My parents taught me very sound financial advice. I started working when I was 15 and I did save a good amount of money. But, I spend a good amount as well. I definitely went shopping and loved every minute of it! I didn't hesitate to buy new clothes, jewelry, or other stuff.
When I started college, I was driving my sister's old car. A '92 Sentra. I continued to save towards my car. My school expenses were minimal. Less than $100 a month. Usually MUCH less. I wasn't paying rent or any other bills. So, I ate out a ton. Bought new clothes often, etc. Then, I transferred schools. That was a rude awakening. My school expenses went to about $250 a month. Much more than I was used to spending. I had to cut back somewhere. Eating out, quickly became a luxury. Then, a few months after transferring schools, I bought my new car. Wow, cars are expensive! Hehe. But, totally worth it. I stopped shopping. This was a big deal for me. But, I honestly didn't miss it much.
Then, once I finished paying my dad off for little bit I borrowed for my car (~$800), I started wedding planning. I paid for all of our wedding expenses aside from some my parents contributed. Now I'm married and we are being frugal to pay off DH's debt and then save up for when I'm unemployed for 4 months. Oh fun!
The only thing I really miss is the new clothes. I hate not having much money in my budget for new clothes. I used to shop at this outlet store near my house and buy all my dress clothes. Everything was $3-5 each. I stocked my wardrobe with so much dress clothes. So, now I don't really have an excuse to buy anything. Plus, the store has closed.
That was a sad day.