We were both raised in sales-rack homes by mommas who sniffed out the bargains and still managed to keep our wardrobes in style. It's only natural that we follow their lead and do our own investigative shopping.
It's so easy to become overwhelmed by the cutest little outfits and the must-have style of the moment but truth be told, baby is going to outgrow that top before you can get home and stuff him/her into it. Of course, you can't leave your little one naked but why spend top dollar when we have the secret to stylish clothing at a stylish price?!
First thing is first...
New or expecting parent, meet Sales Rack. Sales Rack, meet parent.
If the two of you are strangers, it is time to become the best of buds.
DO NOT look at or touch anything that is full-price.
Before entering a store, put on your thrifty blinders and prepare to shuffle through sales racks.
The headache is worth it when you can afford your car payment.
Second...
Coupons.
Don't wait for them to arrive in your Sunday newspaper. While checking out at stores, ask for coupons. There are also plenty of websites that make coupons available and easy to print. We will provide links to these sites once we feel that we've compiled a trustworthy list but in the meantime, play on Google....you will be pleasantly surprised by the coupons you are able to snag online.
Third...
Here are a few special store secrets to give you a jump-start on saving:
Old Navy marks down their items mid-week. Most do so on Wednesdays but check with your local retailer and then make it a date - once a month, or more often if needed, swing by Old Navy. If you wait until the weekend, you will miss the deals and have elbow room only, as all other parents are out shopping...with screaming toddlers, no less.
Old Navy and Gap both have a mark-down method.
First markdown seems like a killer deal and for $3.99 per shirt, you are going to be inspired to buy clothing for the whole neighborhood of children. Guess what - it gets better. You might thinks that $3.99 for a little guy's polo is a solid deal, but that is just the FIRST or TWO markdowns. The second markdown ALWAYS ends with a 7 so if you find a kicking pair of kiddo's shoes for $5.97, snag them! Remember, when the clearance or sale price ends in any number other than 7, cool your jets and wait it out...good things will come!
Lastly...
No cash? No purchase!!
We are celebrating the new-found freedom of being debt-free. It wasn't easy but trust us when we tell you, it is sooooo worth it! 5 bucks here and there add up on your card...FAST! Before leaving home to hit the sales, decide on your budget and when you think you've named a fair amount, CUT IT DOWN then take the plastic out of your wallet so that you're not tempted to charge. Take cash and cash only. You will thank us later.
There you have it - a few shopping secrets.
We will continue to expand on money saving tips.
Until then, bank it!
It's so easy to become overwhelmed by the cutest little outfits and the must-have style of the moment but truth be told, baby is going to outgrow that top before you can get home and stuff him/her into it. Of course, you can't leave your little one naked but why spend top dollar when we have the secret to stylish clothing at a stylish price?!
First thing is first...
New or expecting parent, meet Sales Rack. Sales Rack, meet parent.
If the two of you are strangers, it is time to become the best of buds.
DO NOT look at or touch anything that is full-price.
Before entering a store, put on your thrifty blinders and prepare to shuffle through sales racks.
The headache is worth it when you can afford your car payment.
Second...
Coupons.
Don't wait for them to arrive in your Sunday newspaper. While checking out at stores, ask for coupons. There are also plenty of websites that make coupons available and easy to print. We will provide links to these sites once we feel that we've compiled a trustworthy list but in the meantime, play on Google....you will be pleasantly surprised by the coupons you are able to snag online.
Third...
Here are a few special store secrets to give you a jump-start on saving:
Old Navy marks down their items mid-week. Most do so on Wednesdays but check with your local retailer and then make it a date - once a month, or more often if needed, swing by Old Navy. If you wait until the weekend, you will miss the deals and have elbow room only, as all other parents are out shopping...with screaming toddlers, no less.
Old Navy and Gap both have a mark-down method.
First markdown seems like a killer deal and for $3.99 per shirt, you are going to be inspired to buy clothing for the whole neighborhood of children. Guess what - it gets better. You might thinks that $3.99 for a little guy's polo is a solid deal, but that is just the FIRST or TWO markdowns. The second markdown ALWAYS ends with a 7 so if you find a kicking pair of kiddo's shoes for $5.97, snag them! Remember, when the clearance or sale price ends in any number other than 7, cool your jets and wait it out...good things will come!
Lastly...
No cash? No purchase!!
We are celebrating the new-found freedom of being debt-free. It wasn't easy but trust us when we tell you, it is sooooo worth it! 5 bucks here and there add up on your card...FAST! Before leaving home to hit the sales, decide on your budget and when you think you've named a fair amount, CUT IT DOWN then take the plastic out of your wallet so that you're not tempted to charge. Take cash and cash only. You will thank us later.
There you have it - a few shopping secrets.
We will continue to expand on money saving tips.
Until then, bank it!
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