So, I was poking around the internet, you know, like you do, window shopping for shoes I *might* be able to afford someday (a girl can dream!), and I kept seeing these snippets about Givenchy and “secure payments.” Like, NET-A-PORTER’s got ’em, YOOX has ’em… and even Givenchy’s own site brags about it.
Apparently, they’re using this thing called SSL encryption. Now, I’m no tech whiz, but basically it’s supposed to be like, a super-strong lock on your data when you’re typing in your credit card info. It’s supposed to keep the hackers away, and honestly, that’s all I need to know. Makes me feel a little better anyway.
But here’s the thing, I ALWAYS get a little twitchy when I’m entering my card details online, no matter HOW secure they say it is. I mean, data breaches happen, ya know? Remember that time *everything* got hacked? Scary stuff. So, even with this SSL thingy, I still double-check the website address to make sure it’s legit and look for that little padlock icon in the browser. You gotta be paranoid these days!
And then there’s Affirm… Okay, so some sites are offering payment plans through Affirm. Like, that $800 pair of Monumental Mallows (oh, those things are *ugly* but kinda cool in a weird way, right?) could be, like, $72 a month or something. Sounds tempting, right? But then you gotta think about the APR – that’s the interest they charge. 15% APR? Ouch. Could end up costing you way more in the long run. So, while Affirm *might* be a good way to spread out the cost if you’re really strapped for cash, you gotta do the math and make sure you’re not getting totally ripped off.
Plus, honestly, buying expensive shoes on credit… is that *really* the best idea? I mean, I’m all for treating yourself, but maybe save up a bit first? Just a thought.
And speaking of expensive shoes… Givenchy! They’re classy and sophisticated, but like, some of their stuff is just plain weird. I saw some shoes that looked like they were made outta marshmallows! But hey, to each their own, right? The important thing is, if you *do* decide to splurge on some fancy Givenchy footwear, make sure that “secure payment” thing is actually legit. Do your research, look for the padlock, and don’t just blindly trust that every website is telling the truth.
