You can't beat real shops at Christmas
CHRISTMAS is looming, everyone is feeling that frosty chill and the dark nights are illuminated with festive lights. The question arises – have you sorted your presents yet?
Record numbers of Britons this year are expected to log on and do their shopping from the comfort of their own homes.
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Festive spirit: Christmas shopping in Bridlesmith Gate, Nottingham.
However, I believe we should keep with tradition and join the hustle and bustle of town centres for Christmas gifts.
According to research, British shoppers spent £7.9 billion online last year during December. This 16.5 per cent rise from 2010 clearly shows the nation's increasing love for online shopping.
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This week saw "Mega Monday", also known as "Cyber Monday", the name given to the day with the highest levels of e-commerce all year.
Despite this, some of us still love the social aspect of Christmas shopping outside and the variety of gifts to choose from. I personally look forward to shopping with friends and admiring Nottingham's spectacular lights and decorations, running right through to January 6.
It'd be a shame to miss the twinkling lights and glowing baubles on the huge 60ft Christmas tree.
Presents don't always have to be from large, commercial stores – unique gifts can be found from smaller festive craft fairs such as handmade jewellery to cosy winter woollies. These Christmas fairs won't be available online, so wrap up warm and head out to a local event near you.
Finally, and most importantly, why waste money on postage costs online? There are a range of discounts available on public transport in Nottingham – socialising doesn't have to come at a cost.
Whoever said getting into Nottingham was hassle? It's never been so efficient.
Instead of leaving your gifts until the last minute, organise with friends sooner and free yourself from the Christmas present stress. Make it enjoyable and go out into town to experience the real festive thrill of Christmas.
Comments
by SlickSpoons
Monday, December 10 2012, 11:27PM
“"You can't beat real shops at Christmas"
You can, use the internet instead, it's much better.
If you like a cigarette like me, you can smoke away to your heart's content, whilst at the same time, purchasing all your xmas gifts without being forced into the freezing cold by the vile anti smoking Nazis. My house my rules get it?!
Last time I tried to combine my two great loves - smoking and shopping - I spent most of the money I'd designated for the shopping, on a £50 fine I received for lighting up in an "enclosed" public space! AND THEY WANT PEOPLE TO SHOP IN TOWN HAHA THEY'RE HAVING A LAUGH!!!”
by billymartin
Monday, December 10 2012, 9:54PM
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by Clara01
Monday, December 10 2012, 6:56PM
“It's sad that you've taken that idea from reading my article! I never wrote it "revolved" around consmerism, simply that it would be a "shame to miss" it :)”
by billymartin
Saturday, December 08 2012, 12:28PM
“Love this article. It's so true that shopping outdoors with friends gets you into the Christmas spirit! Online shopping just isn't the same! Also, by shopping outdoors, you can touch and see the products that you are buying instead of simply seeing a 2D image on screen. What's more, online stores invariably have run out of the size of clothing that you require whereas in store the selection seems to be larger and more varied. I am, for one, definitely doing my Christmas shopping in town! :)”
by lizzie
Friday, December 07 2012, 8:59PM
“I bought a brand new hardback book on Amazon for £5 whereas I could have gone out to Waterstones and also bought the same book for £12.99!!!!!! Free delivery etc so wasn't a difficult decision to make!”
by smshogun
Friday, December 07 2012, 5:37PM
“Who wants the hassle, the elderly, disabled, infirm, or very busy people working all hours to stay afloat; online shopping for these with its savings is very appealing.”
by BLawrenson
Friday, December 07 2012, 5:09PM
“Having walked through Nottingham yesterday I fear that it celebrates Christmas like it does Robin Hood - poorly.”
by smirc
Friday, December 07 2012, 5:02PM
“Though why 'real shops' all have the heating cranked up to 30 degrees when people are shopping in their winter coats is beyond me. I can only stand most shops for a short period before I start to cook. All this while the staff wander around in t-shirts...”
by Tessy
Friday, December 07 2012, 1:22PM
“If i don't want to get trodden underfoot by rude and impatient people, then i'll damn well stay at home and do my shopping!!”
by GaryBaldi
Friday, December 07 2012, 1:12PM
“Get out and support the local independent stores! Dont give more money to Amazon and the rest of the companies who pay little or no tax in this country”