What you wear should speak volumes of what you are – but not at the expense of your bank account.
Let’s face it, we all want to look our best to the world. Fashion, after all, is about making a statement, allowing us to express ourselves in ways that catch people’s attention.
For sure, we don’t need to pay much just to appear trendy or look good in front of people. For that, here are a few ways you can save some extra bucks on clothes that speak for you!
1. Go bargain hunting
Designer clothes look good, but the price tags are nauseating! You are better off buying from thrift stores or boutiques. Sure, you might not find the brands you are looking for (unless you’re either persistent or lucky), but you can still find neat threads that will complete whatever get-up you are aiming for. And the best part? You don’t have to pay a fortune for newer and older styles. Many of these items are marked down to fit your wallet.
2. Consider the season
The best time to shop for marked down clothes is December. Despite the traffic and the long lines, the Christmas season is the best time to find the best deals for the clothes and accessories you like at a discount. But if you want these items at an even lower price, you might as well wait until it’s the right season where a certain item is no longer in demand. For instance, instead of buying winter gloves in November, you should buy a pair as early as March when winter items are being cleared out to make way for the spring and summer collections.
3. Check for quality
Whether it’s gay men’s apparel or comfy footwear for your little kids, fashion shoppers need to make sure that the items you’re buying are worth every cent. You wouldn’t want to spend a large amount of money on a designer coat that’s not very sturdy. When it comes to money-wise shopping, durability is more important than the price tag.
4. Buy secondhand clothes
They may lack that “mall” smell but second-hand clothes will look just as good on you for a price that’s below than the original. Drop by a neighborhood garage sale or browse online for used clothing. Just make sure you have the items washed and repaired before putting them on. After all, fashion is all about appearance and you want to look neat and tidy above all.
5. Make use of coupons and discount points
Whenever you’re given free coupons and discount stubs, do not throw these away. You won’t know when they will come in handy. A 10% discount isn’t much, but it may give you a chance to buy a more expensive piece at a better price, but it’s still a considerable amount if you use it along with a membership card to the store where you frequently shop. You might as well find coupons online using platforms like Slickdeals or Flipp.
Who says you need to be a millionaire to look like one? You only need to put your creative and resourceful mind to work and come up with an affordable wardrobe that will make heads turn.