Before the recession, few luxury brands offered their goods for sale via the internet. Now, as companies such as Marc Jacobs see less in-store shoppers, more and more high-end retailers are offering their goods online, according to the New York Times.

Some of the other brands aside from Marc Jacobs that will soon open online retail spots include Jimmy Choo, Hugo Boss, Vince, Theory and La Perla, among others.

"These brands are finally taking the plunge to establish an online retail presence," Jeffery Max, chief executive of Venda, an e-commerce technology company, told the news source. "The recession forced these manufactures to realize they needed to look for revenue wherever they could."

These new developments are likely to please many consumers who prefer to shop from home. Online shopping is a great way to find great deals and practice price comparison, according to Life123.com.

When making expensive purchases online, it's essential to protect personal information. Consumers can use an online payment service, to protect themselves from identity theft when shopping on the internet.