10 ways to upgrade your wardrobe on a budget
You may not have the budget of a Hollywood star, but that doesn’t mean you can’t look like one.
Many people think having a wardrobe makeover means running to the nearest shopping mall and breaking the bank.
But you can save tons of money by exploring other creative options, such as raiding your own wardrobe or buying second hand clothes which won’t cost you an arm and leg.
Here are some creative ways to expand your wardrobe on a budget.
Versatile items
Have you ever opened your wardrobe and just thought about how you have nothing to wear. Most people have been there and the solution to that is buying outfits that’ll build an interchangeable wardrobe. An interchangeable wardrobe is when you buy clothes that’ll work well with other pieces in your closet. You don’t just buy random items which only go with one outfit. Having an interchangeable wardrobe will save you money and give you better options to choose from. For example, a white shirt could be paired with multiple items. A white shirt is versatile and classic and can be worn in different ways. You can it dress up or down, you can pair it with jeans for a less formal look or dress it up with a formal skirt for an interview or a business meeting.
Alter your denim
Most people have a few pairs of jeans which have been worn tirelessly but they can’t seem to let them go. Well, the good news is you don’t have to. You can dye your jeans to revive them and bring them back to life. Dyes come in different colours and shades, you’ll have a variety to pick from. You can also rip your denim to add a little character to jeans that have been lying around in your drawers.
Add a little sparkle
Sometimes, in order to upgrade your wardrobe, you need a little DIY to transform it. After all, fashion is about expressing yourself. You can add lace cuffs, buttons, ribbons and trinkets to transform the way your clothes look. You don’t have to spend tons of money on new items to revamp your wardrobe and give it a completely new look.
Search your wardrobe
Look around in your wardrobe. In many cases, people overlook their own closets and run to the mall. But usually your wardrobe hides many treasures you may have forgotten about over time.
Clothes swapping
Gather a few of your friends and some of your old clothes and throw a clothing swapping party. How many times have you opened up your wardrobe and thought you have nothing to wear, but you have piles of clothing lying around which are still in relatively good condition. Well, someone could benefit from the clothes you’re taking for granted. Pick a day and spend it exchanging clothes. Just remember to set a few rules for the party, such as that all clothes have to be washed. It sounds obvious, but you’ll be surprised at how people think differently.
Accessories
A simple outfit can be revamped just by adding a few accessories to the outfit. A statement handbag, scarf, chunky ring or a bold neckpiece can go a long way to changing an outfit.
Bargains
Whether it’s 50% or 75% off, it doesn’t matter. Any sale is a goldmine because you get to find quality pieces for half the price. Shop for summer clothes in winter (and vice versa) because they’re usually marked down.
Shopping online
There are so many benefits to shopping online that they could fill an entire page. Firstly, you can go shopping at midnight in your pyjamas. You won’t have shopping assistants following you around like a shadow. And best of all, you’re exposed to really good deals. There are always discounts and promotions which could save you a few rands. And there is a variety of products to choose from. Whether you’re shopping for panties online or a handbag, you’ll have infinite options at a click of a button.
The devil is in the details
Take care of your clothing to get them to last longer. Wash your sneakers, polish your shoes, don’t put your bra in the dryer and don’t overwash your clothes (the colour will fade and lose its shape). A little maintenance can go a long way and save you from regularly replacing items in your closet.
Sell your clothes
Raid your closet for items you haven’t worn in a long time and find a thrift shop that’ll buy them from you. You could also use sites like Gumtree or OLX to advertise the clothes you want to sell or simply use social media to let your friends know.
Having nothing to wear each morning can leave you frustrated, but if you try a few of these tricks, you won’t have to worry about what to wear. Instead, your wardrobe.