Remember the days when denim was a signature staple in the wardrobe of every distinguished diva...when dark blue dungarees were a glamour girl's choice when she wanted to take her refined country look upscale and into town? I'm not talking about low-rise faded blues. No, think Brooke Shields in the late '80s and how she refused to go anywhere without her Calvins. I'm talking about the Sassoons that left a wake of oooohs and a chorus of la la's everywhere you walked.

On Sunday I did a little shopping at the Prime Outlets in Ellenton and I can't even begin to tell you about the great deals and beautiful buys I saw in stores like Escada, BCBG and Banana Republic. But, I think the day's most treasured find was the pair of killer jeans I found at the Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store.

The chain's Early Fall Sale is bringing back the glory days of denim with beautifully cut pieces that leave no room for doubt about the serious style of the guys and girls lucky enough to be wearing a pair. Ralph Lauren describes the array of jean choices as "modern, timeless style." I describe the collection - every piece - as so classically cool, it's all so hot! Knee-length skirts, fitted skinny jeans and classic-cut rider's pants round out the chic collection.

In addition to redefining denim choices, a trip to your local  Polo Ralph Lauren Factory Store will reveal an impressive flair of fall tweed, signature polos and rough-riding rugby shirts. The best part about it all? The exclusive offer sale ($25 off every $150 spent) that kicks off July 30 and runs through Aug. 26th.

It's these kinds of deals that distinguish outlet shopping in the Sunshine State. And, with outlet options in every corner of Florida, you can always find exactly what you're looking for, no matter your destination.

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