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10 Reasons Why Being a Shopaholic Isn't That Bad

"Get in loser. We're going shopping."

Johanna Beierle
Apr 11, 2016
Simpson College
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10 Reasons Why Being a Shopaholic Isn't That Bad

I am the first to admit that I have a shopping problem. It is very hard for me to walk into a store and not want to buy something. I find myself justifying why I need to buy yet another pair of black leggings. One for each day of the week, right?

Being a self-proclaimed shopaholic isn't all that bad and here are 10 reasons why:

1. Shopping is a workout

You can lose so many calories shopping. You don't know the true meaning of 'Shop till you drop' until you have walked over three miles and have spent 8 hours at the mall.

2. Shopping makes you happy

Walking into a store and seeing all the clothes is a beautiful sight to see. Who doesn't get excited seeing so many clothing options?

3. You are the best personal shopper

Your friends know you have the best taste in fashion so you are the first they go to when they need help picking out an outfit. Plus, if you like the clothes, you can borrow them!

4. You're helping the economy

The more you buy, the better off the economy is. Duh!

5. You always have a themed outfit ready for any party

Hawaiian? Check. Beauty and the Geek? Double-check. Biker chick? No problem. You are totally set for any themed party that comes your way. And you probably have extra clothes to lend to your friends, too.

6. You have plenty of outfit combinations

Never again will you ever repeat an outfit. When you have 500+ outfit combinations you will never be caught in the same thing twice.

7. You are the "Go-To" when a friend needs clothes

"Check my closet." Your friends are always digging around in your closet for something to wear. Just make sure they give it back!

8. Finding clothes you forgot you owned is like Christmas

Finding something in your closet you forgot you owned is the best surprise. Now you have something exciting to wear.

9. You fall in love every time you step into your closet.

Walking into your closet is like walking into a candy store. So many beautiful things to wear. Who needs a boyfriend when you have so many shoes, right?

10. You know where all the best deals are.

Yes, it is nice to splurge on that expensive purse or shoes but when it comes to most of your purchases you know where to get the best bang for your buck. You can always spot me in Forever 21 trying on 30+ clothing items and getting a pretty great deal in the end.

No matter how many clothes you own, you will always run out of things to wear. Time to go shopping again!

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