Hey y"all, how has your week been so far? Splendid I guess :). BTW, I hope y'all enjoyed reading my previous posts? Following my post on the "wardrobe essentials for men" , I decided to add some few tips and tricks to get the most for your money from shopping as you are building your wardrobe. Not everyone can afford the luxury of wearing the expensive brands we see on the rich n famous. The key to building a great wardrobe on modest budget is not to do it all it once, but to take it in steps. Here are some tips to follow:
- Sort out you closet: First, before spending a dime, you must commit to making the change. Do this by going through your current clothing and setting aside everything that you 1) Have not worn for two years 2) Is noticeably stained and 3) Fits so poorly not even a master tailor could adjust it to fit. Also keep in mind that trends go and they come, so be very liberal with your selection process Now that you’re down to the stuff you plan to keep, take stock of what you still need.
- Have a shopping list: Nothing works out without doing some research first.Try to make a list of things that you need and the things you would like to have. Make yourself a priority for the upcoming season.Stick with what you need and buy that stuff first. If your budget allows it, treat yourself with something that you wished, but have a plan. There is no point in buying clothing items that you cannot pair with anything you already have. Follow this blog and i'll be keeping y'all up-to-date with the latest trends :).
- Have A Budget: Here is the basis of our discussion. After you make yourself a list, make yourself a budget. See how much you can spend on clothes that you need. In the beginning buy less. A good alternative to buying an item you have seen in a magazine or on T.V, is to buy one that looks exactly like it. Have a plan how much to spend on a pair of shoes, how much to spend on a shirt, how much to spend on accessories.
- Quality over quantity: Even if you are shopping on a budget, Don't be afraid to spend some money here and there. Quality is much more important than quantity. Buy clothes with good fabric-100% cotton, etc. Good quality leather goods will last you a long time if you take care of it. This is true especially for the shoes. If you buy few necessary pairs that have great quality, with good care, you can wear them for a while. If the sale season is coming, wait and maybe you can buy some quality stuff on the sales.
- The Perfect Fit: I can't overemphasize this tip. Buy clothes that fit you. If you have gained some weight and you plan to lose that weight and get back to your normal size then postpone shopping for later. Don’t buy something that fits you now and in two months you will lose 10 kg. Then it will be too big and you wasted your money. Also do not buy things that look good but don’t fit your silhouette. Don’t follow fashion, follow your style. I will write a post on size guides for those of you that don't know your shoe or clothing sizes.
- Have patience: If you cannot afford some things don’t bother yourself about it. Do not become frustrated or obsessed with clothes. It should be fun. If you can, save some money on the side for future shopping tours. You don’t need to buy everything now. Besides, it takes time to build great wardrobe. Rome wasn't built in a day either. Also pay attention to SALES, Women are experts in this field you can get a lot of quality stuff at a bargain.
- Update your list: Remember fashion is constantly evolving. Keep refreshing my blog and all your favorite magazines and blogs on what is hot in fashion and style. This way you will always be up-to-date with the latest fashion trends. Remember that true style comes from within and sometimes we have to make sacrifices to look good :).
I hope y'all find this helpful :)... Feel free to also ask questions. As always remember, Whatever you do today, be fashionable! Make a statement! Own the room!
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