How to make your clothes last longer

Do you have that special piece of clothing that you feel most sexy or most comfortable in? That piece of clothing is your go to when every other dress or pants in your closet just doesn't seem right. You would of course like to have those special pieces for a long time. Here are some tips to get the most out of your favorite pieces of clothing.

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1.Avoid washing your clothing with harsh detergents. Use instead baking soda or chemical free detergent.

2. Avoid the dryer. Instead, hang dry your clothing on a line preferable outside.

3)  Wear more than once before washing. Unless you got really dirty, you don't need to wash your clothing after each wear. Do a smell test and if it is OK just hang it out in the fresh air and it is ready to wear again.

You can add years to your favorite fashions if you take care of them by not over washing, avoiding the dryer and not using harsh detergents.

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You do not have to sacrifice quality, style or good taste or when you are shopping on a limited budget. Shopping smart to get great deals involves asking yourself whether the deal is really a deal, if you really want or need it or if it is worth your effort. Here are some questions that should be in the mind of a frugal shopper.


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How to Shop for Clothes on a Budget

For all you budget fashionistas, you will be happy to know that there is no need to sacrifice style when you have a limited budget. Think about it; clothing, make up and other style accessories are all disposable items.Why would intelligent and savvy men and women want to spend excessive amounts of money on these items?

Here are some tips for shopping for fashion on a budget.

1. Become a sales warrior. Buy nothing unless it is on sale. If you by an item at full price, how would you feel when you see the same item weeks later for 50 or 75 percent off?

2. Watch out for "Buy one get one Free" or "buy one get one half price" sales. Read the fine print and calculate what if anything you are saving. Do you really want two items even if one is at half price?

3. Opt for basic classic styles. Many hot seasonal fashions endure for several seasons. You need to have an eye for the classics that will endure for more than a season. Fads are nice but have we really seen any new and unique fashion statemens in awhile? That is because fashion statements are recycled constantly.

There is a tendancy for us to shop for fashion frugally when there is an economic downturn but but it pays to be a budget shopper regardless of the state of the economy.