Though I'm a thrift shopping pro, I love a good cheap chic deal at major department stores as well. But I hate how contrived many of the displays and "sales" are intended to make you spend more. Seriously, there's a psychology behind the music they play, the non-existence of clocks and more. It's so easy to get caught up and overspent {hence why I posted this on Instagram today}!

If you want to shop smart and score the real deals, check out a few tips to navigate any department store.