Forever 21 Sunglasses

I lose sunglasses. Like crazy. And the ones I don't lose, I break. I was going to brag and say I've had this one pair of sunglasses for 3 months now...but I broke them today. If you have my kind of luck, you probably don't want to invest $20 or more for a pair of shades! I usually opt for cheap sunglasses and buy several pairs.

A great option I've found (besides Dollar Tree) is Forever 21! They have super cute glasses for under $6.  LOVE IT!

Forever 21 Women's F4608 Aviator Sunglasses: Teal: One Size

These are only $1.80! I love the color - so summer - and the aviator style looks good on just about everyone!

Forever 21 Women's F0039 Butterfly Sunglasses: Black: One Size

$3.50 - Basic, black sunglasses. The frames are stylish and make the look a little less boring.

Forever 21 Women's F7475 Sunglasses: Black/Peach: One Size 

$5.80 and super cute! So catty. :) Fierce!

Forever 21 Women's F2079 Sunglasses: Black/Brown: One Size

$5.80 - These have a cool shape. They're black/brown - go with any outfit. 

These are just a few options! They have many, many more on their website and in stores. :)

I Love Dollar Tree

Dollar Tree is a great creation. Everything is a dollar! No price checking. No $1.19 items. No. It's all a dollar! (Except the baking soda and a few canned goods and candy bars...those are less.)

Yesterday I came across a 4-pack of iced coffee mix. Directions said "mix with water". Hmm...4 iced cups of coffee for a dollar? I wasn't so sure. I love Dollar Tree, but I doubt their quality at times. I thought, "Hey, it's just a dollar! What do I have to lose? And maybe I'll hit the iced coffee jackpot..." So I made my purchase and this morning I tried it. IT WAS DELICIOUS. No, not kidding. I mixed mine with ice and water and it tasted amazing. (The picture to the right is actual coffee I bought.) Buy this stuff. Seriously. Take chances. :)

That's right - only 25 cents for an amazing cup of iced coffee.  So what else does Dollar Tree offer, you may ask?

TONS!

Dish soap is a great buy. You can get Palmolive or Ajax for a dollar (just skip over that nasty Sun stuff). Lately they have had different size bottles so be sure to examine the sizes to get the best deal.

Toothpaste - name brand! Be sure to examine the sizes once again.

Always check the deodorant and shampoo/conditioner isle. I have found name brand products there before. I stocked up on Dove deodorant and Loreal conditioner a few months ago.

They have huge bags of french fries in the freezer section! They taste great (after all, it's just frozen potatoes! Don't buy name brand).

Coloring books for the kids. Can't seem to find any coloring books anywhere else for less!

And....sunglasses. Yes, for real. If you're anything like me and break or lose sunglasses like crazy, Dollar Tree definitely has some fashionable options. Why invest $14.99 or more in a pair of sunglasses?  Silliness. They have men's, women's and children's sunglasses. They aren't the most durable, but I think they're a great buy.

GENERAL TIPS FOR SHOPPING AT DOLLAR TREE


- Always compare sizes.
- Know the general prices of the items you usually buy. Some items aren't cheaper....*cough cough* canned foods.
- Look around! There ARE name brands mixed in and Dollar Tree gets new products in all the time...but the name brand items go fast. Stock up if it's a good deal (AKA if you ever see Dove deodorant...stock up!)
- Check expiration dates.
- Inspect items before you buy!


I am in no way paid or compensated to endorse Dollar Tree. I just love them - it's true! 

Best Deals Located in the Back of Stores

How do I find such great deals on clothes? I go to the back!

Stores lure you in with elaborate window displays. The priciest things are up front. Wear your blinders! Don't even pay attention to the pink dress on display. Don't "look around" until you're safely in the sale section.

This tip will save you so much money and it takes little effort. Go to the mall. Search out the clearance signs in the back of the store (sometimes tucked away in a lovely corner). Don't be afraid! Search through the racks of clothes for your precious gem. A new dress awaits - marked down 30% or more! If your favorite store doesn't have clearance one week, they might next week! You have an excuse to go shopping now.

Rue21, Wet Seal and The Body Shop are three examples of mall stores in my area that you can find deals in. Explore your local mall and see what you can find.