I'm addicted to these stores. They're like a huge, well-organized garage sale with much more variety in the tschotske area, and more organization and quality in clothing. Very clean too. You can have a LOT of fun for $20 although their prices have crept up over the years - but most things are still extremely affordable. Now I just spend 30-45 minutes per visit in search of things such as like-new Cole-Haan shoes for $5 (easily $200+ retail) or a Joseph Abboud sport coat, in perfect condition, for $7 ($300+ retail). I have a superb collection of beautifully-designed candle holders and a lifetime supply of candles...all uber-cheap but like new. This is a treasure hunter's paradise...if you have a good eye and know your brands, you'll make out like a bandit. And guilty pleasure: I love it when 7:30 rolls around and they repeatedly tell me that the store has closed...I keep shopping and drive 'em nuts. Do I need to get a life? So what!
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