Hi,
My husband and I are moving to Islamabad in September. I need some advice as to what I can get there and what I need to bring with me in the US. For example, cosmetics… can I get Chanel and Dior makeup products there? What about good shampoos, conditioners and skin creams? And most importantly what about fashion? Are there good shopping centers or should I stock up? Any and all advice is really appreciated, (especially as I take my shopping seriously!)
Thanks!
Deena
Re: new to islamabad--needing advice on shopping!
Hi sorry I dont have any answer to ur questions, but im wondering abt something. Are u from a place called Dina?
check out Jinnah Super Islamabad. that is the only shopping i have heard of in islamabad. i have been there and does have alots of shops mostly branded.
Re: new to islamabad--needing advice on shopping!
heyyyyyyyy welcome to isloo city....in september u will need to bring some good sweaters...coats n jackets.....bring ur winter shoes from there....purses n bags....some makeup yes lotions n creams u will find a variety of makeup and shampoos etc here but i think u should bring some from there too i get most of my makeup frm my khala in NY so i dun really shop from here.......
for clothes if u wear shalwar kameez it wont be a problem there r loads of shops here like in F-10 markaz and G-10/markaz for western clothing there jinnah super and super market and many stores in blue area.....
Re: new to islamabad--needing advice on shopping!
bring really good mosturiser with u and a good conditioner ummm wot else ...winters start near oct so u will be needing the winter stuff.....dont bring a lot of purses as u can find some good stuff here too and u can always go to pindi or lahore for more shopping :)
and yeah am always here to help ya with shopping in isloo i know the chappa chappa of isloo lolz:)
Re: new to islamabad--needing advice on shopping!
n tell u wot isloo has the least number of branded stores there r some which are fake too
You can visit Starz Pakistan at starz.pk to see a full listing of all major shopping areas and individual shops in Islamabad. It also gives a ranking of all the shops, as well as real reviews from actual customers who have been to those shops in the past.
It also lets you share your experience at the various shops you visit so if you are not satisfied with the service you get at one shop, you can let others know about it!
Hi, My husband and I are moving to Islamabad in September. I need some advice as to what I can get there and what I need to bring with me in the US. For example, cosmetics... can I get Chanel and Dior makeup products there? What about good shampoos, conditioners and skin creams? And most importantly what about fashion? Are there good shopping centers or should I stock up? Any and all advice is really appreciated, (especially as I take my shopping seriously!)
Thanks! Deena
hi deena,
let me know your experience of life in islamabad.
my parents want to move to Bharia town Rawalpindi with my sister who been to pakistan only when she was young. i told them not to move till we are ready to move to pak, as our relatives dont live close to Rawalpindi.
let me know how your childrens (if you are mom) cope with the school life.
Re: new to islamabad--needing advice on shopping!
'Blue Area' in Islamabad has some really nice shops.
nah the most you will find there is “Tibbet snow” and fair & lovely type products. 
Shampoo! who needs them when we have Multani mitti! and chickens laying fresh eggs. As for the fashion, well you can’t do much with ghagras, burqa and typical shalwar qameez there. :hinna:
hmm there are not many shopping centres and in some entrance is exclusive to foreign consulates, so unless you know some1 in Americam embassy, you will find yourself buying tibbat snow and fair & lovely; and of course ordering fresh eggs from local bakery. I would say stock up as much as you can. 
PS: you are moving to Islamabad not Tora Bora. 
Re: new to islamabad--needing advice on shopping!
Do bring all the cosmetics,shampoos,conditioner, lotions ,perfumes Stock with u.. u will hardly find an original one in PK, also bring stylish coats n jackets/sweater, shoes r optional depending on ur choice, cuz u'll find nice sandals/chapals & mucassions in Pakistan. also bring all ur small small electronics things either, they cost twice as there. rest you will find a variety of Shalvar kameez/shawls & ornaments & accessories anywhere in Pakistan