How to find Designer-Clothes-For-Less

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I love designer clothing. I also like name brand clothing.

There are many places to start your search for affordable designer and name brand clothing that is fun and fashionable.

Some places to look are online sites, some are located in certain cities, and other places might be in your hometown.

Let me know what other places you have found that offer designer clothing for less, and I will add it here.

This neat photo is from Natalia Photos on Flickr.

Designer clothing is fun, original, and beautiful.

I like it!

You can find designer clothes for a lot less than retail.

I am on a budget, but I have found some terrific designer clothing online, and also at thrift stores, consignment shops, and even on Ebay.

Here are my NEWEST online store finds.

I will be adding more soon.

The first link features beautiful dresses at bargain prices. They look like designer clothes!

The second link is all about REAL fashion finds. You will find name brands here, as well as totally cool accessories and more. They have both new AND vintage/used stylish buys. A kind visitor sent me the link.

The last link (11-2011) is a new online store that looks SO fun. They have great deals on very fashionable clothes here. I can't wait to explore more.
The Kiyonna site
This site says it has plus-size clothing, but it also has clothing for anybody size 10 and above. I have featured here a lace dress that I like. Please explore this site and let me know what you think in the comments. AND suggest others for me too. I look forward to seeing your suggestions.
The Shopaholics Recycle Online Shop
Two very fashion-savvy friends run this site. The find their really cute clothing, purses, scarves, boots, shoes, dresses, and more from outlets they have learned about in the fashion trade. Neat!
Peppermint Park
This site has "high-end" bargains on all kinds of fashions, from boots to Skin and Beauty, plus (of course) all kinds of clothing too.

The Bluefly site also sells brand new items.

They have loads of sales and discounts, too.

I have not bought from this site, so if you like it, let me know and I will add it to this area. Thanks!
The Bluefly site
The Bluefly site calls itself "the ultimate hook-up for the fashion obsessed." It features not only clothing, but also handbags, men's clothing, and shoes.
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Gently used or vintage designer clothes can be a big bargain too.

Some items for sale online can be new - - and never worn.

Someone is shopping for a vintage designer outfit at a consignment shop.You can find these items at local consignment shops, and also at some online shops too. They can be modern OR vintage. Both can be very much in fashion today. Even movie stars wear vintage designer clothing nowadays.

Shopping online can be fun AND save you money.

You can shop at many different kinds of stores.

A sailing woman is shopping online

Often you can find deep discounts when somebody is selling their designer clothes. Stores also offer sales and more.

Here are some designer clothes on Ebay right now.

Always make sure to check each seller's reputation before bidding.

You can find some great buys here.
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And here are some more stores onine that have great sales and discounts!

The Denver Repeat Boutique
They are retooling their site right now
The Tra Tutti online consignment shop
Another designer consignment store - Tra Tutti. I see mostly smaller sizes, but you never know. Their "shop by size" feature is not yet working. 90% of their clothes are new with tags.
1499 Fashions online consignment store
This site boasts of saving buyers 50 to 70 percent off regular prices of designer clothing.
Consignment Chic
This site lets you shop online or find a store. The dresses online go to a size large. They are in the process of adding more items.
My Sister's Closet
I love these stores. They are located only in Arizona though, but in many locations.
Debenhams Online site
This is a great site that is based overseas. They do ship to the U.S., though, and have many great designer fashions to pick from. You can order online and get delivery to the US for 10 British pounds, and in 7-10 days. There are some very cute fashion here.
Top Shop
There are some VERY cute clothes at TopShop. It is also based in the UK but ships to the U.S.

Another possibility... a buying club

Beyond the Rack offers a substantial discount on clothing. You must request a membership or be invited. I am curious as to what they carry. Whoever joins, can you send me a thumbs up or a thumbs down on them? Thanks.
Beyond the Rack
This private buying club advertises their great deals on quality clothing and more.

You can find great deals at sales - online or offline.

Fire sale!

This article explains more about this buying club, Beyond the Rack.

Some interesting facts from the article:

- it has over one million members
- it is based in Canada
- it sells designer brand apparel and lots more.

Also in this article are names of other selling clubs that are based in the U.S.
More about the buying club Beyond the Rack.
I would definitely read this article before joining. I am not a member, but it does look interesting.
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Designer clothes can make you look like a superstar.

Or at least feel like one!

A fashionable model.

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Let these great web articles help you find great clothing online.

