FIRST TIME shopping at a CRATE & BARREL OUTLET! | Designing The Dream Vlog

[@lindacurtis-smith9835]

Thank you for taking us with you! I typically won't watch when You Tube folks take me "thrifting" with them. However, this was different and I enjoyed it. I raised my eye brows every time I saw the price tags too. lol

[@DesigningTheDream89]

It definitely was an eye-opening experience for me! 🤣

[@robinsiciliano8923]

Had a Restoration Hardware outlet open close to my home around 8years ago. Found the same kind of vibe there. Decor was not enough of a discount to be worth it imo. Purchased one piece of deeply discounted damaged furniture that I still own and love. Think these places shine for the possibility of finding a treasure amongst average items?? This vlog reassured me that I wasn’t alone in these feelings about high end outlets.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

You are definitely not alone!

[@chrismctague5015]

My thoughts exactly. Probably better to shop the regular store clearance items

[@dboutier5636]

When Crate & Barrel first opened in the late 60s in Chicago. They were great deals to be found. It was a couple of steps up from Pier one and appeared to be a more higher end. I got some Beautiful wine glasses there. The large round kind. They were just under two dollars each. We bought nine, an extra one in case one broke. It was quite a splurge as newlyweds.I still have them, all nine.You could get some great deals back then. Now everything is overpriced even at the “outlet“ store.

[@Eveyjim10]

Hi 👋! I purchased a sofa from wayfair for my new house 2 yrs ago. After waiting 5 months they deliver the wrong color. After a few calls…they said they were going to deliver the correct color but it’s going to take another few weeks. 🤦🏽‍♀️. After seeing the sofa I wasn’t too happy with the material. It looked kinda cheap. Anyway while waiting for the replacement sofa I decided to check out a local outlet mall and I happen to see a C&B outlet store so I decided to check it out. Well the moment I walked in I saw the sofa of my dreams. I quickly went to it and other than a small dent (barely noticeable) on the arm it was perfect. The original price was $2100 and after a few markdowns it was price at $1300. 😮. The Wayfair one was $1800. While sitting on this beautiful sofa of my dreams 😂I immediately called Wayfair to cancel my replacement order. It was meant for me that day. And I’m still in love with it. So I was definitely lucky. Also Wayfair told me to keep the wrong color sofa. I have that one sitting in my sunroom. Win win!

[@Eveyjim10]

Oh….and I got a full refund from Wayfair too.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Oh man, that’s definitely a win!! ❤️

[@douglaswild3852]

Way way WAY too expensive!! I can’t believe people think they are getting a deal at these prices?! Thanks for the heads up. 👍🏼

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Right?!?

[@kellymckie119]

I see that you weren't over ecstatic about the Crate & Barrel Outlet thank you for experience❤❤

[@MUZIKSPOT]

I’m shocked, I live in New Jersey and the Crate&Barrel outlet here is amazing. I’ve saved thousands. I have a bedroom set that I could have never bought in the Crate&Barrel store. I have a coffee table, a dining table, 2 credenzas, and 2 end tables. People think I have lots of money and it all came from Crate&Barrel …. Opps outlet… 😂Amazing in New Jersey

[@dianebaker5243]

Lovely video.🥰👍

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Ok! That’s good to know! Maybe it’s just the one here that is crazy. Haha

[@kathyhoward9182]

TFS! Excited for your next project.

[@Suegilmour]

This happened to Williams and Sonoma my favorite store ever. A little pricey but I loved the store and the quality.Once a year we would go to. Vegas and the highlight for me was the outlet store in State Line.Beautiful stuff and more than half the price of the Mall WS. Knew what I was looking for and knew the prices.Then on the trip about 3 years ago I was shocked at the prices of the Outlet store. Same prices as the Mall WS.I asked the staff , they said WS was losing money so they used the prices! Never went back I was Heartbroken. Same as CB. ALWAYS RIPPING YOU OFF.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

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[@goeshen4359]

Love your authenticity - definitely based in real reality ❤

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Thank you!!

