Recession-Friendly Shops in Miami

by Rick Munarriz - Citysearch Contributor - 350 Reviews - 136 Lists

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Updated: October 21, 2009

You feel like shopping but you don't want to make promises your pocketbook can't keep. It's only natural to cut back during an economic downturn, but it doesn't mean you have give up your passion for shopping. Here are some Miami's best retail bargains.

Bargain Bests

  1. 1 Casa Bonita In Usa
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    2525 NW 5th Ave, Miami, FL 33127 (map)

    For bling and bags that won't break the bank, this boutique teases with deep discounts on purses, fashion accessories and even home furnishings. We're talking about Rina Rich purses for less than $50 and Bella Collection lamps for barely more than a few light bulb changes.

  2. 2 Disney's Character Warehouse
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    11401 NW 12th St, Miami, FL 33172 (map)

    Someone is even moving Mickey Mouse's cheese? This Dolphin Mall outlet store is the final resting place for overstock at Disney's theme parks and the widespread Disney Store chain. Character t-shirts start at just $5.99. A recent find is an embroidered Rock 'n Roller Coaster denim jacket that sold at the theme park for $85, marked down here for less than $30.

  3. 3 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Maruchi Clothing Store
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    7861 Bird Rd, Miami, FL 33155 (map)

    Brand-name apparel and footwear gets marked down at this modest yet buzzing boutique. You'll find plenty of the big names here, like BCBG heels and Laundry by Shelli Segal dresses.

  4. 4 Miami Twice Antiques
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    6562 SW 40th St, Miami, FL 33155 (map)

    This isn't just any secondhand store. The owners raid estate sales and consignment stores to stock up on retro designer duds at thrift shop prices. Don't let the tight parking in front scare you away. Score ample parking in the back and deals within.

  5. 5 Niebla Shoes
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    708 SW 17th Ave, Miami, FL 33135 (map)

    This small Little Havana footwear shop makes DSW look like an Uncle Pennybag's haunt. You won't pick up any European brands here, but the price--$5 for a pair in a wide range of colors and styles--can't be beat. Instead of a foot-long sub, treat yourself to some sassy shoes.

  6. 6 4 Star Rating: Recommended Fort Lauderdale Swap Shop
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    3291 W Sunrise Blvd, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33311 (map)

    You know this flea market is huge when it houses a 14-screen drive-in theater at night after the vendors clear out. On a good day, you'll see as many as 2,000 sellers offering up their wares. It's okay to haggle. In fact, you'll be kicking yourself if you don't.