Are you a online shopper?
By lchiat
@lchiat (1070)
Malaysia
November 6, 2008 5:27pm CST
Hi all mylotters!! Anyone here is online shopper? A lot of my friends nowadays just buy what they want at home. They are just clicking the things they want by using their computer. Most of them are buying clothes online. But for me, i still prefer to go shopping in a shopping mall. I enjoy the feeling and i feel more safe to buy a thing that i can feel myself. How about you?
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42 responses
@jstmarfz (1498)
• United States
6 Nov 08
Hello! I am both online and mall shopper. I shop through online if I get bored and see stuffs that I don't see in the mall. As long as I know the exact size that does fit to me and not, I have nothing to worry. Though, shopping online is more expensive because of freight and handling. It is fun to do shopping online than in the mall. Because in the mall, it takes long and very crowded but through online, you can have all the time you want and no hassle.
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@jstmarfz (1498)
• United States
7 Nov 08
Like at Ebay? Yupz I shop clothes at ebay too. It depends how the seller describe the item. You should describe the item how it really looks. There are people at ebay buy pre-owned clothes. AS long as it does not have stains or holes in it and can still be wear by the buyer.
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
9 Nov 08
Hi. Ya at Ebay. I see. Then i will try to sell some clothes there. One of my friend only wear her shirt once. She is too rich and waste the money all on her clothes. So i will try get from her and sell it there. Happy myloting!!! Thanks a lot!!!
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
7 Nov 08
Hi. Nice to meet you here. Thanks a lot for your response. You like to buy clothes online too? I found out that most people nowadays buy clothes online. Will you buy second hand clothes online? I mean t-shirt. If the size is suit you. I am doing a survey see if i set up a second hand stall will the online shopper choose to buy a second hand one or new one. Hope to hear from you soon. Happy myloting!!!
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@hellcowboy (7374)
• United States
7 Nov 08
I can honestly say that me and my fiance are both online shoppers and we have bought several things from online stores such as WalMart.com,and BarnesandNoble.com and a few other sites that we can trust,we do like going to a store to do the shopping but since prices are going up all over the place because of the state of the economy and the gas prices are always fluctuating,it just seems cheaper to stay at home and order stuff that way you can save the gas that it would take to drive to a store such as Wal Mart,plus if you have a PayPal account sites like WalMart.com will allow you to pay directly from your PayPal without having to use a debit or credit card which is a little more secure,and a whole lot easier than having to withdraw money from PayPal into a back account,which would mean having to wait like four days,besides shopping online can be a lot of fun,because you can find almost anything you want online without having to leave the comfort of your computer which is awesome if you ask me,especially if you are doing Christmas shopping because you do not have to worry about crowds,or long lines.
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
9 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for your response. Nice to meet you here. Seem that online shopping really bring a lot of fun!!! I want to have a try on it too. I have a pay pal account. All my money are from Mylot so i dont feel like want to waste it on purchasing stuff online. I want to invest it on other sites. So i didnt try to shop online before. Thanks a lot ya!!! Happy myloting!!!
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@katkat (2378)
• Philippines
7 Nov 08
I prefer shopping at malls. I got the chance to hang with my friends, window shopping and try clothes on. In online shopping you can't try the clothes on and sometimes the item you buy doesn't look exactly in the net and in person. My money is safe and worth it if I buy or shop in the malls and might find sales and bargains for low price.
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@cowgirlheart (114)
• United States
6 Nov 08
I like to comparison shop from home, and yes, most of the time I will buy online. With the price of gas, carbon footprints and not wanting to put the mileage on my cars, why not have it delivered? Just wish I could get everything to come at one time, would save on all the issues above.
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@cndn420 (2062)
• Canada
6 Nov 08
there are only certain things that i'll buy online. the things i'll buy online are books, gift certificates, and ive also bought electronics and video games online.
i don't buy clothes online because if they may not fit, and the return policies can be kinda iffy.
i prefer to shop in malls for clothing and shoes because i can at least see what they look like on me
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
7 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for your response. Nice to meet you here. I agree with what you said. But a lot of people still choose to buy clothes online. I didnt shop online before so i dont know the feeling of shopping online. Thanks a lot for you sharing!!! Happy myloting!!!
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@Vivian_Studio (275)
• United States
7 Nov 08
Hi lchiat,
I am an online shopper, and I am pretty used to the online shopping. I love amazon, ebay, 6pm, and other online store. It is very convenient to buy stuff online. Of course the trade off is sometimes you cannot get the thing of perfect size, but I still enjoy it!
