Walking into Anthropologie instantly transports me to a happy place.
The carefully curated window displays.
The gorgeously styled mannequins.
The one-of-a-kind flowy dresses, vintage-inspired jewelry and adorable tschotskes.
It evensmellsgood when you step inside an Anthropologie store.
But nothing at Anthro even that lovely dreamlike scent comes cheap.
(Those candles theyve forever burning in the stores are $28 a pop.)
Thats the one not-so-great thing about Anthropologie.
One look at the price tags, and Im instantly jolted from my happy place into reality.
Join the Club
Joining Anthropologies loyalty club, ANTHRO,is free.
For more details, check out thisin-depth FAQabout the birthday discount from fan blog Endless Anthropologie.
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
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When you join, youll also be added to the email list.
Brace yourself for Anthropologie inbox overload.
They send tons of emails, including sales and promotions.
Then you’re free to take advantage of the generous employee discount.
That employee discount also applies at Free People, Terrain, BHLDN and Urban Outfitters.
Snag an Inventory Shift
Dont want to get a job at Anthro?
you’re able to still get a huge discount if you work an inventory shift.
Plus, youll get to purchase one item for 40% off.
Each store usually brings in extra temporary help for inventory, so give yours a call to get details.
Keep Your Receipt
Sometimes you just gotta have that dress, even if its full price.
Even if the item was already on sale when you bought it, keep that receipt.
Always tucked away in a room in the back, its often chock-full of gems.
Heres why: Many Anthropologie items can only be purchased online.
Butallitems can be returned in-store.
Shop with Discounted Gift Cards
Someone elses gift card trash is anothers treasure.
you might buydiscounted gift cardson several legitimate sites to bring down the price of your Anthro purchase.
Dont forget to check Craigslist, too.
Build a Wish List Online
Youll need to create an Anthropologie account to save items to yourwish list.
If any of the items go on sale, Anthropologie will email you.
Its even worth including sold-out items, because sometimes they pop back into stock.
It was originally $300.
Yet since eBay sellers know Anthropologie items are so sought after, theyre not always honest.
Another good sign is if the seller lists the original retail cost of the item, i.e.
retailed for $118.
It included a $3,000 armoire.
And in that case, keep your receipt!
Your Turn: Do you have additional tips for saving at Anthropologie?
Betsy Mikel is a Chicago-based freelance copywriter.
She loves biking all over every city she visits to find its best taqueria.
When you log into your bank account, how do your savings look?
Probably not as good as youd like.
It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings.
But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?
