"I Feel So Much Better Buying A Top For $20" – Here Are 22 Celebs Who Love To Shop At Bargain Stores

"Give me a Salvation Army and a Goodwill and I will find stuff in there."

We often see our fave celebs flaunting the most luxurious designer items, but let's be honest, everyone appreciates a good deal now and again!

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Stars like Kim Kardashian, Lady Gaga, and even our favourite first lady Michelle Obama aren't afraid to be frugal. Here are 23 celebs that are proud bargain shoppers!

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1. Michelle Obama

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Yes, the first lady herself went full incognito whilst spotted shopping at Target in 2011, and in an interview with the Associated Press, President Barack Obama said that “one thing (Michelle) loves to do is shop at Target.”

2. Jessica Alba

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Actor-turned-entrepreneur Jessica started a new line of eco-friendly beauty and household items called The Honest Company, and decided to partner with her all-time favourite Target! Speaking on the store's corporate blog, Jessica made it clear that it wasn't just business, as she personally shops there herself: "I am personally a huge fan of Target – it’s a one-stop shop for everything!" 

3. Shailene Woodley

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Shailene is super environmentally conscious, and only wears secondhand clothes outside of movie roles. In an interview with the Hollywood Reporter she said, "I exclusively buy used clothes... I’m going to be a citizen of this planet, and I’m going to do my responsibility and live in stride with nature instead of constantly fighting against her."

4. John Mayer

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John was kinda late to the Costco party, but as I always say, better late than never! He took to Twitter to share his very relatable experience back in 2014. “Went to a Costco today. I don’t think I’ve ever been. Went nuts. Now I’m juicing and carbonating and brewing everything in sight." 

5. Sarah Jessica Parker

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SJP has been fond of thrifting all her life! She honed her style by hitting up thrift stores and taking inspiration from the streets and subways to create low-budget but chic outfits. "I was like, ‘How can I do that? How can I afford to do that? What’s my version of that?’ Honestly, thrift stores played such a huge part in my life before Sex and the City," she told InStyle in 2016.

6. Steve Carell

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Back in 2012, Steve Carell told O, The Oprah Magazine, that Target is “a store I cannot leave without making at least a nominal purchase.” I feel you, Steve.

7. Kris Jenner

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In 2019, during an appearance on Alex Isreal's video series "As It Lays," Kris said her favourite store is Costco and that she's "a bulk girl for sure." 

8. Ryan Seacrest

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Ryan was revealed to be a big fan of Costco after he gifted singer Justin Bieber a membership card for his 18th birthday. Which, can I just say, is a pretty great present for any new adult.

“I’ve known you for a few years, and I’ve been waiting for this moment because there’s something I’ve wanted to give you on your 18th birthday,” Ryan told Justin on his KIIS-FM radio show. “It’s something that I love. My buddies and I used to use this quite a bit when we were roommates. It’s a lot of fun.” 

9. Lana Del Rey

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Imagine minding your business in Costco, and then bumping into Lana – it would certainly make my day! The singer uploaded a photo of herself on her Instagram posing in a Costco parking lot. Someone commented on the post saying, "I've never been to Costco, what's it like?!" To which Lana replied, "stunning. But you have to be very aggressive. And I found it strange I was the only one riding along on my cart doing wheelies I mean it's a happy place, get happy?"

10. Bruce Willis

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Bruce confessed his love for bulk shopping in an interview with You Magazine back in 2013. "Strange as it may sound, I am a huge fan of Costco. I like that big cart – I fill it up with stuff and then I get to the counter and I don't need any of it, I don't need that enormous TV. But in its own way, Costco is like an art museum."

11. Jennifer Garner

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Jennifer is living in the aisles of Target, and has expressed that she's "such a fan" of the store. Again, speaking on the retailer's corporate blog, she said, I can get "anything and everything I need around the house, from laundry detergent to cute pool floats... When I’m on set and can’t be home to put my kids to bed, I like to leave them little pillow presents — Target’s the perfect place to find unicorns for one, Harry Potter for another and something silly for the other.”

12. Jimmy Kimmel

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We all know Jimmy Kimmel loves to crack jokes, but when he said it was his dream to move into Costco, something tells me he wasn’t just saying that to get a laugh. "I love going to Costco, it’s one of my hobbies," he said. "I went to Costco on Sunday just because I hadn’t been there in a while. I didn't need anything. I like to see what's new, maybe buy 100 rolls of paper towels."

