I saved around $100 shopping at TJ Maxx.
I was looking around the local Maxx and I found three dresses that I really liked. I knew that three would break my budget but I wasn't prepared to try them on at the store so I thought I'd bring them home and decide which one (maybe two) I would keep.
One, a maxidress, was too small. I've never been a fan of maxis but they seem to be everywhere this summer so why not?
The second was a bit tight ~ it would zip but it didn't allow for a lot of arm motion and such.
Number three didn't look right.
I returned all three ~ $100 in the bank! AND I got in some shopping time.
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Thursday, August 18, 2011
Shopportunities!
First up: I'm not sure she wanted me to say anything but a few people have asked so I feel obligated to let y'all know that Penny wrote me. Nothing nasty has happened but if you want to send her good vibes, I think that would be A Good Thing. Penny, if you have anything to say you can drop me a note and I'll echo it, or write a comment and I'll make sure it's seen. You have friends in the community.
The Friday before the swap I had a short break after work and before the fair, so of course, I used it to look for new clothes. I wanted to find a dress (always) and was looking for a casual top to maybe wear to a meditation-oriented Meetup. I never made it. I worked late on Monday, and met Vanessa on Tuesday and that was it for my short bachelorette time.
I knew there were a lot of discount clothing stores less than two miles east of my office. I'd been there before, when seeing customers. I didn't remember exactly where everything was though.
If you stand in the middle of the main intersection there you'd see Walmart to the southeast, Kohl's to the southwest, a shopping centre to the northeast, and another to the northwest.
I went to the northwest, just because it was closest and would (hopefully) offer variety.
I was somewhat disappointed. The most familiar name was TJ Maxx, which I don't mind. I spent most of my time there. They have several nice dresses in stock right now. By 'nice' I mean they have at least short sleeves, hems above the knee, a nice fit, colours I like, and low prices. The one that was different enough from what I own and I really liked was available in 8, 10, and 14. Not a 12 in sight.
The casual tops were mostly shells and looked like they belonged in the girls department, instead of misses. No sale.
From there I went to Avenue. I saw a few things I liked, but nothing in my size. I asked a saleslady if I was in the 'women's' side of the store and she told me it was a plus-size store. The smallest item they carry is a 14. I didn't know that! I also didn't see shoes. I suspect if they have plus size clothes, they'd have plus size shoes.
I could see a Ross Dress For Less in the next shopping center, and I think they have a Marshalls' and a Dress Barn as well. I didn't want to keep my son waiting at the fair, however, so I couldn't investigate at the moment. I'll be back.
One other thing.... After I parked, I saw a tall black woman who looked good but moved... oddly. I followed her as she walked to her car, but only caught a glimpse of her from the front. She looked good, but moved awkwardly. I think she was one of us. She had a short dress and long hair, and she did look GOOD.
The Friday before the swap I had a short break after work and before the fair, so of course, I used it to look for new clothes. I wanted to find a dress (always) and was looking for a casual top to maybe wear to a meditation-oriented Meetup. I never made it. I worked late on Monday, and met Vanessa on Tuesday and that was it for my short bachelorette time.
I knew there were a lot of discount clothing stores less than two miles east of my office. I'd been there before, when seeing customers. I didn't remember exactly where everything was though.
If you stand in the middle of the main intersection there you'd see Walmart to the southeast, Kohl's to the southwest, a shopping centre to the northeast, and another to the northwest.
I went to the northwest, just because it was closest and would (hopefully) offer variety.
I was somewhat disappointed. The most familiar name was TJ Maxx, which I don't mind. I spent most of my time there. They have several nice dresses in stock right now. By 'nice' I mean they have at least short sleeves, hems above the knee, a nice fit, colours I like, and low prices. The one that was different enough from what I own and I really liked was available in 8, 10, and 14. Not a 12 in sight.
The casual tops were mostly shells and looked like they belonged in the girls department, instead of misses. No sale.
From there I went to Avenue. I saw a few things I liked, but nothing in my size. I asked a saleslady if I was in the 'women's' side of the store and she told me it was a plus-size store. The smallest item they carry is a 14. I didn't know that! I also didn't see shoes. I suspect if they have plus size clothes, they'd have plus size shoes.
