How to stay on budget when shopping for spring fashions

Feb 18, 2009 2:43 PM by
Posted in Beauty & Style / Flawless Fashion / Spring Fashion

Cheap & Chic Style Tips

It's officially spring and with that, you're dying to update your spring wardrobe. But with the economy the way it is, is it really the time to be reaching those credit card limits? Here, we show you how to update your wardrobe and welcome spring without breaking your budget. After all, just because times are tough, doesn't mean your desire for style has flown out the window.

Pick your investment piece

Let's be real, as much as we'd love to this isn't exactly the time for anyone to be dropping crazy amounts of money on an entirely new spring wardrobe. The good news is, you don't have to and can still update your look. Cull some of your favorite spring 2009 fashion trends and pick one or two investment pieces to splurge on that will last you the whole season. Look for pieces with fine fabrics and quality cuts that are luxurious and classic. A slim-fit blazer is one trend that's hot this spring and definitely worth the investment.

 

Take cues from trendy retailers

If you're a fashion-forward gal that must have the latest up-to-the-minute items, look to trendy mass-produced retailers like Forever 21 and H&M for designer-inspired duds. The truth is something super trendy may last one or two wears anyway so you might as well save the cash and invest it on something a bit more classic. Scour these stores for some of this spring's fashion-forward items like the jumpsuit, headbands and harem pants.

 

 

Overload on accessories

The quickest and most inexpensive way to update your wardrobe is to accessorize, accessorize, accessorize. Fun adornments can totally change any existing outfit and make it look fresh and new. Some of the hottest accessories to grab this spring are big bold baubles, statement-making necklaces, shoes, floral pieces and anything snakeskin. Look for bright bold purses too to add some extra spring punch into your look.

 

Inventory your wardrobe

Before hitting the stores, inventory what you've got! Chances are there's something in there that can be resuscitated since trends are often recycled over and over again. Anything bold and bright is hot this season as well as nude tones and hot pink. And if you aren't crazy about the fit, it might be something a quick trip to the tailor can fix and end up being a cheaper alternative than investing in something totally new.

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Kathy March 26, 2009 | 9:42 AM

Great tips for sure! I agree with overloading on accessories (its def. the most inexpensive way to add a little spice to a wardrobe). Adding a chunky necklace or a great bangle can bring a whole new life to an outfit. It’s always helpful to read about the latest trends because it makes shopping for new things much easier. My favorite site to read about jewelry trends and get other good info is probably the Jewelry Information Center (www.JIC). JIC has everything under the sun related to jewelry, from trends for the upcoming season, to jewelry history, and how to care for and clean your jewelry. I was browsing through the site the other day because they always have such great selections and are always adding new features and choices, and I came across this section they have called Jewelry Stories. I read through dozens of them, finding it incredibly touching to read how a small piece of jewelry can really mean so much to someone. Many of the stories were submitted by people who had gotten gifts for themselves, kind of as rewards for having accomplished something great (getting a job, graduating from school, having a baby, to name a few). I decided to submit my own story about the first great piece I ever got for myself, which was with the first paycheck I received at the first job I ever had! I still to this very day often wear that necklace, as it has been a timeless reminder of one of my first major accomplishments. After having submitted my story I saw that I had been entered into a contest to possibly win a diamond necklace (great perk, huh?) The contest is over at the end of the month though; so if anyone is looking to possibly add a new piece to their collection, check them out!

Marion Hose February 24, 2009 | 1:13 PM

Some good tips there, especially about the all-important accessories. One more tip, make some time to go to a discount fashion house. I don't just mean go there, I mean Make Some Time to go there. Make sure you are well fed and watered before you go and that way you will not feel pressured for time. My best discount fashion finds have come from some of the least likely looking racks at Loehmann's you have to put time in to finding that perfect McQ shift in deep burgundy. The thrill of the chase makes the final victory even more sweet. BTW, my favorite discount fashion store has just announced some of the Spring 2009 designer names hitting the floor this week. Here's the blog post about it: http://blog.loehmanns/french-fashion-on-the-loehmanns-catwalk

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