Outlets? Deal or Not?

Thanks to an article from Kelly....here is my review of the Outlet situation.



I do live in Orlando one of the Outlet Capitals of the world so it gives me a unique look at what they really are. Bottom Line: They are great if you know what to look for, when to go, and what you are really getting.



First, is it last season or made for outlet? Let's use the GAP. The GAP never will have things from the store in their outlets. Don't believe me look at the tag? It will have "factory store" on the label meaning it was made just for the outlet. This isn't a bad thing, I think the store quality is better but if you love it...go for it. It also helps to know how much you could get something at the sale rack at the store vs. full price at the outlet. Other ones that make factory store clothes, Ann Taylor, Calvin Klein, Tommy, and Banana (but again look at the tag some Banana items are last season!) Basically, quality check....



Second, when are you going? Don't go during back to school shopping - you'll come up empty handed. I have found after a major holiday is a great time for outlets or when the seasons change. Who says you don't need a bathing suit bought in December?



Third, get the coupons. Either online or at the food court....yes, the food court and pick up that sample of orange chicken, you'll need a protein boost for this trip :)



Fourth, Return Policy! (and if you're a reader you know I love to return..) some outlets have NO RETURNS! (Victoria Secret.....my first run in...ohhh I was mad.) But it's always the shopper's responsibility to know the policy!



Ready to go? Call me....especially Coach Outlet after Christmas....one present for me a year :)

Gas Station Fashion

Interested yet?

Here's the deal...the other day I was in Walgreens having a horrible day and said huh, that sundress isn't bad...almost cute! Then my friend in effort to cheer me up bought it. I guess the surprise was when I wore it the next day with coach purse, nine west sandals, and Cole Haan glasses.

Quote: Merchandise it up!

It doesn't matter where you buy that "cute" thing if you put it with other high fashion expensive items....no one will ever know....Who's cares if you are wearing that Forever 21 top...with that Burberry Trench and Banana Pants....looks like you are a million bucks! Don't be afraid of the Gas Station, Walgreens, Goodwill....as long as you can add on to the outfit and make it your own and amazing it doesn't matter where it comes from.

Here's another note, the next day we saw the SAME sundress in Target with a different tag for like $25 more?

Score.