An X user has sparked debate online after revealing the one surprisingly ordinary habit that instantly puts her off men. Taking to the platform, she wrote: “new ick unlocked: men who use their Tesco Clubcard.” Yes — saving money.

The comment quickly caught fire, with users piling into the replies to share their disbelief, amusement, and, in many cases, outright frustration. What might have been intended as a lighthearted “ick” moment instead turned into a wider conversation about modern dating expectations — and whether the bar has been set just a little too… strange.

Residents on The Shade Borough Instagram account didn’t hold back. One user responded bluntly: “omg get a grip girls. might as well add breathing to the list at this point.” Another questioned the logic behind the criticism: “So a man shouldn’t save money where he can? What a dense mentality.”

Others pointed out the irony of dismissing financial awareness in today’s economy. “These times they probably use Klarna. This is getting silly now,” one comment read, highlighting the contradiction between mocking loyalty points while normalising credit-based spending.

Some responses took a broader swipe at dating culture itself. “Many girls are single. they expect so much but give nothing,” one user wrote, suggesting that unrealistic standards may be part of the problem.

Still, not everyone saw the situation as serious. A few leaned into humour and pride, embracing the now-controversial Clubcard habit.

“Collect your points king,” one person joked. Another added: “‘Ick’ all you want, I’m still getting them points.”

And perhaps the most wholesome take of all: “Love me a man who uses clubcard.”