Well whether we are willing to admit it or not the recession has brought some wisdom to us. We are now buying used items instead of the most expense new ones we can find. The transition from over indulging to frugality is here, and looks like much to the benefit of our selves, and the world as a whole.
Two areas that seem to be the most cut and dry examples are home goods and the children’s market. People who are buying new homes are not racing out to acquire the most extravagant tables and chairs to keep up with their neighbours, or even try and outshine them. Nor, are new parents shelling out thousands on strollers, cribs or clothes for their babies.
In fact, it has become less revered to purchase over the top products, and more looked down upon. Now, people are seeking out bargains, and finding bragging rights in finding the best of them whether they be on home entertainment items, or changing tables. Whereas everyone used to stick to certain brand names known for being lavish, now they are only buying from them if they have launched an eco-line and deeply dropped their prices on those.
If you have not joined in this revolution as of yet, read this article to find moral support to do so. Trust me it’s cool, “everybody is doing it.”
