https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 18 May 2026 20:08:08 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont/page/2#post-1694197 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 17:37:06 +0000 Aziraphale 1694197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I enjoyed reading all your replies! Seems like there is a split -- lots of people prefer online shopping (no surprise there), but some of you do like in-store shopping. Some love shopping in general, some don't. Average-height, slender women have an easier time in general. And no one like shopping under pressure!</p> <p>Karie, my nan used to enjoy shopping for groceries, too! I thought it was so weird, but in retrospect I think I can guess why. She lived through WWII in London, without money, with two small girls and a husband away at war. With rationing. For her, the ability to go out and choose whatever food she liked was probably a very great pleasure!</p> <p>Kiwigal: me too me too! I like shoe shopping! Mainly, I think, because it's so easy to switch out your shoes. No undressing required. And things usually fit. I have smallish feet, but not so small that stores don't have my size. Plus I always feel that shoes make or break an outfit. :-)</p> <p>Gaylene, you are absolutely right about small boutique shops. I do like popping in to those. A limited selection of things I mostly like, a helpful but not pushy SA, and a good chance that some stuff will be small or short enough, makes the whole process fun. I am starting to pop into the Granville Street Eileen Fisher for exactly that reason. I have yet to buy anything, because it's a bit pricey and I really, really don't need any more clothes at the moment, but the day will come. I love everything in there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont/page/2#post-1694019 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 15:05:47 +0000 texstyle 1694019@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do 95% or more of my shopping online and do usually prefer it that way. I do sometimes enjoy shopping like recently when I was on vacation and went to an outlet mall that had only a handful of stores, but included both a BR Factory and JCrew Factory store (woo hoo!) I got some tremendous deals on a couple pair of shorts and several shirts that I'm really enjoying. I also picked up a sweater for this winter (actually a men's sweater but I fell in love with the feeling and look of it and after trying it on, just had to have it for my tomboy self). So...maybe I actually prefer shopping while on vacation :-). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont/page/2#post-1693939 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 13:44:43 +0000 Anonymous 1693939@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shopping for an event is the worst. It seems I can rarely find what I want when I need it. Sometimes I get lucky, but it's really stressful to shop for special events. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont/page/2#post-1693864 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 11:36:48 +0000 Helen11 1693864@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love wandering around and seeing what's new. I hate the pressure of finding an outfit for an event, or a replacement for a wardrobe workhorse.<br />Recently I was shopping with my mum, half an hour before closing time. &nbsp;Mum and the SA kept up a steady stream of clothing to the change room, and I came away with 5 items! &nbsp;(I did go back to exchange sizes on two) That was fun, and I'm enjoying the new items. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont/page/2#post-1693768 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 02:31:32 +0000 Suz 1693768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Runs with Scissors,</b> I am SO with you on preferring to shop alone. At the same time, I can imagine that a really good SA could make a difference. I think that happened to me once in my life. </p> <p>But YLF can fulfill this function. Angie and the forum take the place of the SA, are more impartial, and more aware of my overall style goals. Plus, I can get their input when it's convenient for me. Big win for an introvert!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont/page/2#post-1693751 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 01:38:24 +0000 Runs With Scissors 1693751@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like shopping online more than in stores. &nbsp;Online, I can analyze all the alternatives, find the best price, and for some reason I love reading reviews. &nbsp; I buy shoes pretty much exclusively online, and am quite loyal to brands that work well for my feet. &nbsp;My success rate is *very* high -- too high, probably! &nbsp;</p> <p>I do not love making returns, so my clothing shopping skews towards in-store. &nbsp; It's interesting that many find sales associates improve the experience for them: &nbsp;my first instinct is to say that I prefer to be left to my own devices. &nbsp;But I did have a four-day dressy work event I had to attend last Fall, and thanks to the sales associate that helped me that day at JCrew, I came away with a great little capsule for that trip that I never could have put together by myself. &nbsp;So maybe I should reconsider that!