Making Your Wardrobe Recession Proof

Wed, Mar 18, 2009

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In this economy we must find good reasons to go shopping, and there are always some things, key fashion pieces that we are always willing to and should splurge on. Because people always want to look and feel good , they will continue to shop but will say no to impulse buys and look for more timely pieces of high quality that will last. Women will buy less, but better! So, because we are looking to make our wardrobes recession proof, what should we focus on buying? Well, first of all we should recycle our style. This means investing in a few high quality pieces that you can use over and over again. Second, when you are out shopping and you see a piece of clothing that you feel you will die without, stop and make a mental list of all of the different occasions you can wear it to. If you can only think of one, consider buying something else that you will get more use out of. Third, and don’t think of it as trading down, we should be drawn more to outstanding design than obvious status symbols. Fortunately, there are many trendy stores with cute designer tops at affordable prices that we can pair with our key high quality fashion pieces. So, whether your key piece this season is a fabulous tailored jacket, pair of aggressive shoes that will change the tone of everything in your wardrobe, outsize drop earrings that will transform last season’s outfit, or a beautiful ruffled blouse to wear with anything and everything, just remember there are no rules anymore!, go bold instead of dainty, and don’t be afraid to bring your own style and personality to your look!

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