- Buy colors that mix and match
- Invest in classic styles
- Shop out of season
- Always check the clearance rack
- At sales, check signs above the racks – head for “Additional % off already reduced price”
- Buy fabric when it’s on sale
- Don’t buy anything unless it’s on sale!
- Look for stuff everywhere
- Don’t overlook your friend’s closets
- Dress up older clothes with new buttons, belt or vest
- Select clothes that are well made and that fit well
- Wash cotton clothes inside out in cold water
- Dryers are hard on fabrics – tumble dry for 3 minutes then promptly hang to dry
- Plug the iron in and give clothes a quick fresh press before wearing
- Invest in several pairs of shoes so they and your feet can recuperate between wearings
