How to Save More on Black Pants
Searching for the perfect pair of black pants can be a never-ending hunt. I bet all theater folks, especially women, can relate to this. The task is even harder when you need something specific, like lightweight, durable, soft cargo pants that have feminine appeal. I’ve been on this search for years.
Once, I found a pair at Old Navy, but they weren’t as tough as I hoped. Halfway through a six-month contract where I wore them every other day, I managed to completely rip them! Oh, and did I mention the other pair I bought? A pocket strap caught on a chair and got torn. So, they weren’t super sturdy, but they were light and comfortable, and had tons of pockets.
So, where do you find such dream pants? I’m still looking for them. Usually, if they’re durable, they lack style and for some strange reason fall short – literally, not covering my ankles!
In recent years, I’ve been settling on a pair from Kohl’s Junior department. They’re ordinary pants – no extra pockets and they fade pretty quickly.
But what can you do when you’re frequently spending on pants that don’t live up to your expectations? Well, you might consider smart spending! Here’s how:
1.) If you’re shopping online, make sure to check eBates first. If you don’t, it’s like throwing away free money. Using eBates is simple. It’s just a portal to the retail site. As long as you use their link, you get cash back.
2.) Take advantage of gift card websites for immediate savings. Say, you’ve found a €50 pair of pants at JCPenny, go to Raise.com and buy a JCPenny €50 gift card for €45 beforehand. That’s an instant 10% savings!
3.) Try bartering. If you’re a blogger, reach out to the company and ask to receive a pair of pants for a review. Tell them about your readership and how they’ll appreciate knowing about great black work pants based on your recommendations.
4.) And of course, there’s thrift shopping. For some, searching through the second-hand store might not be an ideal solution. However, it’s a great resource for budget-conscious students to find their black pants.
So, any stage managers or theater technicians out there who’ve found the ideal black pants, care to share your secret?
As we hunt for the perfect black pants together, let’s not forget to spend smarter!