Shopping on a Budget

Updated: December 04, 2008

A little low on cash? No need to scrimp on style. From cool shoes to funky home furnishings, our editors uncover some of the best deals in Orange County.

On this page:Clothing, Shoes, Home Decor, More O.C. Shopping.

Clothing

  1. 1 4 Star Rating: Recommended Loehmann's
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    13682 Jamboree Rd, Irvine, CA 92602 (map)

    Upscale women's apparel and accessories at 30 to 65 percent off department store prices, plus Back Room deals on elite designer fashions.

  2. 2 4 Star Rating: Recommended Happyness Consignment
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    16562 Gothard St Ste B, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (map)

  3. 3 4 Star Rating: Recommended Petticoat Lane
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    15051 Edwards St, Huntington Beach, CA 92647 (map)

  4. 4 Denim Blue Boulevard
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    18320 Beach Blvd, Huntington Beach, CA 92648 (map)

    In-the-know locals haunt this shop for fabulous deals on gently used designer denim like True Religion, Seven and Hudson.

  5. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Buffalo Exchange
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    2930 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (map)

    An ever-changing rotation of castoffs from customers' closets keeps bargain hunters searching for finds like Calvin Klein, Gucci and Theory.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Forever 21
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    343 Newport Center Dr, Newport Beach, CA 92660 (map)

    Teens and 20-somethings scoop up trendy outfits and accessories at astonishing prices.

  7. 7 3 Star Rating: Average Children's Orchard Of Irvine
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    5323 University Dr, Irvine, CA 92612 (map)

    Buy or sell new or gently used brand-name children's clothing at this resale/retail franchise.

Shoes

  1. 8 4 Star Rating: Recommended Famous Footwear
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    3850 Barranca Pkwy Ste K, Irvine, CA 92606 (map)

    Drop in anytime for deep discounts and buy one, get one 50 percent off promotions on shoes for the whole family.

  2. 9 Shoe Pavilion
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    23608 El Toro Rd, Lake Forest, CA 92630 (map)

    Find brands like Converse, Steve Madden, Nine West, Anne Klein, Adidas, and more at clearance prices.

  3. 10 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Nordstrom Rack
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    901 S Coast Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (map)

    Shoe fanatics flock here for designer pumps at up to 75 percent off original retail price tags.

  4. 11 4 Star Rating: Recommended Off Broadway Shoes
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    13400 Jamboree Rd, Irvine, CA 92602 (map)

    Scour the racks for name-brand men's and women's casual, athletic and dress shoes at super low prices.

  5. 12 Boot Barn
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    3462 Katella Ave, Los Alamitos, CA 90720 (map)

    Take advantage of bargains on boots for adults and children including western, hiking, motorcycle and work styles.

Home Decor

  1. 13 Tuesday Morning
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    17120 Magnolia St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 (map)

    The rock-bottom prices on department-store-quality home accessories, linens and kitchenware are hard to beat.

  2. 14 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Cost Plus World Market
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    1313 W. Sunflower Avenue, SANTA ANA, CA 92704 (map)

    Decorate your house, stock the pantry or find a unique gift at this bargain-priced bazaar of international goodies.

  3. 15 Pier 1 Imports
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    2710 Harbor Blvd, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (map)

    Affordable pillows, rugs and accent pieces allow savvy shoppers to complete a room makeover without spending a fortune.

  4. 16 Just Like The Model
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    18429 Pacific St, Fountain Valley, CA 92708 (map)

    Discover amazing discounts on high-end furnishings and accessories including beds, linens, sofas, lamps, pillows and candleholders.

  5. 17 IKEA
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    13662 Newport Ave Ste I, Tustin, CA 92780 (map)

    Furnish your home office for a song, and find space-saving solutions for kids' rooms at substantial savings.

More O.C. Shopping

  1. 18 1 Star Rating: Poor Ted Baker Ltd
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    3333 Bristol St, Costa Mesa, CA 92626 (map)

    British designer apparel and accessories for men and women combining classic styling with a modern edge.

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