Samui Hot Club has row after row of colourful sarongs, T-shirts, beachwear and more, all billowing under extra-strong ceiling and floor fans. It also has strict purchasing rules: Customers are not allowed to try items on and once purchased the shop will not refund or exchange them.

It all sounds very strict and non compromising but there are still bargains to be had here in the form of abstract and patterned sarongs that can double as wall hangings, children’s wear and ladies’ beachwear.