Fashion Savvy Consumer Buying

We highly recommend you stroll the aisles of your local department stores-like Dillards, Macy's, Lord & Taylor, Meier & Frank. Be selective according to size. Zero in on their sales for the most of the best in basics at reduced prices. Find your nearest national chain stores-like Chico's, Talbots, Ann Taylor, Casual Corner, Petite Sophisticate, and August Max, even Dress Barn-as well as independent local boutiques. Budget, sizing, and personal style will dictate which will work for you. Call us if you need direction. Yes, you can find some things at discount stores like TJ Maxx, Ross Dress For Less, Target, and once in awhile Walmart-but now be very selective. You're looking for the best quality on the rack at the price you can afford.

Don't overlook catalog and internet shopping options. Catalogs offer you armchair selection and fashion education at no cost. Consider getting our Fashion Catalog Directory, for sale in our Bookstore. We particularly like Talbot's, Pendleton, and Coldwater Creek catalogs for fashion forward classic and sporty clothes; Draper's & Damon and J. Marco for classic and creative design; Bloomingdales and Nordstrom catalogs for contemporary classics and trends; Chadwicks and Dress Barn for economy classics and trends; Saks and Neiman's, Peruvian Connection, and Gorsuch for pure style if budget is of no concern. There are others-The Tog Shop, Barrie Pace, J. Jill, Appleseed, Lew Magram, Maryland Square and more-each catering to different personal style types. Concerned about size? Order two or three sizes and send back what doesn't work. It's worth finding even one of what you need that wasn't available in local stores. Conselle's Fashion Catalog Directory available in the Bookstore lets you in on what catalogs cater to what size range, price range, personal style range, and occasion. With options, you can find what you need and have fun with fashion!