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Marching Journey Down FlyLady Way!March 14
Dear Friends,
Dear Friends, If you are like me, you want to look good but not break the bank. Money can only stretch so far, and with the rising cost of gas, along with everything else, it can be much harder to do. MissusSmartyPants is here to help you be beautiful on a budget! So how do you stay stylish and on a budget at the same time? One thing for sure, the fashion magazines aren't any help. I always get a good laugh when I read the fashion magazines. They show fabulous "must haves" to add to your wardrobe. Things you should run out and buyÉNOW! ThenÉhere's the real kicker-- the good-looking pair of black pants are $900.00! Are they mad?! I don't think that unrealistic price tag fits into anyone's budget! Since we don't have the bank rolls of Paris Hilton or Jennifer Aniston, real dollar stretching help for style is essential. I have put together "discount diva" tips so you can look great and keep your beauty on a budget! 1. Shop the seasonal sales. I can't stress this idea enough! You may not get lots of wear out the clothes right now, but you can really save on jackets, sweaters or tank tops and sundressesÂwhatever is on the rack at the end-of-season sales. Lots of stores already have in-season merchandise on sale now. Stock up on basics and styles you know you will wear. Do this every season and you will always be ahead of the game. 2. Splurge on a nice purse or shoes. Buy quality shoes or a purse and make any outfit look really chic. Check the sale racksÉyou never know, you may find designer shoes that have been drastically marked down! 3. Avoid impulse shopping. Do a closet purge and be sure you buy only what is on your basics listÂthe $20.00 blouse is not a deal if you have nothing to wear with it! 4. Buy in-house brands. Try the brands from the department store. Often they copy famous designers' styles. You will look really chic--and save lots of money. 5. Get your hair styled. By keeping your hair looking current, you look younger and more fashionableÂno matter what you are wearing! 6. Keep it neat. Make sure your clothes are neat and clean. Looking nice and making some effort in what you wearÂmakes a BIG difference in your overall appearance. 7. Keep a keen eye on sales. You never know where you might find a great deal. Don't always shop at the same store. Look in different places like: vintage shops, thrift stores, consignment shops, or clearance centers. You may find something really different and unique by going off the beaten path. 8. Shop online. Many websites offer specials online that can not be found in the stores. Plus websites are keeping shipping costs down and often offering free shipping! 9. Make sure clothes fit your body type. Don't waste hard earned money on clothes that are not right for you. Be sure that you make the most of your body type and dress with the right fit. 10. Wear jewelry and accessories to update your style. New fashion jewelry can really update your lookÂat very little cost. Shop the "big box" stores for the best selection of inexpensive jewelry you can quickly add into your wardrobe. These tips will get you well on your way to being your own "discount diva"! Love, Leslie aka MissusSmartyPants When you have completed these missions, come back and let us know you completed the mission! Simply enter your email address below and click the I did it button - You'll also get a special treat!
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