Every thrifty shopper knows there is a right time to buy everything and when to wait to get something. This month, there are certain items you shouldn't pass on. The arrival of fall inventory for furniture retailers mean that they are looking to clear showrooms in July. AOL Shopping has the inside scoop on that and more items to watch for this month.

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Congratulations! You and your spouse are the proud parents of a new bundle of joy. Now comes the fun part -- accessorizing. But do you really need a video monitor? Or a wiper warmer? AOL Shopping has answers from real Moms on what you really need. So put away that frumpy diaper bag.

Losing weight is always a worthwhile cause, but shedding weight quickly isn't easy -- so the next best thing is to make it appear as if you have slimmed down. AOL Shopping offers a series of tips -- including what to wear and how to wear it -- to help you look 10 pounds lighter in an instant.

As the weather turns warm, wedding invitations start showing up and the task of picking a good gift falls to the assorted guests. AOL Shopping is here to help, explaining why buying china is a waste of time (they won't use it anyway) and offering much better options to make sure your gift is something the newlyweds will actually enjoy.

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We all need a little help looking younger as we age. Luckily there are now some great makeup products out there that can do that amazingly well. There's lipstick that can plump up your pout, mascara that can expand lashes and a whole host of products -- from foundation to eyeshadow to eyeliner -- to beat wrinkles. AOL Shopping has some great picks for older women looking to turn back the clock a bit.

Despite what cross-trainer commercials would like you to believe, not all shoes are created equally. Each sport requires a different kind of shoe to protect your feet, and if you are wearing the wrong pair you increase your risk of injury -- not to mention things like corns, calluses, blisters and cramps. AOL Shopping breaks down what you need.

Think the deal you're getting on that ring or that bag is too good to be true? Well, you're probably right. But, it's hard to be sure if it's a counterfeit product, especially over the Internet. Luckily, AOL Shopping has an easy guide on how to tell whether your ring is real (look at the setting and the color) and how to spot other commonly faked products like bags, perfume and more.

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Rules of fashion are like rules of life ... they are made to be broken. Just ask AOL Shopping. Ever heard that you should avoid dresses above the knee if you're a certain age? Forget it. What about never wearing denim-on-denim? You got it. Myth ... busted. And they have more.

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The Mac versus PC debate has raged for quite a few years with both sides insisting that their preferred computer is the better one. So who is right? Well, the Apple is definitely stylish and more stable, but Windows has lots more options and the PC costs less to own over the years. AOL Shopping has all the ins and outs for you to make the right buy.