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Impulse Shop No More - Try Wishpot
By MP Dunleavey Friday April 16, 2010
When wishes come true... It's 11:29 PM and you're still clicking around the web, in a fit of late-night (only vaguely satisfying) retail therapy. Look—click—add to cart—repeat.
If only there was some way to corral the gems you find so that a) you could mull over which would make sense to buy; and b) you'd never again have to mourn the lost link to the perfect pair of espadrilles.
Solution: Wishpot. This free service allows you to create multiple wish, gift and shopping lists—including bridal and baby registries—from products all over creation.
Add the Wishpot widget to your browser, and you can toss items onto your wish lists whenever you stumble across 'em.
Wish for the best
In case you're thinking, "Love ya, but this doesn't sound fiscally prudent," hang on.
How many impulse buys have you made, thinking, "Well, what the heck, I can always return it." Instead, it becomes your sister's birthday gift or fodder for a yard sale.
Wishpot allows you to build a wide range of choices without any pressure to spend. Meanwhile, read reviews, ask advice from other Wishpot members, or share (FB, tweet, etc.) your lists with friends—or not.
Bottom line
Think globally, act locally, shop responsibly. Try wishpot.
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Written by Amanda, April 16, 2010
I really love wishpot. Just started using it. It's part of my 10-step plan to cut my spending and shop responsibly.
Written by Boukje, April 16, 2010
While I like to click around in webshops, usually I don't buy anything, it's just a modern version of window shopping. Wishpot would cause me to spend more, because it would remind me to buy stuff I would have forgotten about otherwise.
Written by Anna, April 16, 2010
this looks really cool. Thanks for the hook up, and I can't wait to have a couple hours to learn all about it, and set it up. I'm going to create other lists for projects I have in mind. I've sent invitations to a few family members to try out as well.
Written by Terry Brown, April 17, 2010
For those who do the "click and buy" shopping, I think this is a great idea. When I work with clients (I am a Financial Wellness Counselor), I have them create a "Wish List" which acts in much the same way. Often, if you do not buy on the spot, after 24-48 hours you realize you don't really need it and it can be taken off the list.
Written by Amanda, April 17, 2010
Amazon.com has always allowed you to create a wish list. They now have a Universal Wish List where you can add items from any website. This is also a great way, like Wishpot, to keep track of all those items you would like to purchase. Even better, sometimes the items are available for a lower price through Amazon and often with free shipping. They allow you to submit reviews as well. Family and friends can find your list online easily if you allow it which is beneficial during holidays and birthdays.
Written by Jenny, April 20, 2010
I've been using Stylefeeder (http://www.stylefeeder.com) this way for years - it's an easy add-on to your bookmarks, shows you similar items that other users like, and gives you a one-stop -window-shopping spot if you want to re-visit your items or purchase them.
Written by Liz, April 21, 2010
I use www.wists.com in the same way.
1. simple bookmark link that you click when on the page of the item.
2. A new page pops up grabbing all pictures from the page. you pick one.
3. add tage to organize the items
4. add a description for sizes, colors, is it a gift for your sister, something for you, etc.
I've been using it for years.
This wishpot has a more appealing look to it.
I wonder if it has a way to add a description/note.
Will look into it.
Thanks
1. simple bookmark link that you click when on the page of the item.
2. A new page pops up grabbing all pictures from the page. you pick one.
3. add tage to organize the items
4. add a description for sizes, colors, is it a gift for your sister, something for you, etc.
I've been using it for years.
This wishpot has a more appealing look to it.
I wonder if it has a way to add a description/note.
Will look into it.
Thanks
