Fashion Tips For Buying In The Recession

 While the world of designer fashions has long been associated with those lucky few and their hefty paychecks, we are now beginning to see that even the most notable fashion designers are falling victim to the slumping economy. Why just weeks ago, names such as Betsy Johnson and (gasp) Vera Wang pulled their spots from Bryant Park’s fashion show and opted for a cozier setting, with much fewer guests and way smaller funding. With even the fattest cash cows of the fashion industry seemingly dropping like flies, it’s easy to see how buying designer fashions in a recession can seem like a difficult task. Still, with the right know how and shopping smarts, your closet and purse can stay fat even in this skinny economy.

Here’s how . . .

Shop Online

Shopping online for free online coupon codes on designer fashions is the smartest, most economical way to stay chic in a changing economy. Many online stores are offering free shipping as an incentive for buying in their online stores. Even on the chance that you do have to pay a shipping fee, often times it is less than the price of gas you would use to get to and from the mall. Some online coupon codes are just waiting to be used up before they expire, so act fast!

Splurge on Essential Pieces

We know, we know. Splurging in this economy may sound nutty, but splurging on essential pieces can save you money in the end. Higher priced designer fashions are often higher quality clothing.Greatfully, this means more trips from the washer looking new, and fewer trips to the store for more spending and gas money.

Save on Trendy Items

Follow the trends of designer fashion in a cost-efficient way. Only splurge on fashion trends that are bound to be around for a while and shop for bargains on items that tend to come and go.

Do Your Homework

Search through magazines and blogs to stay ahead of trends in designer fashions. Stock up on items predicted to be hot in the coming season while they are reasonably priced. Hit sales to find season staples that can be put in storage and saved for next year.

Immune Yourself  to “Clearance Fever”

So there it is  . . . that puke green t-shirt and it’s only three bucks. Sure. It’s not that cute but for three bucks why let that deal go to waste. Right? Wrong. Many women have “clearance fever”. (i.e. temporary fashion insanity brought on by 75% off signs) We are tempted to buy things that we will probably never wear but convince ourselves that with the perfect accessory that hideous blouse can be salvaged. The best rule for shopping bargains is if you wouldn’t buy if full price, don’t buy at all. A three dollar shirt is only as good as its actual trips from the closet. Again, look for those free online coupon codes and get your deals before they expire.

Now you are equipped to hit the runway with your designer fashion knowledge looking super chic. So, fly free from the nest little fashion birds! You are ready to fly high over the economic slump and if you don’t mind our saying so, you are looking darn hot up there!