RETAIL THERAPY

How one reader with no spouse & no budget spends their money

by Brianna Crane | July 31, 2026

Retail Therapy is a new series where we explore the shopping habits of Scoop readers—from budgeting strategies to the stores we can’t quit. Participate anonymously

  • How we spend our time & money matters, so let’s dive in. 

Tell us about your latest shopping haul. 

I shop pretty exclusively online. I like brands from the UK and EU —ME&EM, COS, Bobbies. I buy generally when items go on sale. I tend to buy more in the Spring and Fall. No budget!

What’s the most you’ve ever spent on a single piece of clothing/accessories?

$600 for a dress from Le DoubleJ.

Do you have a budget for shopping? If so, what’s your limit & how do you manage it?

I should but I don’t.

Do you have credit card debt, or have you ever been in credit card debt?

I do not have credit card debt.  I do use my credit card for all purchases so I can accumulate miles and use those miles for international travel.

If you’re married or in a relationship, what’s the most you’ve spent without telling your partner? What did you spend it on?

Not married.

What’s your favorite thing to shop for? Where do you like to shop?

I love all clothes and shoes.  I like to find pieces that no one else will have.

Are you happy with your shopping habits? Anything you would change?

Yes.  I wish I could buy more!! LOL.

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