Retail therapy? How to do it right now?

[diamondyes]

I’m trying to save money because who knows what the future brings. I’m trying to shop Canadian because I’m Canadian.

Help!

I’m buying stuff to cheer myself up and it’s coming from the US and then I’m feeling very conflicted about that.

If I may ask, what’s your strategy? How’re you coping? Wah I’m just buying all the expensive chocolate and dresses and jewelry.

 

[Rebel Rebel]

Bonjour! My husband's family is from Quebec City, original settlers.

We will always support Canada, in allegiance and purchases (Dare Fudge cookies are my all-time favorite, I've eaten a whole bag at once many times!).

I've been on a retail binge the past week. No reason except I'm tired of of my closet. Found beautiful earrings and mint Gucci jeans on TRR on my first visit to the site. I'm not sure if TRR ships to Canada, but they have great stuff and it's packaged and delivered impeccably.

Been buying some clothes on tjmaxx (US) because they can be returned near my house. Not sure if you have that in Canada?

I have a kid who lives in Hawaii, so we're used to crazy shipping costs. She orders most clothing online.

I do my own nails: One inexpensive polish I love & recommend is the Essie Expressie line, it really dries in less than a minute. It's $10 USD.

Another thing I do, is if I find something I want to buy, I sign up for the website for their discount, and once I get the item, I unsubscribe. Works for a lot of retailers.

I also look at expensive sites (sometimes European, like Senser) to see trends & then shop for similar styles at better prices.

 

[kenny]

I’m trying to save money because who knows what the future brings. I’m trying to shop Canadian because I’m Canadian.

Help!

I’m buying stuff to cheer myself up and it’s coming from the US and then I’m feeling very conflicted about that.

If I may ask, what’s your strategy? How’re you coping? Wah I’m just buying all the expensive chocolate and dresses and jewelry.

Dr. Kenny prescribes ...

 

[Avondale]

If I may ask, what’s your strategy?

Buy local, support small businesses and crafts. If you're in the mood for some fancy chocolate, buy it from a shop where they make it themselves. If you have bling budget to spend, I'm sure Canada has a number of skilled jewellers. That's the general direction.

 

[autumngems]

I don't let the origin of what I buy bother me. I think too much emphasis is put on that these days. No matter what you buy most of it is made in other countries.