When we lived in Ohio, we lived just over an hour away from an outlet mall. It was one we’d like to frequent whenever we needed a drive or if we wanted a quick detour to/from a trip to Columbus. Over time, while the majority of stores seemed to shift to ‘exclusive outlet only’ product, there was a children’s clothing store (Carter’s/Oshgosh B’gosh) that we liked to visit. Initially, it was like all the other stores at the outlet, but it eventually turned into an actual outlet store and sold clearance merchandise that was marked with an additional percentage off (the last time we visited, the entire store was an additional 70% off). As a result, we’d make a habit of selling any clothing my son had outgrown, then turn around to head up to the Carter’s outlet a few days later and get a whole new wardrobe for resale store prices. It may have been a long trip, but we made a day of it: we’d pack a lunch to eat up there (they had several outdoor eating areas), do some shopping, play on their outdoor playground before heading home and playing at a playground closer to home.
Since moving here, deals are harder to come by. There is a clearance warehouse sale close to where we live (happens twice a year) that we’ve hit up and have gotten a few things at a pretty good price, but no major finds yet.
What are some of your favourite places to visit that help you save money?
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