Shopping blues

Shopping is very difficult here in California. I don't mean the stores, there are MANY. I don't mean the crowds, they are HUGE. And I don't mean the prices, they too, can be SKY HIGH.
Shopping is hard here because there is no one to do it with. I was not used to shopping alone and had quite a shock when we moved. I realize that I have Derek so I wouldn't have to shop alone but due to the crowds, I usually shop when he is at work. Since I don't work everyday, I like to hit up the malls during the week. This can cut down the crowds significately. However, it also means that I have no one to shop with. Today was such a day. I needed a dress for an upcoming wedding so I decided to go look. I found a dress that I loved on the hanger but it's a little different than what I would usually wear. I tried it on and I think I like it on but I'm unsure. Those are the times when you really need an opinion. I was never really one to buy and then return but now, well, I'm that person. I have to bring it home for D's opinion. Oh well, I guess that just another one of those things to get used to. :)