The world of fashion is exactly that: a world in its own right. It has a history, it has movers and shakers, and it has milestones that are worth noting. And yes, there is also the occasional tragedy. From the consumer’s end, the tragedy often comes as maxed credit cards, empty savings accounts, and a closet full of clothes which one might never even wear. After all, shopping can become addicting – and being a shopaholic is just as expensive as any other addiction.
Have you ever had shopper’s remorse? It’s the one thing every fashion-minded girl wants to avoid. And if you love fashion, you have probably come up with several ways to make sure you never buy something which just might bring you regret the moment you get home. Rules like “never buy on impulse” or “come back for it the next day, just to be sure” probably replay over and over in your mind as you try on a gorgeous jacket that makes your look but breaks the bank. But for shopaholics, this impulse to buy is uncontrollable.
How serious is this addiction? Many people scoff at shopaholics, unaware that even this seemingly harmless addiction causes a lot of misery for families all around the world. A shopaholic may dip into the entire family’s savings just to get her shopping fix. Many husbands have left their wives simply because their addiction has gotten out of hand.
a scene from the movie "Confessions of a Shopaholic"
An addiction to shopping, destroying families? Yes, it happens. After all, being a shopaholic puts quite a strain on the wallet. Many fashion-minded women assume that they are shopaholics simply because they love shopping, but this is not an accurate assumption. Any addiction is defined as a compulsion to do something, resulting in an impairment in functioning. You may love shopping and seem to spend all your money on clothes, but as long as you manage to pay the bills and never get in trouble, then you don’t qualify as a shopaholic.
However, if you find yourself stealing your dad’s credit card just so you can purchase that fur coat you saw at Lanvin, consider yourself in trouble. Never assume that it is a problem you have to handle on your own. Fashion has its tragedies, but it is also full of success stories. Besides, there are other ways to revamp your wardrobe without breaking the bank. You can start by looking for discounted items and crazy-cheap finds here at Smashion, yes?
