Why do I love eBay? I hate trekking round the shops, and just going online is far less hassle. And you are able to snap up something not only inexpensive but often unique - perhaps some vintage Pucci or Louis Vuitton - so you can stand out from the crowd a bit. I find the whole ritual of bidding great fun - you can really get caught up in the excitement of the auction, as long as you set yourself a strict upper limit. The most expensive item I have ever bought was the Balenciaga bag at £500, but it was still a fraction of the shop price. Now I'm saving up for a Chanel jacket - they go for about £900, which is a lot, but that's still a fantastic bargain.