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Shop on a Budget
With a downhill economy, how does a woman buy the clothes she really wants? Simple. Shop on a budget. Easier said than done right. WRONG! Shopping on a budget is very easy and does not take extra time. If you know you can only spend a certain amount of money, the minute you step into the store, go straight to the sale and clearance racks.
Wait, I like designer clothing only. That's ok, if you're the type of fashionista who loves those name brand items, buy those items at a sale or clearance price. If what you're looking for is not in the stores, go to their website. Sometimes you will find only online specials.
Where to buy cheap clothes, shoes, and accessories?
Where to shop for Designer Fashion?
When visiting designer websites, check the sale or clearance section on the website. Make sure to sign up and get the scoop on sale events, promotional items, giveaways, and shopping sprees. If you hate paying whole price, check the designer's website, monthly, to see what items go on sale. Macy's, Nordstrom, and Dillard's also sell designer apparel and accessories. You can also visit outlet store, which sell name brand items 50% -75% cheaper than the retail value. Other great sites to visit are
Bluefly.com
Ideeli.com (private membership)
How to shop on a budget in the stores!
Attend sales and clearance events
Don't be afraid to shop sales & clearance racks, it doesn't mean you are cheap.
Shop on weekdays. Some items are on sale on certain days of the week. These prices jump back to regular price on the weekends when everyone is shopping.
Take advantage of coupons received through direct mail. Be sure to check the expiration date. Check for printable coupons online as well.
Shop off season!
How to shop on a budget online!
Sign up for exclusive offers
Set up an account (usually free)
Take advantage of free shipping
Enter in coupon codes, when available.
Clearance & sales items are sometimes available only online. If a clearance item is out of stock in stores, more clearance items may be in stock on the store's website.
Follow them on MySpace, Facebook, or Twitter (whichever social network the store is involved with) for special events.
Enter into contests!