Where Do You Shop For Your Clothes?

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I mostly shop at abercrombie & fitch, hollister, banana republic, urban outfitters, and occasionally the gap or old navy for something here or there.

Where do you shop for your clothes? :bounce: :hi:

[anti_shrub]

1. Target, mostly

What can I say, I don't really feel the need to spend tons of money on clothes that were made for pennies on the dollar. Especially not after my girlfriend worked for a high priced clothing store and saw firsthand how overpriced their shit was when employees got like 75% discounts.

[YellowRubberDuckie]

2. Lane Bryant...

They have some nice stuff, and I'm kinda preppy. And I have a couple or four camis from Walmart. They were cheap and I love to sleep in them.
Duckie

[enigmatic]

3. Value Village, Goodwill, and Salvation Army

If you like to look, you can get some awesome stuff at a pittance..

[bobbieinok]

11. thrift stores...some rich women colleagues buy there too...why they're ric

[tXr]

27. Thrift stores

Sometimes you can find brand-new, name-brand clothes (with the original department-store price tag still attached) at a fraction of the original price. I just went to my local thrift store and bought four pair of jeans in good condition for less than $20. The most expensive pair was $4.25.

[ariesgem]

30. I love thrifting and now do it for a living.

Once I was at a Goodwill at the time when this rich lady dropped off a box of designer shoes that were "out of season". There were 3 pairs of Manolo Blahniks, 1 pair of Dolce Gabannas, 1 pair of Gucci boots and a pair of Valentino shoes - all in mint condition. They were not my size but I bought them all anyway and sold them all on Ebay for a killing. Goodwill sold me those shoes for $21 each and the boots for $29. I sold each pair for an average of $120. The boots sold for $195.

You can find great stuff at the thrift stores. I buy for myself and for $$Ebay$$. It's alot of fun.

[LeftPeopleFinishFirst]

52. Thrift stores are amazing

I was at one this summer where I could fill a bag of clothes for $10. With that, I got a black dress that was almost brand new that fit me exactly right and lots of other things.

Awesome.

[RevCheesehead]

4. Lands' End...simply the best. n/t

[AlabamaYankee]

37. It's the only place for men's clothing

My entire office work wardrobe is Lands' End. Aside from the price, quality and ift there's no men's cloting store in town. It really stinks that Sears bought them; now I have to pay sales tax as well as shipping when I order.

[RevCheesehead]

39. think of it as supporting WI workers, not Sears

[Longhorn]

40. What's wrong with Sears?

Did you know that Sears is going above and beyond what is required by law to support reservists called into active duty?

From Snopes (http://www.snopes.com/politics/military/sears.asp )

Sears is indeed one of the employers who take additional steps to show support for employees involved in serving their country by guaranteeing the continuance of their civilian pay and benefits. Many other companies -- large and small -- do the same for their workers, but as one of the nation's oldest and largest employers, Sears gets the publicity for setting a prominent example.

[Renew Deal]

5. Saks 5th Ave, Neiman Marcus, Barney's and my personal tailor.

I am a NE liberal remember.

OK, maybe not. I like the stores you mentioned except abercrombie. I have a pair of hollister shorts that I have worn out. Lately my girlfriend has bought me stuff so it's been easy. ;)

[Shananigans]

6. LOL....like I could afford that stuff!

Target, Old Navy, Deb, etc...

Whatever is on sale!

[PartyPooper]

7. Costco!

I buy whatever I can wear that's on the table.

:evilgrin:

[carnie_sf]

8. Ben Davis

Union made ... Plenty tough

[LeftPeopleFinishFirst]

49. My brother's bass player's name is Ben Davis

He wears their clothes, they look really cool.

[WillyBrandt]

9. Everything at Macy's

They have good sales, and it can be very reasonable. Plus I have to dress well for work...

[JohnKleeb]

10. hmmm

American Eagle, Eddie Bauer, and thats about all. I used to shop at Abercrombie back in middle school but I've stopped, basically I wear bright T's with khaki shorts, jeans, or regular khaki pants. However for my shoes, I shop at Active Edge, A skating store, I dont skate board though.

