Contents

3 A gentle introduction!!
Ten yeais in the making, you'll see how
we solveu the pioblem of finuing gieat
jeans. Finu out about shape anu why
women tiy on 14 paiis of jeans!

5 Making the most of your
shape
We askeu 6.S million women anu now
we shaie the seciets of why they
stiuggle to finu jeans. Anu you uon't
neeu to be a size 4 to look gieat!











8 Finding your perfect fit
Eveiy week these foui questions come
up - we exploue these populai myths
anu show you why. Bouiglass, big
ummy, butt pioblems, it's all heie.

11 The right trends for you
It uoesn't mattei what look you'ie
tiying to cieate. We show you how to
match the iight jeans to youi style.



14 Seven jeans issues fixed!
0vei Su tips solve all the majoi jeans
weaiing pioblems. Aftei measuiin anu
testing ovei 12,Suu women in jeans, we
shoulu know.

26 Pay less for your jeans
Now we show you five uiffeient ways to
save money when you buy jeans. We've
bought thousanus of paiis anu you'll
leain fiom oui expeits how to save $$

29 Jeans Trivia
We finish up with some light heaiteu
fun. We bet you uiun't know these facts
anu figuies about jeans.






A Gentle Introduction
!
Thanks for downloading your
Ultimate Guide To Buying Jeans. We
have used our years of experience to
prepare this for you. Our goal was
simple. Provide you with the best
possible advice to help you find your
perfect jeans.

We have many years of experience
with jeans working at top jeans
brands. You may not know but e also
work with many of the top brands and
retailers helping them improve the
performance of their products.

Theres a lot in here and you may feel
a bit overwhelmed at first, As you look
through youll start to see the articles
that are most relevant to yourself.
Wed recommend that you use this
guide alongside the many posts on
our site.

Before we start, we want to let you
know a little about our background
and what we do. This is important as
you want to listen to people with REAL
experience.

Youll see many people offering
advice and writing about style. There
is nothing wrong with this as they are
simply giving you their personal
opinions based upon their own taste.


Ten years ago in 2000
(wow, was it really ten years ago?) we started
doing research into the shape of women and
how if impacted the fit of jeans, bras, pants and
other clothing.

We measured women and asked them to try
on up to 30 pairs of jeans. We photographed
and wrote down the results. Weve actually
measured over 12,500 women like this!

We also used body scanners to look at
thousands of women. Thats right, we scanned
women and analyzed their shape.

In 2003 we discovered that all women could be
grouped into a series of many different shapes.
We noticed that each different shape fit jeans
differently.




In 2003 we started measuring
women and realizing that they were one
of the many shapes. We then asked her
to try on 30 pairs of jeans and wrote
down her reactions. We found that if
two women were the same shape they
had exactly the same reaction to the fit
of each jean. Good and bad!

We tested thousands more women in
all the different shapes and in hundreds
of different styles of jeans. Were still
doing this today. We get a new style
and test it on all the different shapes.

We realized that if we could ask you a
few questions that let us know your shape. We could tell you which jeans would
fit you best and keep you away from problem styles.

Its not magic. There is real science
and ten years of research behind
what we do. We love it when we
receive emails every day from
women who are shocked that we
could be so accurate.

Since our launch 2004 over 6.3
million women have visited Zafu
and the response has been amazing.
The emails have been so nice to
receive. The press saw what we
were doing and we were interviewed
on top TV shows, The New York
Times and many leading magazines
wrote about us. Time Magazine even
made us one of their top ten sites!

!We recently had our 6
th
birthday
party since we launched. Yay!

Jeans brands and
retailers tested our
site and then
contacted us to
help them with their
own fits. In fact we
are working with
one top retailer as I
write this.


But here was our big discovery!

We found that women who were the same shape always fit
jeans the same. It didnt matter whether it was a great, good
or disastrous fit. It was always the same. Over and over again.

Its like the old square peg in a
square hole! We learned this as
kids and its also true with jeans.



