| Spring and summer are the time to stock up on | | | | wear and tear than your other clothes, so you |
| casual clothing to enjoy some time in the sun. | | | | should make sure they can hold up to the use. |
| Many items can be found on the sales racks, but | | | | - Fit - Don't buy just because it's a great price |
| should be purchased with a little caution. Before | | | | and is in your size. Try the piece on to make sure |
| you start shopping, there are a few things you | | | | it fits right. Many stores have no return policies on |
| should keep in mind. | | | | sale and clearance clothing items check the cut |
| - Damage - Often items find their way to the | | | | and size on your body. Not all size 10's are the |
| sales and clearance racks because they have | | | | size 10's you're used to. |
| damage. Look over the pieces of clothing carefully | | | | - A Good Deal - Is it really a good sales price? |
| for holes, rips, stains, or discoloration. While you | | | | Some stores mark up the retail price on their |
| want to get a good price for your clothing, you | | | | clothing just to be able to mark them down on |
| also want to get good clothing for that sales price. | | | | the sales rack. Make sure you know the value of |
| - Check Seams and Edges - Quality is as | | | | the pieces you are buying, and that they really |
| important as price when purchasing casual clothes. | | | | are a good deal. |
| These clothes often are going to get a lot more | | | | |