Try Crabtree Valley Mall. I can visit the same store in Triangle Town Center, Southpoint, and Crabtree, and I'll find lots I like at the Crabtree store, and only hootchie-teenager stuff at the others. I think Crabtree has better buyers for their stores. Also, if you're into thrifting, there's a Plato's Closet in Cary, and a great little consignment shop called Next in downtown Wake Forest. Also, if you're on the south side of Raleigh or you're up for a bit of a drive, the outlets in Smithfield are worthwhile. There's a Gap and a Banana Republic outlet there, and I always have good luck with them.