Are we independent and not biased?
Absolutely. We dont sell jeans and
we have no special relationship
with any brand or retailer. We
have our personal favorite styles for
sure. But we are our own individual
shapes and they may not be right for
you!

Its so hard buying jeans. We
mentioned that we do work for jeans
companies helping them with their
products. Did you know that up to
50% of jeans are returned to stores
and web sites because they dont fit.
Pretty amazing!

14 pairs. Thats the
amount of jeans that a
woman will try on
before she finds one
she likes - though
maybe you do know
because youve been in that hell as
well. Most of us know it well.

So now you know a bit more about
us and what we do. Its been a fun
ten years and we love what we are
doing. We hope you like this guide
and find it really useful.


You can find your perfect jeans in under 3
minutes by clicking below



14


Making the most of YOUR shape

At Zafu we talk a lot about
your shape. This is because different
jeans fit some shapes better than
others and dont fit some shapes at
all. We women come in many sizes
but we also come in many shapes.
Your shape is the most important part
of whether a jean will fit!

Im going to show you how to solve
your issues with fit and make the most
of your shape!

I never thought as a kid sewing my
first homely polyester blue dress that I
would make a 20 year career in the
fashion industry. So what have I been
doing the last 6 years? You got it,
hearing from women about how hard it
is to find jeans.

The weird thing is they think there
must be something wrong with them.



So here's the good news!

There is nothing wrong with you! We'll show you
why.

Let's clear up one of the main myths right now.

"I'm not a size 4, so I'll never look great in jeans."

Wrong! Most women are not size 4 - actually the average is size 14

You can look your best no matter what your size and we'll help you make the
most of your unique shape and proportions.

Only 6% of women have the same
shape as a fashion model

37% of women say their butt is an
issue when theyre looking for jeans.

29% have problems with their hips
when trying on jeans

11% of women say they are
shorter than 5 2". No 36 inseams!




These women in the picture below are all the
same size!



Look around at your friends,
colleagues and your family. Go on, try
it. Look at the shape and length of
their legs.

Check out the shape of their butts (but
don't say I told you to do that!). Are
they all the same as you? Of course
not. We're all different.

Since we are all different, why are so
many jeans made exactly the same
.

Here's the secret

When jeans companies design jeans
they try the samples on models who
are slender (remember that 6%), tall
and usually between size 4 and 8.
That's nothing like me - how about
you?

Don't worry! There are literally
thousands of jeans. There is a perfect
jean out there for you and we'll help
you find it.

This is what we do at Zafu. We
match jeans to your shape. From
the hundreds of brands and styles
we show you the jeans that will fit
you best.

In 3 minutes you answer a few simple
questions and we show you the
perfect jeans for your shape.

Start right now and click here.

You can then sort by style, by price
and features. Create your own list of
favorites and even view it on your
smart



Finding your perfect fit


So let's clear up 4 more myths
that appear in our inbox every day.

We get women writing to us feeling
really down because they think theres
no hope for them.

If youre feeling this way relax. We
have a solution for you. It does not
matter what your shape is. There is a
pair of jeans out there that will fit you
great.

Yes, some will have more choices, but
we always find something for
everyone. And we mean everyone.


I've got a very hourglass figure, small waist and big hips.
Jeans never fit in both places.

! Youve got a real challenge to find a jean that fits the waist

! But more curvy jeans are being designed than ever before

! Stretch jeans help by having more give at the hip

! It gives you a chance to get a jean small enough in the waist

! Mid/low rise jeans may work better for you

! They dont hit the smallest part of your waist

! If you go too low, youll have problems bending and sitting

! Stay in the moderate region of an 8-9 front rise

! If it's too tight in the hip, don't get it even if you like the style

! A good fit will celebrate your curves

! Styles to consider: Goldsign, Banana Republic, Calvin Klein

! For higher rise Christopher Blue











I carry all my weight in the middle.
There's no jeans that work with a
round tummy!!

