How to Avoid Spending Too Much Money on Your Wardrobe

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Know your image.

   Buy clothing that accentuates your eyes, hair, skin tone and figure.
   
   Buy clothing only if it's exceptional and coordinates well with your existing wardrobe.
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   Step 2: Have control.

   Avoid impulse shopping.
   
   Don't buy things because they're on sale.
   
   Don't let your friends convince you to buy something you don't want.
   
   You should only buy things you need, not things you want.
   
   Come back to an item after you've had time to think it over. , Leave credit cards at home.
   
   Keep your price limits in mind. , Know exactly what you're looking for and stick to a list.
   
   So you only buy what you need.
   
   Don't spend your spare time browsing through the malls. , Buy them during sales at high end stores, so that they'll fit well and hold up to frequent washing.
   
   Buy a fairly plain little black dress.
   
   Buy a black skirt and pants.
   
   Buy one pair of black shoes with a slight heel.
   
   Buy one pair of boots and sandals per season.
   
   Buy two pair of good jeans. , Buy them at lower end stores, because you may only wear them for a season. , Add a scarf, necklace or earrings to make each outfit a little different. , Learn basic sewing or crocheting skills.
   
   Make a purse, scarf or a simple skirt for a lot less.
   
   These are very easy to make. , As you purge your closet, from season to season, reuse those favorite fabrics.
   
   Make smaller, more fashionable garments.
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   Step 3: Bring cash.

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   Step 4: Streamline your shopping.

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   Step 5: Have quality classics.

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   Step 6: Buy a few trendy tops.

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   Step 7: Accessorize.

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   Step 8: Stretch your wardrobe.

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   Step 9: Recycle fabric.

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