TOP FIVE TIPS TO STAY FASHIONABLE ON A BUDGET

Louis vuitton  handbags, rolex watch, topshop high waisted shorts , A- line skirts, levi jeans, denim jackets... cropped tops, we want them all. As fashionistas, we can spend our last bucks on really cool outfits and shoes, then drive around with our check engine lights on.

 For years, I have been thinking of ways of getting all of my fashion obsssessions met without robbing a bank or emptying my bank account.  Pointer alert, I would never rob I bank. So finally, I have come up with a kick- ass strategy that I am sharing with you today.

Build a budget

The basic rule that comes to mind is never to allow your expenditure exceed your income.  Second rule is to make sure you've cleared all loans and debts you might have incurred. Third, make a budget form, fill it each month and stick to it, more especially  the section for clothing and accessories.

Have a shopping list

Don't be an impulse buyer. Make a list what you need to buy and add the time and date you have to go for the shopping. Did I mention the fact that you have to stick to this list? Don't be in a rush to get this shopping list done, look through magazines,  go online, literally brainstorm about it passionately.

Save

Save as least as much you spend on clothes per month. There is always this security that comes with having little money stashed away somewhere. I've heard of the shopping savings account and I think it is totally cool. Also by saving you are powered to make bigger purchases in the future.

Have a style

Yves Saint Laurent once said that fashion fade, style is eternal.  And I couldn't agree more.  The first step to finding your style is identifying what you love when it comes to dressing.  Some of us are instantly drawn to the bold colours, some of us just love all things sports and some of us are conservative.  If you have a personal style, you would not be crazily dancing to the tune of  every trend that pops up. You become your own trendsetter. Importantly,  know your body shape and buy clothes that flutter it.

Know where to shop

Vital info alert! There are always shops that sell your much- loved designer clothes for less.  There are also boutiques that you could bargain to have a cloth half the price on the price tag. I have to stress on this point,  keep your receipts as this would help you in making your budget and actually guide you as to where to shop.

In a way,  we can have it all. It might not be as easy as pie but with commitment we can have it all.

          Still smiling in the dream world...

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