Sales! Sales! Sales!
As if I don’t have enough excuses to shop… End of summer means it’s sales time! It’s my perfect time of year to update your wardrobe. Now this is advice for anybody who wants to keep their closet current. Also if you’re content creating or taking photos because if you’re an influencer you need to do this!
the method to my madness
About twice a year I look in the closet. I start weeding out things size wise that are too small, I create a pile to give away. Depending if the item if is expensive than I may resale. I don’t really like too because it takes up a lot of time, Some exquisite pieces I save in hope for my future grandchildren (crossed fingers, yes I’m crazy).
Buying basics
It’s great time to buy t-shirts! For colder climates buy long sleeve shirts or turtlenecks. I usually buy the colours white, black and grey. You can also substitute pastels or a navy blue. The same goes for bottoms. Black slacks and leggings go with almost everything.
DENIM
During Sales it’s also great time to buy denim! Get a jacket, miniskirt or jeans. I buy all different kinds. This is the time to buy varying colours also known as washes. You can get a light wash, dark was or new trendy acid wash. Since the price is low you can experiment with new styles like a jegging, flair, bootcut, or mom jeans.
SHOES
Pick up for the year ahead some shoes, for kids choose a size one or two above what they wear now. I try to pick a bunch of neutral coloured no logo sneakers, sandals, and boots. I also love for girls a gold or silver flat, because they match with almost anything. Since they are on budget, you can get several different kind of styles for the price you usually pay for one pair. You must wait until the very end for the sale, so often there’s not that many choices but enough to get a few decent pairs. The reason why I buy so many pairs? I take a lot of photos and I want the shoes to look as pristine as possible.
ACCessories
Finally I focus on accessories! I buy 2 types of accessories, trendy and basic. Trendy accessories are fun and they might not be in fashion for too long. So you may give these away by next season. For instance those cute pink small cat eye sunglasses make look great now but dated next year. The basics I look for are items like bags, a purse or a mini backpack, in black, tan, navy blue or grey. Those are great and they look awesome on any style outfits. I also like to buy straw bags and totes for summer. Another good idea would be tortoise sunglasses or metal aviators. These basics you will keep for a long time, so this is the only items you will continuously keep in your closet.
LAST THINGS
So I do have to admit I have 2 wardrobes for the kids. I have a regular everyday clothes they might wear like sport brands with logos. I prefer my kids wear to gym class sneakers made specifically by athletic gear companies. The photo wardrobe has no logos because in photos looks more stylish but I’m not sure if they offer enough foot support. Do your best, by not going overboard on buying clothes like I do. However feel good that your spending as much money during the sale.
Last thing remember by having so many options, all your clothes will look newer longer. Happy shopping.