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    Have you increased your online shopping for clothes.

    I normally go to the stores and shop for what I want since I'm somewhat retired. Being bored and avoiding doing what I should be doing (finishing some remodeling) I have bought more clothes than I have in the last year. It is just so easy. I feel like I'm keeping the delivery people employed

    The real issue is we are out of closet space. I had a lot of women's clothes before I was given a wardrobe by a friend who lost weight and a husband in divorce. The problem is I need the space where the storage boxes were. My daughter told me to purge what I won't wear and buy things I like. I can't donate them until the donation sites open back up. She is expected to be fashionable in her work. So she cleans out her closet with the seasons. I like the classic looks, but most of the time I wear the same things women my age do. Have lots of blouses, Many were expensive and I really like. some are very obvious women's. Lots of tees and casual wear.
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    No, I have not. I am a firm believer in shopping in person, for both practical and philosophical reasons. Number one is that it is a huge gamble to pay for an item that may or may not fit or flatter me, return policy notwithstanding. So my purchases during the pandemic have been few and far between, just a coUKple of skirts and one top. I very much look forward to getting back into the stores and playing dress up with my "sister".

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    I haven't. I've gotten rid of a lot of clothes, evidenced by the number of empty hangers. Using my typical one in / one out rule, I've got a lot of shopping to do when this is over!

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    I got hooked on Chico's about two weeks ago. The good part is that they have a 120 days return policy and you can drop them off at their boutiques . So far I don't intend to return what I have purchased from them. My goal is to pair my wardrobe down this year. If we don't quit cooking so much I won't fit any of my clothes. We are quarantined at home by the kids. We both are good cooks so we have been trying new things. Oh well.

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    Liz, Lately I don't buy online, except shoes, I like to go into the store. That being said, if an ad pops up and I like the dress, I will snap it up.
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    No, I had a bit of a spending spree before all this mess kicked off big time. I do window shop on-line to help keep my sanity as I see 000's of Euros leave my accounts each month and absolutely nothing comes in. Oh the joys of being in the travel and tourism business.
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    Have you increased your online shopping for clothes?


    Couple weeks ago I was reaching new sports bras and just bras.... I was in between 42/44 band and truly trail and error.
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    At the start of the lockdown I thought I would be adding to cart a lot; what has happened is I've only purchased a shapewear cami and one swimsuit. Due to lengthy fulfillment and delivery (from retailer to post office), I feel it isn't worth it. Good news is because I haven't bought much of anything my bank account has swollen.

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    Liz,
    I'm avoiding buying too much as we don't know when the lockdown will end , OK we are being bombarded with special offers all the time but those offers will still be going when things get back to normal . I would love to buy some new skirts for spring but they maybe stuck in the wardrobe for weeks if not months . Besides I'm expecting money to cost more , credit maybe harder to get and cost more as the financial sector plays catchup .

    Are we keeping the delivery companies employed or are we expecting them to take too many risks at the moment , besides it sounds like you have plenty so why buy more ?

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    I spent about $250 in the past month, so yes, I've spent more online to take advantage of the sales.
    I got a decent raise with my recent review, which was done via phone due to the lockdown.
    It is more than I've spent on clothes in the past few years.
    I have a very easy time buying stuff online, as I have a very girly figure.
    I've stayed safe by not leaving the yard. I have been busy gardening to stay sane.

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    Seems I order something everyday.

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    Not at all. I prefer to shop in person and try everything on.
    I spent too much money doing the buy/try/return dance. Once I began going out everywhere 20 years ago that ended. I want to touch, feel and try on clothes to make sure they fit and actually look good on my body.
    I don't wear women's clothes, I wear MY clothes !

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    Quote Originally Posted by Cheryl T View Post
    I spent too much money doing the buy/try/return dance.
    In most online stores I have free returns (I live in France). I figured the same was true in North America ?

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    Quote Originally Posted by DianeT View Post
    In most online stores I have free returns (I live in France). I figured the same was true in North America ?
    Not true here.
    Some do, but with most you may have free shipping from the store but you have to pay to return the item. It's not only the monetary expense but also the time involved from finding something, receiving it and trying it on, returning it and awaiting the refund. It's just so much more convenient where we lived to go to the store. There were so many malls in close proximity and as I said I'm kind of "touchy feely" when it comes to clothing.
    It's nice they allow you free return shipping, especially if you are not in a city area.
    I don't wear women's clothes, I wear MY clothes !

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    I shop online some everyday, so for me it hasn't changed. I do most of my shopping online. I find it more convenient that trying to dig through racks of clothing. Plus I can shop a few minutes here and there when I have time.

