Online Shopping ?

The Pros

• Shops are open any time unless the website is under construction.
• No crowds!
• You can enlarge any item and see every single detail - something which is not always possible in badly-lit crowded shops.
• All it takes to buy the desired item is just a few clicks and if you are a repeat client..one click is enough.
• You never wait in a queue at the cash desk!
• While comfortably sitting back in your favourite armchair, you can browse through hundreds of items within minutes!
• Good online shops are so reliable!
• The Internet Visa Card makes online shopping such a great pleasure. Use it to shop online safely!
• There are NO unpleasant shop assistants!
• In some online shops you can even try on clothes using an avatar!

 

The Cons

• You can't touch or smell what you buy - that's why I never buy perfumes online!
• Your credit card might be stolen by a third party. That's why the Internet Visa is so safe and everyone can get it.
• You can't ask questions on the item you want to purchase.
• If your credit card doesn't work....they don't accept cash! Yet some online shops accept cheques. 
• You can't strike a bargain!
• Bad computer resolution can be misleading.
• You can't buy fresh fruit from Florida let's say if you live thousands of miles away!

My Favourite Online Shops

• llbean
• Amazon
• Harrods
• PickUpFlowers
• GiftOfCourse
• Marks&Spencer

Comments

[Kofla Olivieri]

I actually prefer online shopping, it's convenient. Because of my size, the only item I won't buy online is clothes. Shopping for clothes is a major problem for me, they have to fit me just right so I have to try them on before making a purchase.

[Agnes]

What a great post. I shop online a lot. Cosmetics, coffee, shoes, even furniture. I think your cc data is never safe, online or offline. I have a low-limit credit card especially for online purchases, if it gets hacked, it's not the end of the world.

[Lakis Ioannou]

Although I have occasionally purchased services online, I have never bought anything else like clothes, books cds, dvds etc. I don't like shopping in general, anyway. Such a loss of time! Shipping often costs a lot, so why not use that money for other purposes?

[Christina]

I do most of my shopping online and have never regretted it. I buy clothes, shoes, handbags and other accessories, dvds, and food. I also love shopping cosmetics at http://www.beautyshop.gr On http://forthnet.gr you can find all the online shops in Greece. For Greece and Cyprus, shipping doesn't really cost a lot and many eshops offer free shipping on special offers.

[Stefania]

I find online shopping very convenient and I often buy things from ebay - they have great things for the home and good prices too. But for clothes or shoes I'd rather try them on.

[Constantinos]

I enjoy online shopping from time to time and I mostly purchase books, DVDs and music downloads as I can have them immediately on my computer.

[Laura]

I'd rather not disclose my credit card information on the Internet. So I don't shop online. Besides, I really enjoy going off on a shopping spree once in a while.

[Anastasia]

I always use my Internet Credit Card when I shop online. The limit is set to zero and whenever I want to purchase something online, I log into my bank and transfer the exact amount of money I'd like to use to my Internet card.

[Anastasia]

Thanks for the links!

[Anastasia]

Well I've recently purchased 2 jumpers, one pair of shoes, a skirt, a set of sheets and a T-shirt from http://www.llbean.com - that's in the USA. I paid $180 including shipping and €30 customs taxes!

[Bobbin Talk]

I by books and technology online, but I would never buy shoes or clothes unless I've tried them before and know exactly what I'm getting. I like to feel the fabric and see the actual fit before I buy!

[Anastasia]

I never try on clothes .... I know this can be a bit of a problem at times but just thinking of how many women tried on the same item puts me off.

[Bobbin Talk]

I always try on clothes, but then once I buy I always, always wash before I wear them!

[Anastasia]

Credit cards can be 99% safe both online and offline. I use my internet card online and I have a pin for offline credit cards.