! Taming of the bulge is one of the most
common problems

! Low rise jeans leave you hanging over

! High rise can make you feel like you're
being cut in half

! Mid rise jeans will give you tummy control

! Choosing a boot cut or flare will keep the
hip and thigh smaller

! They will also create more curves to your
figure

! Some styles to consider: Paige Premium
Denim, St. Johns Bay

! Not Your Daughters Jeans (left) slims
your figure with extra hold

I'm a size 12 short, there are no jeans short enough for my
style

! For you it's all about proportion and fit

! Keep the details in proportion to your size

! Even wide legs work if you don't go too wide

! Wear them with a clean tailored top, keep a very horizontal line.

! Creases help guide the eye up

! Wear your jeans as long as possible - avoid cuffs

! Crop pants can be risky as they make the leg look shorter

! Styles to consider: Joes Jeans, Calvin Klein, Levi's, Old Navy





















I love low rise but I have a big butt. It's
so hard to find jeans that aren't too low
and gaping in the back.

! A larger seat makes it difficult to wear many
low rise jeans

! Jeans gape if they don't have enough
shape in the back

! They also gape if the seat seam is too short

! Find jeans that have a higher back vs. front
and more shape

! Stretch jeans are a must in a low rise jean.

! Boot cut & Trouser jeans are good options

! Styles to consider: J Brand, Lucky Brand
Jeans, Baby Phat

! Mid rise jeans - Tommy Hilfiger (right)

! They give more coverage in the rear


Getting personal

We'd love to meet you all and give each of you a personal
guide, but there are only so many hours in a day. We spend
most of our time testing jeans on women. Our favorite
moment is when we see that smile from someone who has put
on jeans that she never thought existed.

You can get your perfect jeans in under 3 minutes by
clicking right here


What are the right trends for you?

Looking stylish isnt about following fashion, losing weight, buying
expensive clothes or creating outfits like the ones in the magazines. Its about
dressing for your shape, flattering the good, hiding the bad, and expressing your
unique personality - and having fun! Its an expression of you as an individual.

It was Nicolas Cage as Sailor in the 1990 movie Wild At Heart who turned to his
girl friend Lula and said Did I ever tell ya that this here jacket is a symbol of my
individuality and my belief in personal freedom?




I'm going to show you how to think about your individual style. It isnt something
you are born with, but something you can learn. It's as much about confidence as
about the clothes you are wearing.

Every woman Ive ever met, skinny, large or average, thinks she has some fatal
physical flaw. Very few are comfortable with their own looks.

And you know what, most of the time they look absolutely fine. Sure losing 5-10
pounds always makes us feel better, and would be healthier, but thats not really
the issue.








Im a stay at home mom and lost
touch with whats in style or what
looks good on me in my post
baby weight.

Keeping up with young kids
means youre always on the go. But
you dont want to look like youve
let yourself go in the process.
Theres lots of styles to keep you
up to date.

Trouser jeans with a tailored jacket
and one of the print scarves will
give you a put together look and the
tailoring of the jacket will give you a
slimmer waistline.

Skinny or straight leg jeans in a
dark wash will take you from day to
night. Wear it with long layers on
top to cover any leftover baby fat.

Join all the celebrity moms in a pair
of slouchy boyfriend jeans in light
acid wash or with the super hot
shredding.

Wear them with a feminine top and
boots or throw on some flats to
carry you from the kids gymnastics
to Little League.

I love to stay up on all the trends,
but need to stay on a budget



Be sure to use restraint when
you're shopping as impulse buying
is your worst enemy on a budget.

Give yourself a day of shopping
where you purposely don't buy
anything. Try on all the different
styles to find the best expression of
your personal style.

You can find even the latest looks
at inexpensive prices, we'll show
you one's that fit and you can afford
whether you go for a Slouchy
Skinny or a torn and shredded
Boyfriend jeans

The wrong question How Can I look skinny when Im not
The right question How can I be stylish and look my best

Im a casual jeans and T-shirt person, but want to look
more polished. How can I do this and be me?

We love jeans and this is why!
Invest in a killer jacket. With a dark
wash jean and a short jacket you'll
feel just as comfortable but with an
added air of sophistication.

