Shopping in Denmark

So, in regards to shopping, we could not have arrived in Denmark at a more perfect time. In Europe it is common for sales to take place only twice a year and when they do they are in every store for about a month. We were lucky enough to arrive at the beginning of the Danish sales. EVERYTHING is on sale and it is fabulous.

DIS and our classes are conveniently located 1 block away from the Strøget, the main pedestrian walking street and the main shopping street. We actually discovered a wonderful store called Ginatricot. More than half of the store was discounted to 25 kroner ($5)! It was the best! Also, i have solved the mystery of how European girls wear such skinny jeans... they are leggings that look like jeans! I bought a pair and they are the greatest piece of clothing that I have found in a while.

Also, keeping with the theme of shopping, there are 7-11's on almost every corner here in Copenhagen! They are so popular! They are much different than the ones at home though. They are much more legitimate, they sell real food (hot dogs and pizza but they are delicious) and they even sell alcohol. So different than home.

Another American store that has infiltrated Denmark is Blockbuster. Who knew? A danish friend of mine told me that Danes love Blockbuster. I mean who wouldn't?

The one thing I am still in the market for is a fur scarf. I have seen these over and over on stylish Danish girls all over the city. I have just recently learned that Denmark is one of the largest exporters of fur. Almost half of the women on the streets are wearing either a fun coat, scarf or hat. I have also seen a ton of fur stores. So, my problem will not be finding the scarf, it will be finding it for a good price, but I am a seasoned shopper so I think I will manage.