BAG AN OUTLET BARGAIN WITH OUR TOP 10 HANDY HACKS

Become an outlet shopping pro. Bag a bargain with our top 10 handy hacks!

For more than a year, Princes Quay’s Outlet Level has been offering shoppers discounts of up to 70% on a high street prices on fashion, homeware, toys, beauty, gifts and leisure, plus loads more.

There are amazing bargains to be had amongst big name stores including Next Outlet, Ben Sherman, Tommy Hilfiger and The Works but what are the secrets to bagging the best buys? Check out these top tips…

1 Get there early

The early bird catches the… bargains? Savvy shoppers know that early risers get first pick of the best buys and will be there as Princes Quay’s outlet stores open. And you know what they say… ‘if you can’t beat ‘em, join ‘em’, so get there at opening time to give yourself the best choice of products, and a better chance of bagging a bargain.

2 It’s not in your size? Ask!

Despite the advantages of being at the shops at opening time, Princes Quay’s outlet stores don’t necessarily have all their goods out on the shop floor. Stock is often replenished throughout the day, meaning that perfect LBD could be available in your size. There’s no harm in asking!

3 Get ready to be surprised

What do you expect from outlet shopping? End of the line stock? Lower quality goods? Think again. Princes Quay’s outlet stores stock big names, from Elizabeth Arden to Christy. Stores such as the Next Outlet even offer ranges specifically developed for outlets, helping you save money without compromising on quality.

4 Love it? Grab it!

If you’re 50/50 about buying something, don’t assume you’ll be able to come back on another day and buy it. Outlet stock is constantly changing, so don’t miss this opportunity and buy that beautiful bag or perfect pair of shoes. Don’t miss out!

5 Try before you buy

There’s nothing worse than thinking you’ve grabbed a great buy, getting home and realising it’s the wrong size. With styles and stock changing all the time, when you return your item the size you need may no longer be available, so always try before you buy – all Princes Quay’s outlet fashion stores have changing rooms, so there’s no excuse!

6 Dress practically

It sounds obvious, but if you’re trying on clothes, you need to make sure what you are wearing is easy to get on and off in changing rooms. Think about what you’re wearing before you leave the house.

7 Be ready for battle

Want a bargain? You’ve got to be prepared to look for it. For example, Next Outlet has thousands of items, and it’s worth taking the time to look through them. The stock is ordered by size, so is easy to search through, but it’s worth taking your time – the hidden gems are in there, we promise!

8 Get social media savvy

Retailers like Next, Julian Charles and Trespass are well worth following on social media. Not only will you get updates on the latest trends and products, but you’ll also be the first to know about any the latest offers and brilliant bargains!

9 Save pounds on parking

If you’re laden with brilliant buys, you don’t want to be dragging your good through the streets to get back to the car. Don’t forget there’s great value parking available at Princes Quay’s multi-storey car park, with 4 hours of parking now costing just £3!

10 Stay refreshed

All that searching can be hard work, so make sure you’re properly fed and watered. There are a range of great food and beverage options in the centre, including Nando’s, Muffin Break, Pizza Express, Coffee Delight and 2C Bake House.