How to Enhance Your Wardrobe on a Budget – Glam Radar

There’s nothing worse than looking into your closet and feeling like you have nothing to wear. Expensive clothes, designer items, and trendy pieces you own don’t add up to a complete, stylish wardrobe unless you know how to style them well. Also, this is especially true if you’re on a tight budget and can’t afford to buy all new everything. But, don’t give up on your clothing collection just yet as it just takes a little creativity. Keep on reading for the practical tricks to enhance your wardrobe on a budget.

Find the best sales.

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When you don’t have a lot of budget to spare on fresh pieces, sales can be your best friend as long as it serves you well. However, be mindful that not all sale items can serve you well especially if you don’t need them right away or you don’t really love them. The week following Christmas is the best time of year to buy almost anything, as well as when they’re out of season. Think of shopping for summer dresses when it goes on sale in the following season, and buy winter coats at the beginning of the year after most people have already purchased them.

Buy basics first.

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When you’re on a tight budget, you may not be able to buy everything you want, but that doesn’t mean you can’t buy anything at all. Take an inventory of your closet, and write down any items that could fill in some wardrobe gaps. Then, choose pieces of clothing that you need most and shop for those before you buy anything else on your list. Remember, enhancing your wardrobe with high-quality and versatile garments will go a lot further than picking up trendy pieces that will be out of style in a couple of months.

Know what to splurge on.

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Even if you’re on a budget, there are certain items that are worth paying a bit more for to make sure you’re getting something well-made and long-lasting. Splurge on things like leather handbags, good quality shoes, comfortable boots, and office suits, classic coats and such. Like fashion blogger Jennifer Selmanovic, you may invest in a pair of black pumps and trench coat that can serve you for years. Remember paying more now will mean spending less in the long run, since quality items will last years longer than cheaply made ones.

Know what to skimp on.

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Regardless of your fashion taste, there are some things that don’t require a huge splurge. Some of them are accessories, quirky sunglasses, novelty clutches, and costume jewelry that can add some flair to an outfit for only a little money. By heeding our tricks, you’ll be able to enhance your wardrobe on a budget while keeping you fashionable and practical.

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