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Buying clothing is a very popular pastime for many, many people. In fact, you might say that some enjoy it so much they could easily make a career of it. However, the dollars spent on this joyful pursuit can add up all too quickly. So, in keeping with our theme of 'living well while spending wisely,' here are a few helpful tips for saving money on your clothing excursions:
First, determine what clothes you really need. Do you have outfits that can be mixed and matched with just a few new clothing items? If so, only buy those clothes that will add to the wardrobe you already have. It may not take more than a few accessories such as scarves, belts, or tops to greatly enhance an outfit.
Shopping with my mother is quite an amazing experience. We don’t just walk around, try things on & say, “Oh, that looks nice” to one another. No, no, no. It is strangely efficient, fulled by intuition & coffee, & everything is dissected, analyzed, pored over — from the shop display to the sales assistants, from the clothing construction to the way the garment looks on.
After talking it up with her the whole time, I decided I should write down some of my observations.

Hi

Buying clothing is a very popular pastime for many, many people. In fact, you might say that some enjoy it so much they could easily make a career of it. However, the dollars spent on this joyful pursuit can add up all too quickly. So, in keeping with our theme of 'living well while spending wisely,' here are a few helpful tips for saving money on your clothing excursions:
First, determine what clothes you really need. Do you have outfits that can be mixed and matched with just a few new clothing items? If so, only buy those clothes that will add to the wardrobe you already have. It may not take more than a few accessories such as scarves, belts, or tops to greatly enhance an outfit.

Thanks

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Shopping can be a pleasure or a chore. However you look at it, use these five tips to be an effective and organized shopper.

1. Dress well. In order to spend less and buy wisely, dress up in comfortable clothes. It's the same concept as going to the grocery store on a full stomach.

2. Shop with a plan. Know exactly what you need and how much you can spend. Write it down. Create a budget.

3. Keep an ongoing list of clothing needs posted in your closet. As you dress each morning, make notes of items you need to complete outfits such as a wider, brown belt or a white tee with v neck. Be specific. Take the list with you when you shop.

4. Before making a purchase ask yourself, "Does this match my wardrobe in terms of color, style and price? Is this on my needs list? How versatile is this piece? How many ways can I wear it?"

5. Shop first at high-end mass merchants (i.e., Target), outlet malls and off-price stores for basics such as tees, shirts and pants. You'll then have more money for seasonal updates like jackets and accessories.

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