Candy Stripes & A Tip to go With

Tank-The Limited~ Cropped Denim Pants-GAP Factory~ Wedges-Jessica Simpson~ Accessories & Clutch-Local Boutique (Handpicked) 

         One of my favorite places to shop is an outlet mall.  I prefer Mills over Tanger mainly because all Tanger outlets are outside, but I've found, in most cases, they usually have the same stores.  Outlet shopping and buying items, especially staples, at the end of a season is a great way to save and score a deal.  I purchased these white denim cropped pants last August for $12.99, at GAP Factory Store, and since they are a staple, they have been in regular rotation since May.  This purchase also saved me from going out in April or May this year and spending $55-$65 on a pair.  I know that many people prefer to shop at local boutiques and department stores, but the same rule applies.  Now is the perfect time to find items for next Spring and Summer that are marked down 50% or more.  Many stores even offer an additional percentage off their sales prices on the weekend.  With Labor Day right around the corner, you can anticipate big sales next weekend, so be ready to pick up a few new pieces for Fall and some staple pieces that you will be able to wear next year.  Comment below is you have recently found any great pieces on sale that you are sure you will still love next year.  My most recent was a blue and white striped dress (with a yellow belt) that I bought from The Limited for $35; I'm sure that dress will be in rotation for the next few summers.