Happy mylotting!
Vivian
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
7 Nov 08
Hi Vivian. Nice to meet you here. Thanks a lot for your response. I want to ask for your opinion. Do you buy second hand clothes? If i set up a second hand stall and sell some clothes there will you buy it? Besides, if i sell some cheap and cute soft toys will you buy it? It is brand new. Happy myloting!!! Have a great day!!!
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@rusty2rusty (6763)
• Defiance, Ohio
9 Nov 08
Yes, I am an online shopper. There are some things I can't find in my are and I order them online. But as for clothes. Since I am an odd size, and a little over weight. I like to try all my clothes on to see if they fit. many times clothes will say one size...but they are really different. I have noticed not all stores size large are actually size large. That has been a big pet peeve of mine.
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
13 Nov 08
Thanks a lot for your response. Ya. I agree with you that sizes really is a big problem that make us cant buy clothes online. I always worry that if i order clothes online then i dont suit it then it really waste my money. So i still choose to buy it locally. Happy myloting!!!
@CraftyCorner (5600)
• United States
7 Nov 08
I buy online what I could not easily get by going out. As a shut in, getting out for anything other than a grocery shop is not easy. There are products the local stores do not carry. Those are the things that I can get online. There is the problem of when the local store runs out of something, I can't just pick it up the next day or so. Getting out is difficult.
@CraftyCorner (5600)
• United States
12 Nov 08
I have Identity Protection through my bank and shop with my debit card which behaves like a credit card for Internet exchange. They will investigate any purchases that look 'hinky'.
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Buying on the Net through an online store such as Amazon.com is not any more dangerous to your identity and money then going to a physical store. Physical stores use computers to manage customer information.
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You can comparison shop in your underpants.
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http://www.shopping.com/
@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
12 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for your response. I see. Ya sometime we cant find something that we want at our place. The only way to get it is online find it at some sites. But i dont feel it is safe to do so. I still dont really have enough confident to buy things online. At least it is very cheap and i really like it. If not i wont shop online. Happy myloting!!! Have a nice day!!!
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@carolscash (9492)
• United States
8 Nov 08
Yes, I do shop online and I love it. I have purchased so many items online and I am never disappointed. I like shopping online as I hate the crowds at the store. I hope to really buy most of the new decor items online for my house.
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
13 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for your response. Nice to meet you here. Seem that more and more people enjoying shopping at home and hate to shop in crowd. But sometime if you shopping in crowd you will find that it is fun too. Look for something that you wanted to buy and choosing it there. It is totaly different feeling compare to buy online. You can have a try. Happy myloting!!!
@applefreak (3130)
• Singapore
9 Nov 08
yes i'm slowly becoming an online shopper. i used to not like shopping online because i don't get to see the product. however recently i bought quite a few things online and i like what i receives. the description is accurate so i won't buy the wrong thing. there are also things that i don't need to see before buying. furthermore, the amount of money i save by shopping online is quite a lot. so i think i will be doing more of my shopping online. cheers
@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
13 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for your response. I agree with you that shop online can save quite a lot. But sometimes it dont. The sky high shipping fees will make the prices become more expensive than some stores. For me i need to see a products before i buy it so i still prefer to buy it locally. Happy myloting!!!
@vicki2876 (5636)
• Canada
6 Nov 08
I actually don't really do too much online shopping because I am very limited on what I can buy. i have done e-bay and amazon as I can get gift certificates for amazon through surveys and stuff and e-bay because I can use paypal. But most places only do credit cards which I don't have. I would shop online if I could though because I live in a very remote area and would love to get the fashions and items that I can't get when I do get to town.
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
7 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for your response. Nice to meet you here. I see your problems. I have something need get your opinion. If i set a second hand fashion stall at Ebay will you buy clothes there? I am still considering. I have a friend always buy new clothes and she only wear it once. So i am thinking sell it as second hand at Ebay. If you will you buy it? Happy myloting!!! Hope to hear from you soon.
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@icedventi (155)
• United States
6 Nov 08
I am sometimes. I find lots of good sales online. Plus with sites like Ebates and Mypoints I can earn money back everytime I shop. I also wear a really small size and sometimes have trouble finding it in stores.
I do love going to the mall though, even if it's just to walk and look around.
