Although retail therapy has always been around in some form, research has found COVID-19 increased online shopping and with it, retail therapy, according to Charlie Athill, a professor at the University of the Arts in London. Retail therapy refers to "the act of buying special things for oneself in order to feel better when unhappy," according to the Cambridge … [Read more...] about Students Use Retail Therapy As Both A Casual and Addictive Practice
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Opinion: Death To Malls Means A Death To Memories
Art by Stella EngelTransparency Item: The Perspectives section of the Graphic is comprised of articles based on opinion. This is the opinion and perspective of the writer.With online shopping becoming more convenient and relevant in recent years, a significant amount of people no longer want to go shopping in a mall. From 2012-21, online sales increased by 11.1%, and offline … [Read more...] about Opinion: Death To Malls Means A Death To Memories
Cosentino’s Flower Shop Closes Doors
It is an end of an era for a local family-owned flower shop in Malibu. Locals will know have to find their floral arrangements elsewhere as Cosentino’s has officially shut its doors. Signs went up in December at the shop indicating the business would be closing. While no specific date had been released for the closing, the store was cleared out this week and is very … [Read more...] about Cosentino’s Flower Shop Closes Doors
Improve How You Thrift With Tips
Photo Courtesy of Creative Commons A common trouble shared by many students is the dilemma of wanting a new wardrobe but not wanting their wallets to come out too damaged in the process. Living in Malibu, where local stores sell items of clothing more expensive than our laptops, shopping on a budget can be a considerable challenge. Thrift shops present opportunities to hang … [Read more...] about Improve How You Thrift With Tips