Add a fringed scarf and bracelet
along with some great shoes and
you'll be turning heads even though
you're still wearing jeans and a T. If a
jacket is too structured, wear a belted
sweater or softly tailored sweater
jacket to get the same effect.


Price is no object, I love dressing my jeans up for a
night out. What should I look for this season?

This is the season of bare all. Go
for one of the glam tops that bare your shoulders
with some dropped sleeves or asymmetrical cut.
Wear it with a dark pair of premium straight leg
jeans for a dressier look or try one of the
shredded skinnies for a super hot trendy style.

Some short boots and gold jewelry looks rich
next to the dark denim. You'll also see denim on
denim with a darker denim jacket with your jeans
or Prada's denim tote for extra impact.




Im over 50 and stuck in my old classic jeans. I want to
look more updated but stay age right.

How stuck are you? If
youre still wearing tapered relax fit
jeans, its time for an update. Boot
cut jeans are flattering on all body
types. And remember classic does
not have to mean boring it can be
unique and exciting.

Try a white jean and pair it with a
striped shirt for a classic look or wear
them with a vintage or ethnic print
blouse for a sophisticated yet casual
appeal.

Boot cut and straight leg jeans will
keep you up with the times. For
jeans that have a little more formality,
try a trouser jean or a wide leg jean
for a bit of polish with your favorite
jacket.

Help, my jeans always gape at the waist

If we get asked this question
once, we've been asked it
1000 times by women in despair
and need of help.

You know that frustrating
moment when you pull on a pair
of jeans you love. Everything is
perfect, but, the waist sticks out
at the back. You try to cinch it in
with a belt but feel like youre
wearing a paper bag, or wonder
if its worth the expense of having them altered at the tailors. Forget it, neither
work.

40% of women face this issue
when trying on jeans.


The dreaded gaping waist


OK, so why does it happen and what
can you do about it?

The jean does not have
enough shape built into the
back for your seat. This
pulls out the waist creating
the gaping. Choose brands and styles
that have more butt room built into the
design of the jean.


Stretch fabrics help remove
that gape because they have
more give letting the seat
stretch as you size to your
waist.

The waistline from front to
back is too low and
straight. Styles that sit
higher in the waistband will
give you the coverage you need so
you can avoid those stares whenever
you bend or sit.


Look for waistbands that are
stitched together and curved.
We call these contoured
waistband jeans. If the fabric
has been cut in a curve it will work
better with your curves!


When we recommend jeans for you at
Zafu we ask you about gaping waist. If
you have this problem it tells us what
to recommend and also what to make
sure you dont buy! Its all part of
finding your perfect jeans
.

I have a full seat what can I do?
We have spent years watching
jeans companies use fashion models
to develop their jeans and wondering
who looks like these women?

Not us for sure. In fact only 6% of us
look like fashion models!

Staying with the numbers, 45% of
us have a full or prominent seat no
wonder we have so many problems
finding the right fit! Does that mean
jeans and all the latest trends are out?

No! You just have to know what to
look for.

Here's a picture to make sure you're
on the same page in terms of what we
mean by a full or wide seat.






Silhouette is all important.
You want to balance out the
width of your hips with a boot
cut or flare. By choosing one
that is fitted to your leg but not tight at
the knee will create softer, balanced
curves.
Stay away from skinny
styles that fit tight down the
leg. This will not work as it
will accentuate your hips and butt.
Instead if you want a straight leg find
jeans that skim but doesnt hug the
leg.


And tapered legs? Even
though they give more hip
room, they dont help the
situation its time to update
your look and move on!

Back pockets can make or
break a jean for you. You
want them angled and in
proportion to your size. If you
love that style with the oversized back
pockets, check to see if they really
work. If half the pocket is lost in the
crease under your cheeks, its not the
jean for you.
Fit, Fit, Fit. Get a curvy jean
that has shape built into it
for your bum. With the right
fit youll feel attractive and confident.
They may be hard to find, but they are
out there, we can help you with that.

