Spent: Memoirs of a Shopping Addict

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Timestamp: 2010-04-25 14:16:54 UTC

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I spent last weekend reading an advanced copy of Spent: Memoirs of a Shopping Addict by Avis Cardella and am amazed at the credit card mess Avis Cardella got herself into buying high-end clothes and accessories that most of us wouldn’t dream of charging. I’m equally amazed at the number of people in her life that either facilitated her out of control spending habits or bailed her out so she could continue to dig herself deeper.

Spent reads like fiction, so it’s a quick pool-side read. For as ridiculous as I think Avis’ spending habits were, it’s interesting to read how someone convinced themselves that shopping in excess was acceptable. “Splurging” on a designer coat is completely different than “splurging” on pair of shoes from a discount store. While neither are good decisions when money is tight, one is obviously wreckless behavior, and it’s a hard to understand how anyone could think differently.

Here’s a summary from Hachette Book Group:

As a child, Avis Cardella devoured the glamorous images in her mother’s fashion magazines. She grew up to be one of the people in them, living a life that seemed to be filled with labels and luxury. But shopping had become a dangerous addiction. She forwent food for Prada. Credit card debt blossomed like the ever-increasing pile of unworn shoes and clothing in the back of her closet. She defined herself by the things she owned and also lost herself in the mad hunt for the perfect pair of pants or purse that might make her feel whole.

If you’re interested to read what else Avis splurged on and how she bailed herself out (hint: it wasn’t all hard work and dedication), I have a copy of Spent to give away to one read! All you have to do is tell me…

What’s the dumbest thing you’ve ever charged?

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