Zannee’s Blog at BargainsLA.com

Most savvy bargain hunting fashionistas have well honed shopping “know how”. We have the ability to recognize great quality at a great price and then pounce on it. We know the difference between value and cheap.

We are using our skills to save money and get by with less in a weak economy.  We are clipping coupons, eating out less often, car pooling and simply put…. We are turning into recessionitsas.

In these woeful economic times, if you’re a fashionista you’re not outta luck. Even with limited financial resources you can look like a million for a whole lot less. First stop for recessionista chic deals… Culver City, CA

Two amazing off price fashion boutiques will keep you looking hot for 50%-80% less than you’d normally pay. 

At Last Chance Boutique you’ll find current, cutting edge, chic women’s apparel at 40%-85% below retail. A bonanza of top designer labels from L.A. and New York are here at often less than sample sale pricing.

In this boutique setting you’ll find designs from Ella Moss, Tracy Reese, Marc Jacobs, BCBG Maxazria, , Splendid, Seven jeans, True Religion, Emma Hope, Dolce & Gabbana, Blue Cult, Miu Miu, Free People, Christina Cord, Three Dot, Theory, Etro, Stella McCartney and others hot designers. Cute trendy tops, blouses, shoes, skirts, pants suits, coats, jacket, handbags and Wendy Glez lingerie line the racks causing some audible gasps.

Last Chance Boutique, 8712 Washington Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
310.287.2333 Open M-F 10-6, Saturday 10-5, Closed Sunday.
CC/ Cash
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Next stop, Zepherine boutique.

In this chic warehouse you’ll find a huge selection of cutting edge designs by Walter, Tibi, Rami Kashou, Vivienne Westwood, Vivienne Tam, Wyeth, Twinkle, Voom, Twelfth Street, Ulla Johnson, Shari Bodell, Tocca, Nicholas K, Paper Denim and Cloth, Mimi Turner, Rachell Pally, Mara Hoffman, Louis Verdag, Lily McNeal, Kenzo, Kelly Nishimoto, Desanka, Grey Ant, French Connection, Beth Rowley, Beautiful People and many more. They also have a terrific selection of shoes, handbags and accessories at the same drastically discounted pricing.

Zepherine, 9500B Jefferson Blvd., Culver City, CA 90232
310.287.0687 Open Thursday- Sunday, 11 am-6pm
Cash/ CC only
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Now even with these stores jaw-dropping prices, recessionitas may only be able to buy a few things.  Be choosey, look for wardrobe builders that fill a need and that will add style for many seasons. 

It may be time for to tighten our belts and buy fewer things.  But you still need to buy right by buying only “Quality product at a bargain price.”