11 Budget-Friendly Tips To Build a Fabulous Summer Wardrobe

Alfresco dinners, vacations, picnics, and barbecues are just a few things that make summer the social season of the year. Are you bored of everything in your closet? It’s time to revamp your wardrobe with clothes that make you feel and look great.

If you are on a tight budget, don’t fret! We’re sharing the best tips to build your summer wardrobe on a budget. Let’s dive in.

Look for Discounts and Deals

Thanks to the internet, you no longer have to spend your money on full-priced clothes from retail stores. From trendy Instagram stores to popular brands, you can buy a wide variety of clothing at affordable prices. And the best part? Usually, you can find a discount code or offer. Always shop for deals online to save more.

Host a Clothes Swap

You and your friends probably have things in your closets that no longer fit you or match your style. You should consider hosting a clothes swap where everyone brings such items and exchanges them for something they like. Not only is it free, but it’s also a sustainable way to build a summer wardrobe.

Go Thrifting

Speaking of sustainability, thrifting has recently gained widespread popularity, thanks to social media fashionistas. You can get one-of-kind pieces at highly discounted prices in thrift and charity shops. Even if you don’t have a thrift store in your neighborhood, you can thrift online on websites like threadUp and Depop.

Revamp Old Clothes

With some simple changes, you can infuse new life into your old clothes. For example, there is nothing easier than cropping a top or sweatshirt for a more youthful look. All you need is a pair of scissors! You can also crop pants, jeans, and dresses.

Attend Estate Sales

Apart from thrift and charity shops, estate sales are a great place to score high-end pieces at reasonable prices. Such sales are a goldmine for luxury clothing and jewelry. You can check newspaper listings, online estate sale websites, and Craigslist to find estate sales in your area.

Buy Versatile Accessories

A premium quality scarf is a must-have fashion accessory. You style a scarf in many different ways. You can tie it around your neck, use it as a headband, wear it as a wrap top or a belt. The possibilities are truly endless.

Quality Over Quantity

It is better to buy classic pieces that will last you a lifetime instead of trendy clothes that will be out of style next season. Invest in a pair of high-quality jeans, trousers, white sneakers, strappy nude heels, a basic t-shirt, and a little black dress. These also make great transitional fashion pieces. You can easily layer them for colder seasons.

Sell Unwanted Items

Unwanted clothing creates clutter and takes up unnecessary space. Luckily, it’s quite easy to sell clothes and accessories online. Create an account on eBay or Depop to sell clothes you don’t need. Use the extra cash to buy clothes for your summer wardrobe.

Be Selective

For creating a wearable and fashionable wardrobe, it’s important to discover your style. Start by creating a mood board on Pinterest by pinning your favorite trends, silhouettes, colors, and so on. Use this as inspiration when buying clothes.

Find a Tailor

A good fit can completely change the look of an outfit. If you love things in your wardrobe but don’t fit right, get them tailored by a professional.

Borrow or Rent

Do you have to attend a wedding or any other special event? Buying a whole new outfit for an occasion is not the best idea. Instead, borrow a dress from your friends and family. Alternatively, you can also rent everything from designer clothes to shoes at affordable rates.

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15 Small Outfit Problems That Make You Look Like A Hot Mess

Whenever we leave the house, we’re bound to run into someone we know. Whether it’s for a run to the grocery store, a trip to the mall or even if we’re headed to go to work – it’s important we always look our best. Even if we’re not in the mood to get dressed up and ready for a quick trip out – people judge us for every little thing we wear.

There are a lot of ways that out outfits and appearance can f*ck us over in terms of other people’s opinions of us, without us even noticing. Sure, we may have showered this morning, put on a brand new outfit and tried to look our absolute best, but there are small little details that fall through the cracks and in turn, make us look like we’re riding the Hot Mess Express.

15. Wearing clothing that has small rips, frays or tears in it.

Sometimes we leave the house in ripped jeans or jeans that are frayed at the bottom. While it’s a style statement and trend, sometimes, it makes us look disheveled and unorganized. Sometimes when we wear things too often and for too long, the threads start to wear and buttons begin to become loose – while you don’t think it’s a big deal, people notice.

