Bargain Shopping
Tiffany’s Has Nothing on Wal-Mart
What: As the recession hangs around, we’re getting way less materialistic than we used to be. In a recent Zogby poll, 78% of respondents said they’d ditch a $500 item from Tiffany’s (in the blue box and everything) for a discounted $250 lookalike at Wal-Mart.
What They Say:
“People are moving toward a simpler, less materialistic lifestyle,” Zogby said in a statement.
“I call them Secular Spiritualists because they are looking for more meaning in their lives, and will seek it through family, friends, volunteering and leisure activities that fulfill their needs.”
What We Say: Wal-Mart just keeps going, and going, and going. This poll comes out just after the retailer announced its online expansion. We think one of the most refreshing aspects of the recession is how it’s made us all so much more tuned into good and practical fashion sense (vs labels and brand identity).
But there’s still something about that blue box…would you pay an extra 250 to upgrade from Wal-Mart to Tiffany’s?
News Alert: Ashley Judd for Goody’s
What: Ashley Judd has already launched a line of clothing for Goody’s, but come August, 150 of the 286 Goody’s stores will carry “Ashley Judd Plus” for plus-sized women, according to WWD. The pieces cost only $28 to $58 and they range from blouses, knits, skirts, blazers and trousers.
What We Say: We applaud Ashley Judd for recognizing the need for more clothing lines designed for plus-sized women. Goody’s is yet another retailer in financial trouble (like Steve & Barry’s) and hopefully Ashley Judd’s clothing line will resuscitate it. Plus, part of each sale goes to Goody’s Good Deeds for Good Schools, which awards grants to local schools.
What do you think of Ashley Judd’s expanded clothing line? Do you shop at Goody’s?
Image from WWD
Buy One, Get One: Sunglasses at NY and Co.
What: Buy 1 Get 1 Free— probably one of our favorite things to hear a salesperson utter. Right now, buy one pair of sunglasses at New York and Co. and get a second pair for free. Sale ends July 12.
What We Say: Sunglasses are necessary to protect our eyes from harmful UV rays, but they’re also one of those accessories that we keep needing to buy more of—we lose them, we scratch them, and they fall into the unreachable areas of our cars. Designer sunglasses are a no-no when they’re at such risk. New York and Company is helping us out with our problems with their affordable and stylish shades. We suggest taking advantage of this sale, and placing your second pair in a safe place, preserving it for it’s most needed.
Check out our picks:
The City Style Rhinestone Sunglasses are great when you want a little bling for your look. $19.95.
The City Style Signature Sunglasses come in three colors—they’re simple and unassuming, when you need a stylish low-profile. $16.50.
Pictured: The City Style Metallic Sunglasses come in seven subtle colors, and the shape is big enough to be trendy, but small enough so you’re not obnoxiously bug-eyed. $19.95 each.
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