Some purchases are just better IRL — like house paint, wedding dresses or those ridiculously cheap European castles we keep seeing for sale on Instagram.
For most other things, online shopping is an easy way to save you the hassle of leaving your house. Some things are simply better bought in your pyjamas — here’s a few of them.
1. Toilet paper
There’s no graceful way to volume and bulk shopping for toilet paper in store. Whether you’re enduring the silent judgment of fellow shoppers or just trying to keep the eggs uncrushed, it’s always an unnecessary headache.
We think supermarket TP stock-ups should be reserved for emergencies only. Fight the hassle by ordering toilet paper online.
2. Paper towels
Buying paper towels in bulk ensures you’re prepared for life’s inevitable messes — from leaky coffee mugs to a surprise guest’s mishap. Ordering online is the easiest way to guarantee you’ll never get caught wiping up a spill with yesterday’s junk mail.
3. Tissues
Your body aches, your nose is stuffed up, your skin is clammy and you cannot stop sneezing. When illness or allergies pop up, no one wants to pop out to stock up on tissues.
Order online and let the tissues meet you where you are — no need to leave your blanket cocoon.
4. Trash bags
In a store, options are often limited in styles and sizes. Buying trash bags online opens up a whole new world of bin options.
Searching for bin liners that are easy on the environment? Who Gives A Crap makes 100% recycled bags that can help reduce your impact on the environment.
5. Hygiene products
When toilet paper and tissues are already being ordered online, it just makes sense to consider adding other bathroom essentials to your online shopping cart — things like soap, deodorant, razors and lotions.
6. Office supplies
Ordering office supplies online isn’t just a smart way to save money — it’s a huge timesaver, too. Whether it’s bulk staples or those fancy rainbow of sticky notes you like, you’ll find better discounts and less hassle. Click. Ship. Repeat.
7. Vitamins and supplements
If you’re putting something in your body, it’s worth doing your homework before purchasing.
Online shopping for vitamins and supplements lets you compare prices, explore less expensive generic options and read trusted reviews with a mouse click. Skip the in-store sales pitch and make informed decisions from home.
8. Pet food
Online shopping for pet food means spending more quality time with your furry friend. Instead of scouring stores for their preferred bag of kibble, you’ll have it delivered right to your door, leaving you free for extra playtime or snuggles.
9. Home goods and decor
Shopping for home goods shouldn’t have to mean settling for bog standard styles or awkwardly Googling product reviews in IKEA.
With online shopping, the details are built into the experience, so you can skip the frustration and find something that really suits your space.
Conclusion: Order your household supplies online
When it comes to shopping online versus in-store, the benefits stack up quickly.
Not only do you get access to a wider range of products, but it’s also a more private way to buy hygiene products, vitamins and supplements. Plus, it spares you the hassle of playing shopping cart Jenga when you’re purchasing toilet paper and paper towels.
And if you’re looking to save time and hassle, subscriptions are the best favour you can do for yourself, especially in the toilet paper, paper towel, and tissue category. A Who Gives A Crap monthly subscription makes it effortless.