It's been a little while since my last post- that must mean I'm getting better at resisting sale temptation, yay! So until my next moment of weakness, here are some of my very best tips for getting the most bang for your buck! Enjoy!
1. Scope out the sales
Many of you I'm sure already know this one, but it is tried and true. I
know that sifting through messy sale racks is a pain, but sometimes you
can find some awesome things for great prices! In that messy pile is
usually always a hidden gem.
2. Always keep the receipts
Sometimes you buy something and then the next time you're out shopping
you see that the same thing you just bought went on sale, and you paid
full price for it! Since this is obviously unacceptable, bring it back
to the store with the receipt and more often than not you can return it
and rebuy it for less, or get a price adjustment. And if before you take the tags off you end up deciding you just don't need it, (depending on the store's return policy) you can return it for a full refund!
3. Sign up for mailing lists
It usually only takes a few seconds and while most of the e-mails may
just be trash, stores will often let you know about upcoming sales,
promotions and sometimes they will even send you coupons!
4. Keep your eyes open
Sometimes you can find coupons in places like magazines or newspapers (school newspapers too!)
5. Buy it used
You can save a ton of money by buying almost anything pre-loved but
still in great condition. Thrift stores are awesome for finding cheap
and unique fashions, and many electronics stores sell everything from
used movies, games, CD's etc. for great prices! You would also be
surprised at the sweet deals you can find on websites like Craigslist
and Ebay, and as an added bonus you're being eco-friendly and reducing
waste by reusing old things instead of buying new ones. Three cheers for
being smart AND environmentally friendly!
6. Wait it out
We all fall victim to impulse buys at some point or other and then later
regret it (yes even me), so a good way to avoid this is if it's not an
urgent need, just leave it. Let a day or two go by, and if you're still
thinking about that item go back to the store, and if you're still just
as much in love with it then buy it. If you don't remember it after some
time goes by then chances are you're better off without having bought
it.
7. Think hard
Ask yourself, do I need this? Will I wear this? Is it different from the
things I already have? If the answer to any of these questions is no,
then maybe consider putting it back.
8. When in doubt, ask!
Some stores like Club Monaco offer a 20% discount off regular-priced AND
sale items to university and college students with a valid student ID.
Score!
So there you have it, the secret's out! Maybe one day you'll be bragging to ME about all the good deals YOU get!
And for all the things I probably should have taken back but didn't, check out my
clothes for sale! The more new things I buy- the more older things I will be forced to sell!