Weve helped over 6.3 million women
find their perfect jeans. A full seat is
one of the most common issues we
solve for women. Its true and quite
amazing to think that over 40% of
women have a full or prominent seat.


Are you struggling to find great jeans? Just click below and
in 3 minutes youll be smiling....





How to buy stretch jeans

So youre trying on some jeans that have real potential. Youre wondering,
How tight should I buy stretch jeans? Either too tight or too loose you're not
going to get the best out of your jeans. But how to know what to do?

Here's a little picture to make sure you're on the same page in terms of what
exactly we mean by tight. Were going to help you buy stretch jeans.




A 2% stretch denim will grow up to ! - that's a half size. So you want
to get them a little snug, just to the point you wonder maybe this is a
little small. If youre shoehorning yourself into them, try the next size up!

A thin lighter weight denim will stretch out more than a thicker or heavier
weight denim. Unfortunately, most websites don't mention this. You'll
soon see and feel the difference in the stores.

Stretch jeans that contain 1% Lycra, elastane or other stretch fibers will
feel like they are barely stretchy. Fit these the way you want to wear
them as the stretch is for comfort not for use.

Recovery means how well the stretch in the fabric returns to shape after
being stretched out. More expensive jeans usually recover better than
cheaper jeans because of the quality of both the stretch fibers and the
method it is woven into the denim.

To test recovery, poke one layer of the denim with your finger. If the
fabric stays deeply indented the jean will bag out, if the indent smoothes
back out the jean will retain it's shape.


Stop that tummy roll over problem


Yes, we've all seen this on the
street and some of us have looked
despairingly in our mirror. How do
you prevent the rolls over the edge of
your jeans?

It's really hard to get rid of that extra
tummy roll whether it's from having
babies or too many muffins. And this
is not just a problem as we age, we
see it on the young girls as well!

You could start a crash diet or working
out, but you need those jeans this
weekend. So what to do?

Do you know the muffin top? Here's a
little picture to make sure you can see
exactly what were talking about.
.



There are two schools of
thought on tummy troubles.
Go below or go above. Low
rises can work as long as
you get one that is fitted in the hips
(that's what's keeping them on) and
has a waist that is big enough and
does not shape into the body.
If you prefer to tame the
tummy with containment go
for a mid-rise or slightly
higher jean that has more
control for the tummy. High-rise
jeans are often too tight and you'll
feel cut in half by the waistband
when you sit.




Contour or shaped waistbands are best avoided on a low rise as they
shape in too much creating more roll. A wide contour band on a high
rise may be fine.





Cross cut waistbands, you can see the grain line going up and down on
the waistband, have more give and will be more comfortable when
sitting or after eating a meal.

Certain jeans that claim to slim and hold in the tummy. Some have 2
way (sometimes called 4 way) stretch, both in width and length,
providing more support. Others use the pocket bags inside the jean to
add firmer control to the tummy by extending it into the front zipper.



If these tips are useful, we can also help you find your
perfect jeans. Just click below.









Its embarrassing, when I sit down guys stare!


Have you ever had that
uncomfortable feeling of people
staring at your butt when you sit
down?

Its a problem we women increasingly
face as the trend of low rise jeans gets
stronger and stronger.

What makes one low rise jean pull
down when you sit, exposing your
underwear for all to see and another
stay up just fine?
One main difference is the amount of
pitch the jean has - how high the back
is compared to the front. You can
have two jeans sit at the same place
in the front, but the one that is very
straight from front to back will feel
much lower and less safe for
sitting than the jean that has a higher
back.

Here's a little picture to make sure
you're on the same page in terms of
what exactly we mean by pitch.






Were going to show you how to cut out those stares



Pitch is very important if you have a prominent or full-seats as you need
a longer back seam to reach around your bum.


Those with a flat seat often find that jeans with a more pitch feel much
too high or they will actually fold over at the yoke. For those with an
average seat jean with more pitch feels safer and not as low as a jean
with very little pitch.


