High-end fashion always seems to come with a very high price, but there are a number of ways to get around this. Here are some places to look to find them on a budget.
Izzy's Emporium
Izzy's is a privately owned boutique that specializes in discounted designer demin, selling over 60 different brands. There are several great things about this store. First, everything is discounted – anywhere from 60-70 percent off original prices. Second, there is an extremely helpful and knowledgable staff that assist costumers in finding the perfect fit jean. In addition, Izzy's is not limited to just denim but carries shirts, dresses, jewelry and their own line of cosmetics.
Wrentham Village Premium Outlets
The Wrentham Outlets is also another great resource for designer labels. However, it is a little bit trickier finding deals here - it's all about the timing. Although crowds can be overwhelming during the holiday season or when they're having the weekend sidewalk sales (i.e. Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, etc) it can be worth it if you're looking for a good deal. Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, for instance, sometimes holds a buy one get one 50 percent off promotion. This is a decent price taking into consideration that the item is already marked down to outlet price and then is an additional percentage off.
Brave shoppers may be able to find even better deals at some of the handbag stores such as Kate Spade and Coach on days like Black Friday if they don't mind waiting in line – a lot of the merchandise is marked anywhere from 30 to 60 percent off. Moreover, when making a trip to the Outlets, no matter what time of year, the VIP coupon booklet at the information center can have some good discounts. The booklet is free upon showing a AAA card or costs $5 without. Either way, it's worth grabbing.
TJ Maxx & Marshalls
Although some are better than others, and they tend to be hit or miss, TJ Maxx and Marshalls have been carrying more and more designer items the past couple of years. It's not uncommon to come across Cole Haan or Juicy Couture in the handbag section or a pair of True Religions in the Misses.
One TJ Maxx that has a great selection is the store in Natick, Mass. What makes this one unique compared to some of the other locations is their "runway" section that is dedicated to only top designers. These stores tend to be slightly cheaper than what one would find at the outlets. A pair of designer jeans for example, could range anywhere from $49.99-$99.99 depending on the brand.
Second Hand Stores
Visiting second hand stores can be the most reasonable way to buy designer clothes; however, this is because they will be gently worn-in. This is really not a problem as long as the item is still in mint condition, as it probably will because second hand stores are beginning to be much pickier about what they take. A shopper also needs to have a lot of patience if this is the route he or she decides to take.
Again, like many stores it can be hit or miss, and dependent upon the area. Some places may take better quality clothing, whereas others could take a mix of things. Determined shoppers may have to do some serious digging and searching to find they're looking for, too.
In the end though, there are many places in Massachusetts to find some great prices on designer labels for less – it's all about when and where one looks, whether it be the outets or a local Marshalls.
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