Discounts & Deals: A Girls 2nd Best Friend

If you're finding it difficult to score great deals and bargains on plus size clothing, then look no further. Great deals are everywhere! Looking amazingly fabulous shouldn't have to cost a fortune, plus you don't have to lie to your landlord about missing this months rent. There are few ways to save huge through shopping online, catalogs and your at favorite shops. I suggest utilizing these tips on your next spree...just in time for spring!

- Look for a sale, clearance, or outlet section on the website of your fave retailer.  Occasionally, you can save up to 80% off original prices this way.  If your retailer is owned by a parent company, also check the website for a clearance or outlet section.

- Comparison shop for similar items at different websites.  If you plan to wear an item only a few times or for just the night out, perhaps you can purchase a similar but less expensive item.

- Always search to find a coupon code retailers may have.  Many websites actually track these coupon codes along with expiration dates to help shoppers save.  When placing an order online, be pro-active in locating the better deal. You may be able to find a code offering more. Don't settle until you feel its the best deal. If anything you want to least cover the cost of shipping.

- Go to the website of your favorite retailer and sign up to receive e-mail specials.  In addition, request a catalog if they have available. By signing up, you will receive notifications through e-mails and catalogs of any specials the retailer may be having.  Note that you should sign up only with retailers that really interest you or your mailbox may become crammed with excessive e-mails. Personally, set up email for this purpose. This alleviates all those unwanted offers from your primary address, plus it makes it easier to delete rather than filter through them.

- Buy clothing out-of-season or pre-season.  Many retailers will offer discounts on out-of-season items.

- Buy machine-washable clothes.  The cost of having to dry clean an item can be costly in the long run.  If you are not sure whether an item is machine-washable, be sure to ask the retailer before you buy.

- Visit local stores that carry plus size clothing and browse through their clearance racks.  Some local retailers try to quickly rid their racks of excessive inventory to make room for the latest fashion.

- Purchase items that coordinate well with what you already have in your wardrobe in terms of styling and color.

Using the above strategies will help you save on plus size clothing.  Dressing well should not have to be an expensive endeavor for any curvy goddess. Absolutely Fabulous!