14. Wearing too many accessories.

While accessorizing can spice up a plain outfit, going overboard can make any outfit look tacky and cheap. If you are going to a work setting or a really nice affair, you don’t want to overdo it by blinging out a fancy dress or pants suit. Keep it simple.

13. Not ironing your shirt/dress/skirt.

Sometimes when we leave the house in a rush, we don’t have time to iron everything. People will run out the door in a button-down shirt that looks like we’ve slept in it, a dress with way too many wrinkles or a skirt that needs to be fixed ASAP. Not ironing your clothing can make you look sloppy in appearance. And, what’s even better is they now sell hand steamers that you can buy and speed up the “ironing process” altogether.

12. Wearing hair ties as bracelets or accessories on your wrist.

It may seem convenient to keep your hair tie or a rubber band on your wrist in case you want to throw your hair up, but it also looks sloppy and makes you appear much younger than you are. It’s better off to put them in your bag, car, or desk at work incase you want it, rather than keeping it on your wrist all day long.

11. Wearing clothes that are too tight on you.

There comes a time in everyone’s life where we start gaining weight a bit faster than when we were younger – it’s called growing up. Our metabolism starts to slow down and all that pizza comes back in our faces whenever we look in the mirror. If you’re still wearing shirts and dresses from when you were 18-years-old and they definitely don’t fit anymore, people notice.

10. Carrying around a bag that’s too big in certain situations.

When you go to a job interview or a party, it’s better to carry a smaller bag than a large one. Also, you want to be sure the bag is in good condition and isn’t ripping or tearing anywhere, or that there are no dirty stains on it anywhere. Bigger bags can make you appear as though you’re trying too hard.

9. Visible bra straps.

While many women think showing your bra is a “feminist movement,” it does look sloppy and tacky in most social settings. In fact, if you’re wearing a shirt in which your bra is showing, it can even come off slutty and inappropriate – especially in a work setting.

8. Wearing oversized clothing.

Sometimes, with the right outfit, oversized clothes can be chic and cute. But, often times this isn’t the case and instead, appears sloppy and lazy. Finding clothes that are tailored to your body is the key to appearing professional and kept.

7. Day-old makeup.

Even though you think no one can tell your eyeliner and mascara is from last night, it’s pretty obvious when it’s smudged all over your face. It’s better off to wash your face and start fresh rather than be lazy and keep the same, cruddy makeup on. People will think you are irresponsible and trashy if you appear this way.

6. Animal hair on your clothes.

If you have a pet, it’s likely that they tend to shed all over your house and clothing. But, that’s why God invented lint brushes and rollers. Just because you have a dog doesn’t mean you want to show up to a meeting covered in dog hair – it just looks awful.

5. Sweaters with pills all over them.

Every girl knows there comes a time when we need to retire our favorite sweaters (RIP). Although we love them and had some good times in them, when they begin to get “pilly” it’s time to chuck them and get new ones. Wearing pilly sweaters make you look cheap and dirty.

4. Wearing the wrong shoes with the wrong outfit.

Even if you’re trying to be comfortable rather than classy, you can always throw sneakers in your bag for your commute home (which is what we all do). When you’re at the office or at a party/event, don’t show up in your sandals or sneakers just because you have to take the train home. It looks tacky and unfortunately gives off the vibe that you don’t care.

3. Wearing any clothing with stains.

Sure, you may have gotten oil on your favorite t-shirt, but that doesn’t mean you should continue wearing it just because it’s your favorite. If you can’t get a stain out, that means you have to replace whatever item you’ve stained. Going out with stained clothing is horrible for your appearance and will always make you look sloppy and disorderly.

2. Wearing white shirts/dresses/pants/skirts that are no longer bright white.

Eventually after owning white clothing for years, the white begins to fade and it becomes more of an off-white/gray. This is when you need to purchase new whites. Whites should be bright and clean, not dull and dirty. Wearing these “white” items will make you look cheap and as though you don’t wash your clothing often enough – or separate your laundry.

