The Definitive Guide to Living in the Capital , Cairo , Egypt

The Maadi City Centre branch, however, doesn’t suffer this problem. The displays, both window and in-store, are lit up with huge signs that decree some pretty inviting prices. If you get closer, though, you’ll realise a tiny accompanying message: ‘Price start from’. Nevertheless, it was enough to fool any shopper into taking a closer browse at the discounted summer and autumn collections, as well as the new winter stock.

The menswear section is noticeably larger than that of the women’s, in addition to offering more variety. A large chuck of this can be accounted to the plethora of shirts on offer, the prices of which range between 299LE and 350LE. You’ll find all sorts of designs; pin-striped, plain, chequered, smart and casual – literally everything.  One particular type – or fit – of shirt stood out; the Smart Size shirts, as they’re known, have an unexplainable way of fitting perfectly on any body-type.

Jeans at Springfield start at 300LE, while a range of chinos, priced at 349LE, come in blue, red and even mustard yellow.

Sweatshirts dominate for the coming winter, starting at 200LE, while similarly seasonal jumpers and jackets come in unique models and designs and sell for anything between 250LE and 1000LE. The jumpers in particular are unique and are inspired by the seventies-retro look.

Springfield also shines in quality with their basics. Ranging between 99LE and 120LE, the shop’s basic t-shirts are cut and fit perfectly, and hold up to the rigours of washing.

The neglected women’s section almost mirrors the men’s or vice versa; for almost every item found in the men’s collection, there’s a very similar women’s version. Shirts, tops and sweatshirts start from 199LE, while the jeans, like the men’s, start from 300LE.