Moneytrackin': Recent global tips tagged with "clothes"

Save on clothes

swatts — Sun, 29 Apr 2012 02:07:20 +0200

How to lower costs of clothe shopping.

moneytrackin_de — Sun, 06 Jun 2010 16:19:55 +0200

Sign on to money saving websites which are totally free and send you an email with the latest discounts. Best only to sign onto one that has either many shop discounts or one that matches your preferred shops. If you sign on to many, it may make you spend more if you think you're getting a bargain. One should be enough. You can always un-subscribe if the emails are too much. :)

Master the thirty day rule

rabatal — Mon, 02 Nov 2009 09:19:46 +0100

Whenever you’re considering making an unnecessary purchase, wait thirty days and then ask yourself if you still want that item. Quite often, you’ll find that the urge to buy has passed and you’ll have saved yourself some money by simply waiting. If you want, you can even keep a “thirty day list” where you write down the item and the day you’ll reconsider it, but I prefer just to keep this one in my head – that way, I often just forget about the unimportant things.

Sell your kids clothes

tpdval — Mon, 16 Feb 2009 18:46:26 +0100

I have two young children who are growing fast - and I noticed that my clothing costs for them are huge! While I won't compromise on the quality of their clothes (I like them to look nice) - I needed to find a way to have it cost less. When they grow out of their clothes, I used to give them away to friends - but then I learned about used clothing stores - which buy children's clothes. Last season, I sold a lot of their clothes and earned an extra $300 which I put towards buying new clothes! I know my friends miss the free hand me downs - and I feel a little bad.......but I can't justify giving them a $300 gift!

Saving on luxury purchases

moneytrackin_de — Wed, 02 Jul 2008 16:24:54 +0200

Hey y'all; as a grad student in an expensive East Coast city, I often envy the ability of those with steady income to buy certain status toys, like iPods or cell phones, without batting an eye. While we shouldn't encourage each other to try and live beyond our means, there is a way to bring the prices of things we usually can't afford back down to earth. You have to simply take advantage of the tools of the marketplace to get them. Here are a few examples: Electronics - Amazon.com. I was able to buy an AT&T Tilt touch-screen phone with full keyboard for $24.99 w/a contract extension. I would have paid $399.99 up-front at the AT&T store for the same; retail price is $549.99. Bargain of my life. Clothes - Filene's Basement/Loehmann's - In January, I bought a tan casual sport-coat at Filene's for $45 that regularly runs $250. You get great whole-sale discounts at either of these stores. For suits, believe it or not, you might want to shop at Target (I know...I know...). At first, I wrote the Target-brand Merona suits off when I saw them on the rack; I then unwittingly complimented a co-workers pinstriped suit the next day, only to find out that it was the same suit from Target! Most people wouldn't be able to tell the difference between a $400 Jones New York from Men's Wearhouse and a $100 Merona from Target. **Non-luxury item tip** Groceries - Safeway w/Club Card. I've had a club card at Safeway since I was 17; I have saved up to 25-30% on normal grocery bills with the card. Safeway itself is not a discount place, but you can turn it into one with clever shopping. The bonus: doesn't require coupons.

How to save money washing clothes

redstarny — Fri, 30 May 2008 03:42:35 +0200

Instead of using products like OxyClean just mix washing soda and baking soda.

Buy Used Clothing - Save money, the environment, and help local charities

splat215 — Sat, 29 Mar 2008 20:16:01 +0100

Shopping at thrift stores for clothing is something a lot of people think "only poor people do." Well here's the truth - it's what smart savers do. Visit your local Goodwill, Salvation Army, or other local thrift store and take a good look at the clothing selection available. The clothes may not be the latest fashion trends of the season but if you're not trying to "keep up with the Jones'" then they'll be just fine, and look good to boot. While you may have to dig through racks full of old ugly sweaters you will be quite surprised what you can find if you put in the effort to regularly visit thrift stores. I have purchased numerous "name brand" pieces of clothing for pennies on the dollar what they would cost new. Not only do I save money, I also feel good knowing I'm both "reducing" and "reusing" by buying local and used. Many thrift stores are connected with local charities so you will be helping people in your immediate community who need assistance. I should also note that the perception that used clothes are "dirty" or "disgusting" to be mostly untrue. Most stores I've been to wash all clothes before putting them on display. It's always a good idea to wash anything you buy used, and worst case scenario you can take it to the dry cleaner. A shirt that would cost $50 new can often be found for as little as a dollar. If you've never checked out the local thrift store in your town - now is the time to stop by next time you're in the area. Not only will you save money, resources, and help the local community you may just find yourself hooked on the thrill of finding a great bargain.