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Clothes shopping on a budget

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Clothes shopping on a budget

Many of us love shopping for new clothes. But sometimes we want to keep up with fashion trends so badly that we spend too much – sometimes on clothes we don’t even wear. So here are some tips to shop on a budget.

Buy only what you need

Don’t buy clothes unless you really need them – even when they’re on sale. I’ve got a wardrobe full of clothes that I bought cheaply but that I hardly ever wear. A complete waste of money! A good way to do this is to make a shopping list – and to stick to it. My trick to make sure shopping is still fun? One of the items on my list is always ‘one impulse buy’.

Give yourself a budget

Another good way to limit your spending is to give yourself a budget. Do some research online beforehand, so that you know how much the items you need are going to cost. This helps you set a realistic budget. Even better: take the amount you want to spend with you in cash and leave your credit card or debit card at home.

Buy quality

It seems so simple: spend less on an item and you can buy more of them. But think: how long is it going to last? Is it still going to look this good after a wash? Or ten washes? High-quality clothing is more expensive, but it’s also made with care and with better materials. Chances are it will last longer – and because it keeps looking good, you will wear it for longer.

Buy during end-of-season sales

At the end of, for example, the summer, summer clothes will go on sale. Time to think ahead and buy your summer clothes for next year. Is the winter almost over and does your winter coat have a nasty tear in it? Buy your next winter coat now, when prices are reduced. Your bank account will look even better than you!

Go second-hand

Second-hand shops are becoming more and more popular, and most larger town have at least one. They are a really good option if you’re not too bothered about the latest fashion and if you like a bargain. There are many that only sell quality clothing that look (almost) new. In some you pay per item, in others per weight. This is your chance to buy some timeless classics for a fraction of the original price!

Fix, don’t replace

You know another good thing about buying quality clothes? They are usually easier to fix than cheap items. Do your jeans have a hole in the knee? Has a seam in your skirt come loose? Is the zipper broken in a jacket that still looks fine otherwise? Find a clothing repair shop, ask a handy friend or family member – or take a course in mending clothes yourself. It’s the best investment you’ll ever make.

 

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