VALS Survey

The VALS survey rated me as a Striver type. And judging by the description:

"Strivers are trendy and fun loving. Because they are motivated by achievement, Strivers are concerned about the opinions and approval of others. Money defines success for Strivers, who don't have enough of it to meet their desires. They favor stylish products that emulate the purchases of people with greater material wealth. Many Strivers see themselves as having a job rather than a career, and a lack of skills and focus often prevents them from moving ahead.

 

Strivers are active consumers because shopping is both a social activity and an opportunity to demonstrate to peers their ability to buy. As consumers, they are as impulsive as their financial circumstance will allow."

..I would say that this would be the best option for me out of the other types. Ever since I joined a social sorority I feel I have most definitely became more of a striver. People are constantly judging you and looking at you differently just because you wear certain letters. I strive to be better not only for myself but for the people I am representing every time I put on my sorority letters. My sisters and I love to shop, so we are very active consumers, as well as impulsive shoppers, but we do not spend more then our budget will allow.