Online Shopping

So I thought today I would share some online shopping tips.  Living overseas things are very limited and sure we could shop on the economy but it seems like things are so much more expensive.  So I mostly shop online.

• Read the reviews-The reviews are just someones opinion but a lot of people will talk about if its true to size, the quality, how it was packaged, etc. and that is important to know when shopping online

• Watch the prices - Amazon sends you notifications if the prices of something you have in your cart or wish list increases or decreases.  So sometimes when I am not sure I add it in there and then I will get email saying it decreased in price.  I just snagged some awesome new queen size sheets for 25.00.  

• Search for online promo codes-When I buy from American Eagle, Crazy 8, etc. I google "promo codes for _______" and search around.  I almost always find one.  Sometimes it is just for free shipping, other times its 20% off.  Either way it really helps.

• Be patient-  If it's not something you NEED right now be patient and watch for sales.  

A lot of stores will give you a discount when you sign up for their emails.  I don't mind doing that but if you don't like getting all that mail in your regular email, create a separate one for that.  I like it because I get notified of good deals going on.

Some of my favorite stores for online shopping include

Amazon
Maurices (right now its bogo 50% off jeans)
Crazy 8
American Eagle (great deals sometimes)
DSW
Kohls
Walmart

Mostly I uses Amazon and have found recently they have some decent clothing at good prices.  The other stores are just places I buy stuff occasionally.  Crazy 8 is WONDERFUL.  It's a lot like Gymboree but more affordable and I only really shop sale items unless I absolutely love something.  I received a 15% off and free shipping so I was able to get my 8 Year old 1 sweater, 1 plaid button up, 1 pullover hooded shirt and my daughter 2 cute fleece sweatpants, chambray dress, striped leggings, sunglasses, matching hairbow all for $96.00  and considering the original prices it was a great deal.

I will try to share more of these deals as I see them with my readers.  It really is worth it to buy ahead for seasons and get things in bulk when on sale.  I am not really good at coupons but on occasion I try to use them.

It's important not to be impulsive.  Its easier said than done but I have learned to be patient and wait for sales and it has saved us a lot of money.  I look up the item I want find the best price at the stores and then wait for a coupon or promo code to buy the item.