[@lauriehuttunen4202]

We have a C&B Outlet in Asheville NC, but we dont have a regular C&B store. Ive had moderate success with small items at the outlet. I snagged a great deal on a lampshade and a reasonable price on some linen pillows with down inserts. The furniture is mostly too big and too pricey for my taste and budget. A friend lucked out with a great price on some outdoor chairs - no damage at all. Our outlet used to have upholsy fabric by the yard which was a good deal if you were redoing furniture.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

I wish this one was better! Yours sounds great

[@mikiewifnoe360]

There is nothing at C&B that is worth the price. Most outlets buy from discounters, and this is something you would never find in their nondiscount stores. Of course, they will also have their own merchandise. Unless you know the actual price of an item when in the ND store and you see it is the outlet, often the discounted price is taken off of a price that never was.

[@MrsMLewis01]

I totally agree with you on the outlet, I’ve gone 3 times to that same store in Seal Beach because I live in the area and it just remind me of high end Goodwill. I was very disappointed.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Right?!

[@johnborges5938]

I've watched C&B over about 30+ years. They seem to carry distinct classes of furniture - some forgettable and/or less well made stuff, some pretty well made stuff, and some crazy expensive stuff. Their aesthetic also evolves and sometimes just shifts. Can't say I'm a fan of their current furniture aesthetic, but I understand the appeal. A nice video tour!

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Thank you!!

[@DonnaSam-csamgo519]

We had one in El Segundo, it lasted...almost 2 yrs. Still too expensive

[@conniepharr7426]

I wonder the same, who is buying that stuff? On another note, I know your channel is about diy and decor and I really do enjoy the content but can I tell you how happy I am to see Scout? That sweet little face makes my day. Can’t wait to see what’s in the works for the next project.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Haha don’t let her hear that! It’ll go straight to her head 🙈🐶

[@JessicaJones-me6sp]

I could have told you the prices were ridiculous. We've had one for years. The furniture doesn't look as bad, but Very little difference in the pricing. I think they try to fool people into thinking the are getting a deal.

[@deyaoren]

Just got two matching sofas (88 inches and 66 inches) and a 60 inches oval coffee table for $2500. no damage. you can't get that price at ikea

[@LoremLipsumz]

Just a preference, but I can’t stand it when KZbinrs put songs in the video. Most of the time it’s distracting and I’m forced to hear lyrics or styling I don’t care for. The chill instrumental music is perfect. 👍 Loved the outing! ❤

[@trentdotson1522]

Long-established C&B outlet in Alexandria, VA, near me. Very similar furniture: catastrophic gouges, wonky cabinet doors, stains …. Okay deals to be had, if you’re willing to keep going back (and put in some work). My main gripe is the amount of things that aren’t discounted at all-glassware, notably. Like, they’re counting on you assuming everything is marked down bc it says “Outlet” out front.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Yeah I noticed that as well!

[@jinjerlucas47]

Pottery Barn/Ballard Design Outlet is the same way. I've never found anything at a good price. I could get that price for non damaged item if I stalked online for clearance/sale.

[@sweetpickleinc]

We have an Arhaus Loft (outlet) near by and it has very similar vibes. It also gives me pause as to the quality and durability of the retailers’ items when you see them beat up so badly at the outlet center. Too bad because I, too, love me some CB and CB2!

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Oh man I love Arhaus! I’d probably fall for it the same way I did this outlet. 🤣

[@rsmith1820]

Stores like that rely on their name & the fact that people don't comparison shop. As long as some folks can say, "Oh I got it from ... outlet" they aren't disclosing how they had to THOUSANDS more get items professionally cleaned or repaired

[@Unpopularity]

content is getting more professional. Still wish you'd cut the monologue shorter and sharper. 4 minutes in and we're just now getting to see the stuff on the shelves.

[@toinex1]

I like nice and new as well, im not into thrifting items that belonged to other people. Its just a preference tbh. I think an alternative to thrifting is buying handcraft new items.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

That’s why I really like flea markets because they have antiques but also have local vendors making unique items, so I’m not buying the same things from these big box stores that everyone else has.

[@tmoore1144]

I don't care how cheap something is, if I have to dig through a messy ton of junk to find it first. Ugh. My time is not worth that struggle. I just make my old stuff last. Thanks for doing this so we don't waste our time.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Hahaha agreed

[@abcd1239me]

We do not have these stores in the town I live in. But those prices were something that I would not spend.

[@judygraczyk9205]

You can get better deals buying online when they have sales!

