which one would you prefer,shopping alone or with friends?why?

Taiwan
December 14, 2008 12:28am CST
some people like me prefer to shop alone rather than being with friends.because though it was fun enough to deal with other people ideas when choosing but its stressed me a lot because instead of buying just for your own and go home you have to extend more time for your friends to find theirs.. so, how about you?
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@pumpykat (13)
• United States
15 Dec 08
I like to shop by myself,because when I go with someone,I alway have to stop and wait till they look around and waste time,and then stand their and ask my opinion,and I always say,what would you buy if I were not here.When I shop my self I get a lot done,I go from one place to another and most of the time I get done what I went shopping for.Then when I am done,I will go shopping with my friend,because I am under no stress,and help her do what ever and we always have fun,like after she is done we will go to lunch or dinner with no pressure,sometimes I will call her and ask her if she wants to go shopping,and if she says yes,I go two hours before we meet,then that way I have two hours of shopping by myself,and then we met for what ever she wants to do.Hope this helps you not feel guilty about not shopping with your friends.When I shop with my older daughter,she really get's on my nerves,because her taste is different than mine,I am talking about shopping for my grandaughters,and we always have a difference of opinion on the clothes.I go for practial,she goes for fancy,which we all know they grow out of their clothes very fast,so we always end up standing their,and then rather than be mad,I don't buy anything,which really upsets me,because that means I have to go out again.
• Taiwan
16 Dec 08
actually, i really feel guilty when i read that mostly people wanted to go out with their friends..i feel selfish.but then i read your post and i realize this is what i mean..hah!!im not alone..thanxs!
• Philippines
28 Dec 08
I prefer shopping alone because there is a tendency that your friends will borrow money from you if they ran out of money.
@modstar (9605)
• Philippines
28 Dec 08
I want to shop together with my friends because i would love to hear what they can say about the things i'm going to buy. I need their opinions on something so that there will be no regrets in case. Plus it will lessen the chance of buying things that i won't like so bring them along can come in handy. Plus i got people to talk to with while walking around the shopping mall.
@pumpykat (13)
• United States
16 Dec 08
Hi Chariana,I am so glad that you read my post,their is no reason to feel guilty,you can always go shopping with your friends later when you are done,you are still very young,and lots of time to shop alone and shop with friends,oh,how I wish I was 28 again,enjoy yourself,and do what YOU want to do FIRST.Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
@SexyEve (29)
• Philippines
28 Dec 08
I love shopping alone as well as shopping with friends. shopping with friends is fun as long as they also want to go to a place where you want to shop and they are not KJ-killjoy because personally I don't want to shop with someone who's in a hurry or doesn't care what I choose or simple doesn't love shopping. On the other hand, shopping alone is also cool because you can waste all the time you want and you don't have to think of the others who are with you and you can go to the places where you want to shop. Goodluck on your shopping!!!
@JenInTN (27514)
• United States
28 Dec 08
I see where your coming from. I like shopping with my friends but I do wind up helping them more than shopping for myself. I've also been talked in to a few purchases I didn't need. I've been talked into buying clothes that are more their style than mine and then there I am going back to the mall after thinking..why the heck did I buy this.lol
@fifileigh (3615)
• United States
15 Dec 08
if i need to buy something, then i prefer to go alone so i can search around at my own pace until i find what i am looking for and buy it. i dont want to wait for someone else. plus, i tend to walk fast and most people cant keep up with me anyway. but if i am going to the mall just to hang out and window shop, i prefer to go with others so we can hang out together and chat, and maybe buy a snack, and turn it into a social event.
@CJay77 (4438)
• Australia
14 Dec 08
I prefer to go shopping with my family or friends, I like to have second opinion when I buy clothes or things. Its also nice to have someone to talk to when your tired and want to sit and have a coffee for a while.
• China
14 Dec 08
i prefer shopping with my friends ,because they can give me some advice. we can chat and increase our friendship.i think shopping with my friends is a happy thing.
• India
16 Dec 08
I never like shopping alone.. I always take my parents or frenz with me..That is may be because most of the time i shop for them..i rarely buy something for myself..So whener I have to buy somethings my family accompany me..orelse they say i will end up buying for them...But apart from that it will be boaring to shop alone.. people with you gives better picture about the things you are buying..for example they can say betterthan you how you are looking in a particular dress.. so it is always good to know the feedback of few people whom you trust before you are exposed to the world..
@pinx21 (20)
• Philippines
15 Dec 08
it really depends on what you're gonna buy. if you're shopping just to buy something you have seen before and you're very decided to buy that thing, then i think there wont be a need to be with someone. but if you're still not sure what to buy, its best to be with buddies. that's what i do Ü
• United States
14 Dec 08
Well my dear, I for one hate shopping alone i get bored and confused. I guess what i'm trying to say is that i value my friends opinion and therefore i enjoy their company, we laugh joke around grab something to eat maybe see a movie after our shopping is done. Moreover it's fun.
• United States
15 Dec 08
I love to shop with friends and family. They provide great conversation while trying to find a parking spot at the crowded mall, or just walking through the stores. I think they can also provide wonderful ideas when searching for gifts.