Deals worth the wait: Victoria's Secret's seductive sale
Filed under: Saving Money, Shopping
Some deals only come around once or twice a year, but offer savings that justify the wait. This post is part of our series on such 'don't miss' sales.
Would the men kindly avert their eyes for a moment? Or just focus closely on the model to the right. Thanks.
OK, ladies. Don't deny it. Victoria's Secret has us right where it wants us. A sexy-but-accessible brand name, it lures us with the one-two punch of retail: It is both practical AND frivolous. We all need new undies and bras from time to time. And we all want to wear pretty little lacy things under our clothes.
It's no wonder we all wait patiently for its vaunted semi-annual sale. Held each year in January and May, just as we're getting a little bored with the bras in the drawer, the store brings out its signature pink bins, and fills them with cute underthings at up to 70% off.
Quality lingerie is pricey, and Victoria's Secret is no bargain for its mid-range quality. All the more reason to shop the sales, during which underwear is $3.99 and bras are marked down to start at $12.99.
Watch for announcements and listen for buzz as the sale approaches. Keep in mind that they start almost a full month online before hitting the bricks & mortar store.
We now return to our regular posting. You can tune in again, men. Guys? Hello...
Reader Comments (Page 1 of 1)
3-21-2008 @ 9:32AM
Pat said...
Have been the first one at the door for the VS sale and the first one to the bins...NOTHING was marked the advertised highest off! Infact, the BIG sale items were marked down very little. Did I notify the store manager, yes, Did I notify the company, yes. Public trust and truth in advertising are high on my list. One time thing? I personally have not been back but, find out for yourself. What is the saying 'Fool me once shame on you. Fool me twice shame on me.'
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4-26-2008 @ 11:23AM
sherry said...
I agree with you, in part. Never knew about the sale days, but was lucky enough to wander in a few times and found beautiful things at VERY low prices. Couldn't believe my good luck. Manager was nice enough to direct me to several things that I might not have noticed. This old lady still likes to look nice.
6-24-2008 @ 3:10PM
Sara said...
I always buy my bras during the sale, the ones that normally cost $45 only cost me around $30. I just buy them online because all of the brands, colors and sizes are available where as in the store it is sometimes hard to find what you are looking for.
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5-11-2008 @ 7:00PM
bjt said...
This sale does not actually take place until the middle of june!!! Please get your facts straight.
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5-15-2008 @ 10:11PM
keesha said...
ok does anyone know when the semi annual in-store sale is? or the one online?
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5-15-2008 @ 6:53AM
mary ann said...
the one online starts today 5/15 and the brick and mortar store starts in june.