[Cleita]

12. Ross's and Marshall's

where I get all that above labeled stuff for less than Wal-mart charges for their stuff. Not only that, you can barter with the managers for things you think are overpriced. At my age though I'm not that interested in clothes. I have found great buys for garden and home at the above mentioned retailers. They also carry a lot of junk. One must know the difference.

[chenGOD]

13. I try and hit up the little retailers as much as possible...

however the situation in South Korea is vastly different when it comes to clothes shopping. So it's easy to hit up the little retailers. Also shop at the big big markets that are open 24/7 (it's fun clothes shopping at 12:30 on a Friday night after a few beers).

[DemWitch]

14. Wal-Mart

there I said it...

[bookfreak]

25. Yeah, me too

Not only can't I afford to shop in the more expensive places, but I just don't see the point. Why would I pay $30-$50 (or even more) for a pair of jeans when I can get them for $17? I also like getting my shoes for under $20.

I also occasionally hit thrift stores like the Salvation Army or Goodwill, but Wal-Mart is my main source.

[Piltdown13]

15. My favorite is BMoss...

...small chain with absolutely no web presence. They're similar in price to Express and Limited, but the clothes are less "trendy" and more classic in style. Of course, the prices mean I can only shop there during sales. I've also been shopping at Talbot's quite a bit during the past year -- got a gift certificate which took almost a year to use up! I realize that similar clothing is available at Target and such, but their clothes tend not to fit me as well, not to mention falling apart before I get done with them (I tend to buy basics and hang onto them a looong time), and I must admit, in the case of BMoss, I enjoy shopping in a store where just about everything is something I would consider wearing. :-)

[MRDU]

16. always at the thrift store.

Look at all the crap in the Mall. The whole "Look" anyway IS thift store. EVERYTHING IN THE MALL WAS MADE IN A SWEATSHOP SOMEWHERE!!!!

[Placebo]

17. WHAT?!?!

Not EVERYTHING :wow:

[69KV]

42. Just about

I have yet to find anything in the mall that is union made in the U.S. anymore. Check the tags it's all from sweatshops. Even Carhartt has caved and outsourced a lot of their manufacturing, and they were the last holdout among the big names. Carhartt still has about half of their stuff union made in the U.S., and I think Wrangler may have one or two lines of jeans still union made but you have to check the label.

I buy most of it online now. www.unionjeancompany.com www.justiceclothing.com and some others.

Watch for the few good brands like Diamond Cut (jeans), Windjammer (t-shirts), Union Line, Graybear, that are still entirely union made. (I'll bet you won't find them at the mall, if you do buy 'em and thank the store for carrying that brand!)

[PittPoliSci]

18. mostly concerts.

my mother buys my pants. i don't know where they come from unless they don't fit.

[Ron Green]

19. Nordstrom

Looks good, fits right, wears a long time. Pay the price.

[VOX]

20. Brooks Bros., Polo, etc., mostly online-at 6' 5" 225 lbs, can't find...

much in stores. Dress shirts? I need size 18x37, and that will not exist in any bricks-and-mortar establishment. On rare occasions, Nordstrom will have some tall sizes in stock, but by and large I've got to seek them out myself.

I've had pretty good luck online. Have to pay the extra $$$ for it, but they're good quality threads, and they last a long time.

[Placebo]

21. Sucks to be a tall american!

[VOX]

29. In many ways, yes! Headroom is tough in most cars, clothes are a problem,

beds are too short, and I've spent a lifetime banging my head into various objects, etc.

But there are some distinct advantages. In a crowd of people, I can easily spot someone. And my wife likes it! :)

[tigereye]

44. my h is 6'4" and has the same problem

Repp big and tall is good. Don't know if it is a national chain.

[huellewig]

22. I decided to boycott our economy after Iraq..

So now my clothes come from GoodWill and St. Vinnies. I have only bought food and beer and porn since the war started. And some computer stuff. I'm a nerd.

During Clinton I was a Ben Davis and Sears man.

[Placebo]

23. mmm porn

transcends any illegal wars or rampant economic and social destruction

[Rhiannon12866]

24. Victoria's Secret or J.C. Penney's

I have credit cards at both and know what fits me.:shrug:

on edit: they also both have excellent sales.:-)

[scarlet_owl]

26. Goodwill and occasionally, Meijer.

And only when Meijer having a clearance or for underwear. I shop almost exclusively, (well, for clothes anyway), at Goodwill.

