Do you prefer shopping online or going out?

Question

Before the pandemic, I used to go out 5 out of 10 times to buy clothes, accessories and all but for groceries-I always went out. Since the pandemic, I shop online most of the time it especially for groceries. I order groceries online almost everyday, as I think it saves my time and my energy. I don't need to carry heavy weights or worry about social distancing. I love it. You? What do you prefer?

EmbraceThePain · Accepted Answer

So, it really depends on what I’m buying.

If it’s a tailored suit then I’d clearly come in and get it fitted and tried out in-person. Even shoes I’d buy and have bought online since I know my size quite well enough so I’m never disappointed whenever I get them in and try them out.

When it comes to clothing sizes such as shirts, hoodies, and others I’m even better and spot on with my size.

Honestly, I order nearly everything or anything online. If I go out to get something it’s because of friends, family, etc.

Oigit · Accepted Answer

Oneline. Shopping in a store makes me go full Sheldon Cooper. I go to the store knowing what I need or want. Make one trip through the store to memorize it's layout. Then I shop as quickly as I can and leave. But people and their carts are always in the way. Also people seem to act as if it's ok to take up an entire isle between their themselves and their cart. But I'm the a-hole for asking them to move their cart or moving it myself. So a 10 to 20 min shopping trip can take an hour or more simply because of people and their carts.

blurpblurp · Accepted Answer

Online all the way. I get bored of going out for shopping cause I rarely buy things on impulse. I always need days or weeks before deciding on anything to buy so online shopping fits this need.

I rarely buy clothing or shoes in general so it's not really a huge problem. It can be tricky to get the right size when it comes to those two but after years doing this, I know how to get the right ones.

It saves time, money, and energy. But, yeah.. gotta be smart to identify bad sellers or products.

crimsonandclover2 · Accepted Answer

I think online shopping can be deceiving. Clothes might look different on the picture and models wearing them, compared to you. If you don't try them out in person, how will you know for sure?

htmndg183 · Answer

Going out. Sometimes shoes fit differently for different brands. Also seeing it and trying it in person is better than getting it delivered and then returning it if its not upto the mark (returning goods via online shopping is a hassle). For shirts since the size guides are fairly simple i don't mind online for that.

Ian69 · Answer

I used to love going out shopping pre-pandemic for everything, like groceries, clothes, DIY, etc. But with all the Covid malarkey I now do the majority of my shopping online.

strawhatEli · Answer

I love going out most of the time. I love atmosphere & the value of interaction is more important for me.

Other reasons why I buy offline:

Books - I always get very good suggestions from the shop owner.
Also I love to browse through multiple books before buying one.

Clothes - I'm huge in comparison to average people from where I'm so it's tough to find good clothes that perfectly so for suits, shirts I get them stitched, other clothes I need to go through a lot of them to find the ones that fit perfectly. Buying online had always to return 2-3 times before finding the fit.

Electronics - Mostly I prefer buying them off-line but I buy them online too. Depends on where I get it cheaper.

Biancam13 · Answer

Shopping online 100%. There’s way more stock and I don’t have to make an effort to try everything on etc

beebella · Answer

I like the convenience of shopping online, but if I'm looking for something specific, then I prefer to look for it in store before I spend more money buying it online.

Iron_Man · Answer

I could never shop online with my body size so many clothing places make shirts that are extra large but real small and I need to try all my clothes on in person And get a real normal extra-large

Gingerguy33 · Answer

I’m not scared of the virus so 3 months after the pandemic I went back to normal haven’t worn a mask since

douride2 · Answer

Even before covid I didn't like shopping. Still now I prefer to go to a real store & pick out what I want.

GoodGuyBreakingBad · Answer

I'd rather shop online, even for clothes, electronics, I just don't shop for groceries online

AviatorTom · Answer

I still do both. Online is nice in that it's easy to search for things and get the best price. Going to the store, walking around and finding things you may or may not be actively looking for, is also good. The store also gives you what you buy instantly, without waiting for the online store to deliver it days later.

