Words About Things » shopping

The Art of Thrifting

admin — Thu, 27 Oct 2011 10:20:14 +0000

The Art of Thrifting is a post from: Words About Things

The Art of Thrifting is a post from: Words About Things The increasingly popular practice of thrifting is defined as shopping for second-hand goods at thrift stores or flea markets. Thrifting is a great way to get deals on gently used clothing, furniture, decorations and other items. Shopping at thrift stores, flea markets or other [...]

Scratch And Sniff Flowers: Try Before You Buy

Thomas — Fri, 21 May 2010 10:57:19 +0000

Scratch And Sniff Flowers: Try Before You Buy is a post from: Words About Things

Scratch And Sniff Flowers: Try Before You Buy is a post from: Words About Things One of the most important things we look for when buying flowers is how they smell. While some flowers are scentless those which we cultivate and give as gifts tend to have pleasant odors and this is part of their [...]

How Restaurants Trick You in to Spending More

Thomas — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 15:54:04 +0000

How Restaurants Trick You in to Spending More is a post from: Words About Things

How Restaurants Trick You in to Spending More is a post from: Words About Things A lot of time and effort is spent trying to work out how and why we buy in order to get us to part with as much money as possible. They layout in your local supermarket is clearly not haphazard [...]

Retailers Concerned About Christmas Spending

Thomas — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:36:02 +0000

Retailers Concerned About Christmas Spending is a post from: Words About Things

Retailers Concerned About Christmas Spending is a post from: Words About Things Retailers are concerned about the possibility of a frugal Christmas despite signs of stabalisation on the high street. Some companies reported rises in sales in September after four months of reduced spending. There is still concern however that some stores will be forced [...]

Who wins when the economy fails?

Thomas — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 11:48:20 +0000

Who wins when the economy fails? is a post from: Words About Things

Who wins when the economy fails? is a post from: Words About Things There are always winners and losers when economic times get tough. Whilst some companies struggle others benefit particularly if they offer a cheaper service. So while it is a bad time to be selling pick and mix those who cater for people [...]

Is Fashion Recession Proof?

Thomas — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 15:47:26 +0000

Is Fashion Recession Proof? is a post from: Words About Things

Is Fashion Recession Proof? is a post from: Words About Things The stalling economy has had a significant effect on the high street with high profile stores closing as consumer spending being reduced. At times like this you would expect those selling non essential goods to be restrained but the major fashion houses aren’t known [...]