Actress Patricia Clarkson checks out the lingerie selections at Debenham’s department store in downtown Doha. “I love bras. I just love them,” she says. “I have quite a collection.” Rebecca Dana The offerings, including a mannequin sporting a purple pair of lace boy shorts Clarkson admired. “Those are swingin’,” she says. “I wouldn’t wear them though.” Rebecca Dana Clarkson checks out thigh-highs, micro-net minis and “nipple covers.” Rebecca Dana Alongside more traditional clothing, stores in the City Center mall show the creeping Western influence in Qatar. Rebecca Dana Clarkson switches out her Gucci sandals for some black suede pumps. Rebecca Dana Buying the pumps, by the brand “Shoe Love is True Love.” Rebecca Dana Clarkson considers a dress. Rebecca Dana Clarkson scoops some jelly beans at a candy shop for the ride back to the hotel. Rebecca Dana A view of downtown Qatar. Rebecca Dana