Learn To Get Unbelievable Deals!!
Macys- Tahari Cap Sleeve Sheath Dress: On sale $29.00 from $128.00
Macys- AGB Belted Shirt Dress: On Sale $22.49 from $54.00
Express- Geometric Long Tank: On Sale $47.94 from $70.00
Learn To Shop The Discounts: People don't understand just how steep the discounts can get after season. Buying after season allows you to save up to 90% M.S.R.P. Here is how you can be a Discount Diva Too:
-In September start looking for summer sales, late December early January start looking for after Christmas sales. These sales will be on fantastic merchandise that just didn't sell as well as the retailer anticipated, not because the merchandise is defective! TIP-Black Friday sales really aren't worth it. The merchandise is typically priced high then “marked down” by merely a few dollars to make it appear to be on sale, DON'T FALL FOR IT!
Macys- Alfani short sleeved Safari Dress: On sale $35.99 from $99.00
When Shopping After Season Sales: be sure to pick classic pieces. Pay attention to brand name merchandise. While shopping the discounts, you want to buy quality not quantity. Try to steer clear of super trendy items that will be out of style by the time the next season rolls around. Look for; traditional colors, structured form, subtle classy patterns and fabric, and items you really like and look forward to wearing.
Macys- BCBG Sleeveless Ruffle Dress: On Sale $1129.00 from $288.00
- Look for items that are transitional-meaning can be worn year long or for more then one season. Example: If you are buying a pair of sandals, buy a pair that are quality made, classy and will transcend time, meaning you can keep them for years to come. Also that you could wear with a cute pair of ankle socks or tights with.
Macys-Style & Co Printed Chiffon Layered Dress: On sale $24.99 from $49.99.
-If you are buying a dress or skirt be sure it looks good layered. Try it on with a sweater over it or a collard shirt under it. Try to imagine the item with a pair of booties, tights and a long wool coat for the brisk season ahead. This way you are getting a real bang for your buck and shopping smart.
DSW: Steve Madden Jan Cuff Bootie: On Sale $ 39.94 from $90.00
-Don't get caught up in the frenzy. Be sure you really like the items you are about to purchase. Don't just buy for the sake of a 80% off sale. What are you going to do with 3 bikini tops that you aren't crazy about and have no matching bottoms? Make good decisions by setting your items aside, walking around the store browsing the bedding or home good section while letting the idea of buying those items sink in. Come back later after you have discussed it with your self and then buy if you must.
Macys- Tina B Cap Sleeve Sheath Dress: On Sale $29.00 from $128.00
Don't Forget To Let Your Fingers Do The Walking: Don't just shop in store, although going into stores at the end of season is a MUST. Always check your favorite retailer on line. Let your relaxing Sunday be you most successful shopping day without letting your feet hit the floor. Most retailers on line will have a different set of merchandise and sales prices then the items on sale in your local store. The distributor is looking to off load the summer sandals before receiving the winter boots so they can make room and have more $ to purchase more boots with. The warehouse that supplies each individual store needs to make some room also sometimes they are desperate, so take advantage of it while you can you Savvy Shoppers. Check out;
-DSW
-Victorias Secret
-Macys
-Banana Republic
-Aldos
-Express
Macys- Ralph Lauren Milly Sleeve Ruffle Front Knit: $48.99 from $99.99
Load Up On Dresses: Check out the department stores in store and on-line at the end of summer, like right now ladies. All of the dresses I have listed within this blog are on sale at this very moment online. TIP- Dresses can be worn all year long so get em while there hot. First inspect the fabric and be sure that there is some weight on it so you aren't freezing your bunz off in a silk frock mid January. Don't be scared to buy sleeveless, spaghetti strap, cap sleeves or even sleeveless dresses on sale and wear it during winter months. Save on the dress now and pair it with a warm smoking blazer, a sweet sweater, wool tights and a cute pair of wintery boots.
Macys: DKNY Sleeveless V Neck Sheath Dress: On Sale $ 29.99 from $79.50
Shop Off Price: Always check the warehouses and off price retailers at the end of Summer and Winter. They have the stock that's already priced to sell but end of season, its a free for all.
-DSW
-TJ Maxx
-Marshals
-Ross
Aldos- Mat Sura: On Sale $39.99 from $60.00
Trends To Buy On Sale: Lace, blue based greys, strapy boots, open toe boots, ankle booties, knee high boots, 90 grunge, high healed doc martins and work boots, hip length soft leather jackets, boot cut pants, twills, knit sweaters, screen printed t's, worn denim, pattern tights, structured jackets and blazers, layering on top of layering, mismatched patters.
So take out the credit card, sit down and shop without any stress ladies. Measure your self before shopping by using the measuring chart I have posted so that you can be sure the item will fit. And most of all, HAVE FUN you Discount Diva.
These items below can all be transitioned from summer to fall to winter with the help of a few structured blazers or soft knit sweaters. Check out a few inexpensive examples below from Forever21.
