4. Shop for clothing when it is not in season. Large retail chains generally heavily discount their stock at the end of each season because they need to make room for new stock. These items can often be discounted up to 75% or more. Grab as many items as you can afford to, and you will have them ready to wear the next year for the appropriate season. But, as a rule, never buy anything that you don’t love right away just because it is a great deal. You will never grow to love something if it doesn’t grab your attention immediately.
3. Purchase ‘knock-offs.’ So-called knock-offs are items that look similar to a name-brand item but cost a fraction of the high-fashion item. If you plan to wear the item often, you can purchase more than one at a lower cost than you would pay for just one name-brand item. Some knock-offs are better than others, so be sure to shop around and find one you really like.
2. Accessorize. Wear nice-looking jewelery, have a great handbag that goes with your outfit and find any other items that look good with what you are wearing. You don’t have to spend a lot of money to look great, but adding well-chosen accessories is one way to complete your look. Tattoos are not as trendy as many think they are, so if you do not already have one, you may want to consider passing this trend up.
1. Take good care of yourself. Have your hair cut regularly, keep it clean, brush and floss your teeth, and whiten them if they start to look yellow or dingy. Keep your nails clean and polished, and moisturize your skin regularly. If you like to wear make-up, don’t overdo it – less is more. If people can easily notice that you are wearing make-up, then you have too much on. Personal hygiene goes a very long way to looking your best, and once you have addressed this, fashion is a secondary method to look great.