[@joanpolly8544]

I have a Pottery Barn outlet near me and I had the same reaction when I went in there. The discounts were not great enough to offset the condition on most items. I thought things would be 50% lower than the showroom and great deals would be found. Disappointingly wrong

[@MelMc188]

Btw, don’t worry about the fall thing in July, I’m already planning my fall outfits 😅. I love love love the season.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Haha I’m glad I am not the only one!

[@tstieber]

Just found your channel bc this video was in my feed, right after we were at a Crate + Barrel Outlet two days ago (solid algorithm, Google)! We went to the location in San Marcos near San Diego and had the same exact perception -- poor quality, poor selection, high prices. Now years ago (maybe as recent as five years ago, let's just say pre-pandemic), Crate and Barrel Outlet Stores were actually much nicer and in better locations. They looked and felt more similar to the actual stores, they had better products at better prices, and the stores were smaller. Since then, they've been shifting to renting cavernous, unimproved strip mall spaces left behind by former big box tenants and just randomly pile in a bunch of crap. Shockingly bad -- until you go to an RH Outlet! That makes Crate and Barrel Outlet look like Rodeo Drive...

[@DesigningTheDream89]

I definitely want to check out a RH Outlet!

[@tstieber]

@@DesigningTheDream89 prepare to be super disappointed! 😂

[@matiasbenavidesdigitalvisu9511]

On web a fancy armchair they give you warranty only 3 months, you can guess the life duration

[@chillnndc]

Bro is like how I was today when I wondered down the clearance isle at Walmart 😅😅😅😅😅

[@DesigningTheDream89]

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[@ericpbee2147]

The furniture looked generic and overpriced.

[@rockshot100]

Not to mention obviously cheap and trendy. A whole warehouse of the stuff that couldn't even withstand being displayed. Wayfair might even be worse quality. Now "disposable furniture" is the standard.

[@ericpbee2147]

@@rockshot100 so true. Wayfair is good for someone who likes to change furniture every 2 years and doesn't care about the best quality.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Way overpriced for what you’re getting! Agreed

[@toinex1]

@@ericpbee2147wayfair is also good for people who can't afford high priced quality items. Everyone doesn't have the same budget. I personally don't like wayfair but I understand why people shop those places.

[@jennifergoodwin5597]

Outlet stores are no longer like they used to be when I shopped them in the 90s. They’re no longer discounted good products. They’re overpriced products and a lot of damaged products. Or they’re a regular store just marked as outlet store, where they can sell last season’s products at still high prices.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Yeah I’m going to have to agree…

[@vhswan3833]

I love that you called Fall a “Holiday” and one of your favorites

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Hahaha it is in my book!

[@MsDeanie1]

TFS 🤗

[@designlady1732]

There's a Crate and Barrel Outlet store near me. It opened more than 10 years ago and I've been there maybe 3x. Bought a total of three Christmas ornaments, a tiny beach chair and a matching umbrella. Everything else was overpriced, broken beyond repair or both. Not sure what gives with these "outlets". A recently closed Bloomingdales Furniture Outlet had the same kind of over-priced, damaged goods (plus mattresses) on their floor. NO one was buying. Like, can't these guys take a loss??!? Mark it down to SELL for goodness sake.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

It’s amazing to me that they stay in business! I’m not sure I saw a single person at the checkout the entire time I was there. Lots of people coming and going…

[@designlady1732]

@@DesigningTheDream89 Yep. Same here. I have to congratulate my fellow NJ lady (below) who found some deals. I have not had the same experience, by a long shot. I'm told the RH outlet is promising if you're in the market for some of their larger pieces. I will agree with you, the are decent dupes of C&B accessories at Home Sense, Home Goods and sometimes even Aldi (!!).

[@vontricemcrath2658]

Somebody should've warned you. The outlets are always kind of underwhelming and sad.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

To be fair, I read a lot of warnings online… but I saw positive things too. Had to make up my own mind

[@oaklandcookie]

I visited the Crate and Barrel Outlet in Berkeley and it was not worth it. The OLD Crate and Barrel Outlet was great but it has been gone for years. Super cheap prices on kitchen stuff and accessories, not as much focus on furniture.

