The men might have different opinions, and circumstances alter cases, but I expect "wifey" would take a dim view of the diminutive. By the same token, girlie / sonny today are likely to be seen as insulting / disrespectful in many contexts (but lassie / laddie are more generally acceptable in Scotland). Bottom line though - as a non-native speaker you should avoid using any words like this ...
Although 'wifey' can be used affectionately, many people in English-speaking countries see the word as misogynist, sexist, and infantilising. There may be slight nuances of meaning, e.g. in American English, a single woman may be considered 'wifey' if she is stereotypically suitable marriage material for a sexist type of man, and in the UK, it may be a word used casually by husbands to refer ...
Proper usage of the word Wifey - English Language Learners Stack Exchange
If I go with Wifey for the purpose of carrying the bags I am not a customer 1. If I am there to help make a decision then I am. If Wifey is late and I have an hour to kill I will consider myself a browser (or window shopper) in the tool aisle. Note to managers everywhere: Get some benches.
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