Do you prefer shopping online or buying at retail stores?

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United States
November 18, 2011 6:29pm CST
Well, today my friend completely rejected the idea of buying clothes online because she said that there was no way you would know what size fitted you. This does happens, but rarely and other than this one minor flaw she pointed out, I listed more benefits to reassure her why shopping online was helpful. I said shopping online was easy, there's always a wider selection because you can custom order, it's convenient for shipping to your residence, and its innovative! The thing is, I like shopping at retail stores too because they always have an interesting selection! I would just rather shop online because I'm lazy and will fully employ the idea of speedy shipping to my house! So would you rather shop online or at retail stores, or both? (I also buy electronics, and miscellaneous items online, which further explains the image!)
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@youless (112561)
• Guangzhou, China
19 Nov 11
Today I like shopping online much more. In fact I have bought various kinds of products via the net already. I am already a VIP now:) There are many benefits to buy products online. There are much more choices online and you don't have to care about the sales person as well as the normal stores. And the price is so nice via the net. The delivery is not expensive, and sometimes it can be free of charge. This is why I enjoy shopping online. I love China
• United States
20 Nov 11
You are so right! Shopping online is so simple and there's such a huge selection of goods and even services that you can get online!
@jtj_hello (627)
• Philippines
19 Nov 11
Buying online is cool and convenient. However, nothing beats the experience of buying in retail store since you got to see the item you are purchasing real time. If you think it will not work then you have the option not to buy it unlike online where if you want to return the item you purchased, you need to wait for a while to be refunded. Basically these two have their own advantages and disadvantages, you just need to choose your preference, in my case I prefer buying things in a retails store but in some occasions, I also buy online specially those things I cannot see in the retail store but are available online.
@Triple0 (1904)
• Australia
19 Nov 11
I like shopping online too! That's what I am saving up here on Mylot! This month's payout was for ebay! I wasn't really into online buying before because I was suspicious of the internet and afraid that people would scam you. That was until I started earning online and using paypal and ebay a lot! I still do shop at the shops though with my friends. When we go out as a group of friends, we tend to shop when we don't have anything else to do and I like buying stuff with friends. I only buy when I see something really cheap and that really catches my eye. However, online, there is a wider range and I can get branded stuff for such a cheap price! I don't like waiting but hey, better than getting out to the shops yourself. So I enjoy online shopping but only for small things like clothes. Bigger stuff like electronics, I have to buy from a store. I don't trust the internet that much
@enelym001 (8322)
• Philippines
19 Nov 11
We have tried buying gift certificates/tickets online. But when it comes to expensive gadgets, shoes, clothes.. I still prefers going to retails stores. I always likes to fit clothes/shoes first and I don't think online shopping will be satisfying for me. Plus shopping at retails stores means I would instantly have the item with me.
• Philippines
19 Nov 11
I have nothing against buying on retail stores but I often use online shopping. It's much easier that way.I'm also to busy to go to stores. For fashion ideas you might want to visit www.lifo.com . It is an online home for information and comment on girls'interest whether it be the latest Hollywood gossip or tips on the trendiest fashion.
@almond24 (1248)
• Hungary
19 Nov 11
I prefer shopping at retail stores, especially clothes or shoes, that way I can see how they look like in reality. If it's something that I can't get at a store, or I would have to travel all day just to get to the store, then I rather buy online. I'm careful with online shopping because I ran into cheaters couple times and lost my money, so I only buy from trusted companies.
@lilaclady (28207)
• Australia
19 Nov 11
I love buying on line, but clothes for some reason I like to see them and try them on because sizing is so different from brand to brand, but other things like cd's and electronics I love..
@Rosa26 (2618)
• United States
19 Nov 11
I prefer shopping at retail stores because I like and need to see what I am buying I need to touch it even smell it,because I don't trust a lot about buying online.I can buy pizza online,I use to buy in walmart and I get my payment from mylot online, ut not more than, shoes and clothes are things I need to see and touch before to pay.
@ardoy0731 (7308)
• Philippines
19 Nov 11
I haven't tried to buy anything online.I used to shop in the stores to know if it is really nice if you see it personally and to avoid buying clothes that are not fit to me.
@waya616 (149)
• Philippines
19 Nov 11
I usually shop at retail stores. That would be after I check their websites.