Online shopping

I've never truly shopped online. Some good stuff over in U.S. but I've balked at the probability of customs brokerage fees...for buying across the international border.

With clothing (except maybe clothing), I prefer to be in person to try it and then buy.

So the info gets sent to a server thanks cathy i wondered how it was dun and how they keept it safe....

i bought and sold online (via paypal) and havent had bother came close ot it once, christmass i got a chqueek and bank it but posted before the monnie cleared....it got returned to me. I know i shouldn't off but the stuff wouldnt have been their for christmass. Contacted the women kicking myself lol but she re-issued the bonced monnie so all was good in the end....Nice to meet an honest person too

That last minet .com grrrr lol that we had the flights with cant find phone number or anything for them so cant complain about the mixed up flights.....but this my first truly "bad" experience with on-line shoping....As cathie was saying good idea to cheek if they have a custemerservice number or address i will in future, think i learned my lesson lol

celtic

Orchid, I don't buy clothes online either. I pretty much stick to books and stuff for the kids. They order clothes, shoes, cameras, Ipods, sporting equipment, just about anything online. I buy a few hings but don't want to get hooked because it's so easy to spend money sitting behind a computer.

I have no problem putting my credit card number out there. I always check my bills to make certain that everything on there was charged by us and is the exact amount. I'm anal about that.

My son had two charges on his credit card that were not his. Beleive it or not, the bank called him about them before he even got the bill. They thought they were out of the ordinary purchases for him. Isn't that wild? They closed his account and gave him a new number. I thought it was pretty neat that people are watching in some way or another.

Kathy, I know about the affiliate programs. I once had a boomer shopping mall on this site but it really didn't do much of anything so I removed it.

I couldn't bring myself to do it, ladies. I just don't feel comfortable typing out my own credit card number and then clicking on the "buy."

I enjoyed shopping around, though!

Dotsie and orchid, I buy most of my clothes from QVC. I've learned what labels fit me best and like the fact that no one else has tried the items on before me. I love the Denium and Co. clothes, in particular, because of the fit and wear of material. I buy my Philosophy scents from them, too.

Actually, it's probably a good thing that I can't just click on the "buy" button. At least if I see something, I have to actually walk to the phone and dial before the deal is done.

Emily in Maryland, who needs to work on "restraint" this year

Oh, yeah! The techno geek is an online shopper all the way! I am apparently missing a female gene, as I HATE going into stores to shop. It could have something to do with all the time I spend on the road during the week driving to and from work. One of my favorites is Victorias Secret online. I shop the clearance section only there! There are really too many for me to list here, but a look at my favorites list should give you bunches to work with, Dotsie!

One warning to online shoppers -- it is not recommended that you use your debit cards -- only your credit cards.

Another Ad Alert!
I love to shop at www.myboomermall.com and www.babyboomerexpress.com

I have actually been shopping online myself for over 6 yrs, and have never had a problem with credit card purchases. I've ordered bits and pieces from several different countries over the years and all have come through without a worry.

When you think about it, if anything went wrong, the companys reputation would suffer dramatically, so they do their utmost to keep it 100% safe for customers.
Take care,

Hi Queen JJ,
I know this is an old post but back on page 1, (on 10/21/06) you mentioned Photo Stamps.
I thought they were a great idea too and I have had photo stamps in the back of my mind since then... so imagine my delight when I found what I needed to add them to my website. Specially for DaQueen.

They are great for:
Wedding invitations
Baby announcements
Thank you notes
Birthday and anniversary parties
Scrap-booking
Pets and vacation photos
Gifts for any occasion

And very convenient for business too... Here's the link:
http://www.babyboomerexpress.com/rts/index.asp?action=page&name=16488&siteid=1255

I shop online a lot and have for years. With rising gas prices it's much cheaper.

I stick with brands that I know fit me well.

Often times you can get what you're looking for online for much cheaper even with shipping costs. They don't have the overhead cost of a brick and mortar store and they don't have as many employees.

I love Zappos.com, Amazon, Ebay, and most stores have an online shopping link.

I was in Kohl's the other day and found a pair of shoes I loved but they didn't have my size. I could either call and drive all over town to their other stores or go online. I went online. Sure enough they had it in my size for $2 cheaper and with only 99 cents shipping (because of Mother's day coming up). Oh and the tax was cheaper too.

Laurel

Laurel, thanks for the Zappos reminder. I keep hearing about that site, browsed it when it was mentioned before, but need to get back there.

We have kohl's too. They are pretty new to the area. Boy do they have great sales.

I mainly get books online. Especially second hand ones from Amazon. I also have a discount shopping site I use for restaurant coupons, movie tickets etc. If it isn't discounted I rarely shop online although I hear you can get great deals on things like printer ink ....!