13. Arnold Schwarzenegger

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I have to put my hands up, finding out that The Terminator himself wears pyjamas shocked me more than it should have. He tweeted about shopping in Walmart for "camo robes and pajamas" back in 2015, and I might have to go invest in some camo robes now because why not.

14. Kim Kardashian

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Kim took to Twitter to express her delight after bagging a major bargain found on eBay! "Do you guys ever shop on eBay? I just got an Elizabeth and James brand new w tags blazer for $169 its in stores now for $450! What a good deal!"

15. Selena Gomez

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I could list several reasons why I'm the ultimate Selenator, but I won't bore you with them – just know that I'm obsessed with how down-to-earth she is! Selena has proved she's a budget fashionista, commenting that when "it comes to shopping I love a bargain. I don't usually spend over the $20 mark. I feel so much better buying a top for $20 that isn't so different from the one that costs $200. It’s really rare that I buy something expensive, and if I do, I think about it over and over before splashing out."

16. Helen Mirren

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Oh, if only we could all live the life of Helen because she's literally the definition of carpe diem! The Oscar winner admitted that she leaves all her clothes behind when going on holiday and buys charity clothes when she reaches her destination.

“I love a good charity shop, especially when I'm travelling," Mirren said. "When I’m going to cold places, I take nothing — just underwear. On my way from the airport, I ask the driver to take me to a good charity shop, and I buy boots, socks, trousers, jumpers, sweaters, hats, scarves…on the way back to the airport I have it all in a big bag and drop it off at another charity shop."

17. Zoë Kravitz

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It's no secret that Zoë has incredible style, but her jewellery game is also on point! Her rings and bracelets combos never disappoint, and would you believe that most of her findings are vintage? Yes, the star revealed in Harper's Bazaar that she loves vintage items, whether it's to be worn or displayed in her home.

"If I'm shopping, I really like Assembly New York on the Lower East Side, Catbird in Brooklyn or Love Adorned in NoLita, which sells vintage jewellery and beautiful things for your house. There are fewer and fewer cool vintage stores now, unfortunately, but there’s a good one called Stock, on East 13th Street."

18. Zooey Deschanel

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Zooey is known for her vintage aesthetic and original style. As it turns out, she didn't have a lot of money growing up, which led to her hitting up secondhand stores and thrifting a lot in her teenage years. "I got things for, like, $2, $3 and made myself look as good as I could," she told InStyle. "Limitations make you more creative."

19. Janelle Monáe

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Are we even surprised that Janelle loves to find one-of-a-kind pieces at thrift stores? She's literally the definition of one of a kind! From her retro looks to her androgynous aesthetic, she's not afraid to take those fashion risks we all tend to shy away from. Janelle expressed her passion for thrifting in an interview with Associated Press, commenting, "I like one-of-a-kind pieces. I don't like everybody walking around in stuff that I have on."

20. SZA

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SZA is continuously serving us LEWKS, but can we take a moment to appreciate her T-shirt era? In an interview with Vogue back in 2016, she swore by vintage tees especially when it came to performing onstage as it taught her a lot about clothing. "You know how when you go to thrift stores and you go to the front there will be three shirts above the register that are way too expensive but way too cool? I started buying those."

21. Eva Mendes

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Eva shared her love of secondhand shopping sprees in conversation with Queen Latifah back in 2013. "Give me a Salvation Army and a Goodwill and I will find stuff in there. I love it. I'm a wannabe archaeologist. I could just excavate — I always think I'm gonna find a hidden tomb somewhere."

22. Lance Bass

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NSYNC's Lance is a noted TJ Maxx enthusiast! He partnered with the brand back in 2019 on The Maxx You Project, which is intended to inspire women to pursue their personal style. "I've always been a huge fan of TJ Maxx and love shopping there to score deals for my home and wardrobe," he told Hollywood Life.

23. Lady Gaga

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I think Lady Gaga is the shopping bestie I never knew I needed! The singer and actor revealed that she doesn't shy away from hunting through the sale racks, and even busting out a cheeky coupon here and there. In 2012, Gaga was a whole mood when she tweeted, "why do people look at me like I'm crazy when I use coupons at grocery or try bargaining at retail, IM FROM NEW YORK WHERE IS THE SALE RACK."

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