www.central.co.th

Central Online Shopping is simply Central’s version of, say, the Bloomingdale’s or Neiman Marcus websites, but with a slightly edgier interface. Easy features let you scroll through a mix of merchandise as displayed in Central stores, ranging from fashion and accessories to beauty and household products, as well as labels like Muji, Fit Flop or even Vivian Westwood. Free shipping for purchases over B2,500 every Monday (so far). Do pay attention to the sale section, where you might get a set of bed linen for less than B1,500 or a pair of leather shoes for less than B1,000.

www.mods.co.th

Mods (M Online Department Store, by The Mall Group: Paragon, Emporium, etc.) is an online-specialty store and a community site for fashion lovers. While Mods displays thousands of products in several categories, from fashion to electronic devices, you can also stay up to date on the latest design news and products at the Café de Mods section, with its a blog, lookbook and video clips. Again, watch the “sale” section where you might find Playhound pants or Hokuto shirts for discounted prices you can’t get in stores.

Verdict:

Central has a wider selection but Mods is definitely edgier and gets our vote. The Mall wins!