1. Dirty or chipped nails.

If you don’t take care of your nails, it’s an issue. Even if you’re not into getting them done or painting them, you should always clean them and cut them. If you do get manicures and your nail polish is overly chipped, that also is a sign of sloppiness and bad hygiene. The minute you see dirty under your nails, clean them. If they’re too long, cut them. If they’re chipping, take the nail polish off. Clean nails make you look cleanly and responsible.

Fashion Pieces You REALLY Need This Spring

It can be so overwhelming after watching endless Tik Toks or reading blogs, so I gladly summarized the iconic pieces in under four minutes.

In the world of fashion, it can be so intimidating to keep up with the trends. Personally, I don’t keep up with each trend, but I do incorporate some of my favorites into my style. Remember that the way you dress does not define who you are and you should not change your style to stay up to date. I compiled a few of my current favorite trends and/or things I already have in my closet that still can be “trendy.”

Denim

Denim is so easy! What you already have in your closet you can mix and match, cut up, or wear differently. As most of you know, my generation has called out skinny jeans, so if you want to hop off that trend, here are a few styles you can start with:

Target has a great selection of boyfriend jeans. Most of mine are bought there; the Wild and Fable brand is my favorite. Francesca’s carries the best mom jeans that are actually stretchy for your thighs. I like their Harper brand because they are like a cheaper dupe for American Eagle. My favorite part about Harper jeans is the variety of shades, styles, and lengths they offer. Once you feel comfortable in boyfriend and mom jeans, try out the wide-legged denim by shopping at H&M or Princess Polly. I think they offer a great variety of jeans you can try out and wear this spring season.

Denim jeans are not the only staple you need this spring – you need a denim jacket for layering your looks! A jean jacket can change the entire vibe of your look, taking it from formal to casual chic. I like pairing light-washed denim jackets with pastel, neutral, and darker clothing. If you wear warm tones, blues, or shades of green, try wearing a darker shade of denim. Adding layers to your look adds depth and definition to your figure. My favorite denim jackets are at your local TJMaxx or anywhere that sells Levi’s jackets.

Neutrals

Neutrals are great colors to add to your wardrobe. What I have been purchasing lately have been graphic tees, outwear, shorts, and dresses. I love muted and nude tones of neutral colors because they contrast with my olive skin tone. As a Latina, I love colors that can really bring out my skin color when the weather gets warmer.

Find a shade that makes your skin feel the most beautiful and the most confident in. Once you’ve done that, don’t be afraid to reach for ivory and sand tones. These are great colors to mix darker or warmer-toned clothing with. Lighter colors will add dimension to your look and they are great to mimic the light flowers that bloom.

Chunky Shoes

Before you completely skip this paragraph, allow me to ease you into this trend. I actually was inspired by Rosalia’s chunky white shoes she would perform in. This was a trend I slowly saw unfold at the end of 2019. Well, it made its way back around but with a variety of shoes and styles.

If you have been to your local Target, there are a variety of chunky sandals and wedges on display. Whether you are a sneaker or sandal type of gal, try adding some height to your favorite look with these shoes. I am 5’7 and, although for so long I was afraid of being taller, this trend has helped me come out of that fear. I like to add chunky sneakers to my “running errands” look or to a casual t-shirt dress. My favorite places to shop for chunky shoes are Princess Polly, DSW, or Fila. They offer different styles of shoes and Fila sneakers that are so comfortable.

Small Purses

Accessories are important for every outfit – whether it’s casual or dressy. They tie the entire outfit together. Small purses have been on my timeline 24/7 lately and I am not mad about it. I grew up wearing small purses like mini clutches, cross bodies, or clear bags. My current obsessions are the small leather purses and jelly crossbodies.

When I am wearing a lounge set or a simple jean and tee look, I always wear my leather crossbody. And, when I am dressing up just a tad more, I pair it with a jelly crossbody. These bags are not hard to find – my current jelly bag is from Aubrey’s Attic Co. (a local Kansas City online boutique). You can also find a variety of bags on Zara, H&M, or Princess Polly.

