You are going to be shocked when I tell you that I have officially started my holiday shopping! Now before you roll your eyes like I used to do when people would tell me they were getting holiday ready before Thanksgiving, let me explain why I’m starting now…
Why I am getting holiday ready starting November 1st…
Over the last couple of years, especially since becoming a mom, getting ready for the Holidays has become an exhausting and stressful sport (anyone else relate?) I would try to focus on one holiday at a time and then found myself scrambling until the last minute! Last year, after enduring yet another chaotic holiday season, I vowed to myself that this year was going to be different, that I was going to start preparing as early as I could to really enjoy the Holiday season! When it came to planning out it occurred to me that the best place to start getting holiday ready was Las Americas Premium Outlets.
Why I chose to start my Holiday shopping at Las Americas Premium Outlets…
In case you missed it, I did my Mother’s Day Shopping at Las Americas Premium Outlets and I was so I impressed with the amazing deals and the store selection. I knew that if I started here I can feel confident that I am stretching my dollar on brands (typically up to 65% off retail price) that I and the people I’m giving gifts to love. They have some of my favorite fashion brands like J.Crew Factory, Levi’s, Anne Taylor Factory, Steve Madden, Guess Factory, Original Penguin, The North Face, Lacoste and SO many more (they have about 125 outlet stores). Plus they have SO many additional promos! Simon Gift Services gave me the low-down on 3 additional ways you can save (listed below):
- Las Americas Premium Outlet Get Holiday Ready Saving Passport: From November 1 – 17, shoppers can download the Las Americas Premium Outlet Get Holiday Ready Saving Passport by texting GIFT243 to 74666 and save 25% off a single item at most retailers.
- The VIP Shopper Club: You register for free and as a member you will have access to their exclusive online offers (not available to the public) and also receive periodic center updates! You can register here to become a VIP shopper!
- Being Local has its perks: Special offers for locals Monday-Thursday at participating retailers, for more details visit Simon Guest Services.
Equipped with all of my Las Americas Premium Outlets savings tools, off I went to shop!
On my Holiday list…
In preparation for the Holidays I was on the hunt for clothing for my husband, my son and I for our Holiday pictures and parties, as well as any gifts for family members and/or white elephant gifts (because we always have at least two for our work holiday shindigs).
Stores within Las Americas Premium Outlets I shopped at and love:
Levi’s: I started my journey at Levi’s because who doesn’t like this classic brand? From jeans to jackets to tees to even a good leather belt, Levi’s has something for the whole family. One of my favorite things to gift from Levi’s are their classic Levi’s trucker jackets with the sherpa lining because they are so warm! I picked one up for one of our dads and also one for myself in all black for winter. I got them for just $89.99 in store which is a huge savings compared to the retail price of over $130. They also had a great deal of $39.99 each pair of 501 Original Jeans when you buy 2 or more.
North Face: As we head into the colder temps of winter this is the place to get yourself or anyone you know will be heading to the snow a good jacket! I personally love their women’s Thermoball Jackets that were on sale for just $99.99 or their classic pullover hoodies for just $39.99.
Steve Madden: Not going to lie, I kind of went in here for myself because I wanted to get a pair of boots., but I did see they had some cool stylish backpacks and purses with an additional 30% off that would be great for my cousins.
J.Crew Factory: The bulk of our shopping was done here because my husband is such a fan of their collared shirts. I was SO excited to see their plaids first thing when you walk in, it’s like they read my mind! My husband picked up like five collared plaid shirts, a couple of collector t-shirts (that were 50% off) and I picked up a plaid skirt for our Holiday pictures!
The Original Penguin: My husband really wanted to pop in here because he really loves their shirts and he was blown away with the good deals and variety.
Anne Taylor Factory: I love coming into Anne Taylor every time I’m here because I love their sweaters. They had the most gorgeous sweaters (like the green plaid one below) at 40% off and their poncho style cardigans that are perfect for my mom and aunts at 50% off. I also ended up picking up the cutest dress for Thanksgiving and some work slacks that I already wore for work (lol).
The Children’s Place: I popped into The Children’s Place Outlet to see if I could find some Holiday wear for my little man and boy, did I! They had the cutest chunky sweaters and plaid everywhere so I picked it up pieces to complete his outfit for our Holiday pictures.
The Disney Store: I’m so glad that I didn’t bring Julian in here with me because he would have wanted EVERYTHING especially the Puppy Dog Pals! They also had a really good clearance section where I picked up a few things for the Disney fanatics in my life (which are many!)
And below you will see me all smiles because I felt productive and happy to have gotten names and items checked off my list! Ok, I’m totally getting excited for the Holiday season, even if it’s just November 1st!
Want to jump start your Holiday Shopping?
Head on over to Las Americas Premium Outlets and don’t forget all of the extra savings promos that I shared above (Las Americas Premium Outlet Get Holiday Ready Savings Passport (11/1-11/17), The VIP Shopper Club, and if you’re local stop by the Simon Guest Services M-Th to see what the special offers for locals are.
If you’re more of a visual person, check out my Instagram on November 1st as I bring you along my shopping day! If you see this after November 1st I will have it saved on my highlight reel!
Best {Fashionable} Regards,
Paulina
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Thanks to Las Americas Premium Outlets for partnering on this post! As always, all opinions are my own.
I am also starting early this year! I want to have all of my shopping finished by December 1st so I can spend the month enjoying family time, watching movies, and being excited about the holiday season. It looks like you have been doing well by choosing outlets!