The best places to shop on a budget in Singapore

As of now, there are three major Don Don Donki outlets in Singapore and there's a reason why it's expanding so quickly in a short time. The Japanese discount store is hugely popular for many reasons – the catchy jingle, a huge snack section, the bargain corner with prices starting from $1 and most of all, the selection of ready-to-eat meals that is affordable and actually quite delicious. 

It's hard to walk into a Daiso store and leave empty-handed. After all, everything – absolutely everything – is $2. There are snacks, drinks, condiments, crockery, pet accessories, storage boxes, notebooks, craft stuff and even make-up. 

Borrowing from the Danish concept of 'hygge' which encompasses all things cosy and content, Hooga's products aim to bring this warmth into your homes. Find all you need to make your personal space more meaningful and intimate. Shop fuzzy throw blankets, scented candles, pastel-coloured dinner sets, fairy lights, bed linen and more at the new outlet in Great World City. 

Shopping at IKEA is a guilty pleasure most of us won’t normally ’fess up to. The affordable prices mean that you can get new sheets with fun prints every month, purchase floral cushion covers to spruce up the couch, add on to your mug collection and stock up on colourful stationery and desk accessories. Also, who doesn't like stopping for a bowl of meatballs after shopping? IKEA also has another outlet at Tampines North.

Founded in China, this popular variety store offers a wide range of products across many categories including electronics, lifestyle, stationery, fashion, homeware, toys, makeup and more. On top of the affordable prices, Miniso's products are also well-designed and often come in pretty pastel colours – from portable lightweight fans to its own range of handbags.                                                      

A Singapore institution, Mustafa is open round the clock, offering 75,000sq ft of bargains, not to 
mention a hotel, café and supermarket. It’s a treasure trove of discount shopping, carrying everything from skincare and electronics to sportswear and luggage. Stock up on groceries at the supermarket on the top floor where you can get fresh produce, frozen food and vegetarian products for less.