Thrift Stores, Consignment Stores, Salvation Army, Goodwill.... I will be making MANY postings about these stores in the future. They hold a plethora of fabulous findings.
Today, to keep my blog from becoming a book, I will only be introducing these stores.
I have been shopping Salvation Army for years. When I lived in Rochester (growing up), I would shop at the one nearest the affluent areas. (yes, I have been a bargain shopper since adolescence AND I managed to get voted 'Best Dressed' in High school... I only mention it to give me some credibility that I didn't look like a homeless person). And I digress....
For those of you who live near me in Northern Virginia, I shop at the NEW Salvation Army on Balls Ford Road. And, just so I can get the BEST deal, I only shop on Wednesday's when they have 25% off Customer Appreciation Day! I have a girlfriend who is trying to change her spending habits due to a reduction in income. She went to Salvation Army (on a Wednesday, of course) and found a fabulous pair of boots for $13 - plus 25% off! She was SOOO excited... I think she's hooked... and I am SOOO proud of her! I just got a call from another girlfriend who went this past Wednesday - she found an expensive red leather purse and Nine West boots. The excitement from finding a a fabulous bargain is exhilarating!!!
I have to give a shout-out to Stuff Consignments in Gainesville (next to Sport & Health). I was in there today to use my $5.00 off of $25 purchase coupon (found in Premier Mag, Incentives, Mailer). Found a red leather purse for fall/winter, a New York Company plaid tote (tags still on), and a pair of Children Place (adjustable waist) skinny jeans for my 8 year old... all for a whopping $24.62. They have 'tag' sales all the time - so I got an extra 25% off!
To find a store in your area or where you may travel:
National Association Resale Professionals Store Search
I WANT TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR FABULOUS FINDS!!! Talk to me, ladies!
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Happy Shopping - Hip Bargain Chick
I don't have a fab find here in Pentagon City,everything seems sky rocketing..but i loved the stuff Ann Taylor has..haven't shopped there yet though...but I wanna say, that I LOVE YOUR BLOG...I should blog too,though wonder about what;lol!Will check for Salvation Army..the bargains sound amazing.I guess even on a regular day it might not be so expensive.
ReplyDeleteYES YES YES! I luv Stuff Consignments and GREAT one for mommies-- Little Lords and Ladies in Chantilly. All reallly nice clothes for kids. I buy all Bellas clothes there (she is about to turn 3!) It is the best place to shop!
ReplyDeleteI love theblog and you have inspired me to get back on mine!