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SLAMABAD: Sale of Eid-related items has picked up in Islamabad and Rawalpindi despite of overcharging by shopkeepers. Stallholders selling henna, cosmetics, earrings, glittering bangles and colourful dresses have popped up all over markets, attracting crowds of women. Shoppers are roaming around in markets, checking out the latest in designs and gift items. Traders, who are gearing up for the year’s biggest shopping time, say sale had peaked at both retail and wholesale points. Girls are found engrossed in buying bangles, garments, gifts, shoes and other accessories. Due to pressing demands of children, majority of parents reluctantly visit markets though otherwise they would not because they know it’s not a good time to shop. “There has been an increase of 30-50 percent in prices of all commodities. Inflation has increased and it’s too much for salaried class,” said Mohsin Ali. Shopkeepers have displayed a variety of things, particularly new designs of clothes and shoes. A small number of people have already completed their Eid shopping at the start of Ramazan, while the majority will come out on Chand Raat. The elder, young or children, all wish to wear new clothes and shoes on this auspicious occasion. “The sale of women and children garments has hit a record increase of about 30 percent this season as compared to last years ,” said a woman. app.. LINK...