How To Efficiently Shop For Clothes

For many people, shopping for new clothes means frustration

, exhaustion, and a blown budget. Don't despair: it is possible to find a fashionable and functional wardrobe without spending a lot of time and money. Just follow these guidelines.

Before you leave the house, take inventory of your closet. Write down what you need, such as a sweater to go with the new skirt you were given. Your goal is to find an article of clothing that can be used in more than one outfit. For example, make sure the sweater will also complement your brown dress pants and even a nice pair of jeans. Next, set your budget. Having a limit will help you make decisions more easily. If you already know you can't spend more than $100, you won't waste time deliberating about a $150 dress.

Dress for shopping. If there's a particular item of clothing for which you're searching, wear the corresponding type of undergarment. Don't wear a lot of layers, since you'll likely be dressing and undressing multiple times. Instead, wear clothes that are easily taken on and off (i.e. flip flops instead of laced shoes). Do your hair and make up. Dressing room mirrors can be harsh, and you don't want to discriminate against a shirt because your face looked too pale. When you try on the clothes, walk around, sit down, bend over. Look in a three-way mirror and scrutinize all angles. Make sure the item fits well and is comfortable. Check any zippers and buttons too.

It's fun to go shopping with another person, but that will make the trip at least twice as long. So try to shop by yourself. If you want a second opinion, put the clothing on hold and bring someone back with you. Ignore sales and promotions if they are out of your budget and/or are for items you don't need. (You're looking for a sweater, remember? Not another skirt.) Do check clearance racks however, since that's usually where you'll find the best prices. If you find something you like, read the care tags. Don't consider something that requires dry cleaning if you don't want to pay to have it cleaned.

Finally, before you buy, make sure you know the return policy. Most department stores will let you return for money back, while a designer clothing boutique probably won't. You don't want to buy something that's a "final sale" and end up changing your mind about it. If you aren't completely sold on something, don't buy it. Go home and think about it. The next day, if you find yourself wishing you had bought it, go back and get it.

Follow these guidelines, and you'll discover shopping can be much more enjoyable and productive.

by: Art Gib

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