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Whether its sickness or a dislike for long queues in the shopping centre, we all have different reasons as to why we may prefer online shopping rather than shopping at the bricks-and-mortar store. Online shopping has particularly become a lifesaver for those with limited free time, allowing one to buy anything from a large piece of furniture to a new book or item of clothing, with a couple of clicks of the mouse (or taps of the finger!)
If you’re in a similar position, we’ve got you covered. Here are our five favourite on the go shopping sites:
Book Depository: Free Delivery Worldwide
The Book Depository is beloved by students, gift-hunters, and book-lovers worldwide, and with good reason. Founded in 2004, it offers over 9 million books with free shipping worldwide. That’s right, you can order a textbook of 1000 pages or a set of hardback storybooks, and regardless of the weight, it’ll arrive at your door without you needing to pay a cent for shipping or delivery! With their constant low prices and the easy-to-use website, this one’s perfect for those in a hurry.
ASOS: As Seen On Screen
ASOS may as well be the Book Depository of the online fashion and beauty world, offering free shipping worldwide without a minimum spend. Founded in 2000, ASOS is today a global online fashion powerhouse, offering 50 000 product lines from both outside brands and its labels, and shipping purchases to over 237 other countries. Whether you need a dress for your next party or just fancy buying a new pair of jeans or a sweater, ASOS will have what you want. There’s even an ASOS app for iPhone and Android!
Bloomingdale’s: Like No Other Store In The World
While Bloomingdale’s found itself closing a number of stores in 2012-3, on the web it faced a very different story, as it continued to adapt to changing patterns of shopping and found itself growing. With veritable competition in the form of Saks Fifth Avenue, Barneys New York, and Nordstrom, to name a few, Shop Bloomingdale’s has kept its stake in the market with an easy-to-navigate website, special offers, and of course, apps of its own. Who said you can only buy your winter coat in store?
eBay: World’s Online Marketplace
What can’t you buy on eBay? Founded in 1995, eBay was at first merely a side hobby for its Iranian-American founder Pierre Omidyar. Today, it is a multi-million dollar business with online auction and shopping website eBay.com used by millions around the world. Whether you’re looking for collectibles, furniture, clothing, or perhaps intangibles or services, chances are eBay will have it. Who knows what bargain you might find, just before the hammer falls!
Amazon: And You’re Done
While Amazon may not trump eBay when it comes to the breadth of items available, it holds the notable distinction of being the world’s largest online retailer. Originally Amazon was an online bookstore, yet today it sells everything from DVDs to furniture, food, toys, and notably, consumer electronics such as the popular Amazon Kindle. With so much choice and customer support should anything go wrong, it’s hard to go past Amazon if you need to make a quick purchase.
Lucy Holmes is a university student and freelance writer who is interested in technology and how she can use technology more effectively in everyday life. It’s a relief knowing there’s always Flexirent around in case her laptop ever breaks down!
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