[Gothic Sponge]

28. Toys"R"Us

;)

Mostly at the Big and Tall mans shops. I'm 6'5" and the shirt sleeves are always short on me at the regular stores.

[Nikia]

31. Mostly department stores

J.C. Penny, Yonkers, Sears, and Kohl's. I also have a few things from a sporting goods store. I always by stuff on sale unless it is cheap anyway. I buy better quality stuff at a lower price than Walmart. Buying what you want when you want it is overrated. Always buy stuff on sale.

[onebigbadwulf]

32. Thrift stores - I love the tyler durden look

Sometimes I get gift certificates to the GAP though.

[LWolf]

33. mostly online.

I don't go to the mall. I avoid department stores when possible. I do go to Target for underwear and socks. The rest of my stuff comes from catalogues & on-line shops. I hate shopping, I'd rather avoid the traffic, the parking lot, the lines, and just take care of it right here in my office.

There is a catalog I lost when I moved a few years ago, and I can't remember the name. :grr: They had my favorite stuff for work. (Teacher clothes). I'm still wearing it all, at least the stuff I can stuff myself into. I don't follow fashion trends. If I like it, it's comfortable, and in good shape, I'll wear it for a decade or two. And then when it's not in good shape anymore, I'll wear it on weekends.

I get my shoes from Lane Bryant or Naturalizer, because they sell women's shoes in WW sizes. I have a square foot.

[Atlas Mugged]

34. KaDeWe

I travel a lot, so when I leave, I always take empty luggage and come back with new clothes.

[dryan]

35. Local consignment and second hand clothes shops....

recently spoke at a national conference and all my clothes were from the Salvation Army. My absolutely favorite consignment store (Tracy's Second Stage) was seriously damaged because of Charley and they are closing. I also love jewelry and buy that a Thirftko on SR 436.

[eyesroll]

36. Most of my wardrobe comes from Target, Kohls,

stuff my sister doesn't want anymore, with an occasional sojourn into Casual Corner/Petite Sophisticate (I'm short) or Ann Taylor Loft, when stuff is on mega-sale and I need it for business. I've also had good luck at vintage stores -- today I'm wearing a great shift dress I got at a Cleveland vintage store for $16.

[redqueen]

38. Target

Or Marshalls. I'm cheap and I hate to shop.

[tigereye]

45. I like shopping, but I am thrifty as well,

I tend to Marshalls, TJ Maxx, Target and Old Navy for kids stuff. Kids Place also has some nice stufff. Sometimes K-Mart actually has some nice clothes. But I also do the thrift store thing - great vests and hippie-type dresses.

[redqueen]

58. I only like to shop for other people

if it's for me I just don't have the patience. Too many things don't fit right, so every shopping trip is an exercise in aggravation. :)

I used to do K-Mart but they closed all of them here. :(

I'll have to check out the Kids Place... just found out my daughter has to switch to uniforms. Tthink they might have considered telling this BEFORE we paid 100's for school clothes last month? :grr:

[tigereye]

63. they do have uniforms there ( at least in Pgh stores)

I saw them last week before school started. My son insisted, "mom I don't need anything" ( he could care less about clothes), as I dragged him through several stores. He goes to a small progressive school and they can wear what they want. I usually try to get him a new pair of sneakers every 4-6 months. But he wanted no part of the Converse we used to wear in our "punk" days. :)

where are you BTW?

[redqueen]

67. Dallas here

My girls are natural born shoppers. :)

So you know when I take the oldest to shop, the younger one will want something new too. Bye bye, bonus!

[mrboba1]

41. Kohls.

THey have the best frickin deals anywhere.

My wife got a 4 piece suit for $2.50 that looks like a $150 suit.
:wow:

[kitkatrose]

43. Marshall's TJ Maxx, Target...

Macy's clearance rack, and Goldsmith's. I hate paying regular price for clothes...

