Shopping in Washington DC is exciting. The shopping culture in the city is as varied as its population. On one hand you will find upscale markets with branded expensive products and on the other hand you will find bargain shops where you can get objects at half the rates. Washington DC has come a long way to change its style quotient from being conservative to contemporary. The thrift stores also offer good deals at times.

The Georgetown Flea Market is the best place to find a wide range of goods with negotiable rates. This market constitutes around 700 stalls from where you can collect toys, antique objects, linens, jewelry, rugs and books at the best of prices. Visit here a little late to find goods at best prices.

A bargain friendly consignment shop in Washington DC, known as Encore Resale Dress Shop also offers competitive prices for the buyers. Located near the National Cathedral, the shop has a good collection of bags and shoes and clothes. Designer labels like Dana Buchman, Escada and St. John are available at negotiable prices. Fur coats are also sold here. Meeps and the Remix also sell thrift items at a negotiable rate. Vintage products at dirt cheap prices are also available at these stores.

Loehmann's in Wisconsin Avenue is another bargain friendly shop in Washington DC. The sale racks section in the store offers great goods at discounted rates. Formals, casuals from brand like Betsey Johnson and Free People are found here. Rooga's Sports Essentials is the best bargain store around for sports gear. Filene's Basement is a famous department store where prices are generally negotiable. Designer products are available at the best of prices in this store in Washington DC.

Bargain friendly stores in Washington DC

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Best Thrift stores in Washington DC

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Washington has many shopping centers and mall that offer the very best in shopping experience. From eclectic gift shops to the best brands, Washington has it all and doesn't disappoint the shopaholic in you.

Guide to Washington DC Shopping

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The National Mall: located in close proximity to the Smithsonian Institution and the Lincoln Monument this mall has numerous gift shops and artistic museum stores, making it a favorite amongst the tourists who wish to take back souvenirs. However, it doesn't have too many branded outlets to boast off.

The National Mall on Wiki

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Westfield Shoppingtown Montgomery Mall: this two storied mall is a shopping haven with numerous outlets from Nordstrom, Macy's and Sears to the fashion labels like Ann Taylor, Crate and Barrel, J. Jill and Papyrus. Moreover, there are a number of eateries, a movie theatre and the convenience of many bank branches making it a one stop destination for all your needs.

Westfield official site

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Tysons Corner Center: with almost 300 outlets for apparel, home decor, jewelry, shoes and handbags all located here, this mall can rightly be called the Mecca of Shopping! Outlets like Lord & Taylor, Macy's, Bloomingdale's, Tysons Corner, A/X Armani Exchange, Coldwater Creek, Sonoma, Pottery Barn Kids can be found here, to name a few. What's more, to satiate hunger, one has almost 20 eateries to choose from.

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Fair Oaks Mall: this mall has outlets which cater to needs of individuals of all ages, has plenty of parking space, great restaurants and is located in close proximity to a metro station, making it an ideal shopping destination. Quality outlets like Ann Taylor, Pottery Barn, H&M, Coach, Apple etc. can be found here.

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