When I visit my childhood home in South Carolina for the holidays, I always swing by TJ Maxx. From leather handbags to hair tools to lounge chairs, this department store chain is one-stop shopping at its best. Plus, you can score some amazing designer items on clearance.
If you're hoarding gift cards (no judging here!) to hit up post-holiday sales, here are 17 reasons why you should swipe away at TJ Maxx.
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Those red clearance tags will give you a rush!
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You can always find the shoes you want in your size.
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The handbags are arranged by colors, making it easy for you to find that red purse you're searching for.
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They sell affordable and cute workout gear so you can exercise like a champ.
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The jewelry counter is always alluring.
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You won't spot a wall of scarves this impressive anywhere else.
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Kenneth Cole, Cole Haan and Oscar de la Renta sunglasses for under $20? Take three pairs!
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You'll discover luxury items like this Hermes watch. Fancy, huh?
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TJ Maxx is where Betsey Johnson lives... and by that, we mean her wildly printed handbags.
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This place is a beauty fanatic's dream.
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You can grab one of the many cute notebooks near the checkout counter to write out your shopping list for next time.
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You may stumble upon a pair of Christian Louboutin heels. Just watch your back!
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Fancy fragrance gift sets are selling for low-low prices.
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Their carry-on luggage offerings simply can't be beat.
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Here is proof that you can find denim for under 20 bucks.
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For those girls that can't live without their flat irons, you can get a CHI for cheap.
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If you get tired from all that shopping, rest up in the housewares aisle. No one will find you under the pillows.
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If you rather sit at home in your PJs and shop online...