If Santa Were A Stylist... He'd Gift for Less

With the holidays just around the corner, Celebrity Stylists Mark-Alan Harmon and James Aguiar team up with Prime Outlets for the ultimate guide to gifting with style within any budget.

    With recommendations ranging from upscale luxury items to gifts that cost less than $25, Harmon, known for dressing Hollywood elite and regular appearances on the Style Network, E! and CNN Showbiz Tonight, and Aguiar, a host of the Emmy- nominated television series Full Frontal Fashion and highly sought-after media source for fashion and popular culture commentary, say shoppers can find high-end designer gifts while minding their wallets.

    "It simply doesn't make sense to pay full-price when you can find fabulous, quality gifts at the outlets for a fraction of the cost," said Harmon. "Be a savvy, stress-free shopper. Plan ahead, make a list and shop for designer goods at value-priced outlet centers."

    At everyday savings of up to 65 percent off full retail prices, Prime Outlets' shoppers have complete access to style icons including Gucci, Michael Kors, Fendi, Giorgio Armani, Lora Piana and Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH, among many others.

    According to Prime Retail's Senior Vice President of Marketing Karen E. Fluharty, Prime Outlets partnered with Harmon and Aguiar for holiday gift recommendations to help shoppers find high-style gifts for a fraction of the cost.

    "There has been a large consumer flight to value, with quality and brand names as key drivers," said Fluharty. "Consumers are looking to make smarter choices and these ideas are perfect for shoppers looking for designer gifts without paying full-price designer prices."

    To gift like a stylist this season, Harmon, Aguiar and Prime Outlets suggest the following ideas for every price point. What's more, those visiting http://www.primemycloset.com this holiday shopping season will enjoy a video series starring Aguiar who reveals his top gift selections from Prime Outlets' collection of leading designer and name-brand merchants.

--  LUXE for Less:
--  Designer statement jewelry is always a holiday favorite.  Look for ornate, trendy pieces for a fashion-forward gift sure to make an impression.

--  Less than $100
 --  A girl can never have enough handbags and the outlets are a great place to go when looking for a stylish, yet affordable, handbag this holiday season.  Look for sales inside the store and be sure to visit Guest Services for a coupon book for even more discounts and savings.

--  Less than $75
--  Ideal for people of all ages, a timepiece is the perfect gift for everyone on your list this season.  Be sure to select a watch that's fashionable yet timeless, as you want to make sure your loved one can wear it for years to come.

--  Less than $50
 --  Another chic, affordable gift that your loved ones are sure to use often is a luxe leather wallet.  Designer outlet brands offer a large selection of high-quality wallets for a fraction of the cost. Look for a bright, vibrant wallet for her and a coffee or chocolate brown wallet for him.

 --  Less than $25
--  Don't forget to pick-up several "emergency gifts" to use as stocking stuffers and hostess gifts during the holidays.  Umbrellas, key chains, scarves, gloves and ties make thoughtful gifts for last-minute parties and events.

About Prime Outlets

Headquartered in Baltimore, Md., Prime Outlets owns and operates 22 outlet shopping centers in the U.S. and Puerto Rico. Spanning more than 8.2
million square feet throughout major United States markets and Puerto Rico, Prime Outlets is home to more than 400 leading designer and name-brands such as Gucci, Giorgio Armani, Burberry, kate spade, Michael Kors, St. John, Juicy Couture, Stuart Weitzman, Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH( )and Neiman Marcus Last Call. The company's retail outlets serve major markets including Orlando, Pittsburgh, Washington, D.C., Austin/San Antonio, Texas and Williamsburg, Va., among many more. In addition Prime Outlets currently has two new ground-up projects in development: Prime Outlets - Grand Prairie, serving the Dallas/Fort Worth metro area, and Prime Outlets -
Livermore Valley, serving the San Francisco Bay region. For more information, please visit http://www.primeoutlets.com

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