[@vickielee143]

The one in Dallas is about the same

[@mascottie]

I can’t stand outlets. I never find good deals there. Plus, the clothing stores sell a cheaper made product that is usually bad.

[@rockshot100]

As they say, You went there so I don't have to. Never been to any of these places, they are just not convenient to get to. Never been to Ikea, now have no desire. It is meant to "look good", but no consideration of durability or any practical daily use. None of these vendors have any integrity, if you have a valid complaint, too bad. If I bought a dining table and within the first few weeks, it chipped because I put a plate on it, I would be PO'd. Like the stuff they sell at home Depot, it is meant to only last until you pay for it. There should be some, (however limited) warranty on this junk, against manufacturing defects. Most of their customer base are green activists, but don't see what goes into manufacturing this stuff only to go into a landfill or incinerated in less than a year. Does this increase "carbon footprint" and "climate change"? I stick with vintage as long as I can sterilize it; I figure if something even from the 80's has lasted for over 40 years, it is superior. Too often it is very easy to "update" for very low if any cost. See Kara's channel, "Lemons to Lemonade", and others like her. I understand what to look for to judge the quality of a piece, but they should have to state the materials before you buy. Obviously, most cannot or don't care to assess the probable longevity of furniture, rugs, curtains, etc., and they bank on it. A tabletop made of plaster will not last, but most do not know what plaster is. Thanks you have satisfied my curiosity. I want nothing they sell, even for free.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Haha if I am to go outside of my comfort zone and buy something “trendy” it’ll only be a piece of decor, not furniture. I think a good piece of furniture should be timeless enough so you can constantly change everything up around it and the furniture still works.

[@mariagonzalez6318]

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[@lechatbotte.]

All I can say is trendy isn’t always timeless. Too much trendy these days.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Agreed!

[@kennixox262]

I had my time with Crate & Barrel about 30 years ago and it was great then. Way back, C&B sold small kitchen appliances, the better stuff. Today, so much of it seems to be the same stuff furniture wise across all the major retail outlets - a lot of the same stuff. I can see the look of disappointment on your face at the outlet store which looks like a lot of scratch and dent furniture destined for a porn set in some Porn Valley warehouse. There are some excellent finds at C&B if one looks. Glad that I have passed that point in my life. Loved the "Home Goods" comment. So much now is imported from China and other low wage counties. Sad.

[@sherlondastephens5683]

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[@sharonh2991]

I thought it looked like a thrift store too.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

I was shocked

[@1892ANF]

Welcome to the NNPT Support Group 😂

[@MelMc188]

Those prices were shocking considering the condition of the furniture pieces. It’s a complete rip off. The vlog videos are so fun. You seem to be getting more comfortable in front of the camera too. Do you feel weird filming in public? I know some people find it awkward, but you don’t appear to.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

Oh I still feel very awkward about it. 🙈

[@jamgart6880]

There was so little colour in that outlet, the broken bits of cardboard were the only hints of warmth in there! Very grey and concrete feeling. The lack of life in it was so cold….and soo over priced! Are they actually making any money from that store? lol

[@DesigningTheDream89]

I would assume… but not from me! Lol

[@alfredbonnabel7022]

RIP OFF... STUPID MONEY 💰 FOR REALLY DAMAGED THINGS.

[@Nowayjose-vd1wm]

Wow! That place is a real dump...No offense, I hope. The prices were NUTS, even with their 30% off the lowest price it's still a rip off...and like you said the place was a wreck.

[@DesigningTheDream89]

No offense taken… lol

[@latertjs]

what a waste of time, the products shown were awful, and true that- why those prices for really destroyed furniture,... I follow a friend who visits Restore by Habitat for Humanity. The furniture there is in better shape than what I just saw and the prices are insane, I have told her that if I lived nearby by I would need a barn to house everything I would buy.... thank goodness I am not there.... and the money does go toward housing for people in need... so it's a win/win...

[@kpf546]

I love your channel but the music is still too loud. I have to turn the volume down then miss what you say when you start speaking. Thanks!

[@melindahajdin]

I got about halfway through before I had to quit because of the sheer intrusiveness of the awful, generic, AI generated music. It doesn't even match the mood of the video so it's just a distraction. Honestly I'd rather have no music at all than listen to this kind of auditory filler.