[Win a $250 giftcard] What are your favorite stores for bargain shopping?

Will · 08-15-2008, 02:15 PM

This is one of the official Marshalls $250 giveaway threads.

Marshalls is giving away a $250 gift card to a randomly selected Wise Bread reader in this thread. This is part of their promotion to raise awareness for the new Cube and Megashoe sections in their stores.

How to participate

Just post a comment in this thread. You must be a US resident and be 18 or over. We'll randomly pick a winner from this thread on 9/15/08.

The topic

Tell us what are your favorite stores for bargain shopping (online stores count too). You can just list the store names or you can also tell us why you like those particular stores.

The other two contest threads

This topic not your cup of tea? Try out these other two threads which are also giving away $250 gift cards. You can enter all three threads, but you can only win once.

mydebtquest · 08-15-2008, 03:25 PM

Let me preface this comment with a quick acknowledgement: I realize I am undermining the US economy by shopping at Big Box stores. I shop local businesses whenever possible, but for "everyday items," I favor box stores for their competitive pricing and the ability to one-stop-shop.

I have a tendency every few weeks to take a stroll through several bargain stores to see what deep-discounts they might have that meet my current "needs" list. I like Marshalls, Big Lots, and Ocean State Job Lots, all of whom often have Brand Name merchandise for a fraction of the usual cost. I have found discounts as much as 90% from the retail pricing for items marked "slightly irregular," though I have yet to see any irregularities in anything I've purchased. The only caveat with browsing the stores regularly is that I have to be careful not to buy stuff that I don't need just because of the discount.

Once I've hit the discount stores, I usually move on to Walmart, the evil empire that undermines the local economy and drains the American Value system, that happens to have mastered the concepts of capitalism and established a profitable business model.

kris10pierce · 08-15-2008, 03:31 PM

I have a Marshalls near my house, so it is the most convenient. But I will head to the Off 5th, Nordstrom Rack or Loehmans if I can, they have some great deals

gspencer · 08-15-2008, 04:13 PM

Where I live we have limited store choices, unless you want to drive 20 minutes (which sort of defeats the point of getting a bargain), so I would have to say our local thrift stores is the best place to get a bargain. This is especially true for baby and kid gear, clothing and bedding. Beyond that there is a Super Walmart that has great value for your dollar, brand name or store brand.

Yet I agree with mydebtquest, from previous experience, great deals can be found at Marshalls (which seems to have nicer quality and cleaner stores than Ross), Big Lots and even the 99cent store.

Siobbhan · 08-15-2008, 04:20 PM

TJ Maxx is my go to store for bargains. I always find a great deal in shoes or purses, or both.

KateH · 08-15-2008, 04:22 PM

I have to agree with the thrift shop idea. There are several good to great ones in my area, benefiting various worthy causes. I love the sense of adventure in thrift stores. You really never know what you might find.

TippyToeDiet · 08-15-2008, 04:33 PM

Marshall's, Target, and my local thrift store are the best in my area for bargain shopping.

j9drost · 08-15-2008, 04:41 PM

my favorite bargain shopping stores are old navy, DSW, target, marshall's, ross, tj maxx, and homegoods.

kav122 · 08-15-2008, 04:44 PM

I shop at Marshall's, TJMaxx, Savers and other thrift stores, Nordstrom Rack, Target and Newport News. I like all of them for their good deals, yet quality products. Mostly the deals though

alaithea · 08-15-2008, 04:53 PM

As far as chain stores, I like Marshall's, Ross and Nordstrom Rack. If we had a Loehmann's in Portland, I'd be there, too. I like DSW for shoes, and for local shopping, I go to thrift stores and consignment shops. My local Goodwill is pretty awesome -- it's surprisingly organized for a thrift store, and all the racks are arranged by color.

