For fans of the hot teen clothing brand Abercrombie and Fitch, the idea of free Abercrombie clothes sounds like a dream come true.
Finding Free Abercrombie Clothes
Unfortunately, there are no legitimate ways to get free Abercrombie fashions. Websites may try to entice you with offers, but they will make the clothes next to impossible to obtain, if they aren't outright scams. For instance, a site will advertise a free $500 gift card to a hot retailer such as Abercrombie and Fitch for completing a simple survey. However, in order to receive the gift card, users must sign up for costly services and refer others to the site. In addition to the trouble of completing these offers, in most cases, teens are not even eligible because they are not old enough to apply for credit cards and sign contracts with online businesses.
Saving Money on Abercrombie Clothes
Although you can't get your favorite Abercrombie fashions for free, there are a few ways to save money while building your wardrobe.
Second-hand Clothing
Many teens grow tired of their old clothes or just plain outgrow them long before they wear out. This provides a great opportunity for savvy shoppers. With a little digging and a little luck, you may find Abercrombie clothing at thrift stores and yard sales. Online auction sites, such as eBay, are another source for fashionable second-hand clothing. Search functions allow you to look for exactly what you need.
Clearance and Outlets
If you're buying on a budget, the first thing you should do after entering a store is find the clearance rack. Stores must constantly make room for new merchandise, and they will mark down prices to encourage sales. You can also find a clearance area on the Abercrombie website. You will find the best selection when the next season's clothes have just been stocked.
Outlets take clearance sales to the next level, devoting an entire store to discounted merchandise. There are only a few Abercrombie outlet stores available. Use the store locator on the Abercrombie website to find out if there is one in your area. Abercrombie products may also appear in retailers such as T.J. Maxx and Marshall's that sell name brand clothing at discount prices. However, be cautious of sellers offering large quantities of Abercrombie or other hot brands at flea markets or other settings outside of established stores. They may be selling counterfeit merchandise.
Gifts
Gift-giving occasions offer the perfect opportunity to score some "free" Abercrombie clothes. The online catalog makes it easy to share links to your favorite clothing and accessories, and gift cards are always welcome. However, you don't want to look greedy. Only provide this information to someone that asks you directly what you would like for your birthday or Christmas.
Borrowing/Swapping
While many younger siblings hate the idea of hand-me-downs, it can be an easy way to get the clothes you want free. If you have friends or family members that wear the same size as you, set up a clothes swap. You can trade permanently, or just borrow a few pieces for a special occasion. Because the clothes are new to you, you'll feel like you just went shopping.
Employee Discount
Apply for a part time job at your local Abercrombie store. You'll not only build your resume and gain valuable employment experience, you can also take advantage of the employee discount. Just be careful not to spend your entire paycheck on clothes.
Additional Tips
- Get your parents' permission before making any online purchase.
- If you're worried about wearing last year's designs, stick to pieces, such as t-shirts, that will never go out of style.
- Examine used, clearance, or outlet clothing carefully for damage. There may be a reason no one has purchased it yet.
- Be aware of return policies. Some outlet stores may not accept returns, or only allow returns for store credit. If you are buying from an online auction seller, you will only be able to return the product if it is significantly not as described in the listing, not because it didn't fit you.
- Growing teens should be cautious when buying clothes out of season. A great discount on jeans will be worthless if you've grown three inches before you get a chance to wear them.
Although you can't find free Abercrombie clothes, if you know where to look, you can still be stylish without breaking the bank..
