Tuesday 3 November 2009

Fashion on a Budget

In today's tough economic times, one should not have to sacrifice fashion and style for gas and groceries. There are a few things to remember when buying clothes, first try and buy classics these pieces can last you years and won't ever go out of style. Secondly, buy versatile pieces, don't just buy a shirt or sweater that can only be worn in one outfit, buying versatile pieces can give you many outfit combinations. Third, try and find clothes cheaper there are a few ways you can go about this. You can get designer clothes at discount at places like outlets, factory stores, or discount stores. Another way is by finding garments that are similar to the ones that the celebrities wear at a fraction of the price, by shopping at stores like H &M, Heritage 1981, Forever 21, and Target. With these helpful tips you can buy fashion and style and still have money for gas and groceries. But before you go our here are a few fashion on a budget ideas that I've found.


This blazer can be found at many deisgners starting at $695.00 and can go up to $1250.00. But from The Gap is a classic wardrobe essential, it can be dressed up or dressed down and can go with virtually any top, and it can be yours for only $98.oo. (http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=40772&vid=1&pid=663388)





If you are on a budget then dark jeans are perfect for you. They are the hottest trend, dark jeans last longer, and tend to look more expensive, and make your legs look more slender. They are also the perfect jean for longevity. These jeans start at $195.00 and can go up to $695.00. But you can purchase these at American Eagle Outfitters for a mere $39.50. (http://www.ae.com/web/browse/product.jsp?catId=cat130130&productId=0115_2649)



Plaid scarves are all the rage this fall/winter. They can be paired with a pea coat to a ski jacket this plaid scarve can be yours for only $12.50 and beats paying $295.00 for a scarve from Burberry that looks very similar. (http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=51844&vid=1&pid=699474&scid=699474002)






Another hot fashion trend are slip ons, and I have a feeling that this shoe joined the list as a fashion classic. Slip ons can be purchased anywhere from Macy's to Walmart and can range in price from $100.00-$10.00.