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont/page/2#post-1693741 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 00:38:40 +0000 Dee 1693741@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm also in the minority that loves shopping. Of all sorts. Preferably in person. I like knowing immediately whether something will work or not, and have gotten pretty good at eyeballing things on the rack that will never work for me (because of basic shape issues, etc.). On the other hand, because I can't completely see or feel a garment online, I find that I have far more frustration with online shopping than I do in-person. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693734 Thu, 14 Jul 2016 00:16:34 +0000 Karie 1693734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love shopping and always have. I even like shopping for groceries (but then I like to cook and bake, too). I enjoy shopping with girlfriends and helping them decide what fits well, looks good, etc. I do have fit issues but since I sew I can tell if alterations will solve the problem. I am lucky enough to have mega stores in my area.&nbsp;</p> <p>On a side note: I went out to breakfast this morning with a few girlfriends, and one of them asked, "What are you doing after this?" My answer: "I'm going to Macy's." Her response: "Of course you are." HA! My friends know me well!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693727 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 23:39:08 +0000 Gaylene 1693727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, for me, it depends on what, when, where, why, and how. Give me a clean dressing room with a good mirror, a helpful SA, a well-thought-out selection of merchandise, enough time, and no need to buy, and I enjoy shopping. Crowded stores, endless racks of so-so garments, minuscule dressing rooms, disengaged sales staff, and lack of time makes me loathe the whole process.</p> <p>Online shopping evokes similar a similar response. An easy-to-navigate website, informative details and pictures, clear sizing charts, prompt delivery, and easy returns make shopping pleasant. Wonky websites, shipping hassles, unexpected fees, and tedious return policies make me cranky. As a Canadian, that's a big reason for ignoring NAS--Nordstroms has a long road to go before it gives me the kind of online experience I want. Oddly, my on-line experiences with UK/European companies and other US companies like J Crew have been much better than with Nordstroms. </p> <p>I also have to say switching to smaller, independent shops has made shopping much more pleasant. I may miss out on the bargains, but, since I buy fewer items, I actually end up spending less on an annual basis. The SAs get to know my taste and lifestyle and often unearth treasures in their stock which I would have overlooked. The owners want my continued business so I get little "perks" and my in-frequent returns are always handled graciously. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693703 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 22:49:42 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1693703@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just posted on Rachy's thread on what to wear shopping about being bad at in person shopping. But come to think of it, LIsaP, I do like to go to a local boutique where the owner knows me and can tell me which stuff to try on because she already knows if it is my style / will fit. </p> <p>I feel like big data could eventually get us all there with online shopping if we were willing to share a lot and clothing manufacturers were willing to provide complete data about garments and do honest sizing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693702 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 22:44:24 +0000 Kookaburra 1693702@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love shopping in person! Hate car parks, so if I'm driving, I'll get to the vicinity of the shopping centre, say 5-6 blocks or wherever I can find unrestricted spots, then walk the rest of the way. Win-win, my 10,000 steps a day get done as if by magic and I may or may not have some nice purchases to show for it. </p> <p>Yes, agree with many of the posted that in my young and slim days, it was easy to find clothes as exerting looked great. Though money was an issue! Now I have to try on a whole lot to get one piece that looks nice and flattering. This is not an issue for me, because it naturally restricts how much I buy - otherwise my whole house would be too small to hold the items I'd like to buy. </p> <p>Before I discovered YLF I, too, used to get overwhelmed on the shops and didn't know here to start. It is so handy to have a preview of the new silhouettes and what goes with what - so now I go to the shops with a mental list of the sorts of outfits I like and precisely the sorts of pieces that are needed to put together these outfits. It also helps that I basically have enough clothes... so my shopping nowadays is never of the desperate, got to find an item kind, but more relaxed. I figure that if I find something that is so crazy flattering I must have it even if I clearly don't need it - well it must be True Love. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693699 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 22:39:42 +0000 Sally 1693699@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like shopping if it's by myself or with my sister or someone whose opinion I trust and I have lots of time etc. I like op shopping. I don't like malls especially with my 10 year old son who wants me to buy him everything.