Shop Austin - Ready. Set. Shop!

The back to school shop fest has began. This weekend Texas shoppers will flock to their favorites shops to take advantage of the Tax Free weekend and additional back to school savings.

Here's a few tips and tricks to make the most out of the full three days of sales.

Strut First Thursday Sale
Aug. 17, 2007 - Aug. 19, 2007 All clothes and shoes will be tax free and 30% off

Strut, 3100 S. Congress, 512.707.1523 OR 3500 Guadalupe, 512.374.1667, OR 2208 S Lamar, 512.326.2303

Everything at Hush Hush will have an additional 40% off Markdowns from August 17, 2007 - August 19, 2007. Plus Tax Free this Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Hush Hush 2200 S. Lamar, 512.383.9010

Here's a few tips on - "How to make the Most out of Your Tax Free Weekend (Friday August 17th Saturday August 18th and Sunday August 19th )" (for Texas residents )

  • + Target those retailers offering additional markdowns - Check out the Tanger Outlet in San Marcos site for store coupons and savings.

  • + Take advantage of Early Bird Specials

  • + Know the Rules - The law exempts most clothing and footwear priced under $100 from sales and use taxes. Popular non exempt items include - handbags and wallets, jewelry, accessories, and athletic shoes, uniforms and safety gear

  • + Make A Plan of Attack - Start Early, Call Ahead, and "Connect the Dots"

  • + Pace yourself you have three days

* For more helpful tips watch Fox7 Thursday morning on August 13th at 8:40 am.

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posted - beth / 10:20 AM / 08.14.07