Jeans labeled Curvy often have more pitch, so if coverage is what
you're after these are a good place to start.


To help you choose what to take into a dressing room, you can often
judge jeans on a hanger by how much the back of the jean extends
above the front waistband. For jeans with similar front zipper length, the
one that extends higher in the back will have more pitch.


How can I hide my saddle bags?

So many women who come to our
offices for fittings think they have the
worst figures imaginable. The truth is
that they see the little issues as huge
problems. It's quite normal.

We often have a coffee and chat and
we always tell them that everyone has
their figure flaws. Saddle bags is a
problem that comes up all the time.
"How can I hide my saddle bags" is
a frequent plea for help.

The art of dressing is to enhance your
fine points and create the illusion of
flawless proportions. You dont have
to hide in bulky clothing even if you
have large thighs.

Here's a little picture to make sure
you're on the same page in terms of
what exactly we mean by saddle
bags.















Dark, evenly colored jeans will
draw the eye away from the
thighs. Avoid faded areas
across the thigh that will make
them more obvious. Be careful
as quite a few jeans are faded
this way.

Creating the illusion of clean
vertical lines is the key. Choose
jeans that are fitted, but are not
snug in the leg. A wide leg or
trouser jean that fits at the hip,
gives shaping to the knee and has
a creased fade line down the center
will keep eyes focused on the
vertical length.












Avoid extra slim flare jeans and skinny jeans as
the tighter fit at the knee will only draw attention
to your thighs. This is an easy mistake that I
see every week.


Front pocket proportions are important.
Traditional scooped jean pockets work well as
long as they are not too small remember keep
them in proportion to you. On trouser jeans stay
away from angled or side seam pockets if they
gape open or sew them shut to prevent
gaping.


Take advantage of trends that help minimize
your thighs. The Boyfriend jean will work as
long as you don't get them too oversized or
wide in the leg. These casual, slouchy looks will
draw attention to your fabulous sense of style
rather than your thighs.



The curse of the flat butt


What's the first thing you do when
you try on jeans? Turn around to look
in the mirror and see how you look
from behind. We all do it and it still
makes us smile.

One in five women has a flat seat and
this provides its own challenge with
jeans - One lady came in for a fitting
and said she had a diaper butt - we all
laughed and the name stuck. Its
when all that extra fabric bunches
under your derriere.

Everyone wants a jean to give them a
nice perky butt.

How do you know if you have one?

There is very little shaping from your
back to fullest part of your butt. Here's
a little picture to make sure you're on
the same page when we say flat butt.









Some of us have big butts, some of us have pronounced behinds. Some of
us are wide and some are flat. One thing is for sure, we all want to look
great in our jeans and get the illusion of that cute, perky butt. At Zafu we
help you do this.



To give your seat a rounder look you want to break up the expanse
with details. Jeans with their back yokes and pockets are the perfect
choice.


Look for pockets with extra details - stitching, pocket flaps, pleats or
piecing - to give more depth.


Avoid pockets that are square and set very straight as they accentuate
the flatness. Instead choose pockets that are tilted to add the illusion of
a rounder shape.


The back yoke (this is the seam that runs across the jeans just above
the back pockets) also adds to the illusion. Choose a yoke that has
more of a V shape rather than one that is horizontal.


Avoid very high rises as this creates a longer expanse on your already
long and flat seat. Instead, choose a mid or low rise to give you better
proportions.


Choose boot cut and flare jeans with slimmer thighs. This reduces the
excess fabric in the back. If you still have a lot of bunching under your
butt, your low seat is pushing the extra fabric down and not filling it out.



When you ask us to recommend jeans for you, one of the
questions we ask is whether you have a flat seat. Once we
know the answer it helps us be even more accurate with the
jeans we show you and ensure you find the perfect pair!


How to pay less for your jeans


Would you like to pay way less for
your next pair of jeans?

They will almost certainly be cheaper
online than in a store.

We have bought thousands of pairs of
jeans at Zafu and weve clocked
countless hours searching for pretty
much every jean imaginable and so
I've learned quite a few tricks on how
to seek out the best deals.

