How to Shop Wisely at Outlet Stores
An outlet gives manufacturers another chance to realize profit from poor sellers or overruns, and allows consumers to get price breaks on their favorite brand-name merchandise. In addition to deals on clothing for the whole family, look for housewares, linens, shoes, luggage and sometimes furniture.
Things You'll Need:
Shopping Lists
Outlet Stores Online
Step
1
Dedicate a full day to shopping. Outlets are typically a 1- to 3-hour drive from a major city, and can have up to 300 stores.
Step
2
Plan your attack by looking at the map of the outlet complex before you start shopping. Hit your priority stores first while your energy is high, or if the complex is immense, visit the most appealing blocks or clusters in the morning.
Step
3
Itemize what you need, or what you came to shop for. As you wander the maze of stores and get tempted by super deals on amazing items, it's easy to forget about that baby shower gift, new underwear or shoes for the kids.
Step
4
Concentrate on the brand-name stores, as they have the broadest selection and range of sizes. Warehouse stores may advertise brand-name items, but you may end up disappointed by their limited selection or size availability.
Step
5
Remember that in addition to surplus stock and poor retail performers, outlet stores also have a lot of irregular merchandise. Check each item thoroughly for construction and try on all items that you plan to buy.
Tips & Warnings
You'll do a lot of walking and, ideally, you'll try a lot of things on. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes that are easy to get off and on.
Pack a lunch. Most outlet centers have concession stands or small restaurants, but prices are often very high.
Get on the mailing list of your favorite outlet stores to receive postcards and flyers announcing sales and additional discount days.
Understand the return policy of a store before you make a purchase. If an item doesn't work out, you want the option to return or exchange it.
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An outlet gives manufacturers another chance to realize profit from poor sellers or overruns, and allows consumers to get price breaks on their favorite brand-name merchandise. In addition to deals on clothing for the whole family, look for housewares, linens, shoes, luggage and sometimes furniture.
Things You'll Need:
Shopping Lists
Outlet Stores Online
Step
1
Dedicate a full day to shopping. Outlets are typically a 1- to 3-hour drive from a major city, and can have up to 300 stores.
Step
2
Plan your attack by looking at the map of the outlet complex before you start shopping. Hit your priority stores first while your energy is high, or if the complex is immense, visit the most appealing blocks or clusters in the morning.
Step
3
Itemize what you need, or what you came to shop for. As you wander the maze of stores and get tempted by super deals on amazing items, it's easy to forget about that baby shower gift, new underwear or shoes for the kids.
Step
4
Concentrate on the brand-name stores, as they have the broadest selection and range of sizes. Warehouse stores may advertise brand-name items, but you may end up disappointed by their limited selection or size availability.
Step
5
Remember that in addition to surplus stock and poor retail performers, outlet stores also have a lot of irregular merchandise. Check each item thoroughly for construction and try on all items that you plan to buy.
Tips & Warnings
You'll do a lot of walking and, ideally, you'll try a lot of things on. Wear comfortable shoes and clothes that are easy to get off and on.
Pack a lunch. Most outlet centers have concession stands or small restaurants, but prices are often very high.
Get on the mailing list of your favorite outlet stores to receive postcards and flyers announcing sales and additional discount days.
Understand the return policy of a store before you make a purchase. If an item doesn't work out, you want the option to return or exchange it.
http://www.ehow.com/how_17134_shop-wisely-outlet.html