I could see a Ross Dress For Less in the next shopping center, and I think they have a Marshalls' and a Dress Barn as well. I didn't want to keep my son waiting at the fair, however, so I couldn't investigate at the moment. I'll be back.
One other thing.... After I parked, I saw a tall black woman who looked good but moved... oddly. I followed her as she walked to her car, but only caught a glimpse of her from the front. She looked good, but moved awkwardly. I think she was one of us. She had a short dress and long hair, and she did look GOOD.
Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Short Term Planning
Next Tuesday, my wife goes into the local hospital for abdominal surgery. When I say local, I mean local: it's less than a mile from my front door. The surgery is not unusual or difficult, but, as the surgeon said "it's not a haircut, either."
This means I'll have a few hours at home, waiting for the call from the doctors telling me she's waking and I can come down.
Two upcoming blog-pertinent events: a clothing swap (the following Sunday) and my Richmond trip (three weeks later). I suspect I'll skip the swap; the next is in April, and the clothes will keep. If recovery is slow, Richmond will be postponed.
But time alone is rarely wasted, so I hope to spend Tuesday morning sorting through what I need for my trip. I'll put things such as bra and slip and hose and shoes and wig and makeup and nighties and pads in a box, ready to go. I'll make a list of items such as panties and dresses that I can't pack yet so I'm ready to go. I'll try out my new shoes. Dressing time is out ~ I want to be ready to get to hospital quickly. I will organise everything so I can change on-the-road, if possible. An anonymous friend left a comment suggesting two possible malls where I can change. I'll see if I can find out if they have "family" restrooms.
Near my office are a TJ Maxx and a Marshalls and a Payless. I think I'm good for shoes right now, after last week's purchase. Similar shops are near my Maryland customer, and I'll be there tomorrow.
My goal is to do a bit of clothes shopping ~ I only buy clothes for special occasions, and if Meg will be traveling, well, that's a special occasion, right? If I can arrange it, I'll go to the local shops this afternoon or Friday after work. Or I'll go to the shops in Maryland tomorrow. That's iffier ~ the most predictable thing about Washington area traffic is "there will be lots." Google a route in this area and it will say "15 minutes. With traffic: a week or two." I don't mind traffic occasionally. My mantra is "I'm not doing this every day. The people around me are." I would, however, prefer to avoid it.
If I find a new outfit, I can at least try it on next Tuesday and know if it's travel ready.
I'll keep assuming all will go as scheduled, and I'll have some new stories and pictures in a month or so!
This means I'll have a few hours at home, waiting for the call from the doctors telling me she's waking and I can come down.
Two upcoming blog-pertinent events: a clothing swap (the following Sunday) and my Richmond trip (three weeks later). I suspect I'll skip the swap; the next is in April, and the clothes will keep. If recovery is slow, Richmond will be postponed.
But time alone is rarely wasted, so I hope to spend Tuesday morning sorting through what I need for my trip. I'll put things such as bra and slip and hose and shoes and wig and makeup and nighties and pads in a box, ready to go. I'll make a list of items such as panties and dresses that I can't pack yet so I'm ready to go. I'll try out my new shoes. Dressing time is out ~ I want to be ready to get to hospital quickly. I will organise everything so I can change on-the-road, if possible. An anonymous friend left a comment suggesting two possible malls where I can change. I'll see if I can find out if they have "family" restrooms.
Near my office are a TJ Maxx and a Marshalls and a Payless. I think I'm good for shoes right now, after last week's purchase. Similar shops are near my Maryland customer, and I'll be there tomorrow.
My goal is to do a bit of clothes shopping ~ I only buy clothes for special occasions, and if Meg will be traveling, well, that's a special occasion, right? If I can arrange it, I'll go to the local shops this afternoon or Friday after work. Or I'll go to the shops in Maryland tomorrow. That's iffier ~ the most predictable thing about Washington area traffic is "there will be lots." Google a route in this area and it will say "15 minutes. With traffic: a week or two." I don't mind traffic occasionally. My mantra is "I'm not doing this every day. The people around me are." I would, however, prefer to avoid it.
If I find a new outfit, I can at least try it on next Tuesday and know if it's travel ready.
I'll keep assuming all will go as scheduled, and I'll have some new stories and pictures in a month or so!
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