MALLING or ONLINE SHOPPING??
By chowee
@chowee (517)
Philippines
9 responses
@megamatt (14291)
• United States
15 Nov 10
Online shopping is becoming more and more attractive with each passing year. Everything gets done with no muss, no fuss. Granted, there are times where orders get delayed a bit but that is the nature of things and overnight shipping does not always mean overnight shipping. So I say about ninety five or more percent of my shopping is done online.
At one time, I used to go to the regular store. However, so many things just annoy me when I go out in the stores. Too many people. Plus the drive can be unbearable and my schedule needs to be worked around. Plus the service can be a bit lackluster as well. I just get that feeling that these are people who are out to get a paycheck and nothing more. Therefore, they are not going to be really helpful.
@greenline (14838)
• Canada
15 Nov 10
Online shopping is becoming very popular these days, and there are many sites selling a broad variety od products at reasonable prices. If I am to say what my preference is, I would still say malling, because I prefer to see the item with my own eyes, and touch it with my own hands before deciding to buy it.
@kel1483 (986)
• United States
14 Nov 10
I typically prefer to shop in stores/at the mall. I enjoy the ambience and the physically getting out and walking around from store to store. I do buy a lot of cd's, dvd's and books from amazon, though I still love actually going to a bookstore or electronics store to shop for them. Actually going to the stores can be more of a hassle because of waiting in lines and other customers or sales people being rude.
I think you can save money both ways. Some items are easier to just grab online for a cheap price, but there are certain items that I like to actually see and touch before I buy, so I wouldn't mind paying a couple bucks extra to get them in a store. Plus some stores have really good sale and clearances in store to draw more customers in so you can still get a good deal. The one thing I hate about online shopping is shipping fees. I tend to only shop online if I get free shipping (that's why I shop mostly at amazon.com because they have the free super saver shipping on orders over $25).
@puccagirl (7294)
• Israel
14 Nov 10
I do a bit of both, it kind of depends on what I am getting. I think malls and online stores are good for different things.
@Catana (735)
• United States
14 Nov 10
I don't have any malls near me or any practical way to get to them any more, but even when I could go to them, I hated them. Too big, too many choices, but not usually of what I was looking for. I love shopping online because it's fast, I have a much larger selection of items to choose from, and I can find things that aren't carried in malls, or even in many stores.
Online shopping also lets me compare prices, including shipping costs. Since I either make my clothes or buy them at the local thrift stores, shopping for clothes isn't a problem. That's one thing I wouldn't buy online because I need to feel the fabric and see the true colors. Proper fit would also be a big problem buying clothes online.
@Budettesky (95)
• Philippines
14 Nov 10
hi chowee!
I'd go malling than online shopping because i get to see the item personally. besides i can compare prises with the other brands, and get the cheaper one with a good quality. I can even stroll inside the mall and see whats on sale.
malling is also a good bonding time with my family, knowing theres a lot of stores, boutiques and restaurants inside it.
malling is beneficial to me and my family, just the word malling awaken my kids ears....
@hippiemomdiaries (815)
• Philippines
14 Nov 10
I am still the traditional shopper. I still go malling. I still like seeing and holding the actual product upclose. Also, I haven't gotten to accept the idea yet of putting my money online because I still have a hesitation or fear of being scammed. Call it traditional, but I'd rather be cautious at this stage.
@infatuatedbby (94914)
• United States
14 Nov 10
I personally prefer to go shopping at the mall because I like to be at the mall and physically try on the clothes or use the products to see if I'd like it. Online sometimes doesn't show the real quality of the clothes or product. I also find that it is cheaper in stores than online for me because I believe I am a good shopper when it comes to bargains, clearance + name brands :)
@tylerlou (67)
• United States
14 Nov 10
I prefer shopping at the mall. I just like the physical environment of the mall, or just being able to try on the clothes or seeing the product in real life. As mentioned above you can't see the flaws of the products online but you can in real life. But shopping online is also useful if your stuck at home and can't go to a mall.