FASHION 101
Sale Shopping Tips For Cosmo Chicks
Posted on February 4, 2010 12:00 pm by Nizzi Gatdula, Cosmo.ph Staff Writer
We know how you girls go gaga over the sight of red bold letters that scream “SALE." Most of you even wait for this season before grabbing pieces you’ve been lusting after for some time, just to purchase them at half (or less than half) its price.
But most of the time, you end up spending more during sales. Why? After getting what you need, it's tempting to sift through those piles of clothes and buy everything else that seems "cheap"--only to realize you've overspent when you get the receipt for all your purchases. Sounds familiar? Before you head out for some last minute V-day shopping, read on for tips to a more fun and organized spree.
1. Have A List Of What You Need
Before hitting the stores, check your closet and have a rundown of items you already have. By doing so, you’ll have an idea what must-haves you still lack. Jot down these items according to priority.
2. Shop Early
Research when the sale period starts and find out what time stores open. Shopping early on the first few days of the sale allows you to get first dibs on the stocks. This will also give you ample time to try on items you like before everyone else does. We suggest you avoid shopping during lunch breaks, after work hours, or late afternoon on weekends, when it’s usually too crowded.
3. Wear Comfortable Clothes
Shopping is good a form of exercise. It entails a lot of patience and energy, as you walk around the mall or the store, picking out and trying on several pieces of clothing. We suggest you wear clothes that are easy to take off and put back on. Wear tank tops and leggings so you can pull on clothes on top of your outfit, in case there's no fitting room available. Also keep in mind that the shoes you’re wearing must be comfortable—you wouldn’t want sore feet and blisters after.
4. Check The Items Before Buying
Most reduce-priced items are not covered by their return policy. Be sure to carefully check the quality of the garment or accessory. See the stitches if they still hold, and check for holes, stains, or discoloration. You shouldn't get poor quality items just because they happen to be on sale.
5. Bring A Cash Stash
Some stores do not accept cards while they're on sale. So be sure to bring enough cash for your purchases.
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57. Yah right girls are really into shopping especially when there's a big sale..they rush and buy anything..but also consider the quality not just the price
April 05, 2010 at 10:15 pm report abuse -
56. bring cash to keep on your budget.
March 17, 2010 at 01:01 pm report abuse -
55. Plus: Sometimes Not All Sale stuff are worth buying... find one thats really Best Buy tlga:) considering the Price & Quality :)
March 16, 2010 at 05:02 pm report abuse -
54. Another Tip: Make & save for your Shopping budget.. January pa lang i always make it a point to have separate savings that i will spend for A BIG SALE thing :)
March 16, 2010 at 05:01 pm report abuse -
53. I tend to buy things that are mostly on sale. And when it's on sale, I go big time. I buy by the bulk and I don't regret it. I discipline myself not to buy things that I don't need but I am able to buy my needs on sale... And my bf admires me for being such a sale guru!
March 16, 2010 at 11:55 am report abuse -
52. I do #2!
March 15, 2010 at 01:05 am report abuse -
51. imma certified shopaholic and i always ended up buying more than what i need... no complains ILOVEIT! ;0
March 12, 2010 at 05:04 am report abuse -
50. I always forget number 1. Whenever I shop I never really have a specefic item in mind so i end up buying things that I dont need or going over my budget
March 11, 2010 at 10:02 pm report abuse -
49. i love sales! get so much good deals!
March 11, 2010 at 08:11 pm report abuse -
48. I love shopping! And my rule is to shop early! I hate crowded places.
March 08, 2010 at 03:50 pm report abuse -
47. I love sales! I used to go crazy when I see those 4 letters posted in stores. I got my shares of bad buys and great finds. But now I have learned to be a wise spender because of Cosmo!
February 10, 2010 at 06:12 pm report abuse -
46. stop the urge of impulse buying - now i should say this to myself, haha!
February 10, 2010 at 01:02 pm report abuse -
45. oo nga.. san sa legaspi?
February 10, 2010 at 04:04 am report abuse -
44. Wear Comfortable Clothes
February 10, 2010 at 04:04 am report abuse -
43. @sonncza san sa legaspi sis?
February 09, 2010 at 12:23 am report abuse -
42. very helpful
February 07, 2010 at 07:23 pm report abuse -
41. i went to legazpi, may outlet dun ang mango
February 06, 2010 at 07:12 am report abuse -
40. i love it pg sale sa zara.mura n tas mganda un clother,mbabait p un mga staff tas orgsnize un pag-fifit kht sale.i so love zara lalo n un trf.
February 05, 2010 at 09:56 pm report abuse -
39. i agree.in kamiseta u cnt try/fit clothes on sales.haha.prang joke lng.
February 05, 2010 at 09:55 pm report abuse -
38. panget na mga damit sa kamiseta specially pag sale.. i always look forward sa MNG sale :)
February 05, 2010 at 09:54 pm report abuse -
37. i find stuff sold at quirks, well, quirky (a good thing) but a bit pricey.
February 05, 2010 at 03:00 pm report abuse -
36. great i love sale hahaha
February 05, 2010 at 02:09 pm report abuse -
35. 35. Great. Ito ang dahilan kaya laging ubos ang sweldo ko. Hehehe
February 05, 2010 at 01:35 pm report abuse -
34. i love sales! :)
February 05, 2010 at 07:55 am report abuse -
33. Mango, kahit 70 off magaganda pa rin yung items.. anywei nice tips..
February 05, 2010 at 07:41 am report abuse -
32. Mango and Zara, maganda mag sale...
February 05, 2010 at 07:40 am report abuse -
31. i already know this stuffs
February 05, 2010 at 01:34 am report abuse -
30. dapat comfortable para di mahirap magsukat.
