Second-hand coats have become hot sellers after Bangkok’s flood put a chill on supply of new parkas much in demand from shivering Pattaya residents.
Outdoor markets, clothing shops and department stores reported strong demand for winter coats Dec. 19 as high pressure continues to push cold winds out of China into the region. While Pattaya didn’t get a white Christmas, wind chill temperatures early Dec. 25 pushed into the lower teens.
Second hand winter jackets, selling for 35 baht or 3 for 100 baht, are flying off the racks.
Pairat Srinuan, 43, a clothing merchant at the Nernplabwan Market said her used coats, priced at just 35 baht or three for 100 baht, are flying off the rack.
The price of new coats has shot up as supplies dwindled due to factory closures from Bangkok’s recent flooding crisis.
