funny how... complimenting differences

Isn't it funny how we just brush compliments off, or do we just think they are brushed off. Some people give them all the time, others once in a blue moon. Compliments come in so many different forms, but the way they are accepted can be equally large in variation.

One of the best compliments for a woman to give another women is to compliment their choice clothing for the day. It's funny though how, most women take it in so quickly that the realization of a compliment is questionable. Instead of thanking the other, they use this as a chance to show off their bargain shopping abilities. And when I say all this, I am NOT pointing my finger at others. I am the first to admit, I AM TOTALLY GUILTY OF THIS. The pointed finger is absolutely turned back and bouncing in my face.

We've (as in ladies) all overheard and been a part of a conversation that goes something like the following:
Woman 1: "That's a really cute shirt." (This sentence can vary depending on the garment of topic and the typical language used by the person. In this sentence also lies the compliment).
Woman 2: "Oh, get this-- Belk. $21.49. On Sale. Originally $62.50." (Usually stated like baseball stats, but always including the totaled paid with the amount saved and/or original price).

Question-- Does that person really need to know how you spend your money? Does that person want to know? Did that person ask?

No.

You don't typically see two guys excitedly chatting about the latest great buy from Banana Republic, Gander Mountain perhaps, but that's a whole other story.

Compliment HER shoes-- you're good as gold.
Compliment HIS shoes-- you might get a questionable glare.