4. Become a critical shopper
Impulse buys are now in the past, so learn to take your time to discover what your new favorites should look like. This means trying out lots to discover what suits you best, which will lead to buying that leather jacket ten months or even longer down the line. But it’s better to wait a while then to buy a jacket you’ll regret after a few months time. Especially in the beginning, always use your visuals to remind yourself of your wardrobe goals. This will help to develop a critical eye when shopping and you’ll discover that knowing what you want and shopping according to your goals will become easier with time.
Extra tip: new items should go with a minimum of three other items you already own. This will help you to create a versatile wardrobe with plenty of styling options.
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5. Do a wardrobe check every season
Even when your dress style is consistent, the changing of seasons asks for different types of clothes. Keep in mind that there’s overlap and try to be creative with what you already own. A chunky-knit cardigan can still be worn as a coat in Spring or Fall. And a sleeveless dress can be worn layered with a turtleneck T-shirt and a cozy scarf in winter. These types of styling tips really help you get the most out of your wardrobe and to create a sustainable collection. Doing some inventory at the start of each season and complementing your wardrobe with just a few key seasonal items, is a great way to keep things fresh. Make good use of a seasonal shopping list, so you won’t wander off too far from your initial goals.
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