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going to the mall

traveler — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 19:49:22 GMT

I hardly ever go anymore. The clothes are mainly for thinner, younger women. I don't need jewelry or knick knacks. Just not much there anymore for me. So I'm going to Starbuck then walking around to see holiday decor. I've seen the indoors malls close in a couple of cities.

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123SuzyQ123 — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:07:14 GMT

I have only been to a mall once in the last 4 or 5 years! And that was just to "people watch" !!

If I need to buy anything other than groceries, I just go online to purchase. I have also seen two rather large malls that closed before their time. One was bustling with activity one year and closed two years later.

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Vickiv — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:11:13 GMT

I went to the mall the other day. Have not been there all year. I was surprised how many stores closed and how many are barely hanging on. This mall is in a great area. I think with all the online shopping that a lot of people don't go to the mall. The stores are really leaning to the young customers. Now what's going on in this world today I would be a little afraid of a crowded mall. Yes you have to live your life not in fear so did the people in Paris. Just a nice Friday night out. I like the shopping channels and other sights. Some free shipping. Beats crowds,looking for a parking place and all the crazy drivers.

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CANDLEQUEEN — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:13:54 GMT

I hardly ever go to our mall, so many of the stores have closed and it seems to cater to a younger age group....The few times I have been, it has really been empty or else filled with a bunch of kids running around...I like 3 stores in our mall, and I usually go into those 3 and leave, but most of my shopping is done online these days!!!!I hate the crowds!!

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brii — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:15:58 GMT

I still like going to the mall. Our outdoor mall is gorgeous all year - flowers, fountains, shops, and restaurants. For Christmas, they have an outdoor Christmas market. Some nights we just walk around and listen to the music. I shop online and in person.

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Karnerblue — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:18:20 GMT

I love the mall and I love shopping. We have a lot of new stores in our mall this past year. We have a couple leave in the past but they've returned.

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momtochloe — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:20:29 GMT

I think it depends on not only the market in your area but also who is managing a given mall.

There was one by me that we were all assuming would close and after tinkering with a few things it is busier than ever.

Economy always is the first consideration but management is also key.

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sgraham30 — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:29:16 GMT

I only go to the mall to Kohl's to return items that didn't work out for me from an online purchase or to get my hair cut or permed. I do 99.9 % of my shopping online. It's much more convenient & online I can usually find what I want (size, color, etc)

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StylishLady — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:43:45 GMT

I still shop at times at the enclosed mall near me. Especially like Macy's to get things for my little granddaughters. I like the enclosed mall better than the larger "town-like" malls that have been built recently.

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Lila Belle — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:53:08 GMT

We don't have a mall but we do have a town center. I guess it's like a small downtown area than has 3 "anchor" stores and covers 3 streets each 3 blocks long.

I was there today new leggings and the new Adele cd. I like to walk the area for a mini work out.

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Peaches McPhee — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 20:57:07 GMT

Sometimes I go to the mall just to stroll around and have a beverage. I might buy something or I might not.

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QVCkitty1 — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 21:01:53 GMT

I live in a very small community, and I wish we had a mall or somethinh besides the two Marts.

It's kind of a long trip to the nearest shopping center, so I really appreciate on line shopping.

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Puzzle Piece — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 21:11:36 GMT

The malls aren't what they used to be. Lots of specialty stores closing. Junky kiosks. Clothes to attract the teens. When the economy fell, the deterioration of the shopping malls began. On-line shopping is now 'the thing'.

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Azcowgirl — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 21:14:26 GMT

I pretty much go to the mall just to get a Cinnabon (:

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LyndaGee — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 21:15:07 GMT

Fun to go to the Malls this time of year, all decorated and pretty. And as it gets closer to Dec. 25, the sales.

Wish we had a downtown area with stores. These days, our downtown consists of offices, a court house, and a big hotel.

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JustJazzmom — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 21:57:36 GMT

@traveler wrote:
I hardly ever go anymore. The clothes are mainly for thinner, younger women. I don't need jewelry or knick knacks. Just not much there anymore for me. So I'm going to Starbuck then walking around to see holiday decor. I've seen the indoors malls close in a couple of cities.

I hope you get a seat!

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PinkyPetunia — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 22:05:54 GMT

My hair salon is in a mall nearby, so I go there every 6 weeks at least, sometimes more often. I don't always have a purpose but I look around and browse. Sometimes I buy something, sometimes I don't. I like seeing what's on display even if it's not something I would wear.

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MarthaStewardess — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 22:42:33 GMT

I still enjoy going to the malls. In fact I prefer it over shopping at QVC or online. The malls are nice where I live and don't appear to be short of business at all. The deals are better than on QVC, plus I can look things over and try clothes on before I buy and the salespeople aren't annoying like many hosts are.

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151949 — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 22:55:07 GMT

I too will go to the mall to see the Christmas decor and probably have a holiday flavored drink, but in general, I rarely go there.And when I do - usually to go to Penneys - it is almost empty.

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tansy — Fri, 20 Nov 2015 23:07:23 GMT

Old habits die hard. Even though I can't wear all of the make-up that I did when I was younger, I'll still cruise the cosmetic counters. There are some decent restaurants in or around the mall, too.

I'm definitely plump (I like that word) and browse Chicos, Soft Surroundings and J Jill. The sizing is fairly generous in those stores.

I like checking out Pottery Barn, too, even though I get the catalogs.

I rarely buy at the stores though because I prefer ordering online and using email offers and a rebate site.