How to pay less for designer clothes
This page says if you really look at places like yard sales, estate sales, benefit rummage sales, etc. you can find some great bargains.
How to buy designer vintage accessories
The perfect addition to your designer clothing.
Get Designer Duds at Discount Prices
This article gives some more ideas, like shopping at Target and Penney's for their new designer labels.

And here are some tips from other lensmasters on saving money on clothing.

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You could also go to New York City to find discount designer clothing.

Everyone knows this is a terrific place to shop and find bargains too.

New York City equals fashion!

Here is a great discount place in New York, Michaels.

Michael's Consignment Shop looks VERY interesting.

Michael's clothes MUST have a designer label. They split proceeds with the people who have their clothing there on consignment. It is located on the upper East side of New York City. It has great reviews, too. Just check out their "Talk of the Town" section.
Michael's Consignment Shop
This is a great place to find quality designer clothing for less.

Find even more New York Deals

Going places in New York in a taxicab.

Designer Duds for Less - - New York Magazine online gives a great list of stores

New York Magazine's article about shops that carry discount designer clothing
Designer Duds for Less - this is a great article telling you where to find great designer clothes for less in New York City.

And don't forget yard sales, thrift stores, and estate sales

You can find great deals on designer clothing there, too.

Looking around at a yard sale

Another idea: Can you sew? You might be able to make your own designer fashions.

Pattern companies keep up well with the latest trends.

Try sewing your own fashions!

Find out more about sewing your own clothes, and recycling the clothes you have!

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Even beginning sewers have access to trendy patterns.

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My favorite is REAL designer clothing, not fakes or counterfeits.

No counterfeits!

Use these links to help you avoid counterfeit fashion.

Avoid counterfeit products!
This site provides tips to avoid being rooked by people saying they are selling designer clothing and other goods, when really they are not.
The Mahalo site
How to tell a fake branded item.
The Consumer Reports Counterfeit page
Consumer Reports explains that counterfeit merchandise can be unsafe, and give your money to crime too.

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  • PauliusR Feb 13, 2012 @ 1:22 pm | delete
    Well organized lens, useful info, thumbs up :)
  • kathysart Feb 3, 2012 @ 3:52 pm | delete
    PS Angel blessed.
  • kathysart Feb 3, 2012 @ 3:51 pm | delete
    Very nice lens.. I am always a fan of deal! Yay!
  • Tipi Nov 5, 2011 @ 9:01 pm | delete
    Now all that's left is to start shopping! I'd say you have some expertise in this area and are now training others.
  • ForestBear Jun 29, 2011 @ 3:32 am | delete
    Great resource, thank you for sharing
  • Lisa-Marie-Mary Oct 23, 2010 @ 5:07 pm | delete
    Lots of great tips and resources here! I just love thrift shopping - I was invited to go today by some friends, but, I stayed home and Squidoo'd instead! LOL!!
  • JoanneOtt Oct 17, 2010 @ 9:56 pm | delete
    Great resources here. I've found quite a lot of nice clothes at thrift shops. I can see the advantage of shopping online as well.
  • JoyfulPamela Oct 17, 2010 @ 1:03 pm | delete
    Thank you for the helpful advice and money saving ideas. :)
  • howtocurecancer Oct 6, 2010 @ 3:22 am | delete
    I love it and all the links .thanks.
  • hlkljgk Sep 29, 2010 @ 6:34 pm | delete
    thanks for the tips and suggestions.
  • ohcaroline Sep 23, 2010 @ 10:23 pm | delete
    You've covered the designer clothes subject very well. Good job.
  • DessertLover Sep 21, 2010 @ 8:19 am | delete
    Wonderful lens here! Lots of good sites and information that I can use - I love 'window shopping' online so that is definitely helpful! Thanks for sharing :)
  • ajgodinho Sep 18, 2010 @ 10:51 am | delete
    Nicely done lens filled with information and resources to get designer clothes for less. I like most authentic designer clothes because of the good quality and uniqueness!
  • lizziebeth Sep 18, 2010 @ 11:02 am | delete
    Thank you so much. I love knowing what is in fashion too. Seeing designer clothes online is fun for me. And you are right about the good quality and uniqueness - - that is part of the fun of designer clothes for me, too.
  • Teddi14 Jul 31, 2010 @ 1:11 pm | delete
    Nice job. I found you searching #squidoo on Twitter. Please check out some of my lenses about saving money too. :-) http://www.squidoo.com/teddi
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