<br /> I don't shop with friends much these days but used to enJoy....one of my good friends does all her shopping online and others are not interested in clothes. Some people have asked me to go op shopping with them when they see what I've got and that's fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693695 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 22:26:04 +0000 Anonymous 1693695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hate finding a place to park, being around lots of people, and trying to find something stylish in my size. I also hate store lighting; it distorts color. I'm just better off shopping online. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693691 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 22:22:49 +0000 Ivy 1693691@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for the help with attribution, Aziraphale </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693687 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 22:08:22 +0000 Lyn D. 1693687@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I enjoy shopping usually!<br />I prefer 2 hr short trips, by myself and during non-busy periods.<br />It can be frustrating here when often the best deals are offered on weekends.<br />Online I mainly reserve for items I have already tried for size, as I hate having to return. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693648 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 20:51:44 +0000 Sal 1693648@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I swing around but probably lean on the "don't enjoy" side. &nbsp;I find malls in general depressing monuments to consumerism (I do shop there and I understand their appeal to others) so I usually go in with a purpose and get out as quick as I can. &nbsp;I do some online shopping because the mall stores do not carry their full range in my city and often the pieces I am drawn to are not available locally.</p> <p>I also struggle with shopping for specific items ie new straight jeans, new black jacket. &nbsp;</p> <p>The shopping I do enjoy is the following: <ul> <li>calling in to a boutique to see what is in store, and trying on a relaxed sample of items, getting good advice and purchasing one or two items I love. &nbsp;I find it best to be open minded but picky...and it pretty much always works.</li> <li>two- three hours shopping in a new place/large city/holiday by myself or friends. &nbsp;I usually do not buy much but enjoy checking out different stores, having a coffee, wine or lunch and people watching.</li> <li>food market shopping - I adore this!! &nbsp;Especially overseas.</li> <li>shopping for new shoes &nbsp;I am an easy fit, a regular size, and I love it!!</li> </ul> <br />I called into a small but thriving mall yesterday for half an hour to check out the sale offerings. &nbsp;I made the mistake of trying on a swimsuit that was heavily discounted. &nbsp;That put me off shopping for a wee while!! &nbsp;What was I thinking (mid winter, fluoro lighting....)!!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693644 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 20:45:02 +0000 Aziraphale 1693644@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Unlike many people here (Suz, Summer, Bettycrocker, DonnaF, Sterling, Anne, etc), I prefer in-store shopping, because my instant gratification monkey needs to know RIGHT THIS MINUTE if it fits or not. &nbsp;Plus, I don't like having to return things. Perhaps this tedious process is easier for Americans, but I live in Canada and it's often international shipping. Boo. Furthermore, I find trying on things in my own space even MORE demoralizing than trying them on in-store. If I'm in a shop and the garment makes me look dreadful, at least I can blame the bad lighting!&nbsp;</p> <p>Minnie, you are so lucky you're tall. You can look at the fit model (who is always at least 5'9") and have a much better idea of if the garment fits!&nbsp;</p> <p>Sisi, I am 5'1" and shaped like a 12-year-old, except probably with more cleavage.&nbsp;</p> <p>Milehighstyle, that's a smart attitude -- accepting that you'll need alterations. I've resigned myself to that, too. :-)</p> <p>RobinF, I agree that pants especially need to be tried on in-store. Ironically, though, jeans are my favourite thing to shop for, because they always seem to have styles that work well with narrow hips and a rectangular figure. I usually find several pairs that I like -- although I often need to get them hemmed!</p> <p>MsMaven, I'm in danger of keeping borderline items ordered online too, simply because I don't like repackaging and returning!</p> <p>Ivy, that quote is from the late great E.B. White (writer and author of the university writing Bible, <i>The Elements of Style</i>). I have always felt that way about writing, and you're right, it seems like it applies to shopping, too!</p> <p>Rachylou, the Bay Area traffic is a nightmare, I agree.</p> <p>Nishaa, I used to enjoy shopping more too, so you might be onto something. I think the styles of the 90s were easier to fit. 2000s not so bad. This decade, it seems worse. Hmmmm. My body had fewer squishy bits in my youth, too -- I'm sure that doesn't help. But I can't say my figure has changed dramatically, so it may be more that the styles are different, and that I'm no longer dressing to look "cute".