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    I like to think about it as the Conservation of Shopping Law.

    Total Shopping = online shopping + retail shopping.

    As a result of the lockdown due to coronavirus, Retail Shopping has asymptotically decreased to zero, since there's no place to shop.
    To balance the Conservation of Shopping Law, Online Shopping has to increase to make up for the decrease in Retail Shopping.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Stephanie47 View Post
    I do have an itch for pretty slips. Slips I still peruse ebay for, but, in larger sizes there is almost nothing to bid on. With over 400 full slips in my collection (yes, I love to collect slips) I could open a retail shop stocked with hundreds of vintage slips. To keep my mind in the game and somewhat on even keel it has been buying panties; vintage and new colors. I have my eye on some floral panties up for bids. That's where my coronavirus relief check is headed.
    Stephanie. You have enough slips to wear a different one every day, and still have some left over. I ask you to share he wealth. Since you have enough to open a retail store, you should, on eBay. I'm guessing that you have about $6,000 inventory in slips. Sell some, and make some CD happy, and make room in the closet for more stuff.

    I know you've heard the rule, "He who has the most slips when he dies wins." But it's not true.

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    Actually, I?ve been going over the pieces I?ve bought a while back. For a while, I went on a massive buying spree. I?m not sure I know all I have.
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    I'm in shock as to how much fem clothing I have. Lingerie Liz is a good name for me. I'm moving all of my lingerie out of two 19 gal storage totes. My bras are already in drawers. I have so many lingerie items I could open a shop. I have a bunch of slips, but I don't wear dresses much. Yet they remind me of the good ole days. I didn't realize how many camisoles I have. Some are for modesty, but many others are very sexy. Oh well.

    I'm buying blouses on line. Just can't resist.

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    Yes, definitely. It's easier on me, but the wait kills me! I will go into the store around holidays, it's like cover for me, but I wear size 18 clothes and 11W shoes so I have to scout out who has that available. The important part is that I know my sizes, and I really haven't had issues with things not fitting. Just got a blouse and skirt in today!

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    Haven't really gotten too awful much in the way of clothing online lately. Since the beer bug thing started, I mean. Lot of other stuff though.

    Although, there were a few things that looked awful cute...

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    I have yet to really buy in the shops. That will change in the future. My gurl section of my closet has more room. I share the walk in with my wife. She has not made a comment yet about the 3 dresses, 3 tops and 2 skirts I have hanging up. But then again, I am placing these items in the back and not in her face. We are in a DSDS relationship.

    Regarding on line, I have 3 dresses ordered and a new top coming in anytime now. If I need more storage space I will toss some mens clothes out. I have too much old clothes and I tend to wear the same things often.

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    As I've simply continued with normal but, with more free time while the scamdemic runs its course, I thought I would sort out all the Carla stuff. It's endless.
    And, I've reached a point where I'm not buying anything online.
    I've waited so long for this time. Makeup is so frustrating. Shaking hands and I look so old. This was a mistake.
    My new maid's outfit is cute. Sure fits tight.
    And then I step into the bedroom and in the mirror, I see a beautiful woman looking back at me.
    Smile, Honey! You look fabulous!

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    I finally got it through my thick skull that I really do not need to buy much anymore. I use to peruse on line dresses on daily basis on ebay and stores which have an on-line presence; Kohl's, JC Penny. The last time I actually bought a dress was more than 18 months ago. I think the real problem (?) is my wife fully retired after back surgery and other medical issues. Now she is recovering from a total knee replacement. Between the knee operation and coronavirus lock down everyone is trapped at home. The only outings are quick grocery runs. No chance to peruse stores just for fun. When she was working several days a week I did have about seven hours a day to be en femme. Really no opportunity to do more than wear panties and sleep in a nightgown. I am spending way too much time on the computer. I do have an itch for pretty slips. Slips I still peruse ebay for, but, in larger sizes there is almost nothing to bid on. With over 400 full slips in my collection (yes, I love to collect slips) I could open a retail shop stocked with hundreds of vintage slips. To keep my mind in the game and somewhat on even keel it has been buying panties; vintage and new colors. I have my eye on some floral panties up for bids. That's where my coronavirus relief check is headed.

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    No my spending hasn't gone up. I seldom buy online anyway now as i prefer shopping for fem clothes in person, at inexpensive chain stores.
    Unless there is something i really need i will wait for normality to return, so i can go out shopping again, rather than pay extra online for something that may not fit and then have the hassle of returning it.
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    It is a short drive to return something purchased online at either VS or Amazon. Yes, almost everyone in the USA offers free returns. Though I did see one shoe manufacturer who didn't on their closeout prices. I decided not to buy from them.

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