Guide to online shopping
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The chances are, as you're reading this, you have a computer in front of you and probably don't fancy bracing the cold weather and horrendous queues outside. But despite that, your wardrobe needs supplementing. What to do? Don't call Gok or T&S, that'll be upsetting. Have a look at online shopping.
www.asos.com is probably one of the most well known online shops out there, and with good reason. The mix of designer brands with friendly prices means this is a favourite of most online shopping veterans. Itchy particularly likes the filtering options: you want an orange hoodie for under £30, you can say so with a few clicks of your mouse. The words 'easy' and 'peasy' come to mind.
www.yoox.com will suit those with a wallet bursting at the seams. Only the top designers are available on here, and while lots of savings can be made, the prices might scare some away. We do love the style though, and are just a tad tempted to spend our life savings in a crazy afternoon.
The potentially life changing website we shall now reveal is www.zipia.net. This Korean website has all the latest trends from Asia. Fashion doesn't tend to originate in Asia, but the clothes available from Zipia show that they are developing a lot of original style.
The best things about this site are the prices, and the endless pictures of the item you're interested in. There are also thousands of items, and the site regularly updates its stock. The negatives are that you have to register to see anything, and that you have to order $500 worth of clothes to get it shipped over. It's not uncommon for groups to get together to reach that figure. The other problem you may have is that certain items are only available in small sizes, so this site will never become a favourite among rugby players.
Thrill seekers, you might want to take a look at www.ebay.co.uk, it's selection is unmatched, but you do run the risk of purchasing something that is not the genuine article. Use your intuition, check the feedback of the seller, and be realistic. Brand new authentic Gucci handbags won't cost £20 anywhere. Despite the bad press, eBay is still one of the best places on the net to pick up a bargain.
