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Home >> FYI >> TJ Maxx Behind the Seams Miami

TJ Maxx Behind the Seams Miami

Published: Sep 28, 2010 · Modified: May 22, 2014 by Stefanie Fauquet · This post may contain affiliate links · 10 Comments

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Confession time. I purchase 90% of my clothing from an off-price retailer. My favorite stores being TJ Maxx and Marshalls. I can't tell you the last time I stepped foot in a mall to buy clothing for myself.

There are some common misconceptions I'd like to clear up about off-price shopping.

1. The merchandise is out of season.

2. The merchandise is not first quality.

3. The merchandise is not brand name.

What makes TJ Maxx (and Marshalls) unique from department stores is their buying power. TJ Maxx buyers spend 40 weeks a year purchasing merchandise for their stores. They work with 12,000 vendors, buying high end product seasonally. To keep prices at their lowest, they purchase large quantities with the agreement to not sell back to the designer- unlike department stores.

This means high quality, in season, designer styles at a fraction of the retail price. TJ Maxx strives to give you a savings of 20-60% less than department and specialty stores...everyday, without sales.

Now that we got that out of the way, let's talk fall fashion!

I actually find it kind of funny that I traveled to Miami to discuss the upcoming fall fashion trends for 2010 with a Alison Deyette. Not because Miami isn't a hot spot for fashion, but because we don't experience fall like you lucky northerners!The Miami TJ Maxx is fabulous though, just look at the view from in the store...

Alison, who is a style goddess, gave us a great list of "must haves" for the season.

All can be found at your favorite TJ Maxx or Marshalls store.

1. Peep Toe Pump

2. Simple (light) leather jacket

3. Dark denim trouser jean

4. Long v-neck cardigan

5. Knee-high boot with a little heel

Two identical name brand bags (exception is the color), one found at TJ Maxx, the other is hundreds of dollars more in a department store.

After the presentation were were free to roam the store to see what we could find- it's all about the thrill of the hunt!

I was shocked to find this $1,150 designer charcoal sweater dress for only $149.99!

Now, I need to disclose this dress is actually past-season. You can easily tell by the purple tag. Even though only 5% off TJ Maxx merchandise is past-season, it is clearly displayed on the tag. No trickery here! In my opinion, this dress is a staple that could be worn year to year, I rarely buy pieces that only last one season anyway.

If you haven't discovered TJ Maxx or Marshalls already, now is a great time to get in there and take a look around. Each store adds over 10,000 pieces every week, so there's always something new.

Stay tuned as I have even more must have pieces and trends for fall 2010 in an upcoming post.

Special thanks to TJ Maxx for proving me with transportation and accommodations in Miami for the Behind the Seams event. I also received a cashmere scarf and $100 GC to use in store.

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  1. Kristen

    September 28, 2010 at 12:35 pm

    How cool! I've only been to TJ Maxx once but this may warrant another look!

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  2. Staci A

    September 28, 2010 at 1:01 pm

    I love shopping at TJ Maxx too! That sweater dress is adorable, and I agree, it could definitely be worn year after year!

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  3. Louise

    September 28, 2010 at 1:09 pm

    I love TJ Maxx, I'm still telling people how cool the stuff I purchase from TJ Maxx is. I have These awesome rain boots and everyone LOVES them. TJ Maxx find!

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  4. Virginia from Lady V dZine

    September 29, 2010 at 12:31 am

    Dontcha just love TJ Maxx?

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  5. [email protected]

    September 29, 2010 at 9:20 am

    I'd hit that store for the view alone...the fab deals are just a bonus! ;D

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  6. Kasandria

    September 29, 2010 at 12:56 pm

    I LOVE shopping at TJ Maxx! Especially for handbags. Looks like you had a great time!
    Kas

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  7. Tricia @Night owl mama

    September 29, 2010 at 8:50 pm

    luv the sweater dress super cute...luv marshalls

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  8. Tricia @Night owl mama

    September 29, 2010 at 8:51 pm

    oopps and TJ Maxx I hit submit before I was done. I luv that they have taken a new stylized look in their stores too

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  9. GladChild

    May 02, 2011 at 12:51 am

    Nice sweater, want to know how much the prize is??

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