How to Look Good for Less Than $
Know what you want., Know your best aspects., Create outfits., Compare sales., Wait for a sale., Know your prices., Shoes are essential., Accessories are fun., Choose a coat., Work on you.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Know what you want.
Search online, in stores and observe others.
With trial and error, you'll understand what works best.
Be sure to have a full-length mirror. -
Step 2: Know your best aspects.
Accentuate your highlights, such as the color of your eyes or hair, the tone of your skin and shape of your figure. , Look over your current wardrobe.
Two or three weeks worth of clothes can stretch into a couple of months, if you've taken the time to arrange your outfits. , Visit the yard sales, thrift store, dollar store and discount stores.
Can you find exactly what you want for less? Keep a list of reasonable prices in your purse. , Visit a store the day before a sale to check out the merchandise.
You'll have a little more time to think things over to make the best decision. , Look for quality rather than quantity.
Look for $20 skirts.
Mid-calf in length gives you the option to shorten the hem.
Stick with subtle colors or add a little flare to your wardrobe.
Look for $25 jeans.
Get black or navy blue for dress pants.
Get stone-washed or distressed for casual wear.
Jeans are appropriate for just about any occasion and they go well with everything.
Look for $15 tops.
Avoid logos and graphics.
When layering, try a print fabric for a change.
Look for $20 sweaters.
Button sweaters are great for layering or wearing alone.
Try red with an earth color.
Look for $25 jackets in black, brown or navy blue.
They'll need to go with everything and through every season. , Look for $25 shoes and boots in classic, but casual styles.
Look for black or brown with a slight or mid-level heel.
Look for $25 athletic shoes for housework and errands.
Colors vary.
Look for $15 sandals.
Be sure they're comfortable, yet durable.
A couple pair should last through a summer season.
Try a $5 pair of flip-flops. , Look for $7 items.
Wear one piece at a time.
Hoops, dangling or gold earrings accentuate an outfit.
Try bold, colorful necklaces or a charm bracelet.
Look for long scarves for your hair, neck or waistline.
Choose black or brown belts.
Choose a small purse for the essentials and a tote bag for everything else. , Buy a hooded, hip-length coat to go well with pants or a skirt.
It saves from purchasing and carrying an umbrella.
Plan on spending at least $50. , The healthier, happier and more confident you are, the less you'll need to buy.
Tend to your skin, hair and nails with $5 soaps and makeup. -
Step 3: Create outfits.
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Step 4: Compare sales.
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Step 5: Wait for a sale.
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Step 6: Know your prices.
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Step 7: Shoes are essential.
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Step 8: Accessories are fun.
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Step 9: Choose a coat.
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Step 10: Work on you.
Detailed Guide
Search online, in stores and observe others.
With trial and error, you'll understand what works best.
Be sure to have a full-length mirror.
Accentuate your highlights, such as the color of your eyes or hair, the tone of your skin and shape of your figure. , Look over your current wardrobe.
Two or three weeks worth of clothes can stretch into a couple of months, if you've taken the time to arrange your outfits. , Visit the yard sales, thrift store, dollar store and discount stores.
Can you find exactly what you want for less? Keep a list of reasonable prices in your purse. , Visit a store the day before a sale to check out the merchandise.
You'll have a little more time to think things over to make the best decision. , Look for quality rather than quantity.
Look for $20 skirts.
Mid-calf in length gives you the option to shorten the hem.
Stick with subtle colors or add a little flare to your wardrobe.
Look for $25 jeans.
Get black or navy blue for dress pants.
Get stone-washed or distressed for casual wear.
Jeans are appropriate for just about any occasion and they go well with everything.
Look for $15 tops.
Avoid logos and graphics.
When layering, try a print fabric for a change.
Look for $20 sweaters.
Button sweaters are great for layering or wearing alone.
Try red with an earth color.
Look for $25 jackets in black, brown or navy blue.
They'll need to go with everything and through every season. , Look for $25 shoes and boots in classic, but casual styles.
Look for black or brown with a slight or mid-level heel.
Look for $25 athletic shoes for housework and errands.
Colors vary.
Look for $15 sandals.
Be sure they're comfortable, yet durable.
A couple pair should last through a summer season.
Try a $5 pair of flip-flops. , Look for $7 items.
Wear one piece at a time.
Hoops, dangling or gold earrings accentuate an outfit.
Try bold, colorful necklaces or a charm bracelet.
Look for long scarves for your hair, neck or waistline.
Choose black or brown belts.
Choose a small purse for the essentials and a tote bag for everything else. , Buy a hooded, hip-length coat to go well with pants or a skirt.
It saves from purchasing and carrying an umbrella.
Plan on spending at least $50. , The healthier, happier and more confident you are, the less you'll need to buy.
Tend to your skin, hair and nails with $5 soaps and makeup.
About the Author
Edward White
Writer and educator with a focus on practical home improvement knowledge.
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