I do go to resale and thrift stores regularly and spend alot of money there, when I get bored with my stuff I have a garage sale and lots of times get most of my money back. However, these stores prices have really raised over the last couple years and now I have to watch more closely to make sure I am getting a bargain. Recently a store called Carsons was running 70% off the markdown, I was able to get brand new, very stylish clothes, CHEAPER then I can at resale/thrift stores. But, I love going and looking. I have found some excellent comforters etc....no way could I buy new like I do there...so just depends on the area, my husbands job has us travel alot and the different areas have different prices so I always have to check them out when we go to new places!!