How to Save Money on Clothes

It is amazing how much money we can save if we make ordinary things last longer. Here are my favorite tips on how to save money by making your clothing live longer.:-)

First of all, don't wash your clothes too often. Yes, you still need to wash your underwear and socks everyday, but washing jeans, sweaters or pants is not necessary. By doing this you are not only destroying your clothes, but wasting water and energy, which also costs you money.

Many people put their clothes to dirty laundry just because they are too lazy to rehang them. This is a waste of water, energy and clothing.

Greasy spots come off if you put some dish detergent on them and leave it on for a little bit.

First of all, don't underestimate the power of coupons. You can save so much money on anything, not only clothing, just by using coupons.

Most of my friends, who are not rich at all, don't use coupons and I just can't understand why. It is really not difficult to cut a few of them out of the newspaper; or search Google before going shopping. Do you homework before going shopping and you will thank yourself later.

When shopping online, always use cash back sites. This is the other thing my friends are stubbornly not taking advantage of. When I ask them why, they can't give me a good reason, other than that they "forget" or "were not spending much anyway". I guess they are just not as determined to save some money or as frugal as I am.

Don't buy cheap low-quality clothing to save money- you will end up loosing money, because they will not last you as long (even if you read my previous post on how to save money by making your clothes last longer:-). I am not saying to go for designer brands, but buying well-made brand name stuff is usually the best choice. Just make sure you buy them on sale, or use good coupons or do both, which is always the best):-)

- Don't buy what you don't need just because it is on sale. Even if it is a REALLY good sale:-)

- Try to pay cash for everything. If you see how much money you are actually spending, you may think twice before purchasing something. Credit cards are dangerous. Use them only for emergencies and major purchases;

- Buy clothing which is classy. Torn jeans may be really hip this year, but are you sure you will be able to pull them off next year?

- When buying clothes for your kids, try to always get them in larger sizes. Kids grow up Sooooooooooooo quickly (it is a cliche, but it is true). Plus, it is very easy to roll up sleeves;

- Try to be practical. You can still be fashionable and classy while being practical. If you can't decide whether to buy a yellow with white polka dots purse or a dark brown one, think which one is more versatile;

- Don't buy low quality clothing, shoes or purses. Quality stuff will last you longer.

- Never ever pay full price. Hunt for coupons, sale and clearance.