DO bargain.
Always bargain a little, especially when you’re not in a fixed-price outlet such as one of the larger chain stores. Don’t expect the sort of monumental savings you’d find in Bangkok or Taiwan, though. At best, sellers will reduce their prices by 10% or so; if you push your luck too far, you might end up offending. When shopping in places like Lucky Plaza or Sim Lim Tower, all bets are off – bargain away! Feel free to shop around, since many vendors sell the same items, and price disparities between shops will surprise you. Be forewarned, some shops have a reputation for overcharging – so be sure you ask around and get a feel of the market rate before zooming in for the kill.