</p> <p>Gradfashionista, I hear you on preferring expensive items. Sigh. What can you do? ;-)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693634 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 20:20:56 +0000 gradfashionista 1693634@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I liked shopping in my early teenage years, when I prioritized bargains, and was willing to buy cheaply made clothing, regardless of fit.</p> <p>Now, I dislike shopping more than ever. Part of it is because there is a huge discrepancy between specific pieces that I am attracted to and my price point. Ignoring prices, I tend to gravitate to very few but very expensive pieces. I also don't like fast fashion places because of the loose buttons and threads, dye smells, fit, fabric feel, etc. Every so often, I pop into a store, but am so put off by what I see and touch.&nbsp;</p> <p>Now, add issues of fit and proportions, combined with limited footwear options, and voila, shopping becomes extremely frustrating. For this reason, I periodically tune out the fashion/style world, depending on outside obligations and state of mind.&nbsp;</p> <p>Not wanting to end on cranky note, what would make shopping more enjoyable for me? <br />*greater selection of affordable and tailored pieces made from lux natural fibers<br />*USPS actually fulfilling pick-up return requests<br />*having a reliable, skilled, and affordable tailor nearby</p> <p>That said, can't wait to see if there are any Smythe jackets on sale at NAS. It's the one item I look forward to checking out every year.</p> <p>&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693630 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 20:06:49 +0000 Suz 1693630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I laughed out loud (ruefully), <b>Nishaa</b>. Yeah, shopping is great fun when the cycle is buy, get it home, regret!! Now all the pain is on the front end. Ugh.&nbsp;</p> <p>I think shopping's a lot tougher if you are not a medium size, or you live in an area without a lot of stores (duh!)</p> <p><b>Sterling,</b> you make a brilliant point. It feels worse somehow when something doesn't fit in a tiny, icky, poorly lit fitting room. If it doesn't fit at home, it just doesn't fit -- there's less angst about it all.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693620 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 19:34:31 +0000 DonnaF 1693620@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another Petite checking in.&nbsp; I don't really like shopping in bricks'n'mortar stores because it's tiring and discouraging; I only look when I'm returning online orders.&nbsp; Somehow with them I expect an 80% return rate.&nbsp; And I generally only browse nordstrom.com; I can't be bothered browsing the other web sites that carry Petites unless I see something someone has posted on YLF that appeals to me.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693595 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 18:22:22 +0000 Anonymous 1693595@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do most of my shopping online, but I can't say I have a high "keep" rate. If I keep striking out, I like to combine online shopping with an occasional foray to the mall to try on styles to figure out sizing and cut, etc. Like you, in-store shopping can be discouraging for me (I'm also 5'10"), but mainly because of the size discrepancies. During one recent shopping trip I fit into sizes XS to XL, depending on the store and item. </p> <p>*begin rant* To put it bluntly, that's just BS. My husband can order a suit from any store in a 44L and it fits; just needs to be hemmed. He's the same size in shorts, pants and shirts. *rant over*</p> <p>I guess in general I find shopping to be a necessary evil for the reasons above. In-store or online each have their own issues and frustrations, so all things being kind of equal in my mind ... I'd rather watch Netflix and online shop. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693577 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 17:39:00 +0000 Anonymous 1693577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do 99.9 percent of my shopping online.&nbsp; I find it both productive and relaxing.&nbsp; If I have fit issues with my online purchases, those issues never seem to bother me when I am trying things on at home.&nbsp; I admit that fit issues can be very discouraging in a tiny, poorly lit, icky fitting room.&nbsp; I actually rarely buy anything I try on in a fitting room.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693573 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 17:35:49 +0000 Ivy 1693573@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Generally, I don't like it. I'm like Suz, in that I get easily overwhelmed, especially in large or crowded stores, and that's just not fun. I'm also a plus sized petite and I know that most of what I try on won't fit well. It's frustrating to try on a dozen or more items just to find one that works. I think I'm different that some of the posts so far because I don't feel down in myself so much as just angry. </p> <p>As I'm thinking about this, I am reminded of a quote I saw once about writing: "I don't like writing, I like having written." So, I don't like shopping, I like having shopped (and found suitable clothes I like wearing). