It is around this time (The middle of January) that our favorite boutiques, retail chains and department stores begin to roll out the Fall/Winter items to make way for the Spring collections. This is one of the best times to shop. There will be unbelievable deals and this is the best time to stock up on basics for Fall/Winter of 2011 or for the rest of this season. Here are a few tips:
- Get on your favorite store(s) mailing list. My phone is constantly going off with emails from some of my favorite places to shop giving me the scoop on the latest mark downs or new arrivals. Some stores even send text messages with exclusive deals. You do not want to miss the two-day clearance event
- Check out the outlet stores. Some places have already began sending their merchandise to the outlets like Woodbury Commons and Tanger Outlets
- Check your local newspapers. Local newspapers are great ways to find out when department stores like Macy’s and JC Penney have markdowns. They will also have coupons for extra savings.
- Visit your favorite stores frequently because the prices will continue to drop through the weeks. So if you see something on the 50% sale rack, wait a few days or a week (while praying your items are still there) and maybe the same item that you have been scouting will be on the 75% off rack.
- This is also one of the best times to visit vintage shops, thrift stores, and the salvation army. They too have sales and do have cut-off points as to wear certain types of clothing will be sold. It is very rare that you will find a fur vest/coat in May so check out your favorite vintage shops as well for price cuts.
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