Save on clothing purchases |Jdm

The modes change quickly and the temptation is strong to regularly buy new clothes.How to spend less and more intelligently to dress?

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On average, Quebec households devoted 4.7 % of their budget to buy clothing in 2019, according to statistical Canada data (distribution of medium -sized household expenditure, 2019).This is a lot, it is even more than what we spend in health care (4.6 %) and even in education and reading equipment (1.7 %).

However, it is possible to minimize the invoice by applying these simple tips.

Visit the thrift stores

The thrift stores have multiplied in recent years.By searching a little, we find everything, and for all tastes.Some of them have specialized and even offer articles clawed at reasonable prices.A great way to get chic clothes or accessories to a cost fraction.There are also online thrills like good shopping (Bonmagasinage.com) or poshmark (poshmark.that).

To buy new ones, warehouse sales (lessentes.that) constituent une bonne solution.

Use the sales sites between individuals and applications

In most sales sites between individuals (Kijiji, Facebook Marketplace, Pac, Ebay, etc..), we find clothes, shoes and accessories.It's worth going to take a look.

Une grande bannière comme H&M a même lancé H&M RE:WEAR (Rewear.hm.com), a site where you can resell and buy only clothes, shoes and accessories from this brand.

Better yet: applications like Vinted or Upcicly allow you to sell, buy or exchange clothes easily using your smartphone.

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Why not take the opportunity to clean your wardrobe and sell the items you don't wear?Dozens of dollars may sleep in your closet!

Children: bet on used clothes

We know, children grow up quickly.Result: each new season is synonymous with clothing purchases, and at even closer intervals for babies!The advantage is that children's clothing is rarely worn since they are worn for a long time.So why buy new?Again, thrift stores and resale sites of second -hand clothes will be your best allies.

Groups of mothers on Facebook are also a good resource, since it is not uncommon for many to want to get rid of the laundry that has become too small for their toddlers.

You could also buy new at the end of the season and enjoy good prices when the items are put into liquidation, providing you with a larger size for your child, next year.

Watch the surf discount

If you bought a new garment, watch the surf discounts that can be applied on it in the days following your purchase.It is not uncommon for traders, especially large banners, agree to grant you the a posteriori discount.Keep your proof of purchase and contact customer service to find out if you might prevail.

Rethink your wardrobe

Several fashion designers recommend composing three-quarters of your clothing wardrobe that can be worn every day.Do not forget: the classics will be able to last several years, while the too fashionable items will quickly get out of fashion.By adding to this recipe a quarter of more trendy or original accessories and clothing, you will get the winning combination.In this way, you will avoid squandering your money in purchases that will only make a season.

Cheaper: not necessarily economical

What is preferable?Buying a lower quality and low price garment that will only withstand a few washes, or a good quality, more expensive, but that will last?To have it for your money, very often, it is better to invest more in a garment that you can wear often and for a long time.

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