Thrifting Online

I never knew the route that poly took me - the route to being a shopaholic. This change was not an overnight issue, it was a gradual transition. However, I do really hope to stop this cycle as much as possible, else it would be only me who suffers. The only positive side to this is that - at least I don't for branded stuff as much as some girls would. The only branded stuff I own are probably sports brands and Charles & Keith (it's not even considered branded please, I know, but these costs the most) and nothing else.

My confessions:

01. Obsession over Bags

02. Obsession over Shoes

03. Obsession over Clothes

But this year ever since I got my Charles & Keith bag in March/April, I promised my mum not to get any more bags for 2014 (but I still gave in to a cheap one which cost like $11). But I'm really not going to get any more except for a new backpack and luggages for University life next year in February. So, as I tried not to focus on bags, this focus eventually shifted to shoes and clothes. I have to donate some clothes away soon, and maybe give some to my friends/cousins if they want it, because I can't wear them or don't wish to own them any more. So, if there are any takers, it's a good thing.

~ Look out for Sales ~

I have a habit of shopping online, and especially so after i-banking worked so well for me (it's heaven for shopaholics). But, I have my inner-auntie side as well. I go for things that are worth the money. Eg. Things on SALE or from a wholesale site. Usually my clothes cost less than 15-20 dollars, sometimes less than 10. I spend more than 20 dollars only if I really like the design. I follow quite a number of blogshops on Facebook and Instagram so I can be prepared if there's a sale ahead.

~ The other way to thrift online is to Google for discount codes ~

THIS WORKS! For example, you want to get something from XYZ Blogshop. Just head to google and try your luck and type 'XYZ discount code 2014' in the search bar. You can also include the month as well, or just look in the list of results and click on the current month. Usually, you will see various bloggers' posts for these blogshops and sometimes they have discount codes that entitles you to like 5%/10%/Free Postage/DollarOff, which can be useful. Save whatever you can save. I try to keep to a limit per month, because I am only human. I feel the pinch too when I overspend sometimes.

I have practise stricter self-discipline on myself when it comes to spending materialistically (at least not branded-ly). Turning 20 this year, so I think I ought to start managing my own finances and budgets well now. & also because I'm heading to Brisbane next yr and I will receive my allowance in lump sum (which isn't very good for me), so I guess I will require some help from my friends as well to stop me if the things are what I 'want' and not 'need'. It's important to be able to distinguish your Desires and your Necessities. 

I try to ask myself before purchasing: Do I really need it? Or is it just an impulse passion to want to own it?

But, no one can deny that Retail Therapy works. It takes thing off your mind just for a moment. & if you get to purchase what you like at a good price, it's like double win. And, that's why we all feel good for a while thereafter. It's not a healthy habit, especially if you're from below average, average or even above average family backgrounds. Unless you are freaking loaded, maybe you can afford to do this (pay for your own expenses, and not your parents paying it for you).

That's all. Any other fantastic tips? I know going to thrift stores are good, but there aren't a lot of thrift stores in Singapore.