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Archive Home > 2009 > August > 12 > Urge to splurge getting harder to resist

Urge to splurge getting harder to resist

As recession drags on, shoppers are struggling to balance frugality with the need to indulge

By Sandra M. Jones / The Bulletin
August 12, 2009

CHICAGO " Jackie Carrillo and her teenage daughter Gabriela are like many shoppers these days. They will spend money, but they also want a bargain.

The suburban Chicago mother and daughter found a nail salon that gives $12 manicures. They manage their fashion budget by shopping at outlet....

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