Shoppers can save up to 70% by shopping at a Dunelm outlet
SPLASHING your hard-earned cash on designer brands can be pricey, but there is a way to get your hands on expensive goods for less.
Heading to an outlet shopping centre is an easy way to do this.
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There are over 30 of these retail outlets across the UK, the biggest being Cheshire Oaks Designer Outlet in Ellesmere Port.
While high street stores offer limited sales, at an outlet there are typically deals and offers all year round.
You can expect to find discounted deals on items that could be excess or clearance stock from past seasons.
Some items may also be specifically made for the outlet shoppers.
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Brands like Dunelm and even M&S run these types of discount stores, let’s take a look at what you may be able to find on offer.
M&S
The beloved retailer has over 20 outlet stores across popular shopping centres in the UK.
That includes locations across Wembley, Swindon and Manchester.
It can be a great place to pick up discounts on its stylish furniture and clothing.
M&S outlet stores also host sales on items that are already cheaper than what you find in one of its regular high street stores.
For example, its branch at Dalton Park outlet shopping centre is currently running a 50% off sale on clothing.
Shoppers can pick up summer trousers and shorts for £15.
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You can find your nearest outlet by visiting www.marksandspencer.com.
Clarks
The popular shoe brand has a number of outlet stores across the UK, which can help you save on prices.
And better yet, the brand also has an online outlet store where you can shop discounts over the web.
Clarks is currently running an online offer where items are up to 60% off.
That includes a pair of children’s sandals, which are scanning for just £14 down from £24.
You can also shop a pair of women’s sandals for £55 down from £22.
Nike
Nike is a great place to pick up gym gear and trainers, but when you pay full price this can cost well over £100.
Luckily, the US brand has a number of outlet stores across the UK to help shoppers bag a bargain.
Currently, its branch in London’s 02 outlet shopping centre is running a 30% end of summer sale on items in store.
In the past, shoppers have also spotted Mid Runner 2 trainers for £38.46, Air Span IIs for £62.96 and Air Max Bliss kicks for 50% cheaper at £46.47.
Dunelm
The popular store has up to six outlet sites across the UK, including Bradford, Fenton and Rochdale.
Bargains that are considered “as new” are reduced by 30%, and items that are slightly damaged will be marked as 50% off.
And DIY fans who fancy an upcycling project can shop products that are up to 70% off.
Products on sale can be either goods that customers have returned that are still in good condition or they may be slightly damaged.
In the past, shoppers have managed to get their hands on a sofa for just £49.90 instead of £499 by shopping in one of these branches.
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Sign up to loyalty schemes of the brands that you regularly shop with.
Big names regularly offer discounts or special lower prices for members, among other perks.
Sales are when you can pick up a real steal.
Retailers usually have periodic promotions that tie into payday at the end of the month or Bank Holiday weekends, so keep a lookout and shop when these deals are on.
Sign up to mailing lists and you’ll also be first to know of special offers. It can be worth following retailers on social media too.
When buying online, always do a search for money off codes or vouchers that you can use vouchercodes.co.uk and myvouchercodes.co.uk are just two sites that round up promotions by retailer.
Scanner apps are useful to have on your phone. Trolley.co.uk app has a scanner that you can use to compare prices on branded items when out shopping.
Bargain hunters can also use B&M’s scanner in the app to find discounts in-store before staff have marked them out.
And always check if you can get cashback before paying which in effect means you’ll get some of your money back or a discount on the item.