Shades

The sun is literally my best friend in the summer. I love getting a good tan, going on a hike, or just having dinner on a patio. Another fun accessory to pair with your outfit is some bold and colorful shades. I love a simple aviator shape, circle shape, or an oversized square shape.

My favorite places to get shades are from Quay, Francesca’s, or a local boutique. They always offer quality and most of them are under $50! I worked at Francesca’s for years, so their two-for-$14 deal is to die for. I have had these aviator pairs since 2018 – they have gone to Central America, Europe, and the West Coast and back. They truly are worth the under $20 hype and you get to choose another pair, too!

Spring is a fun season to mix and match trends, add some bold accessories, and play with new looks. Try something you have been wanting to try out, whether it’s in style or not because, at the end of the day, it’s your style! Express yourself with your clothing and don’t be afraid to show up overdressed.

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About the Author

Melanie Oliva is a student journalist at the University of Missouri. She is majoring in Journalism with an emphasis in Magazine Writing and Investigating Journalism and a minor in Women and Gender Studies. Melanie loves shopping local, oat milk lattes, and listening to music. Follow her on Instagram and Twitter.

The Best Budget-Friendly Clothing Sites

With clothing stores shuttered across the country and loungewear dominating the latest trends last year, how did you shop fashion?

Did you scour the internet for new ways to shop without breaking the bank? Or were you re-shopping your closet, mixing and matching outfits to create fresh looks?

As fashionistas around the world adjusted to a new era of fashion, several fast-fashion brands came out on top by keeping up with popular styles while maintaining affordable prices.

Sitejabber dug into the research and looked through their data from over 3 million reviewers to help you find out which brands shoppers reported as the best sites to look for cheap yet trendy clothes beyond the pandemic.

Here are the top 10 best budget-friendly clothing sites shoppers recommended.

ASOS

On almost every affordable fashion “best of” list, you’re likely to find ASOS. And to be honest, we’re not surprised. ASOS may be one of the most prominent brands executing a great balance between quality, fashion, and affordability. The retailer not only carries its own line but dozens of other designers, allowing them to provide a large variety of clothing. You’ll find that many of the pieces look sophisticated and are perfect for streetwear.

Chic Me

Despite a rough start, Chic Me has really elevated their services. Shoppers reported finding tons of amazing dresses and tops for a fraction of what the price looks like it should be. Chic Me has plenty of options for whatever you’re looking for, just make sure you order ahead of time as some reviewers report slower shipping times.

Fashion Nova

Fashion Nova was so popular that in 2018, they were the most searched-for clothing brand. They even beat out luxury brands like Louis Vuitton and Gucci! Fashion Nova is continuing to take over with celebrity-approved cheap dresses and jeans, solidifying their spot on this list.

Lulus

Heading to a formal event, or perhaps even walking down the aisle? Lulus could be your next favorite online store for cute, elegant dresses and outfits on a budget. They even carry a line of affordable wedding dresses! Although Lulus may not be quite as cheap as the other brands on this list, shoppers report loving the quality of each of their pieces.

Missguided

Missguided is another popular site shoppers flock to for the latest trends. Shoppers love everything from their loungewear to their slinky dresses. If you’re looking for extended sizing or a maternity selection, check them out!

Nasty Gal

Looking for something to wear for a night out? You might want to check out Nasty Gal for that “turning heads” outfit. Nasty Gal carries clothing for other occasions as well, always making sure to stay on trend for every season.

PrettyLittleThing

Endorsed by many influencers, PrettyLittleThing has grown increasingly popular for women in multiple countries. Despite its name, PrettyLittleThing designs both feminine and edgy outfits that keep up with the latest trends. Reviewers recommend finding your activewear and outerwear here.

Shein

While all the brands on this list offer low and competitive prices, none can do discount shopping like Shein. Shein has built quite a reputation for themselves and is now a go-to for many shoppers for amazingly affordable prices. Shein also carries the biggest variety of clothes for not only women, but men, kids, and your pets too!

Tobi

Whether it’s a cute dress or a cozy sweater, you’ll be able to find your next Instagram-worthy outfit at Tobi. They also constantly mark off their items by 50%, so shoppers advise to always wait for those sales (but you probably won’t have to wait long).

