Winter Bargain Shopping

Between post-holiday shopping and the overall state of the economy right now, most people, especially teens, can’t afford to do all of our shopping at Nordstrom and other expensive department stores.

Fortunately, the end of January is the best time to shop the end of winter sales for great buys!

Below are several stores in the Greater Seattle Area ranging in price points that are currently having sales or regularly sell for bargain prices.

Aritzia- Women’s clothing store in Bellevue Square with higher end clothing, but their winter sale features top designers such as Seven for all Mankind, Marc by Marc Jacobs, and See by Chloe for 25-75% off.

Buffalo Exchange- Always a good place to find some new or used clothes for bargain deals, on University Way, clothing for men and women. 4530 University Way Northeast, Seattle, WA 98105; (206) 545-0175

Best-Kept Secret- in Bellevue offers brand-name clothing for women, men and children. Store hours: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Wednesdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays. 102 Bellevue Way N.E.; 425-637-0363.

Everyday Music- Extensive collection of used CDs and DVDs. 112 Broadway Ave. E. Seattle, WA 98102

H&M- You can always find low prices here, but the current winter sale features H&M’s trendy clothes for ridiculously low prices. Various locations including University Village and Downtown Seattle.

Also check out small boutiques around the Seattle area, most of them have sales around this time of year to get rid of their winter merchandise, so check it out and support local businesses!