9 budget tips
DON’T BUY anything that doesn’t fit just ’cause it’s cheap-getting a good deal is no big deal if you can’t wear it.
YOU DON’T NEED
to redo your whole wardrobe at the beginning of a season. Hold off on buying all at once—sometimes your tastes change after seeing everything that’s new-and you can shop around for the best price and score some sale merchandise.
TAKE AN INVENTORY
of your closet before a shopping spree so when you’re out you can buy fill-in pieces. Make a list of things you want/need and keep it with you when you shop.
DON’T JUST SHOVE
a season’s wardrobe to the back of the closet when the weather changes! All the tank and halter tops you get this summer are great to wear under a cardigan or shirt in fall. If you’re daring, you’ll even wear tights under summer’s corduroy shorts!
IF YOU DON’T HAVE
big bucks, buy a bright new ring or hair accessory. It’s a cheap way to get your shopping fix.
BEING BROKE is no joke. Don’t get in the habit of splurging your last dime (or charging) on something you can’t afford today.
PLAN IN ADVANCE.
Save up for a flirty dress or a new tank top now.
SHOP WITH A FRIEND
and ask his or her advice-many times a second opinion is good to have.
BEFORE YOU BUY
ask yourself, “What shoes can I wear with this?” If you don’t know, don’t go to the register.
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