Zara

While Zara may already be a household name, they are trending more than ever! Zara is a retailer always designing runway-esque styles for the budget-conscious shopper. If you want to find classic basics, fashion-forward statement pieces, or power outfits for work, Zara is the place for you.

For more details on how reviewers rated their overall experiences with each brand, check out the full discount clothing guide on Sitejabber.

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Creating Your Own Clothing: 5 Must-Have Items for Your First Studio

If you dream about creating your own clothing, don’t worry about spending tons of money to start your first project. These five essential supplies make years of sewing projects possible.

With the right planning and upkeep, your studio will have everything you need without breaking your budget. Check out these must-haves.

Sewing Machine Table

Every sewing enthusiast needs a good table. You should have plenty of space for your sewing machine and extra room around it. Projects of all sizes will pass through the machine and pass over the table, so keep it clean and open. If you have extra decor like picture frames or a sewing box, find places around or beside your table to avoid knocking anything over.

Your desk should also have room to organize all of your supplies in drawers or built-in shelving. Neat boxes of bobbins, needles, and rulers streamline future projects and make it easier to double-check which supplies you need to restock. You’ll save more money by taking this extra step so you never buy what you already have at home.

Fabric Cutting Table

You need to cut fabric before starting a project, which is easier with a designated fabric cutting table. There will always be space to spread out materials and cut them while they’re flat, preventing snags or missed tracing lines. Top it with a reinforced mat, so you never slice into your table.

Your cutting table may also have drawers for storing things like your rotary cutter or fabric shears. As you become more comfortable with challenging projects, you can get the necessary tools without cluttering your crafting area.

Make sure there’s nothing around your table to prevent you from cutting smoothly. Otherwise, you might bump your elbow or arm into something and injure yourself with the sharp cutting tools.

Electric Space Heater

When you don’t have an extra room to put your sewing equipment, move into your garage. It’s often the perfect place to make your projects in privacy. Open the door for fresh air and clear out half of the space for all of your must-have items.

You can even work there year-round with a space heater. They won’t drive up your electricity bill like your thermostat. Their design allows them to maintain a comfortable temperature in below-freezing climates without consuming tons of electricity. A cold garage results in stiff fingers and runny noses. Everyone should have a comfortable environment for their hobbies, wherever they take place in your house.

Ergonomic Rolling Chair

Creating your own clothing sometimes requires bending over your work table for hours on end. It could result in significant pain if you don’t use an ergonomic chair. These chairs provide lumbar support to reduce lower back strain that causes pain in places like:

● Your shoulders

● Your ears

● Your hips

If you find this support in a rolling chair, you’ll easily glide from your cutting to sewing table without extra hassle. They’re easy to assemble, support your posture, and last a long time, so they’re another worthy studio investment. Test a few chairs in person by looking at in-store models to make sure your chair’s curve properly fits into your lower and upper back.

Dedicated Ironing Board

Finishing seams is much simpler after ironing the fabric. It also prevents wrinkles from permanently ruining any specific alignments. Your future striped shirt won’t look good if you accidentally misalign the stripes because of bunched or wrinkled fabric.

Tuck your trusty ironing board behind your sewing desk or in a nearby closet. You’ll never waste time hunting it down because a family member needed to press clothes for work elsewhere in your home. Pair it with an iron specifically for your projects so you always have what you need on hand.

Make Your Budget

Creating your own clothing is a rewarding, life-long adventure, so make a studio budget today. These five must-have items for your first studio ensure that you have all the basics for big and small projects. Beginning with a comfortable environment, a sturdy desk, and even a personal ironing board prevents unnecessary distractions so you get the most joy from your hobby.

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Oscar Collins is the managing editor at Modded. He writes about cars, fitness, the outdoors and more. Follow @TModded on Twitter for more articles from the Modded team.

5 Must-Have Wardrobe Staples for the Fall Season

Since the last couple of weeks, cold winds have started to blow as soon as the sunsets.

School has started for many, the smell of pumpkin spice latte lingers in the air, and the leaves have begun to change color – obtaining beautiful warm hues of yellows, oranges, reds, and browns.

