Twelve Tips For The Frugal Fashionista

Learn to rethink, reinvent, reuse and recycle

• Accessories such as scarves, belts, costume jewelry and colorful shoes add punch and extend the wear of your basic sheaths, sweaters- think out of the box
• Great jeans never go out of style (pick the style that flatters your figure most- narrow, boot-cut or straight) for now- stay away from the wide legged
• Superb fitting pants are indispensable to a great wardrobe- a real go-to
• Ponchos (with or without fringe) are great and spice up plain clothes
• Dresses (wrap, a-line, sheath) look fresh this season and are a fun alternative to pants
• Use your tank tops and leggings as layering pieces to change up looks
• Blouses (especially white) look fresh and can update your sweaters and blazers
• Athletic leisurewear is the current rage and a fun way to look casual and hip at the same time- also won’t break the bank
• Colorful handbags (especially crimson) look fresh
• Start wearing your chain belts again
• Embroidery and fringe isn’t just for hippies- small amounts can really add interest and update your clothing
• Add pizzazz by combining  patterns or graphic designs (scarves, block print sweaters or paisley prints) with your black clothing