Shopping for Clothes – Long English Conversation in the Past Tense (With Useful Vocabulary)

👗 Long English Conversation – Shopping for Clothes (Simple Past Tense)

Sara: Hey Lina, did you go shopping last Saturday?
Lina: Yes, I did! I went to the new shopping mall in the city. It was very big and modern.

Sara: Really? I wanted to go there, but I was busy. What did you buy?
Lina: I bought a beautiful blue dress, a pair of jeans, and some comfortable white sneakers. They looked amazing!

Sara: That sounds great! Did you find good discounts?
Lina: Yes, I found many items on sale. The jeans were 50% off, and the shoes were affordable. I also received a small gift bag from the store.

Sara: Wow, lucky you! I visited that mall last month, but I couldn’t find my size. Did you try the clothes on before buying?
Lina: Of course! I tried on three dresses, but only one fit perfectly. The others were too tight.

Sara: Did you go alone, or did someone go with you?
Lina: My sister came with me. She tried on a red coat, but it was too expensive, so she didn’t buy it.

Sara: What did she buy instead?
Lina: She bought a stylish scarf and a brown leather handbag. She loved them!

Sara: Nice! Did you take any pictures?
Lina: Yes, we took some photos in front of the fountain inside the mall. The decorations were beautiful.

Sara: Did you eat there?
Lina: Yes, we stopped at a small café. We ate pizza and drank fresh orange juice. It was delicious.

Sara: Sounds like a perfect day! I stayed home, cleaned my room, and watched a movie. Nothing special.
Lina: That sounds relaxing too. Do you want to go shopping with me next Friday? We can look for jackets and skirts.

Sara: I would love to! I really need new shoes and maybe a stylish skirt for my cousin’s wedding.
Lina: Great! Bring your discount card and we’ll go early in the morning to avoid the crowd.

Sara: Deal! Don’t forget to take your wallet this time.
Lina: Haha, don’t worry! I already put it in my bag.

Sara: Perfect. See you on Friday!
Lina: See you! Take care.


🎯 Vocabulary You Can Learn from This Conversation

Word/Phrase Meaning
On sale At a reduced price
Try on To check how clothes fit
Affordable Not expensive
Fit perfectly The right size
Discount card A card that gives special price or offer
Crowded Full of people