In-store shopping can be a hassle for some customers. Your size may not be in stock, the price might be a bit higher than you're willing to pay or worse, the last size of the sweater you want is being purchased by somebody else.
We've all suffered the in-store struggle. But with online shopping, the customer has more opportunities to buy their desired wardrobe.
If you found an item in store but the price seemed too high, look at RetailMeNot for online coupons. Very rarely will stores have in-store coupons that customers can use, but for online orders, there is a plethora of coupons ranging from free shipping to 25 percent off your entire purchase.
It helps if you already know your size or what specific item you want before you go to this site. Because most of the prices online are cheaper, you'll want to find a free shipping coupon code to keep the price low, otherwise you're paying the same as you would in store.
In my experience, I've found that there are a few places that are easier to shop at than others. For example, J. Crew Factory makes it easy for a customer to find what they want without having to pay full price.
With $5 flat rate shipping on orders under $100, and speedy delivery, this website makes it easy for customers to get what they want within a reasonable time frame. Oftentimes, there is a sale on certain items or a coupon available online.
Like boutique outfits but hate the price? Try Red Dress Boutique. Shipping is free for orders of $50 or more and customers can return their items within seven days of purchase.
The website is updated frequently and shoppers can build a complete outfit by purchasing shoes and accessories as well. They also have a "Notify of Restock" function that lets shoppers know when certain items are back in stock again.
Tried and true, eBay is the internet's garage sale, where gently worn clothes go to be bought by other people. Simply type in a brand name, like Vineyard Vines or Chubbies, and the item appears.
Auctions are fun, especially when there's the Bid/Buy it Now at play, but the best way to get a good deal is to contact the buyer and try to negotiate free shipping. That way, all you're paying for is the bid price/sale price.
Though this website is known mostly for artisan items, Etsy is a great site for shoppers that want custom clothing or items they won't find in a typical store. From monogrammed items to vintage dresses and jackets, this website has almost anything you could think of. The prices are reasonable, if not cheaper than retail prices. For example, there are $10 oversized flannels and customizeable spirit jerseys with monograms for $30. There are coupon codes for certain stores online, so be sure to search before you buy.
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