During the week of Sunday, August 17, 2003 through Saturday, August 23, 2003 clothing and footwear generally considered necessary for day-to-day activities and priced under $300 will be exempt from Connecticut sales and use tax. This replaces during the every-day exemption for these items when they cost less that $50 for the week. Items such as special clothing and footwear designed for athletics or protective use, jewelry, wallets, and umbrellas remain subject to tax. (Sales Tax Holiday, Department of Revenue Services, August 20, 2003)