All of these are definite signs that our favorite time of the year yet again – the time to update our wardrobes and try out the cute, snug outfits that we have been saving for fall all through last year.

Autumn- that time of the year…

Autumn brings with itself many things. But the one thing that we love the most about this season is the super chic trends that come with it.

We would certainly be lying if we said we were not waiting for sweater weather to whip out the sexy leather jacket that we got off the clearance sale at the start of spring!

Timeless clothing that adapts to complement any outfit

Though fashion is usually inconsistent, some unique pieces will never go out of style.

These trendy garments are so versatile and adaptable with every outfit that they have stood the test of time for decades – witnessing the forever changing fads of the rag trade and still fitting in. For example, there are quite a few jacket styles that make sense to wear as well as keep looking you fresh the entire year around.

Whether it is as casual as a graphic t-shirt that you wear them with or as extra as a flowy maxi dress, these timeless classics will never let you down.

In the following paragraphs, we will discuss some of these investment pieces that you can wear year upon year as soon as the wind starts to get a little chilly. Read on to get a little fashion inspo towards styling your outfit around these few fall essentials to create a new, bomb look every time you wear them.

1. Try on an oversized blazer for a casual chic look

As the temperature starts to drop, nature signals us to start layering up.

Wearing a complementing layer over your shirt is one of the most significant ways you can add character and personality to an otherwise basic outfit, while also protecting yourself against the cold. And when you have got a relaxed, oversized blazer to do the job, what is not to love?

A boxy blazer gives you a silhouette that makes you stand out in a crowd. Accentuating your look to a whole new level, this popular choice of outerwear is best paired with blinding white straight-cut pants and a plain t-shirt.

2. Whip out the chunky wool sweater that your grandma hand knitted for your birthday

Hand-knit woolen sweaters are our favorite thing to wear all through fall and winter. Keeping you cozily comfortable, these chunky beauties also have a lot of potentials when it comes to making a casual ensemble extra swanky.

So, make grandma proud and choose the oversized sweater she made, especially for you. Holding pure love in each of its knots, the chunky wool sweater goes exceptionally well over a mini dress – making sure you do not freeze to death while making a fashion statement.

3. Put your best foot forward, wearing stylish and warm woolen sneakers

The next item that you should buy this season – if you do not have a pair in your wardrobe already – are some warm woolen sneakers. Super trendy and extremely durable, we are sure a pair of dark blue wool sneakers will last you for quite a few years to come.

These warm treats will go with anything at all, making them the ultimate wardrobe necessity for the colder months. Wear them with your worn-out jeans or with a dress – these beauties will make sure that you are on top of your fashion game at all times.

4. Flaunt your feminine side by sporting a flowy, dressy skirt

If you are sad to see the warm weather leave because it means you cannot wear cute little sundresses anymore, you do not need to despair anymore.

Even as the summer takes away the excitement of short dresses, the winter replaces it with the grace and elegance of midi skirts.

The cold weather does not mean that you must wear thick trousers or denim pants every single day.

Switch up your look with a flirty midi skirt to flaunt your feminine side and bring out the fabulous fashionista inside you. Pair a statement skirt with a warm-toned sweater, and you are all set to rule the runway.

5. A motorcycle leather jacket will instantly transform you into a badass babe

When you are transitioning from the hot summers to chilly autumn, you need to make some changes in your jacket style to make sure it suits the weather. This means replacing your light, denim jacket with outerwear that offers a higher degree of protection against the bitter cold.

Our favorite way to make this practical switch is by bringing a rocker chic motorcycle leather jacket into the picture.

It is no secret that motorcycle leather jackets have been in style for more than 100 years now, and they do not seem to be leaving the fashion scene anytime soon either. This style of leather jacket can instantly take you from one to a hundred on the badass scale. Wear your most flattering pair of skinny jeans and a basic white top to bring out the edginess of this particular all-time favorite.

Know your essentials!

If you have got these timeless beauties tucked deep into your closet, it is time to whip them out for the season. These essential pieces can be worn year after year without growing old, proving to be an excellent investment when it comes to fast fashion. So stock up on the above wardrobe staples and save yourself the money and the effort of shopping for new clothes every time sweater weather rolls around.

