Leaving CATO Behind

   I'm usually a pretty complimentary person when it comes to stores; after all, I wouldn't write a blog on shopping if I didn't love to shop.  I must admit that I probably won't return to the CATO store near Wal-Mart in Evans.

   The clothes were okay, mostly casual with a few dresses that attracted my attention.  There were a variety of styles and lengths for shorts and a few printed tops and jackets that I liked.  If you are plus-sized, they had a very large selection.  Prices were reasonable for the quality of clothes, with shorts ranging around $16 and a nice coordinated outfit for about $35. 

   But I could find all these types of clothes at other stores for about the same prices and with better service.  When I went in, that annoying bell went off like I was going into a convenience store.  That bell is one of my pet peeves.  I understand that it helps staff know when someone has come in; yet no one acknowledged me until I left, even when I walked by three salespeople.  A pair of open-toed red shoes caught my eye, yet there was no price on them or two other pairs I picked up.  Lastly, a couple of outfits on the clearance rack were still with their original prices. 

  CATO has some bargains, but this bargain shopper won't be back.