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We’re all looking for ways to get the most out of our money at the moment, which is something that’s getting harder for younger people, who in the UK are taking home less money in real terms than they did before the pandemic.
Looking your best on a budget might feel daunting, but it just takes a little bit of discernment to pick up the right items that will do the most work for your expenditure. Here are four suggestions for canny clothing choices.
Watches
The right watch adds both fashion and functionality to your outfit and, as an accessory, buying one means upgrading multiple outfits per week rather than, say, a top that will need to go into the wash.
A particular advantage of purchasing watches in leaner economic times is that these pieces are known for holding a high return value, with some of them potentially becoming collectors’ items down the line. Make sure to keep them in good condition so that you can look to get back most of your investment – if not more than what you paid – in the years to come.
Knitwear
Knitwear is experiencing something of a growth in popularity of late as people turn to more locally hand-made clothing as an environmentally friendly choice, in response to fast fashion’s part in the worsening climate crisis.
What’s great about knitted clothing from an economical perspective is that it holds its shape really well over time, so you can be confident that you’ll get a great deal of use out of your purchase.
Jeans
A pair of jeans is often the most worn item in a wardrobe so it’s worth considering splashing out on a really good pair or two that you can expect to last longer than a cheaper pair.Jeans are such versatile items that you might wear them for almost any occasion so having a pair that you’re particularly proud of can enhance your look in all manner of settings, from holidays to bars to date nights.
Coats
A well-made coat is something you could easily own, use and love for the rest of your life – and it becomes even more of a no-brainer if you’re living somewhere that gets cold often, which few places in the UK can deny!
If you’re out in the winter, a coat is arguably the dominant part of your outfit, so investing in one that really speaks to your taste can define your sense of style while taking the pressure off the rest of your ensemble. Make sure it’s warm and comfortable as well as stylish, and it’ll be hard not to justify the price tag.
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