When we see Hollister, Abercrombie, American Eagle, H&M, and Forever21, we think fashion. That’s how we’re supposed to dress right? We should spend $ 49.99 on a pair of jeans right? WRONG. It’s time to face the facts people. We are in a long-term recession, our economy is spiraling out of control, and your parent’s wallets are not as full as they used to be. We, as high-school students, should be able to dress the way we want to dress and still have money left over for a McDonalds and Chick-fil-a run, so let’s do something about it! This past Thursday, I travelled to a few stores and found a fashionably cheap outfit for half the cost of a major department store. I feel confident enough that when you go back-to-school shopping, or you just need to pick something fabulous out for a special occasion, you will see fantastic money-saving results, while still looking as hot as you feel inside!

 Tj-Maxx

Pacsun “the bull-head” laguna dark wash denim jeans- $13

New York&Company cream colored lace top- $5.99

Pink fashion scarf- $5.99

Total Cost- $24.98

American Eagle

AE dark wash denim trouser- $49.50

AE fashion scarf- $24.50

AE pink striped v-neck tee- $24.50

Total Cost-$98.50

Total savings- $73.52- almost a 75% savings

Daily Deals at the Harford Mall

Old Navy- buy 1, get 75% off on ALL mix-and- match items

Pacsun- Buy 3 tops get 1 top free

Charlotte Russe- Selection of $15 tops, buy 1 pair of shoes, get another pair (of equal or lesser value) for $15.50

HCO- 50% off redlines