BY: Daaiyah Latham
Finding stylish, affordable clothing can be hard sometimes. This article will give you steps and great places to shop while also keeping money in your pocket.
First things first: When it comes to being fashionable, sometimes you have to “shop” out of your comfort zone. Do not be afraid to shop in places that may be non-traditional for you. Growing up, a lot of people looked down on thrift stores. Thrift stores are one of the best places to shop. Not only does the thrift store have stylish pieces to put together, but if you have a thing for 90s fashion, you can find vintage pieces. The thrift store has not only clothing items, but also things to make your home look cute on a budget. From furniture to wall décor, the thrift store has everything!
Thrifting is a skill. By thrifting, you can find about 20 outfits for under $100. You can score big by shopping in thrift stores!
Places like T.J. Maxx and Marshalls are a budget shopper’s dream! They even have compared prices on the price tag. T.J. Maxx and Marshalls have been dedicated to budget shoppers for 40-plus years. T.J. Maxx and Marshalls have authentic designer clothing. You can be stylish with the top fashion brands all for a good price. These stores also have more than just clothing items. You can budget shop here for skincare, home goods, and the list goes on.
Here’s a secret about fast fashion brands: Most of them share the same clothing vendor! Amazon sells the same clothes, jewelry, and shoes for even cheaper. When shopping on Amazon, it is important to read reviews and shop carefully.
Fast fashion brands like Forever21, Boohoo, Miss Guided, FashionNova, etc. all have good sales going on and coupons. When you sign up with your email, they notify you of sales and send coupons.
With budget shopping, you can walk around looking like a million dollars after only paying $20. Now get to shopping!
P.S. Do not be afraid to shop off-season for clothing and check the clearance.