#fGSTYLE: How To Look Fashionable Without Breaking The Bank

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One of the biggest misconceptions about fashion is that it requires a ton of money. In fact, it’s actually possible to look great without spending a lot of money. Dressing your best shouldn’t mean wasting away your hard-earned cash. It’s prime time women get into the newest trends without having to break the bank. Once you’ve read this guide, you’ll never have to pump out your whole paycheck just to look fashionable.

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To help you out, here’s some hacks on how to look fashionable without breaking the bank.

1. Know your style
Before anything else, you must know what you want, what works for you, and what kind of style you are going for. Which clothes will you want to target or keep an eye out for? What fits you well? Review what you already have, look for common themes and determine what you look and feel best in.

Sometimes women tend to have so many clothes in their closets, and some pieces dumped in the back tend to go unnoticed. You might have some tops or skirts already that you thought you needed to buy. Take inventory of the outfits or critical pieces that you want, so that when you start shopping, it'll be easier to spot them. This takes off some weight off your shoulders. Now, the fun part begins.

2. Hunt for treasure in thrift shops
Thrift shops can be a treasure trove if you have the patience to sift through the piles of clothes. Clothes in thrift shops can also be the rarest finds you can grab. Contrary to common belief, thrift shops have good pieces of clothing. You just have to find a good thrift store to buy from. Ask around the community or look for online reviews to determine which thrift stores have the best articles of clothing. Shops with pre-loved or used items have some beautiful pieces of clothing. You might be surprised what you could find in those stores—and at the price tags that come with it.

3. Explore online shopping
Consider online shipping. Online stores can offer some great deals and unique designs compared to stores in malls. You can quickly build your wardrobe in online shops and easily purchase items from the comfort of your home. There are also some indie designers online that can give you high fashion clothes without costing you an arm or a leg. Moreover, online shops provide a greater selection of clothes than you'll find locally. It also makes the comparison of prices easier without moving from store to store.

4. Cover the basics
Classic items never go out of style. If you're on a budget, it's more useful to buy some essential fashion items so that you can wear them more often. You've got to own the basics first before you venture into more exquisite pieces. Set the foundations for your closet as these items of clothing will surely last you for several years.

Just a rundown on some classic items—these include that little black dress, long scarves, white button-down shirt, denim jeans, basic tops, blazers, and a skirt, to name a few. Classics like dark jeans can be used for both a night out or a day in the supermarket. These are also items worth the investment, and it’s better to have quality clothes than items that have thin cloth or don’t fit well. Once you’ve got the basics covered, you can move on to more extensive items like ankle boots, a trench coat, high slit dresses, pumps, suede coats, leather pants, and so on.

5. Sell your pre-loved clothes
More often than not, we have nice clothes that we no longer use. Consider selling these and make a buck or two for your next outfit. With today's internet of things, it's very convenient and a no-brainer to sell online. Often, people auction off their clothes on eBay. You can also hold backyard sales in the comfort of your own home. With this, you've cleaned your closet, made room for new clothes, and made money for the next time you go shopping.

Last but most importantly, confidence is key. With confidence, any girl can make any outfit look fashionable. Confidence is the most vital and sexy thing a woman can wear. The initial legwork has already done for you. Simply find your style and your voice in fashion, and you can buy away.