Have a Clicking Christmas
Yep, frighteningly enough it’s that time of year again. The Oxford/Regent Street lights have been switched on, Take That are in M&S ads, and everyone’s gearing up for a month of solid alcohol and food consumption. Christmas is a-coming! [hohoho!]
This year I’m determined to try and get a bit more organised with my present buying. However, the thought of braving the busy high streets is making me shudder. So, I was intrigued when our one and only Emily Rich told me she has already completed her entire Christmas shopping in one fell swoop… entirely on the internet! Good work - an inspiration!
Right, so let’s get started! DVDs and CDs are always nice and easy. I’ve also done some ebaying… although I have to admit, despite feeling self-satisfied by my thriftiness, I do wonder if it takes away a bit of the sparkle. (Don’t worry, it’s not second hand - I’m not THAT stingy!)
Anyway, it just got me thinking…. in this day and age, how many of us are comfortable with buying the majority of our presents online? (Oh… and what are your favourite online shops - I need some ideas!)
December 1st, 2008 at 11:49 am
Play.com is still the bastion of all electronic entertainment (however, they are more expensive than GAME or HMV for Xbox bundles).
Iwantoneofthose.com is a new site being banded around as the saviour of Christmas. Having browsed for a short time I can safely say it has little to offer other than the usual tat which can be found in small shops that change their appearance to reflect the holiday of the moment - ie. those that hang banners out front proclaiming “Cheap Fireworks!!”
December 3rd, 2008 at 10:10 am
Have also done half of my shopping already & online
You need to get a headstart on it though or you still end up with tat … if you want to buy unusual gifts / event based gifts it’s the way forwards (otherwise take a day off work mid week and brave the shops. Late night shopping with the crowds? No thanks)