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How to become stylish on a low budget

Everyone wants to become stylish, that’s for sure. But the problem is the money. Not everyone is living the life of the rich and famous and can spend thousands of dollars every month. An article from Lifespan reveals how to become stylish on a low budget through a little bit of effort.

1.  Go for the “classics”

There are some pieces of clothes that don’t go out of fashion, like the LBD or trench coat. Clothes that are in fashion this year, like brightly colored items, may end up stuck in the closet in the future.

2.  Have a clothing exchange party

One item might be liked by one person but not by another. Pick some clothes that you are tired of wearing and tell your friends to do so as well and throw a “clothing exchange party.” This is a way of getting new clothes and get rid of old ones. All you’ll have to pay for is the food and drinks.

3.  Visit secondhand shops 

Secondhand shops have a variety of clothes, often still stylish. There might be holes or missing buttons so choose carefully. Secondhand shops can help you create a great style.

4.  Improve your current clothing 

If you have some good clothes that you don’t wear much, customizing them might help. Old clothes can be transformed. Cutting, shortening and adding color does not cost much.

5.  Choose the style that fits you

Be sure to choose clothes that fit your body type. Check what items fit you best and continuing wearing them. Don’t waste money on items that don’t look good on you.

6.  If able to, create your own clothes

Those with the right skills can make their own clothes. This method can be cheap and can offer more variety and possibilities if you can find the right resources.

7.  Use your accessories

Adding matching accessories can help you look stylish. A nice necklace, watch or ring may enhance your style. Not only jewelry accessories but well items such as scarves, bags or glasses can help.

8.  Shop when it’s discount season

Department stores and retail chains offer discounts mostly at the end of the season. Even if the clothes are off-season, they can be worn next year. But be sure to only buy the items you really like and not just the ones with huge discounts.

9.  Fall in love with no-name brands

An item from a well-known brand can cost a very huge amount. But there are ways to buy good items that look similar to brand-name clothes. The quality differs from no-name to no-name. So a little bit effort and time is needed. 

10. Take care of your ‘other’ look 

Style does not only refer to fashion. Taking care of yourself is also a part of it. Showering regularly, brushing your teeth and attending to skin care, hairstyle, clean nails and the right amount of makeup are some examples. Remember, fashion is not everything.

By Cho Han-na, Intern reporter (hnncho@heraldcorp.com)