Clothing to bring?

[magores]

If someone were, lets say... 6' 2" tall, approximately 210lbs,

What difficulties would there be in obtaining clothing in Beijing?

For example, I know it can get very hot, and very cold in Beijing. For obvious reasons, I wouldn't want to bring a full year worth of clothing with me. I'd like to pick up bulkier items, such as a winter coat while I was there.

Any severe problems finding items like this for someone my size in Beijing? Cost is cheaper or comparable to California prices?

Thanks for any tips.

[mr.stinky]

when he reached 190 pounds, he decided to move to kunming, with a smaller

population and fewer furriners.....

where would he find size 12 shoes? hiking boots?

i suppose he could have most clothing (shirts/t-shirts/slacks) tailored. would it be

advisable to put together a package of shoes/socks/undies/winterwear and have

someone mail it over once he got himself established?

[phbriggs]

I am 6'4" and weigh about 90kg (200lb). I had difficulty finding clothes off the rack that fitted me. They could be found, but it can take a little searching. The clothes are very cheap in China - compared to Australia they are about a sixth of the price (for non-western brand equil).

Also, if you foot is bigger than UK10, finding shoes can be a challenge. They will have larger shoes, but the styles look like something out of the 70s.

Getting suits/clothes tailored is a possibility if you have time.