Thursday, June 30, 2011

The Discount Store Debate.

If you frequent this blog then you know that S and I are big ROSS/TJMaxx/Discount Store connoisseurs. If you don't frequent this blog, well, then, you should so you can know this too. We LOVE deals so we love ROSS. Yes, you have to assume the role of an archaeologist when you enter the doors since it does require a lot of digging, but the reward can be huge.

However, the fact that some people don't love discount stores like ROSS is not lost on me. There are times when there are more rhinestone studded jeans hanging in there then you'd find at a rodeo, and crappy/weird clothes abound. But there are times when the heavens open and there are some straight-up gems. Today we have examples of both, from a singular ROSS excursion S and I went on a few days ago.

Exhibit A: Unfortunate.

I don't even know how to categorize these. They are jeans at the top, then turn to leg warmers at the bottom. I know there is some joke here, possibly involving Olivia Newton-John and the video for "Let's get Physical", but I can't. I just can't.


It is these types of weird hybrid jeans/legwarmer things that give discount stores a bad name, leading you to believe you can only find cute clothes at full price. It is not true though, friends. Not true.


Enter, exhibit B: Holy cuteness:


I found these Steve Madden beauties the same day as the monstrosity pictured above for $14.99. You see? At ROSS freaky legwarmer jeans and adorable floral wedges can co-exist, and it's a beautiful thing. Now, my point is: Stop being afraid of your local discount store. The savings are big if you have the patience. I recommend bringing a friend to make the digging fun. And maybe a snack. You might get hungry.


Here is how I wore my new precious ROSS find yesterday:

Top: Charlotte Russe 9.99, Skirt: H&M 14.99, Shoes: ROSS 14.99




And if you are still skeptical, S and I are available for hire as your discount store guides. We are very affordable and accept payment in the form of shoes or Dairy Queen gift cards. Extra charges may be incurred if you want compliments in the dressing room. Give us a call.

oxox/ W.


PS...Stay tuned for a faaabulous giveaway coming this afternoon!
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19 comments:

  1. holy cuteness is right! those shoes are incredible!!!!

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  2. I totally agree, I love discount stores! Those wedges are a perfect example of the great items you can find if you look hard enough! BTW, I'm still LOL about the pants/legwarmers!

    Lidi @ Eclectic Flair

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  3. these shoes are super cute!!love it
    http://sienastyle.blogspot.com/

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  4. i have always been, and will forever be a ROSS fan. i have found several of my favorite pairs of shoes (and dresses) there! yes, it is a crap shoot, but when you score it makes it all worth it!

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  5. OH my goodness. Those pants are hilarious. And those shoes are FABULOUS.

    Ask the Duplex

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  6. Oh, I ABSOLUTELY LOVE ROSS AND TJMAXX! Yes, monstrosities abound in both but if you have a tad of good taste and plenty of spare time, the gems you can find feel even more valuable! I've bought my Nine West purses and my Steve Madden shoes there. None of which exceeded the 20 dollars because I simply couldn't pay more than 20 dollars for a purse!

    I love the sandals and I totally know what you're talking about. Also, don't bring kids/husbands because they get bored out of their minds and start nagging. Whoops.

    xoxo

    Ana Paula - Pretty in Polka Dots

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  7. You guys make me laugh. In a good way!
    Yeah, I used to be pretty skeptical of clothes that are in Ross are TJMaxx, but from your blog, I've learned that there can be great clothes there!
    Those pants...there are no words. Maybe someone had part of jeans and part of another pair of pants and sewed them together?

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  8. Ross OR TJMaxx, is what I meant. I really need to re-read my comments!

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  9. love the wedges. seriously such a steal

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  10. Wait... the combo jean things... they're for wearing under boots, right? For people with bigger calves who can't get into conventional skinny jeans?

    That has to be it. I can't imagine anyone would rock those with flats.

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  12. Okay I laughed out loud over the jean warmers and then squealed about the shoes. Amazingness. I heart Ross and hope there is one near by our new place!

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  13. bah!! cute shoes! Those are the kind of shoes that you can't help but smile when you are wearing them. "Anti-Bad Day Shoes" :-)

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  14. Super cute! Love your whole outfit! Thanks for linking up to this week's Catch a Glimpse party.

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  15. I love this post! You do have a really good point, that if you dig and dig, you might find a wonderful gem. And those shoes are definitely a steal!

    Kelly
    Enterkelly.blogspot.com

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  16. Cute shoe


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  17. Those legwarmer jeans could be the ugliest piece of clothing ever created... but I agree, you gotta dig! I too find the odd mixed in with the fab. Great post :)

    xo Teresa
    www.teresalifeandstyle.blogspot.com
    Check out my blog for 20% off at Swagger clothing.

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  18. How stinkin cute are you guys! oh my heck I am in love with your blog. BTW love the pants haha if only I could pull those babies off. Thanks for all the tips. I found you through the House of Hepworths linky party and just had to stop by. I am your newest follower and cant wait to check more of your blog out. Come and visit me and say hi and please follow back :)

    A mommy's life...with a touch of YELLOW
    tyandwhitneyulrich.blogspot.com

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  19. alright. that's it. lets go shopping together. i have quite the inability to find gems like you do.

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