Many days I'll go into my closet to assemble an outfit but somehow, someway end up feeling like I have NOTHING to wear. And that's crazy because I have oodles of shit. Below are some ways to revitalize ones wardrobe without spending a ton of money.
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- Use high end merchandise as a road map for the low (or not so high) end. Keep an eye on the trends that move you and see what trickles down. Can't live without that $228 Juicy Couture racer back tank top? I guarantee one of the big 3 [Forever 21 + Charlotte Russe + WetSeal] has something comparable.
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- Don't resist the urge to splurge on statement pieces. Those pieces are different for everyone so the emphasis comes across differently for everyone, giving you your own distinct flavor. Think $55 Melody Ehsani earrings or just about anything from Pixie Market.
- Spend time cultivating a good relationship with a tailor / dry cleaner / shoe repair / cobbler near your work or house. When key items get damaged or worn, take it one of your people for a second life.
- Regularly survey your closet and pick out items that are in need of repair then do it before they are too far gone. I usually survey my clothes during and after laundry then make a "repairs" pile.
- "Merchandise" your closet. Take all the clothes from the back and put them front and center for new outfit inspiration.
- Don't be afraid to invest in cheap shit. Buy cheap shoe and have the soles and heels reinforced or buy a cheap blazer and have a saucy liner put in it.
- Think comfort bitches. Whenever I'm at that crossroads between $350 Sam Edelman Boots and $198 over the knee boots I try to go for what's most comfortable.
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- Resist the urge to vintage. It's beautiful and it's unique and it's wonderfully old, but usually you end up paying twice as much money for used items that have a limited shelf life. Instead buy from retailers like Modcloth for vintage inspired stuff.
- And when you absolutely positively feel like you need to shop, hit the big 3: Use the search function to find items made of silk, wool and 100% cotton and you're good to go.
- Diversify your color scheme. For me it's more greens and blues, and less black. Oh, and orange.
- If there is a store that you really like, sign up for email sale alerts. Usually these alerts will give you access to exclusive and additional discounts. The alerts for Urbanoutfitters, ASOS and Arden B have been good to me.
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