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Shopping can be much more difficult in tough economic times, since prices are often higher even when incomes are lower. In addition to food, other items like clothing and clothing accessories will require more careful selection. Every mother wants to find ways to save money when shopping for herself or her family, while at the same time getting the quality she wants. Fortunately, if you are looking for a discount, there are several things you can try:
Dollar Stores
While you might not think of a dollar store as the place to go for clothing, you can often find very nice little accessory items in these stores. For example, a simple scarf, a small purse or a belt can be had for next to nothing at a dollar store. Of course, you have to be selective and chose something that goes with what you already have.
Credit Cards
Having the right credit card can make shopping easier. When you are looking for a credit cards best interest rate, you should shop around until you get something that you are comfortable with. If you have a small business, if might be a good idea to look for the best small business credit card you can find, since these often have better rates.
Coupons
What of the best ways to save money when you are shopping for clothing and accessories is to look for store or manufacturers coupons, In the past, coupons were only available for things like food or cleaning products, but many clothing stores have recently started offering them as well. By saving coupons and using them at the right time, you can combine them with sales to get even greater savings.
Budgeting
A very important part of keeping clothing costs low it to carefully budget your money. You should set aside a part of your income each month for clothing purchases. This total amount should be no more than you can comfortably afford, and you should never go over it.
Thrift Stores
A great place to look for discounted clothing is a thrift store. You may be surprised in the high quality of much of the second hand clothing you will find in these stores. Often, expensive name brand jeans that normally go for a hundred dollars or more can be had for a dollar or two. You can also find belts, ties and other accessories at thrift stores.
You don’t have to spend a fortune to look good. In fact, you shouldn’t have to. Instead, simply give a few alternatives to department stores a try, and you should be able to look fashionable without putting your bank account in the red.