February 05, 2010 at 12:58 am report abuse -
29. @donaportia:weird di ba?kaya nawalan na ako ng gana bumili sa kamiseta. at least sa zara at mango pwede i fit. kulit ko nga dun dami ko sinusukat tlaga.kaya super damage na mga damit sa kamiseta. ang dami mo pa kagaya. kakainis kaya yun. anyway milk & co na lang ako same din ng kamiseta.
February 05, 2010 at 12:56 am report abuse -
28. wear comfy clothes and shoes is a requirement. oh and check every store first before buying the item, hahahah! it's girl thing. =P
February 04, 2010 at 10:44 pm report abuse -
27. @reeya: i agree with you sis! I really don't get the point why you can't fit pag sale sa Kamiseta. Eh ganun din naman, people still try to fit the clothes - with their clothes on nga lang. hehe.
February 04, 2010 at 10:21 pm report abuse -
26. I was able to catch Zara's Sale in Shangrila last week. Good thing I pay in cash because they have a separate line for cash payments. (very very convenient because it's waaay shorter than the line for credit card payments) =)
February 04, 2010 at 10:17 pm report abuse -
25. siguro pwede naman ilagay dito pag hindi mo talaga mapigilan ung sarili mo pagdating sa salitang SALE, wag dalhin credit card.. :) tapos dala lang ng enough money.. :)
February 04, 2010 at 10:00 pm report abuse -
24. i agree with all the tips listed above especially # 4 that before purchasing any items,be sure to check it before buying. Mahirap na, nakamura ka nga pero damage items naman pala nakuha mo.
February 04, 2010 at 09:00 pm report abuse -
23. really have to be careful sa mga sale. hate kamiseta pag sale di kase pwede mag fit. ok sa zara,dorothy perkins, mango and topshop.lagi ako may nabibili na super ganda at mura na mga items.i love sale! bakit ka bibili ng mahal if you can get it at almost half the price.
February 04, 2010 at 08:52 pm report abuse -
22. shoes shoes shoes! I'll definitely check those outlets over the weekend!=)
February 04, 2010 at 08:43 pm report abuse -
21. i love mango sale.super mura!
February 04, 2010 at 06:05 pm report abuse -
20. i love buying sales itmes.especially the branded ones.this article is helpful!
February 04, 2010 at 05:50 pm report abuse -
19. i wonder kung mas nakakatipid pag me sale, kasi ang hina ng self control mo pag alam mo na you are getting a good deal e. hehehe
February 04, 2010 at 05:37 pm report abuse -
18. it's nice to shop when you get your money's worth so these tips are helpful especially now that the financial crisis is not over yet, we have to be wise to purchase good buys...
February 04, 2010 at 05:08 pm report abuse -
17. nice tips
February 04, 2010 at 04:43 pm report abuse -
16. 16. i'm goin to rockwell bazaar sa weekend..:) looking forward to bag home good buys..:)
February 04, 2010 at 04:10 pm report abuse -
15. i love shopping when wearing comfortable clothes.. very helpful tips .. thanks
February 04, 2010 at 03:46 pm report abuse -
14. i love sale din, sobra! lalo na un sa people are people na store, laki magsale non eh.
February 04, 2010 at 03:43 pm report abuse -
13. love sale!
February 04, 2010 at 03:30 pm report abuse -
12. Nowadays because of the financial crisis it's not advisable to shop and shop until you drop. I only shop for the things that I really need.
February 04, 2010 at 02:51 pm report abuse -
11. When I go shopping naman, a simple jeans, shirt & flat sandals talaga. Napaka comfy. thanks for the tips Cosmo. Another shopping spree! yahoo!=)
February 04, 2010 at 02:26 pm report abuse -
10. bringing enough money --> eto yung nakakapag-discipline sa akin.
February 04, 2010 at 02:24 pm report abuse -
9. ive tried having a list while on shopping..it worked. Its teaching discipline also..
February 04, 2010 at 01:40 pm report abuse -
8. Thaks cosmo..these are nice tips that we can use in shopping for Vday>..
February 04, 2010 at 01:39 pm report abuse -
7. wwaaaaahhhh i wanna go shopping in manila..
February 04, 2010 at 01:27 pm report abuse -
6. The most important tip would be bring enough money. Don't go over with your budget.
February 04, 2010 at 01:27 pm report abuse -
5. i'd like to come and visit the Stylebible’s Ultimate Sample Sale. it's super exciting. thanks for these tips. i go crazy pag may sale. sometimes, i'll grab an item if nakita kong malaki yung binaba ng price pero hindi ko naman pala kailangan. parang adrenaline rush lang.
February 04, 2010 at 01:21 pm report abuse -
4. Wow shopping galore ulit!
February 04, 2010 at 01:20 pm report abuse -
3. i'd like come and visit the Stylebible’s Ultimate Sample Sale. it's super exciting.
February 04, 2010 at 01:19 pm report abuse -
2. yup, this is really helpful, sometimes kasi im impulsive buyer, buy ko yan kahit di pa need... thanks cosmo!
February 04, 2010 at 12:46 pm report abuse -
1. This is really helpful. I like tip #1. Hehe. Minsan kasi I go crazy pag may sale and I tend to buy stuff that I don't need... *blush*
February 04, 2010 at 12:40 pm report abuse
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