08-15-2008, 02:15 PM	#1
Will Administrator Join Date: Jan 2007 Posts: 343 Reputation: (19)	[Win a $250 giftcard] What are your favorite stores for bargain shopping? This is one of the official Marshalls $250 giveaway threads. Marshalls is giving away a $250 gift card to a randomly selected Wise Bread reader in this thread. This is part of their promotion to raise awareness for the new Cube and Megashoe sections in their stores. How to participate Just post a comment in this thread. You must be a US resident and be 18 or over. We'll randomly pick a winner from this thread on 9/15/08. The topic Tell us what are your favorite stores for bargain shopping (online stores count too). You can just list the store names or you can also tell us why you like those particular stores. The other two contest threads This topic not your cup of tea? Try out these other two threads which are also giving away $250 gift cards. You can enter all three threads, but you can only win once. What are the best buys at bargain stores like Marshalls/TJ Maxx? What is your favorite piece of clothing (shirt, shoes, earrings, etc)? Last edited by Will; 08-15-2008 at 02:34 PM.

08-15-2008, 03:25 PM	#2
mydebtquest Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Clifton Park, NY Posts: 23 Reputation: (10)	Marshalls, Big Lots, Ocean State Job Lots, then Big Box Stores. Let me preface this comment with a quick acknowledgement: I realize I am undermining the US economy by shopping at Big Box stores. I shop local businesses whenever possible, but for "everyday items," I favor box stores for their competitive pricing and the ability to one-stop-shop. I have a tendency every few weeks to take a stroll through several bargain stores to see what deep-discounts they might have that meet my current "needs" list. I like Marshalls, Big Lots, and Ocean State Job Lots, all of whom often have Brand Name merchandise for a fraction of the usual cost. I have found discounts as much as 90% from the retail pricing for items marked "slightly irregular," though I have yet to see any irregularities in anything I've purchased. The only caveat with browsing the stores regularly is that I have to be careful not to buy stuff that I don't need just because of the discount. Once I've hit the discount stores, I usually move on to Walmart, the evil empire that undermines the local economy and drains the American Value system, that happens to have mastered the concepts of capitalism and established a profitable business model.

08-15-2008, 04:20 PM	#5
Siobbhan Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 1 Reputation: (10)	Definitely TJ Maxx TJ Maxx is my go to store for bargains. I always find a great deal in shoes or purses, or both.

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08-15-2008, 03:31 PM	#3
kris10pierce Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 5 Reputation: (10)	I have a Marshalls near my house, so it is the most convenient. But I will head to the Off 5th, Nordstrom Rack or Loehmans if I can, they have some great deals

08-15-2008, 04:13 PM	#4
gspencer Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: California Posts: 6 Reputation: (10)	Where I live we have limited store choices, unless you want to drive 20 minutes (which sort of defeats the point of getting a bargain), so I would have to say our local thrift stores is the best place to get a bargain. This is especially true for baby and kid gear, clothing and bedding. Beyond that there is a Super Walmart that has great value for your dollar, brand name or store brand. Yet I agree with mydebtquest, from previous experience, great deals can be found at Marshalls (which seems to have nicer quality and cleaner stores than Ross), Big Lots and even the 99cent store.

08-15-2008, 04:22 PM	#6
KateH Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 3 Reputation: (10)	I have to agree with the thrift shop idea. There are several good to great ones in my area, benefiting various worthy causes. I love the sense of adventure in thrift stores. You really never know what you might find.

08-15-2008, 04:33 PM	#7
TippyToeDiet Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 2 Reputation: (10)	Marshall's, Target, and my local thrift store are the best in my area for bargain shopping.

08-15-2008, 04:41 PM	#8
j9drost Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 3 Reputation: (10)	my favorite bargain shopping stores are old navy, DSW, target, marshall's, ross, tj maxx, and homegoods.

08-15-2008, 04:44 PM	#9
kav122 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Minneapolis, MN Posts: 510 Reputation: (238)	I shop at Marshall's, TJMaxx, Savers and other thrift stores, Nordstrom Rack, Target and Newport News. I like all of them for their good deals, yet quality products. Mostly the deals though

08-15-2008, 04:53 PM	#10
alaithea Junior Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 3 Reputation: (10)	As far as chain stores, I like Marshall's, Ross and Nordstrom Rack. If we had a Loehmann's in Portland, I'd be there, too. I like DSW for shoes, and for local shopping, I go to thrift stores and consignment shops. My local Goodwill is pretty awesome -- it's surprisingly organized for a thrift store, and all the racks are arranged by color.