The final word

How many of these fashion essentials do you already own? How many do you plan to buy this fall? What is your favorite way to style your Autumn specials that make them stand out? Comment down below and let us know!

About Ashley Rosa:

Ashley Rosa is a freelance writer and blogger. As writing is her passion that why she loves to write articles related to the latest trends in technology and sometimes on health-tech as well. She is crazy about chocolates. You can find her at twitter: @ashrosa2.

Consigning Clothes and Buying from Consignment

A lot of people are not completely clear on what exactly consignment is. We usually have the idea of a second-hand shop where the shop actually buys or collects used clothes and then sells it. Well, with consignment things function a bit differently. With consignment, the owner keeps ownership of their item until it sells, if it sells. Of course, the owner of the item needs to pay a small fee to the shop as compensation for them selling the item in question.

So, buying from consignment means that you are buying directly from the first owner. And this is especially important when buying clothes as you are going to put them on your skin, and it is always better if you know where exactly they came from. Now, if you are thinking about consigning clothes or buying from consignment here are some additional things you should know.

Understanding the concept of consignment shops

Most consignment shops are small local businesses that offer their own terms and conditions if you want to sell your clothing items there. The good news is that you can probably bargain and get the price of their commission down a bit, but the bad news is that they typically have a limited number of customers so your clothing might not get the desired exposure and it might stay at the shop for a very long time. This is where the internet comes in handy, choosing you can use a consignment online shop and get a lot more exposure for your items.

In most cases it requires you registering, paying a small fee and putting up images of the clothing items you want to sell along with their description. In today’s world, where everything is just a click away, the online option might be the fastest way for you to hand down the clothing items you are finally willing to part with. Just remember to count in the shipping price for each item.

Consider payment options

One of the reasons people choose consignment is either to either save money by buying well-preserved items for a much lower price, or to earn some extra money by selling items they do not longer want to wear. But in order to achieve the best price in both cases it is important to decide which payment methods are acceptable. It is similar to choosing the perfect credit card, you need to read carefully and see what benefits each package offers.

You can choose to pay for clothing via credit card or PayPal if it is an online purchase, on the other hand, you might want you have the option of making a simple cash exchange with the owner of the consignment shop after your item has been sold. It all depends what you are most comfortable with, and if there are certain benefits and savings possibilities for each of the options.

Maybe start a business

You can always consider starting a consignment business if you have a lot of items you want to sell or know people who want to supply your shop. Of course, the online option is the fastest and the cheapest way to get things off the ground as you won’t have to rent a space and pay for utilities, you can run it from the comfort of your own home. And as for the current market you will be happy to know that millennials are driving the re-sale clothing boom by choosing to pay less but still loving the brands.

You will see them frequenting vintage shops, a lot of which are actually consignment shops or bragging how they got that perfect Vera Wang dress for one-third of the price from the first owner. So, if you are considering this type of business now is the right time to go for it. The starting investment won’t be that big and all you need is to have a stable supply of clothing items from people willing to sell their clothes via your website. The profit won’t be too far behind.

So, if you want to consign clothes or buy clothes from consignment, or even start your own consignment shop, you live in the perfect day and age for that. The fact that more and more people are deciding to do this means that there is a lot more choice out there. You could run into great deals on high-quality couture items or be happy that you have found the most perfect-fitting skirt for just 5$ the options are limitless.

Consignment as movement has taken momentum as shows no sign of shopping, it allows people with a limited budget to wear expensive clothing items and at the same time earn some additional funds by selling off options clothes they don’t intend to wear any longer.

Article written by Sophia Smith
Sophia is a Beauty & Style blogger, Graphic designer and Style editor at highstylife.com

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28 Memes You’ll Want To Screenshot And Share With Your Sister Immediately

Growing up with sisters can be a blessing and a curse. For one, you have endless closets to raid and makeup to borrow. But, girls can be the pettiest and ruthless individuals in the world—especially when you wrong them. Try doing wrong by your sister, and you can bet your ass you’re in for a long haul of telling mom you snuck out to meet a guy and tons of savage commentary.

