I know most of you are probably thinking I'm preaching to the choir, but I just had to add this bit of advice. And it should not be taken lightly. I mean, consider what I've found lately at outlets:
- A Michael Kors bag at 135$ (and a really nice shoulder bag too; not just a tiny clutch!)
- A pair of black suede heels and fabulous leather stilleto ankle boots at Nine West for 122$ (total!)
- A pair of suede platform Prada heels at 150$! (ok, these were in Tuscany, but if ever you're there, right?)
I guess if you live in Europe or the US, you're probably thinking, "yeah, so?" Please understand that I'm from Canada, where there are no outlets - just power centers where everything costs the same as everywhere else. It's literally impossible to get a good deal in Canada - I mean, I have to cross the border to pay 50% less for something that was actually packaged in Mississauga, Ontario! And that lovely Michael Kors bag would have cost me at least 400$ (plus mind-numbing taxes.)
So, especially if you're from Canada like me, take advantage of your camping trip to the US, or whatever, and seek out the biggest outlet mall within driving distance.
Though you might want to focus on stocking up on stuff you actually need, as opposed to doing what I did: heading right for the accessories stores and splurging on shoes and a handbag.
Oh well.
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