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Monday, October 6, 2008
From The Clothes Horse’s Mouth
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
The chill in the air means it’s time to start clothes-shopping for … next spring and summer?
Yes, much like buying holiday decorations the week after Christmas, the time to refresh your wardrobe is two or three seasons ahead.
I acquire many of my duds at Macy’s. Normally, their selections are overpriced. Patience pays off when their stores unload out-of-season apparel, often reduced by 40 percent or more. I often cut costs further, up to 15 percent, by using a Macy’s credit card.
If you’re the type who requires the most up-to-date styles, this strategy isn’t for you. Macy’s works for me because they sell nice clothes that are not all necessarily in uo-to-the-moment vogue.
What stores work for you with “clearance” attire?
One other thing about Macy’s: The clothing choices vary from store to store. For example, there is a much wider (and hipper) range at the Lenox Mall location than at North DeKalb Mall. Check out their website for a list of brands, but call ahead to confirm an individual store carries them.
What are your tips for saving on clothes? Meantime, I feel a cold spell coming on. So I’m outa here … to go buy some shorts and T-shirts.
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