment. Overall, the shoppers were satisfied with the event and said they will return should it be held again.
“The range is quite good and prices are reasonable. I wouldn’t mind coming back next time to look around,” said Yogi Teo, 25, a student from the School of Electrical and Electronic Engineering.
