3 SECRETS to Save Money While Shopping

Over the years I have developed relationships with personal shoppers, department store clerks and have witnessed my clients save money. I’m committed to getting my clients the best service and deals! Here are a few easy and secret pointers:

1.HANG ONTO YOUR RECEIPTS

My girlfriends and I have no shame when it comes to saving money. For example, my girlfriend went to Urban Outfitters and bought 4 pairs of pants and a few other items. A week later she went back to return a top. She noticed that the pants she bought were now 40% off. She was refunded the difference of $60.00. Now $60.oo may not be a lot, but hello that money could of been donated, used to buy another outfit or to take out a friend for lunch. If you shop a lot that money can definitely add up.

2. SHOP ON THURSDAY NIGHTS

If there is a big sale being advertised for a department’s store weekend sale it most likely will start on Thursday night. Beat the crowds and get the best selection of the merchandise on sale….and smile!

Client Pam and Rayne Parvis, personal stylist posing with a rack full of purchases at Macy's in Sherman Oaks, CA.
Client Pam and Rayne Parvis, personal stylist posing with a rack full of purchases at Macy’s in Sherman Oaks, CA.

 

3. DEVELOP A RELATIONSHIP WITH A IN-STORE PERSONAL SHOPPER

Many Bloomingdale’s. Nordstrom’s and Macy’s have a designated offices for studio services and customers who shop frequently, usually spending a generous amount. The shoppers can let you know of deals, events(LIKE THE ONE BELOW), pull items for you to save you time shopping and can give you special discounts with “secret” promo-codes. I took my client shopping at Bloomingdale’s and she received $150.00 in Reward Cards because she had reached 5000 points….and she didn’t even have to use her Bloomingdale’s card.

After purchasing a great suit with me at Macy’s. Amby, the suit specialist, texted my client months later to let him know that the suits he liked were going on sale again. My client bought two more suits and had them shipped to his house. He didn’t even have to go into the store!

Amby, the men's personal shopper, my client from Switzerland and I after a awesome day of picking out outfits for her upcoming Hawaii trip!
Amby, the men’s personal shopper, from Macy;’s, Rayne’s client from Switzerland and Rayne Parvis after a awesome day of shopping.

NOTE: Macy’s will most likely ask you to charge it on the card to receive the discount. If you’re one of those people who gets annoyed with having to use the specific card, make sure to bring cash so you can make a payment right after you make a purchase with your card. Yay, to reaping the benefits without having to pay interest!

PS. JOIN ME AT MACY’S SHERMAN OAKS FASHION SQUARE EVENT:

SNACKS, SAVE 25% & a MEET AND GREET  me!UGTSbookcover

14000 Riverside Drive, Westfield Fashion Square, Sherman Oaks, CA 91423-1918
(818) 788-8350

Wed 4/22 from 10am -6:30pm

Each of the personal shoppers Amby, in the men’s dept., Malika and Sharon in the women’s dept. will be doing:

  • 25% off pre-sale on all clothes , handbags, jewelry, sunglasses and house wares.
  • a free gift with purchase
  • provide refreshments in their offices
  • Meet and greet with me from 12:30- 2:30!
  • BONUS: A free autograph copy of Ulitmate Guide to Style:From Drab to Fab will also be given away to anyone who spends over $500.

PPS. This isn’t a publicly advertised event so make sure to say I sent you! Hope to see you there!

Malika and Rayne
Macy’s By Appointment manager, Malika and personal stylist, Rayne Parvis after a full day of serving clients at Sherman Oaks Fashion Square.

*Style by Rayne and Ultimate Guide to Style: From Drab to Fab! is not endorsed by Macy’s.

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