CW’s show Gossip Girl is more than pop fluff. Teens are going nuts for the shows’ fashions, and stores are profiting as a result. TheStreet.com’s Kristin Bentz explains why the show and teens are moving markets together.  

Poor retail sales figures translate to deep discounts, so start looking for sales at department stores, both at the mall and online. And, look to next weekend for the best deals yet, when stores nationwide host Memorial Day sale events to try to cap off the month with strong figures.