Dressing in the markets is quick, profitable and convenient. But alas, online shopping can lead to addiction and unnecessary spending. How to avoid this? Let’s talk.
The popularity of online shopping has skyrocketed since 2020 and continues to grow every day. Even the most loyal shopping enthusiasts admit that dressing in the markets is quick, profitable and convenient. No matter how much time you spend on the Internet looking for, for example, a skirt of a certain model and the desired color, in any case it will be an immeasurable saving of time compared to searching in a huge shopping center. The abundance of new stylish combinations, the availability of the latest novelties, personal recommendations and reviews of other customers make virtual shopping more and more attractive.
But there is also the other side of the coin: as psychologists note, the online shopping process has become so exciting that it can cause real addiction and, moreover, put a heavy burden on the budget. To get the most out of your online shopping, follow the 5 tips we’ve put together in this article. And if you want even more inspiration and fashion trends, subscribe to channel “Voice” on Viber!
Record and analyze your expenses every month
Spending virtual money is psychologically easier than real money, especially if you use a credit card. Therefore, when we buy online, we do not always notice how far we go over the allocated budget. Regularly check the purchases section in Marketplace apps, track spending on your computer, smartphone or favorite notebook. For greater clarity, you can divide your expenses into categories: “Clothing and shoes”, “Accessories”, “Personal care”, etc. Determine the maximum amount you can afford to spend in each category and make sure you don’t exceed the limits. Create wishlists and prioritize! This will help you avoid spontaneous purchases. Add desired items that you cannot purchase immediately to your “Favorites”.
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In any case, a good habit would be to first put the goods aside, and after a day or two return to shopping in order to have time to understand whether the desire to purchase a specific item was a whim momentary. Perhaps in the future some of the postponed items will lose their attractiveness for you or you will be able to find more profitable analogues. So, by taking a break, you have the opportunity to use your budget more rationally and economically.
Explore filtering and sorting options
If you still find it difficult to quickly find this or that desired item or choose the right size, try to study the filters available in online stores more carefully. They will help you no longer display many irrelevant cards in search results. You can filter not only by size and color, but also by cut, material texture, fit type, brand and many other parameters. Also use sorting to choose the best deals based on reviews, ratings and product popularity from other customers. Favor sorting by rating, as it more accurately reflects the quality of the product, as opposed to popularity, which can be dictated, for example, by a low price with poor quality. If you have the opportunity to try, not only order an item in your size, but also order the same item in a larger size to compare options.
