How Much Are You Willing To Spend In Discount Stores?
Last night, I went to Ross Dress for Less. I wasn’t going for anything particular as sometimes, I just like to browse to see what they have. Majority of my purchases are home decor and every once in a while I might find a top or dress…never handbags, and I mean never. Their selection as compared to say, TJ Maxx, is unparalleled. I found the Guess Metallic Hobo and contemplated purchasing it, but since I wasn’t really too crazy about the grommets/stones at the top, I decided to forgo the purchase. I was perfectly willing – or at least I thought I was – to spend the $70 because I typically spend more on handbags. Then that question that I always ask myself when I’m in a discount store popped in my mind: “Do I really want to pay that much…in here?”
Why is it that I see no problem with spending $70 – or more – at Belk or a boutique, but when in Ross or TJ Maxx I feel as if they’ve lost their minds because how dare they charge so much? What’s that all about exactly? My bff and I have had this conversation more than once and the only thing I could come up with is knowing that items are typically last season, defective or something and that’s why they end up in the discount chain.
What are your thoughts? Are you willing to spend the same amount regardless of where you are? I’m really interested in knowing your thoughts, so please be sure to comment.
Guess Metallic Hobo $69.99 / Ross
