Serious bargain shoppers know that January is an amazing month for rock-bottom prices. While every retailer features after-holiday sales, there are two stores that I never skip:

Target:

Twice a year, in January and June, Target holds their biggest sales. I have seen prices up to 90% off, but 50-70% is more common. Areas with the best deals tend to be Toys, Baby, Clothes/Shoes, Bedding, and Sporting Goods. Don’t overlook endcaps and use the price scanners to double check (often, it rings up cheaper than the sticker).

Another way to save is by using Cartwheel and/or coupons.

Victoria’s Secret:

Similar to Target, VS has two semi-annual sales per year. Some sizes sell out quickly, so going early is better if you have the time. Be on the look out for 50% off lingerie, 40% off loungewear, 60% off active wear, $19.99 or less bra clearance and $4.99 or less panty clearance.

Coupons tend to be less common here, but if you’re on the mailing list or have their credit card, they do snail mail promos periodically.

Which stores do you feel have the most clearance?