[stanwyck]

48. I love TJ Maxx!

it's a treasure hunt. Lots of tacky but some really good buys mixed in. I try to get by every couple of weeks and browse. Lots of times I don't find anything. But then I get lucky and find something fabulous. I don't like to shop at department stores. Spending big money for clothes is silly to me. I'd rather save the money for travel. (Target is great for gym clothes).

[kitkatrose]

50. yeah, I've found some really good stuff there.

And since I care little for fashion, it doesn't bother me to buy off-season. I prefer to buy off-season, it's cheaper and by this time next year, no one will have the pieces I have. I get classic stuff, or if i delve into fads, I wear it all the time, because I like the way it's cut. Not bowing down to the fashion gods is soo refreshing...

[LeftPeopleFinishFirst]

54. TJ Maxx is cool

I bought a European shirt from the line of clothing "Twiggy" started making when she retired from modeling there. It was originally something like 48 Euros, but I got it for 7.99.

The deals you can get are great...

[chiburb]

46. Eddie Bauer & Land's End, both online... n/t

[liontamer]

47. a lot of places

express, wet seal. a lot of little boutiques in downtown manhattan or in san francisco. Thrift stores too, but only san fran ones. Manhattan ones are generally overpriced and crappy.

[LeftPeopleFinishFirst]

55. Chelsea district thrift stores are WAY overpriced...

Advice to everyone- never go thrifting in NYC, you're better off buying brand new clothes!

[LeftPeopleFinishFirst]

51. Ok...

Urban Outfitters when I can get to one.

Also Salvation Army, Goodwill, TJ Maxx, Zumiez, Pacsun, Maurice's, H&M, and occasionally Old Navy.

I can't stand AE, Abercrombie, Hollister, Banana Republic... the clothes are SO expensive there.

[Magrittes Pipe]

53. At the Farm & Fleet.

[Red State Rebel]

56. EBay, QVC, HSN

I have no aversion to buying resale clothing. You can get designer names and quality on EBay for a fraction of the price. With their search, you can narrow the field down to your size and even favorite designer. If I need something dressy that is the first place I check.

QVC and HSN I watch for bargains on things I like on these channels mainly because I know I can get my size.

I go to a mall maybe twice a year.

[Lavender Brown]

57. H&M, Target, Jcrew for work when I can afford it

and lots of random shops in Manhattan and Brooklyn.

[liontamer]

59. I can't believe I forget H&M

another excellent store

[Ivan Sputnik]

60. Factory reject store

I get most of my clothes from a store in my neighborhood that sells factory rejects and overstocks at ridiculously low prices. You sometimes have to dig through some tacky stuff to find the quality items, but I have purchased great (all cotton) casual shirts for $5 and pants I can wear to work for $7. They practically give away things like underwear and socks. You would never know that some of them are factory rejects without very close examination -- often a single stitch is slightly crooked. Anything I can't find there I usually order from a catalog.

[Chovexani]

61. No offense but

:puke:

:) I go wherever black clothes are cheap. But I end up sewing most of mine because the stuff I like is always fiendishly expensive (dressing weird costs money).

[noonwitch]

62. Nordstrom, The Avenue and Target

It depends on what I'm looking for.

[UpsideDownFlag]

64. i make my own, out of hemp grown in my backyard.

heh.

[LTR]

65. Target, Kohls, Burlington, Marshalls, TJ Maxx

I was a Marshall Field kind of guy when I was young and materialistic and wearing Polo and Guess. Now I just don't see the point. Way too expensive, and the value is not there.

It's pretty easy to find the good name brand stuff at Burlington, Marshalls, TJ Maxx, etc. Kohls has some good private label clothes and are always running big sales. And Target for the basic stuff (t-shirts, socks, and they have some pretty good quality carpenters' jeans and khakis).

I've tried Wal-Mart, but their clothes are terrible. The only things worth anything there are socks and boxers.

[skippysmom]

66. I'm such a mall person

My favorite places for clothes are NY and Co and Ann Taylor. Unfortunately, the latter is far too expensive most of the time, but they can have good sales.

I also buy most other things from Macy's and Filene's, as they have great sales especially if you use one of their ubiquitous coupons.

At 32, I finally concluded that the Gap and all those types of places are far too young for me. But I do hit Old Navy for cheap t-shirts, tank tops, etc.