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5-Year-Old Sent Home In Different Outfit After School Asks Her To ‘Cover Her Body’

We’ve all read stories about schoolgirls being punished for violating the dress code — almost invariably to make male students and faculty feel more “comfortable.” But this sexualization of young girls usually applies to teens, not kindergarteners.

Recently, a 5-year-old kindergartner was forced to change her outfit in school after administration deemed the young girl was showing “too much skin.” Her mother, Emily Stewart shared the story on Facebook, saying:

The picture on the left is showing what my daughter was wearing to school this morning. The picture on the right is what I picked her up in. She is in kindergarten and she is 5.

Now, I knew the weather would be nice today. I sent her to school with a light sweater over her dress and jeans underneath of it. It’s a new dress that her grandma got her and she really wanted to wear it. we live in Minnesota and having 65 degree weather in April a week after a snow storm is everything to us in the Midwest. So, I thought “yeah it will be nice out you can wear a dress.” And that was the end of my thinking. It didn’t occur to me that an adult would look at my 5 year old child and think that wearing a dress was inappropriate.

She was told that she needed to leave class and go to the nurses office.

The nurse told her that she needed to cover her body and made her put on this T-shirt.

I am not making this post to bash the school or say anything bad. I’m making this post to raise some discussion.

As a mother, how am I supposed to teach my daughter to love and celebrate her body when she has people telling her she “needs privacy.”

What exactly is private about a 5 year olds shoulders?

Why is it ok to put my daughters bare shoulders before her education?

Why was her dress looked at as an inappropriate outfit to begin with? She is 5 why is she being sexualized?

I asked her when I picked her up “why are you wearing a T-shirt?”
She said “I was told I had to put something on because I need privacy.”
I then asked “how did that make you feel when they told you that?”

She started bawling.

She was excited to wear that dress to school and show her friends and play in it on the play ground.

She said to me “I don’t know why they told me I couldn’t wear my dress it was super embarrassing.”How do I teach a little girl that what she wears and her appearance is not nearly as important as her education and self development when things like this happen?

Stewart also shared a video on Facebook live, discussing in detail what went down and how she feels about the school sexualizing her 5-year-old daughter.

Many people online were outraged to see that adults were that uncomfortable with a 5-year-old showing her shoulders in class.

As it turns out, Stewart’s Facebook video and commentary made waves online. Stewart was featured in countless news segments from town and, after, ISD 264 where her daughter attends school sent out an email announcing changes to the language of their dress code.

Stewart posted the update and the email online, stating that they removed the rule that allows determining sexualization based on a child’s outfit.

Way to go, Mom—that’s how you stand up for your child.

h/t: Scary Mommy, Facebook

18 Of The Funniest Responses To This Viral Clothing Ad Where The Model’s Shirt Is Absurdly Tight

The world of fashion is a dog-eat-dog world. To survive, you need to stand-out, either with your designs, the structure of your business, marketing, or that certain unidentifiable something that titillates the senses and gets consumers to click “add to cart.”

If you’re the men’s clothing company, Father & Sons you hire the strangest looking beefcakes you can find and garb them in the tightest possible button-downs and pants that are essentially painted on.

I mean, just look at this character.

That sinewy mannequin who would make Gaston jealous is Shaun Rezaei. Look at the way his arms are literally double the size of the sleeve opening. Or how the buttons aren’t lined up at all. You too can mimic this “werewolf midway through transformation” look if you shop at Father & Sons.

How do those pants even work? How does one slip into those things? What actual size are the shirts? I’m not the only one completely flabbergasted by these designs. People have been flocking to F&S’s Facebook page to essentiallybuild a new FAQ for the brand:

Please don’t forget that Shaun, as he very publicly announces in his Instagram bio, has less than 5% body fat.

Any publicity is good publicity, right? Maybe Father & Sons are actually brilliant marketing tacticians…

Follow-up question: Do those models need a second person to help them put the shirts on? Can their arms bend enough to button their buttons? I’ll be thinking about this for awhile.

h/t: Bored Panda and Someecards