You are probably scared of buying
clothing and especially jeans online
since you don't know if they will look
good on you - right? So guess what?
Retailers do their best to entice you to
buy. Lucky you :-)

One of the reasons we created Zafu
was to make you confident about what
you're buying online.

If you're still nervous, check it out in a
store but resist the impulse buy. Know
the brand, the style (often on the hang
tag or inside the jean) and the name
of the color (often on the price tag).
Then head for the computer.

Remember that in most
states you may not be paying
sales tax for an online
purchase. That's $7-$8
saving for most of us on a $100 pair of
jeans. Not bad!

Here are our top tips to make sure you
get the best prices.
Deals at discount sites

Check out sites that
specialize in discounts on premium
products. We do not have
relationships with these sites and do
not get paid by them. We just think
they are great for smart shoppers.

You can get a 25% to 40% discount
relative to mainstream retailers like
Macy's or Nordstrom. Many of these
sites are geared toward discounted
designer brands.



One
of
our favorites sites is Zappos, known
best for shoes, but they have some
great deals on jeans and shipping is
always free.




Bluefly is famous for their great deals
on premium jeans.




Smart Bargains has brand names at
deep discounts. We especially like
the size search

Overstock has absolutely everything

in the world! Plus some great
discounts on premium jeans



Earn money while you
shop

Most of us buy a product and wait for
it to arrive in the mail. You can get
more out of your purchase. Some
sites give you points for shopping
which you can redeem for rewards.
Now when your product arrives in the
mail, you have the additional bonus of
getting gift cards for stores, gas,
flights.

By the way, these sites are totally
free! Our favorite is MyPoints but
there are a bunch of them.



Credit cards

I'm sure you know all about
getting air miles with your credit card.
There are much better options for
shopping and we've tried them all -
you should see our mound of credit
cards.

The card we use most is Discover
because they give you 5%-20% off for
a wide list of stores if you click to the
store from their website. They always
seem to have bonuses when you sign
up. The last one we saw free sign up
with no annual fees.

Having a credit card for your favorite
store can save you loads of money
too. Stores like Macy's and Kohls
have extra discounts 12 times a year
for their credit card holders in which
they can save an extra 10-25%.


Special deals

Every online retailer has a
sale section on their site.
January, April, August and
November (end of season months)
are THE months to find online sales.
As the new season's colors and
washes arrive, the jeans you've been
lusting after are moved to the sale
section for 30-70% off.

For example, you'll find the best deals
on black and dark jeans in January
which still gives you plenty of time to
enjoy them before you need to hang
them up in the summer.

We found that when one of the
department stores you go to is having
a sale, check their website when you
get home - they often start the sale
days earlier or have a special online
only day with extra savings of up to
20%.

And of course always look for the free
shipping deals. Youll be surprised just
how many times this happens.



Coupons

This is not the same as your
mom sitting at the kitchen table
clipping what you think looks like junk
mail. Just try this quickly:

Go to Google.com and type in a
retailer that you like and "coupon
codes" (We just typed "Nordstrom
coupon codes").You'll get is a list of
sites which collect coupons from
retailers (We clicked on Dealio.com).

At the top of their list we saw "Up to
70% off Designer apparel, shoes, &
accessories." Designer clothing is
definitely out of my reach at regular
price, but with this sale we found
an Eileen Fisher sweater jacket at
70% off to go with my new trouser
jeans - $68.40 instead of $228! I
saved $160 in under 3 minutes!

Here are some of our favorite sites for
this but there are so many, we're sure
you'll find your own too (let us know of
any great ones you find so we can at it
to our list for others to share).

RetailMeNot is one of our favorites.
They have over 150,000 coupons for
dozens of major retailers such as
Target, Amazon, QVC, etc. They also
have exclusive deals not listed
everywhere

Cool Savings has printable and online
coupons. It's a bit painful to use at
first but worth it in the end! To avoid
the endless parade of free offers click
on the online coupons tab at the top.

Phew! Quite the list!



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