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Where can you buy that? You already know the answer: Taobao. But navigating China’s biggest ecommerce platform can be a nightmare for foreigners, so we’re helping out by rounding up useful stores to browse in our column, TaoBrowser.
Combining the traditional Chinese philosophy, 眼不见为净 yǎn bùjiàn wéi jìng “As long as I don’t see it, the problem doesn’t exist,” with that newer Chinese philosophy, capitalism, a number of online retailers have popped up over the years, eager to offer a quick fix without breaking the bank or requiring an entire housing makeover.
But as any e-commerce expert will tell you, browsing Taobao stores is much more effective than the platform's general search function, thus we've rounded up a number of stores to help you find the perfect patch for just about any occasion.
Conversely, if sewing is within your wheelhouse, then even more options open up, as many of the unique 3D patterns and those with special textures require a little needle and thread work. Check out Fastco for more information and to start patching up your wardrobe today.
Welcome to the 'Alice in the Wall print Land'
Both Tayun and Xuewei have plenty of wall prints to choose from, many of which are comprised of several pieces, allowing you to either create an entire scene or just cover up a small problem. Besides the traditional wall prints, they also offer more functional options, such as the water and greaseproof prints for the kitchen or glowing stickers to mark your light switches at night.
Tattoo doesn't always have to mean rebellious, it is also a way to honor the traditional culture
Temporary tattoos ain't just for the kiddies anymore. Whether you're looking to try out a simple tattoo before pulling the trigger on a lifetime commitment or looking to accessorize for a special occasion, temporary tattoos abound on Taobao. Besides the stickers, you can also, quite literally, get your creative juices flowing with plant-based pigment ink. These tattoos stay on the skin for roughly ten days depending on the strength of your showering products. If you think your hand is steady enough, then a store like Kuwentianxia might be your new playground, with innumerable patches for just a handful of RMB, plus the various products you'll need to turn your body into a canvas.
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