Five great tips for buying fashionable clothes in Moscow without breaking the bank
Moscow not only offers attractive and unique architecture and fabulous nightlife, come and shop here and you will see it with your own eyes. You will be surprised, but some fashionable things can be cheaper here than elsewhere, especially because the ruble has fallen in value against foreign currencies. Remember to use these tips to save even more money.
1.Use the tax refund
Good news! Since the beginning of 2018, foreigners (except those from countries of the Eurasian Economic Union) have the right to make tax-free purchases in Russia. You can be reimbursed 18% of your expenses when leaving the country. You'll need to shell out at least 10,000 rubles (140 euros) in one day in one and the same store to be able to claim the tax refund, so don't hesitate to treat yourself!
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Tax refund points are now operating at Moscow, St. Petersburg and Sochi airports.
2.Follow the seasonal sales
Sales and discounts are a great opportunity to fill your wardrobe with trendy clothes and shoes without spending all your salary there. Most collections in Russia are updated every season and old stocks are sold off with discounts (mid-season sales take place in spring and autumn). Most stores in Russia do not close, even on weekends, and often carry sales before public holidays: March 8, May 1, June 12 and others.
But there are two periods when you can enjoy shopping with maximum savings: at the end of December and at the end of June. This is the time when people really go shopping crazy, even if they don't need anything! Just because the discounts go up to 70-80%.
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3.Visit the outlets
The sales never end in Moscow! The largest factory outlet (outlet) is located not far from the city center at the Leninsky Prospect metro station (Ordzhonikidze Street, 11). Here you can find dozens of famous stores like Mexx, Guess, Nike, Adidas, Calvin Klein and Karen Millen. In addition to clothing and footwear, there are discount stores selling sports, household, optical, luggage and cosmetics. And a few cafes where you can take a break.
Another large factory outlet is also located not far from the city center, near the Prospect Mira metro station (Olimpiski Prospect, 16/1) in the Olimpiski sports complex (built for the Olympic Games in summer of Moscow in 1980). The brands are almost the same - Levi's, Mexx, Calvin Klein, Iceberg, Crocs, Ecco. Discounts range from 30 to 90 percent.
If you want to find more luxury brands go outside of Moscow! The Belaya Datcha outlet village (buses depart from Kotelniki metro station every 10-15 minutes) was built on the model of European outlets and resembles a small town with its main square, cozy cobbled streets and well-kept houses. ordered. Among the brands are Accessorize, Furla, la Perla, Marella. All year round you can find Levi's here at half price - so try your luck!
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Russia's most famous store, the Tsoum, which you've probably spotted near the Bolshoi Theatre, also has six discount outlets across Moscow (check out the site). Discounts for select luxury brands are up to 70 percent!
Other popular shopping centers in Moscow include Vnukovo Outlet Village with Incanto, Aldo, Hugo Boss and Escada (Yougo-Zapadnaya metro station, bus 611) and Fashion House with Vans, Motivi, Benetton and Lee (metro station Rechnoy Vokzal, bus 400). And you don't actually even have to go there - you can buy everything online!
4.Getting a loyalty card
Even if a store belongs to a global chain, your loyalty card may not be valid in Russia. Shops in Moscow often offer special offers and closed sales for cardholders only. So, if you are often in Moscow, it is a good idea to have a customer card from your favorite store.
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5.Try Russian fashion brands
Modern Russian designers have a lot to offer for a reasonable price! Take a look at their sporty and casual clothes. Young Russians wear cozy hoodies and roomy bags from Zaporogets Heritage, don Tvoie pants and choose simple gray T-shirts from Oh, My. To learn more about new Russian designers and find out how to shop online in Russia, follow the link!
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