Frugal Valentines Day
Shoppers to be More Practical and Frugal this Valentine's Day
Filed in: Valentine's Day
With Valentine's Day approaching, this is the moment to prove both your love and your frugal ways. And indeed, writes idexonline.com, consumers are opting for more shared experiences (like dining out) and practical items this year and shunning the shiny baubles that have long been perceived as the heart of romance.
"More people indicated they will chose sweaters, winter accessories and other clothing options in place of jewelry when shopping for Valentine's Day gifts this year, according to a survey released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) this week. 14.4 percent of consumers said they will choose personal and practical gifts, compared to 10.2 percent in 2009, while 15.5 percent will choose jewelry, compared to 16 percent last year..."
