I don’t care what they say. Shopping is a hobby. It’s a lifestyle. Who doesn’t love treating themselves to a new pair of shoes? I go to my mall and visit the same stores weekly. I have it down to a routine. Retail therapy is the best kind of therapy, don’t try to argue with me on that. If you love to shop ‘til you drop, you’re not alone. If these nine signs apply to you, I think it’s safe to say you’re a shopaholic:
1. You get way too excited after you buy new stuff.
Whatever it is, shoes, jeans, shirts, accessories or all of the above- you get way too excited. You look for any occasion coming up just to wear it. “I can’t wait to wear my new (insert clothing item here)” comes out of your mouth either once or twice..or more. It’s not your fault though, you can’t help but admire your new purchases!
2. You shop when you’re bored.
Some people like to read, take naps or watch TV when they’re bored. Not me. I like to shop. Why not entertain yourself by buying a new outfit? It won’t hurt. Clothes don’t bite.
3. You’re a pro at justifying your purchases.
“If I buy these shorts now, I can wear them all summer. They go with everything so it’s worth the buy!!!”
4. It pains you when you’re broke.
Nothing worse than being at the mall, finding something nice and not being able to afford it. You torture yourself by trying it on and loving it. The worst part is walking away from it. You hope to come back after payday with it still there. If it’s still there, it was meant to be.
5. Black Friday.
Enough said.
6. Your email is filled with newsletters and coupons.
“Would you like to give us your e-mail for coupons?” DAMN RIGHT I DO…...300 e-mails later.
7. You are genuinely upset when you walk out of the mall empty-handed.
Nobody likes a failed shopping trip. It’s such a bummer. Nothing worse than walking around the mall for hours and finding nothing!
8. You HAVE to buy a new outfit for every occasion.
Birthday party this weekend? Need a new outfit. Summer BBQ? New outfit, please. No plans at all? Oh well, still need a new outfit.
9. You have things in your closet with tags on them still.
“Shoot, I forgot I had this. When did I buy this? Oh yeah, three months ago.” Ooops.