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693535 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 16:54:16 +0000 rachylou 1693535@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love to shop, but not for that long, not for myself. Taking things on and off tires me. And then there's always the nightmare of getting anywhere... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693532 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 16:50:09 +0000 Nishaa 1693532@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I used to love shopping. </p> <p>Back then I'd a very haphazard selection of clothes. You know, fancy stuff that rarely gets worn, closet orphans, impulse purchases which I regretted sooner or later, bad quality stuff and so on... But it made shopping hassle free. There wasn't any specific personal style/fashion aesthetic. Go, pick what you like at first glance, within budget, get it home, regret.</p> <p>Now, it's a hassle. I know what I want. I've a long list of criterias. I want quality. No buying stuff for fantasy lifestyle. It takes the fun out of shopping. I get tired after a certain time looking for a specific product. Of course the joy of getting exactly what I wanted compensates most of the time. But shopping is no fun.<br /> And yes, I'm petite, so that's that.</p> <p>Now, I hate shopping. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693527 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 16:45:32 +0000 MsMaven 1693527@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've always liked shopping, but the last time I went weeks ago my feet got so tired I barely made it through Nordstrom. It is discouraging these days because I see so much ill-fitting, badly made cheap stuff. Lately I try to go with a list so I won't get sidetracked by impulse buys, but it still happens.&nbsp;</p> <p>And my body is changing again. It is harder not to get down on myself. Shopping online is okay, but I do find myself keeping borderline items that I should return. I keep them because of a fear that I will never find anything better. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693523 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 16:39:33 +0000 Joyce B 1693523@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like to shop as long as it does not involve a full day and crowded stores.<br /> Basically, I dislike having to shop for an immediate event because when that happens it is very hard to find something that I really like and I end up settling.</p> <p>I generally prefer to buy online but certain things are best bought in the stores, such as shoes. I like my shopping to be efficient and not spend the whole day.<br /> Also, as you pointed out, it's hard to find a good fit. I tend to stick with what works for me, I have had good luck with pants from BR lately. Loft used to be good for me but now their new cuts wrinkle like crazy in the entire back of the thighs so those are out for me.<br /> So my answer to your question is that I like shopping but with certain qualifications, yes but could be no... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693520 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 16:24:39 +0000 kkards 1693520@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i love shopping....i love shopping for me, i love shopping for others, i love shopping for groceries, i love shopping for furniture, i even love shopping for home improvement stuff (even though i hire someone for even the simplest tasks). been this way since I was a kid.</p> <p>do i sometimes find it a chore, yes. do I often get frustrated that i can't find exactly what i want, or can't find my size in local stores, yup....but still put me in a store, any store, and i'll entertain myself for hours. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693517 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 16:15:50 +0000 RobinF 1693517@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am also petite but I like to shop. It is more satisfying to me to see the item in person, feel the fabric, try it on. When I shop online I am often disappointed with what I get and I am not good about returns so sometimes end up stuck with it (my own fault I know). I am only 5'2" but can often wear non-petites or alter them to fit. But I am hard to fit in pants because of a larger waist and proportionally smaller hips so I always have to try them on and would rather just do that in the store. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-those-who-like-it-and-those-who-dont#post-1693516 Wed, 13 Jul 2016 16:01:21 +0000 Summer 1693516@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I imagine it must be very frustrating if your size or fit isn't readily available.<br />I don't have major fit issues, but I do know the brands that fit me best and that consistently offer styles that I like and that suit me.&nbsp; Although I am willing to shop anywhere, I have the most success with my trusted stores and brands.<br />Also, online shopping has been a godsend for me.&nbsp; Although I like shopping in store, it can become tiring and overwhelming after a while, and I used to get frustrated coming home empty-handed because I simply ran out of steam!&nbsp; Now I can browse to my heart's content, and, mostly, I find what I'm looking for.</p>