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[quote=Anonymous]Well, I could write you with some tips and tricks of stylish options at affordable prices, but really this is about prioritizing.  There's nothing wrong with prioritizing savings.

But I think if you aren't also enjoying yourself, what's the point?  Are you going to magically start enjoying life at 65?  So spend some on things that make you happy now.  Clothes and style make some people happy.  It's travel for others, or home decor, or a hobby, or whatever.   The fact that you say you get sick to your stomach when shopping is concerning to me.  Girl.  Have some FUN.

That said,

- Learn what fits your body and looks and feels good on you
- Aggressively shop end of season sales at mid range mall stores - Talbots, Ann Taylor, Loft, Macy's, whatever.  You can get excellent pieces at rock bottom prices.  For example, don't buy anything now.  Right after the 4th of July, hit those stores up for their sale racks.  Try on a bunch.  Figure out what you like.  Buy a couple of things, and then wait and buy stuff you remember trying on in a few more weeks when it is super cheap. This is the best way to get quality shoes.  
- The sale racks at DSW are full of dreck, but there are hidden jewels there, too.  No need to pay $80 for shoes.  Be picky and choosy - only buys what works in your wardrobe and what feels good to you.  
- here's a secret if you are in DC and Talbots works for you - The clearance store in Springfield can yield amazing deals.  high quality pants for $20, jackets at rock bottom prices, etc.  
- JC Penney can be good for basics, if you are picky and choosy.  I buy t-shirts for $6-8 there because I like the weight of them. They are my basic t shirts (unless I want a thin shirt in summer or for a particular outfit, then it's Old Navy). In the fall, I'll sometimes pick up some basic sweaters in new colors or styles.  I have a black cable neck turtleneck I got from JC Penney that is a nice mid weight, all cotton, and I wear it once every two weeks or so in the winter.  And then I throw it in the wash (It's all cotton) and wear it again. It's a staple that cost me <$20, but my per wear cost on it by this point has to be <.25 per wear.  Because it's black, it goes with a wide variety of pants and skirts - solids and patterns.  
- Old Navy is full of junk, but their work out/athleisure stuff is great and is on sale constantly. Their jeans are hit or miss, but one style is perfect for me, and they were special deal $12.50 each this past weekend. They always have a fun decent pattern each season and I get whatever top is in that pattern.  Their t-shirts are thin, but great for layering, and they are cheap.  (their dress pants are not great and their shoes are junky, don't buy them). Etc.

Girl. Go buy yourself a fun gingham skirt and white t at Old Navy this weekend (or whatever!) and just enjoy yourself.  [/quote]

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