4 simple ways to save BIG at the outlets!

If you love to cool off in the summer while hunting for bargains at outlet stores, great news: Our shopping expert reveals the savvy tips that will help you score even better bargains...

- Gabrielle Licherman

Search out secret early bird outlet deals

Outlet stores can save you up to 65% compared to shopping at retail stores, thanks to discounts on overstock, merchandise from past seasons and returns. “Most outlets run holiday promotions, where you can score serious deals on your favorite brands, like an additional 50% off,” says outlet shopping pro Kelli Veliz of ThatOutletGirl.com. But finding out if the sale will be starting before the actual holiday can net even bigger savings, says Veliz. “Many outlets run their holiday promotions for the entire duration of their regular weekly sale cycles, which means holiday sales often start a few days in advance.” By showing up early, you’ll be able to skip the crowds and get first dibs at the best deals. Just give the store a call to find out the exact days holiday sales and promotions will begin!

Tip! 

Search ‘outlet’ at coupon sites like Valpak.com and RetailMeNot.com to get coupons that you can use when shopping at stores such as Loft Outlet and Vera Bradley