Business & Politics · 4 Beginner · October 18, 2026
Why More People Shop for Clothes Online
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Vocabulary
instead ofɪnˈstɛd əvpreposition phrase
as an alternative to; in place of something else
Many people now shop for clothes online instead of in stores.
fitfɪtverb
to be the right size or shape for someone's body
If clothes do not fit, they can send them back by post.
cannot walk aroundˈkænɑt wɔk əˈraʊndverb phrase
to be unable to move about or move from place to place
Some people cannot walk around stores easily.
findfaɪndverb
to discover or locate something you are looking for
Other people find stores too loud or too busy.
choicetʃɔɪsnoun
the number of different things or options available to pick from
People like the choice and price they find online.
preferprɪˈfɜrverb
to like one thing more than another thing
Many prefer to stay home rather than go to stores.
Article
Many people now shop for clothes online instead of in stores. Some people like shopping online because it is fast and easy. They do not have to drive to a store or pay for parking. They can shop at home and try clothes on there. If clothes do not fit, they can send them back by post.
Why People Choose Online Shopping
Different people have different reasons for shopping online. Some people cannot walk around stores easily. Some people think stores do not have their size. Other people find stores too loud or too busy. Online shopping lets them find what they want without these problems. Primark is a clothing store that now plans to send clothes to homes.
Online Shopping is Growing
More people shop online every year. In 2019, online shopping was 18% of all shopping. In 2023, online shopping was 27% of all shopping. Many town centers have fewer stores now. People like the choice and price they find online. Some people still like going to stores, but many prefer to stay home.
Discussion Questions
Do you like shopping in stores or shopping online? Why?
What is one good thing about shopping online?
What is one good thing about shopping in stores?
Why do you think online shopping is growing?
Would you use home delivery for clothes? Why or why not?