Go on a Shopping Spree and We'll Guess How Old You Are

By: Raj Chander
Estimated Completion Time
5 min
Go on a Shopping Spree and We'll Guess How Old You Are
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About This Quiz

Tons of famous characters throughout history have been identified primarily by their outfits and accessories. 

Take Sherlock Holmes, for example. While the famous English mystery solver certainly became a legend because of his impressive logic and power of deduction, he is also well known for his traditional brown overcoat, hat and curved pipe.

Progressing further into the timeline of well-known characters, we can consider Cruella de Vil. Sure, her hatred for canines and plot to turn them all into fashionable accessories makes her quite evil, but so do her long cigarette holder, plush fur coat and black-colored clothing that screams "villain" at anyone in the vicinity.

The broader point is that our personalities are often defined by the clothes we wear. And one big part of that personality is our age. You already know that people from different age groups dress differently, but we'll bet you didn't know that you can actually guess how old a person is from those fashion choices.

Don't believe us? That's OK; we'll prove it to you. Just pretend you've won an all-expenses-paid shopping trip to your favorite mall or outlet, and we'll guess which generation you belong to. Get ready to quiz until you drop!

Man Choosing Dress Shirt
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You've got a major party coming up and need some new gear! What kind of top would be the first one you go shopping for?
A nice polo
A short-sleeve dress shirt
A long-sleeve dress shirt
A comfortable sweater
Men's Khaki Pant Ensemble
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Which pair of pants is going in your bag?
Black jeans
Upscale jeans
Khakis
Dress pants
Woman Trying on Bracelet
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The details make the outfit! What kind of accessory are you most likely to get on your shopping spree?
Bracelet
Chain
Ring
Watch

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Woman Shopping
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Ugh, something unexpected came up and you now have a limited amount of time to shop. How long will a good spree take you?
About an hour and a half
I've got the energy to shop as long as I want.
I usually plan to shop for a few hours.
No more than an hour or I get tired.
Friends Trying on Sunglasses
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Sometimes it's better to get a second opinion before you buy. Who are you bringing on your shopping spree?
My kids
My significant other
I'd probably just go by myself — it's faster that way.
My friends
Woman Coat Shopping
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What kind of coat would you be picking up on your shopping spree?
A comfortable hoodie
A sharp peacoat
A trenchcoat
A comfortable fur coat

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Three Female Friends
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You've been invited to a party that requires something on your head! What kind of hat would you want to purchase on your shopping spree?
A baseball hat
A driver's hat
A fedora
A trucker's cap
Couple Ring Shopping
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Your SO is going to splurge and let you pick anything you want as a gift! What type of jewelry will you go with?
Platinum
Silver
Black gold
Gold
Woman Reading Newspaper at Coffee Shop
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It's the middle of the day and you need a break! Where are you going to recharge and take a break from shopping?
An upscale bar
A coffee shop
The closest bench I can find
A bookstore

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Shoe Shopping
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Which pair of shoes are you buying on your shopping spree?
Loafers
Comfortable sandals
Dress shoes
Fashionable basketball sneakers
Smartwatch
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A watch is the perfect finisher for a great outfit. What kind of watch is on your wrist?
Just a basic Casio
I use a pocket watch instead.
A smartwatch
A fancy dress watch
Woman Sweater Shopping
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What kind of formal top are you going to shop for on your spree?
Vest
Sweater vest
Dress shirt
Cardigan

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Sunglasses Shopping
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You are gearing up for a summer beach trip, but you gotta protect your eyes! Which type of sunglasses would you wear?
Medium-sized frames
Large aviators
Large, round lenses with white rims
Square-style
Leather Gloves
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If you were going to buy a pair of gloves to keep your hands warm, what kind would you get?
Biker gloves made of wool
Nice leather driving gloves
Thin yet functional gloves
Heavy winter gloves
Oatmeal
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What's your favorite shopping mall snack for a pick-me-up between stores?
Reuben sandwich
Oatmeal
Ice cream
Pretzel

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Two Women Clothes Shopping
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How do you go about finding great deals for your shopping sprees?
I use several shopping apps.
I browse deals on my computer at home.
I quickly read the flyer when I get to the store.
I clip coupons in the weekly print ad that I receive in the mail.
Christmas Shopping
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It's that time of year when people are starting to plan their gift-buying strategy. How early do you do your holiday shopping spree to buy gifts for loved ones?
I try to finish a few weeks before the holidays.
I usually wait til the last minute!
I'm done by Thanksgiving or earlier.
I start shopping right after Halloween.
Online Shopping
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E-commerce is all the rage. How often do your shopping sprees happen online?
Very often, I love buying online!
I'll get certain things online, but some stuff I like to shop for in person.
Rarely, I usually like to go into the store.
I don't trust online shopping.

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Drinking Latte
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You've got a long day of hitting the stores ahead of you. Which drink are you sipping on your shopping spree?
Red Bull
Latte
Water
Juice
Friends Playing Video Games
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You just got home from a long shopping trip and are absolutely beat. How are you practicing self-care to recharge?
Playing videogames with friends
Watching my favorite TV show
Spending time with family
Doing a crossword puzzle
Putting on Lip Balm
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Which kind of cosmetic product are you most likely to get on your shopping spree?
Eye cream
Lip balm
Skin lotion
Sunscreen

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Air Fried Chicken Wings
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Appliances are getting more innovative every day. What kind of kitchen appliance would you get on your shopping spree?
Air fryer
Instant Pot
Slow cooker
Toaster oven
Rinsing at Hair Salon
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You're running late for an appointment and already there; would you consider getting your hair cut in a salon or barbershop in the mall?
Yes, I have before.
No, I go to a more upscale place.
Maybe, if the price was right.
Probably not unless I was really in a rush.
Woman Jogging by Beach
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Fitness is important at all ages. What kind of activewear would you buy on your shopping spree?
Tank tops
Long gym shorts
Sweatpants
Running shorts

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Woman Shopping at Warehouse and/or IKEA
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How often do you go on shopping sprees to large warehouse-type stores like Costco or Sam's Club?
Whenever my family lets me use their membership
When I remember
About once a month
Every weekend
Beautifully Wrapped Present
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You just made it home with a nice haul, congrats! How would you package the gifts you bought for friends and family on your shopping spree?
Elegant gift wrapping
Nicely-arranged baskets
Handsome gift boxes
No packaging necessary
Suitcases on a luggage carousel
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The office has asked you to take a trip next week, but you gotta upgrade your bags. What type of suitcase or luggage would you buy on your shopping spree?
A thick suitcase with a hard plastic shell
A leather suitcase
A trendy messenger bag
An elegant overnight bag

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Shopping - Pay with Credit Card
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What type of checkout process do you enjoy the most while you are shopping?
Paying on my phone through an app
When retail associates come up to me and process payment
Getting in line at the front of the store
Multiple cash registers so I can pick one with the shortest line
Buying Socks
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What's your favorite type of socks to pick up on your shopping spree?
Knee-high dress socks
Calf-high socks
Athletic ankle socks
Graphic socks with a video game character on them
Brown Leather Wallet
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You gotta have an easy system for paying! What type of wallet would you get for your cards and money on your shopping spree?
Something convenient to access like a necklace wallet
A long designer wallet to fit all my cards and bills
A big comfortable bag to fit everything in
A thick, blocky wallet

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