100 Ways To Save on Fashion and Beauty 0comments
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This list is a work-in-progress and will be updated. This post will be placed on the side bar with a link. Come back soon for updates!FASHION1. Shop off season2. Shop at thrift and vintage stores ...
FASHION1. Shop off season
2. Shop at thrift and vintage stores
3. Shop at ethnic stores for beautiful and unique pieces. Why pay top $$$ for a cashmere scarf when you can get it from a directly dealer for 1/4 of the price? Read my scarf story.
4. Shop at outlets5. Do a cost comparison before making a purchase6. For designer labels check online first for deals. 7. Sample Sales8. Shop your own closet9. Shop your someone else’s closet
10. Attend a swap shop event11. Sign up for newsletter updates from your favourite shops.
12. Re-evaluate what you have every season and make a mental note of the things that you need to buy13. Quality through quantity. It will save you cash in the long-run
14. Update your accessories to give your current wardrobe a boost15. Save on the trends and splurge on the classics16. Shop at upscale vintage shops for designer labels17. Use the cost-per-ratio before making a purchase: separate the cost by the number of times you will wear the item18. If you’re petite shop in the kid’s section19. Check online for in-store coupons and online discount codes. Google is your best friend!
20 Ask someone to purchase it for you.21. Ask for a gift certificate from your favourite shop for your birthday and christmas22. Give your wardrobe a second life by altering your garment to make something new23. Ask your friends and family for clothes that they don’t want anymore that you might like24. Borrow clothes from friends and family25. Keep your receipt for price adjustments and read the return policy
26. Make friends with the sales associates to get the inside scoop27. Check the sale rack first when shopping28. Shop at garage sales29. Dye your clothes in a different colour30. Re-dye your clothes to give life back to the seem of the fabric31. Hand wash your clothes32. Learn how to sew 33. Watch DIY videos on fashion34. Mix and match your clothes and receive picture for future reference35. Don’t follow every trend36. Shop on Craigslist Kijiji or Ebay
37. Learn how to remove stains38. Take your entire wardrobe and mingle and match to create new outfits39. Make your own accessories40. Rent designer accessories41. Learn how to score online deals42. Find online shops that offer designer discounts (Shopbop Labellush Ssense)
43. Learn how to shop wisely
44. Find a good tailor. Good tailoring can make clothes look even better. This is useful when buying items such like suits that that are on the cheap side.
45. Buy only things that you absolutely need or love and will wear multiple times
46. To save on luxury designer goods join for private shopping sales.
47. Practice essential grooming and hygiene
48. Learn how to develop your own signature style
49. Shop at Costco for Jewelry and Designer Accessories. Can you trust that they take Chanel and Fendi?
50. Commission a student studying fashion design to create clothes. This is a great way to get a one-of-a-kind item at a fraction of the price.
BEAUTY
51. Have the basic items52. Do a price comparison online before making a purchase
53. Diane Irons is your best friend when it comes to budget beauty
54. Paula’s Choice. Effective ingredients without the price tag
55. Use what you already have at home
55. Learn how to create a spa atmosphere56. Create a spa day for you and your friends57. Sign up for spa updates and discounts58. Stretch regularly and find an exercise routine that you like59. Drink lot’s of lemon water60. Sleep on your back and invest in a beauty pillow
61. Learn how to use your cosmetics in multiple ways62. Eat balanced meals with lot’s of fresh organic vegetables and fruits
63. Use natural ingredients that can be found in your kitchen for cosmetic purposes
64. Use cayenne pepper or gently brush your lips with a toothbrush to get a natural pout
65. Groom your eye brows. Get it professionally done first to get an idea of what shape to follow
66. Develop an “easy” exercise routine that you will follow at least once a week
67. Take benefit of your job benefits (massage by an RMT at a beautiful spa)
68. Get your hair done by students at a hairdressing school
69. Learn how to do your own manicure and pedicure
70. Learn how to create multiple looks with your make up
71. Learn how to create basic up-dos
72. Learn how to use your smooth iron for curls and straightening
73. Keep a bottle of lotion near your bed and moisturize often
74. Use a body brush to remove surplus toxins
75. Shop for discount cosmetics online.
76. Ask for samples
77. Take advantage of cosmetic bonuses
78. Ask a beautiful and stylish woman that you honour for her beauty tips
79. Research about beauty secrets from round the world
80. Cut back on sugar excess carbs alcohol cigarettes and caffeine.
81. Use organic cold pressed olive oil as a moisturizer hair mask cuticle cream…
82. Learn how to create the 5 minute face
83. Vaseline84. Know where to splurge and where to save on make up
85. Research the ingredients and read the reviews before making a purchase
86. Delegate a weekend every month for cleansing and detoxifying
87. Go to a make up counter and beg for a complimentary make over
88. Shop at factory warehouse clear-outs for discounted cosmetics.
89. Shop behind the holidays for deals on perfume box sets and make up sets
90. Practice good posture. One of Tim Gunn’s fashion and beauty tips!
91. Buy Diane Iron’s books or watch her videos on using everyday products for beauty.
92. Learn how to create hair highlights at home
93. Give yourself a facial massage often
94. Avoid tanning. Opt for a faux glow or study how to enhance your natural colour.
95. Sleep more.
96. Check out The Best Canadian Fashion and Beauty Deals for discounts
97. Take 5 minutes a day to meditate and breath deeply
98. Chew taste and savour food slowly. The faster that you eat the more you will eat.
99. Learn how to say no be happy and make time for yourself.
100. Subscribe to The Cheap Girl
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