TallAnon · Answer

I buy everything online and if it doesn't fit, then I wear them anyway 😂 Can't be arsed sending them back either

Socal99 · Answer

Usually if it's something of food and stuff like that I'll go to trader Joe's or I'll go to Costco or Sam's club. If it's stuff for the house or something I may need for my car I always shop online it's 10 times cheaper than going somewhere local. And by the way you look amazing in your picture

In_Trance · Answer

depends what I'm shopping for. Some things you just have to be there to get

JohnQue74 · Answer

I sometimes go shopping just to go see what's out there. I like touching things.

ChiTown33 · Answer

I hate shopping. I don't it only when I have to. I'm cheap and I always think everything costs too much/ there always a better deal somewhere else. I've never bought anything online. I'm too paranoid to do it (something I'm trying to change lol).

bigpauly · Answer

I prefer in person for clothes but online for everything else

Finchie40 · Answer

I rather go out but it seems most stores are limited on their selections now that it is easier to just buy it online So I like doing both to be honest

Raindnz · Answer

Depends on what am shopping for but prefer online whenever possible. I just hate searching for things in stores - I consider it a waste of my time!

lrina · Answer

online shopping, has a much wider variety in clothes. plus you rarely find gothic lolita clothes irl.

exitseven · Answer

I would rather go to a store and buy what a want and bring it home. The problem is that most of the stores are gone and the ones that are left have mostly empty shelves.

weysally · Answer

I prefer going to the shops, with clothes I like to feel the texture. and of course try it on, groceries I like to see what I am buying,

Phoenix98 · Answer

With clothes n boots, hats, etc I like to shop at a store better because I can look at em up close, try em on etc

Pink2000 · Answer

I find more stuff online than I do in store. I love online shopping. The only thing I hate is trying to return something that I bought online.

llorando · Answer

Depends on what I'm shopping for and how fast I need it. When comes to buying food, I always go out, but for things that aren't important and isn't needed right away I'll order online.

nannnnssss · Answer

Any one where ever the product and size is available if I like a product at a store and can't find my size i order it online and vice versa

Alexis_1996 · Answer

Depends on what. Clothes I like to do in person other than socks that are. Cause clothes in the same size from one company might not be the with another.

driven159 · Answer

going out can't trust online to sell you what they say it is especially clothes like shoes I go to the reebok store i just make my trips count now that gas is so high

Wise4myage · Answer

Sure, just never clothes. And I agree with you.

Nazgol · Answer

Online. Haven't even been to the mall in a long time. Ain't nobody got time for that any more, or energy 😒

Bricealan · Answer

Online (Amazon and Jockey)

the_sinner · Answer

Even before the pandemic I mostly shopped online and post pandemic I still love it. Although I buy few things but I go through many.

sab_sal · Answer

I prefer going out. I end up spending a lot more money if I shop online. Also I just like the atmosphere some malls have

OddBeMe · Answer

Oh god staying in. I hate grocery stores. The worst people…

Juliette1994 · Answer

Mostly online. Accept clothes I like to try it on before I buy it.

TheSpaceGnome · Answer

Going out, I hate online shopping.

CarolineW · Answer

Online - far more choice

jimmy2 · Answer

We all are like you

andreasderjuengere · Answer

I won't do any online shopping in my life.

Massageman · Answer

I prefer to shop in person.

HeartFullOfGlue · Answer

Going out, I like touching stuff

InferiorElegy · Answer

Depends what I am buying and how fast I want it.

Meihua · Answer

Online is easy and quick so i prefer

Tiptoetamm · Answer

I like going out

michael1469 · Answer

Depends on what i am buying.

Dnice1 · Answer

Going out

jahaims · Answer

Online

Staximus · Answer

I'd rather go oot

anton_dee · Answer

Online

Hispanic-Cool-Guy · Answer

Out.

RoseJ123 · Answer

Shopping online.

Cahittinsan010101 · Answer

Going.

sophiaa21 · Answer

going ouuut

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