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
7 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for your response. Nice to meet you here. I see. Thats mean you buy most of your clothes online. If i set up a second hand store online and selling some clothes will you buy it? What kind of clothes that you usually look for? Hope to hear from you soon. Have a nice day!!! Happy myloting!!!
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@quinnkl (1667)
• United States
9 Nov 08
I do enjoy shopping online. I don't like shopping for clothes as much (except things I am not worried about how they look like jeans, underwear, tees, etc) online because I like to try them on and make sure I like how they look on me. I buy books and gifts online a lot. Since I am not a shopper, it is a delight to be able to go online and find what I want and buy/order it.
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
13 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for you response. I see. I agree with you that books and gift can order online. For clothes i wont buy it online. The sizes are different for some brand. So i still think it is safer to buy it locally. I also hope to see the clothes fit me or not. Happy myloting!!!
@ANTIQUELADY (36440)
• United States
7 Nov 08
i have shopped online & it's o.k. i am one of the few that don't like to shop period, neverhave. i don't buy many clothes because i don't need them i'm retired &i can wear anything arounf the house & do. lol i have clothes in the closet i very seldom ever wear because i don;t do anywhere to dress up. give me a pair of p.j. pants & a big ol' shirt & i'm happy.
@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
12 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for your response. Wow!!! Mylot is really a great place for me to know more friends from all walks of life. I am still a student. I understand what you are saying. For me i also simply wear at home. No one will saw it. Lol. Nice to meet you here. Happy myloting!!!
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@jfeets726 (775)
• United States
7 Nov 08
Like you, I like to buy clothes locally. I like to make sure that all clothes fit and are comfortable to wear. I also buy food locally, but anything else I will usually buy online.
I am doing most of my Christmas shopping online this year. I like that I can easily compare prices to find the best deals. I am shopping on a budget this year, so it is nice to be able to compare prices in just a few seconds without having to waste time or gas.
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@di1159 (1580)
• United States
7 Nov 08
I love going to the mall too, but sometimes when I'm pressed for time, I do shop online. As a matter of fact, I took my Christmas list and started online shopping. I ordered a lot of items through Kohls and was pleased that after a certain amount there was free shipping. I spent a little over 90.00 and the free shipping is for 75.00 or more so I qualified. I got a lot of presents taken care of, so now I just wait for delivery and start wrapping. I think a lot of people will do that this year, since companies will be offering a lot of incentives for online shoppers.
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
13 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for your response. Nice to meet you here. I see. What kind of things are you ordering? Mind to share? Actually if you are interested i can help you get some Christmas presents such as cute bears at my place. If you are interested can send me an e-mail. This is my address p_chiat@hotmail.com. Happy myloting!!!
@iyah10 (4115)
• Kuwait
8 Nov 08
I always enjoy my online shopping in Amazon.com especially for my shoes which Clarks and my sports shoes which is also Adidas and even for my inner and I can conclude that even for my shirts in which it is for clothing I always choose to bought in online.....but my wife always want to bought the clothing for her and to my daughter in the Shopping Mall here in Kuwait.
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@catdla1 (6005)
• United States
7 Nov 08
It depends on what I'm shopping for. Jeans and shoes I prefer to buy in person. Other things, like sweaters, dresses and jackets, where fit is more relaxed, I like to buy online. There are a handful of shopping sites that I use regularly, and have had good experiences. I also like that I usually save sales tax by shopping online, and many sites have bargain or free shipping.
I can't stand shopping malls. The noise, people and poor-quality air drive me nuts. When I do shop, I prefer stand-alone stores, so that it's easier to step outside for fresh air.
@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
12 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for your response. I see. I get what you mean. The most important we shopping online is find some cheaper shipping fees and if possible get the free shipping. The shipping is the factor which always make our things become more expensive. But for me i still prefer to go shopping in a mall with friends. Happy myloting!!!
@fsbalsante (1)
• Brazil
7 Nov 08
I've buying loads of things online lately. The lack of time is the main reason Im doing it. Buying things I need online is practical, but surely it didnt have "the feeling" of buying in the usual way.
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@lchiat (1070)
• Malaysia
12 Nov 08
Hi. Thanks a lot for your response. You seem quite new here. Welcome to Mylot. I see. You are a online shopper. I dont do online shopping because i dont feel it is safe enough to buy something that i cant feel on my own and try it on the spot. So i still prefer to buy thing in usual way. Happy myloting!!! Have a nice day!!!