Power-Dressing for Pennies on the Dollar

Nearly every city or town has its elite society, the “well-to-do’s”, so to speak. Take time to scout out these areas to learn where these people take their discarded clothing. They, too, have a favorite consignment shop where their belongings can be resold. Begin your shopping sprees there, not at the malls. Something as simple as a handbag and belt handmade in some exotic place can really make an outfit; especially if you have the knack for dressing from the accessories outward. These stores offer furs, leather, jewelry and assorted designer clothing for all ages and gender in many price ranges. So, if you start there, you and your family can look like a million bucks, for pennies on the dollar.

Goodwill Industries and The Salvation Army Thrift Stores often have valuable finds at an absurd fraction of the original costs on clothing for the entire family, as well as a wide variety of household items. In some places, same-kind items all go for the same price. For instance: all ladies or men’s jean go on the same rack, to be sold for the same price. That’s usually somewhere around $7.00 each these days. It doesn’t matter whether they are designer labels or utility jeans. For many people, these donated items are simply an easier way to dispose of wardrobe changes without the bother to resell them themselves. The generous tax deduction is more expedient for them.

Selective Browing Tips:

Go to a reputable Spa or Salon for a professional Color Analysis. The Esthetician will drape you in a range of color swatches to determine which colors best compliment your complexion. She should be looking for colors that bright light and warmth to your skin tones. After the analysis, you will be given a small bundle of the selected swatches to refer to during your shopping sprees. This will be a worthwhile investment for looking your very best… for less.

While thumbing through a sales rack, pull out only items in the colors from your swatches for clothing or accessories that will frame your face. Remember, if an item leaves your complexion looking gray or sallow, it’s no bargain…at any price.

Develop your own style, so that you won’t be tempted or feel pressured to follow current fashion trends. You will get there someday… or maybe it won’t matter. You could be pleasantly surprised to find that others will admire your unique personal style, and try to emulate it. That’s how trendsetters are made. 

Power-Dressing Tips:

•          Too heavy? – Layer soft fabrics for an elongated appearance.
•          Too thin? – Not too tight. Go baggy instead.
•          Tall? – Wear wide brimmed hats and pleated slacks.
•          Short? – Wear narrow brimmed hats and straight-legged slacks.