i'm always surprised when people are shocked to hear where i shop and the cost. the reaction is always, "really?!?" and "it's so hard to find stuff when there's so much stuff in the store".

i will be the first to admit i love fashion. but i'm also cheap. it's genetic...my mom and my sister are both bargain shoppers too. (sidebar: i will admit i love designer purses. that is where i tend to spend my $$. but even with that, i prefer outlet stores to neimans, saks, or boutiques.) my general feeling is that with a little leg work (or googling) and some patients, you will always find a better deal then just walking into a top name brand store or online store (i know, instant gratification is nice, but i think having money in my bank account and knowing i spent a heck of a lot less is worth more.) also knowing what you are paying for and if it is worth the price will go a long way. two of my favorite places to find a good deal is forever 21 and target. and what i discovered today even shocked me. Look at the two bracelets below: