As the great Billy Joel once said, “This is the time to remember – but it will not last forever…”
You may have noticed in June that many stores were
announcing new summer merchandise, but everything was full price. Now that July 4th has officially
come & gone, it’s a very different story. July is THE best time of the year to shop clothing
sales. This month is especially great if your
wardrobe needs a major overhaul. You can
get a lot of clothing at a great price. However,
beware the pitfalls of sale shopping.
5 rules for shopping sales:
- Go as early as possible for the best selection - both in the day and in the season.
- Don’t get sucked into the sale vortex. There is a lot of merchandise and it can be overwhelming. The sales are so good that it’s easy to buy a bunch of stuff just because it’s cheap.
- It’s best to have a clear objective of what you are shopping for before you go into a store. You can pre-shop online to find some shopping goals.
- A bargain is only a bargain if the item is right for you – in terms of style, fit, color and price.
- If you are not entirely certain about a purchase, ask about the store’s return policy. Most stores offer a full refund within 2 weeks with a receipt. So – you can take it home and think about it.
Also - have fun! It's summer, which is full of color and prints and...
If this is all sounds like your worst nightmare, it’s a great time to hire a
personal shopper. Give me a call.
