BLUE JEAN BABY
Designer jeans are all the rage right now. Unfortunately for the money conscious shopper, the market reflects this demand with high prices. Our grandmothers surely would turn over in their graves to think that jeans, once thought of as apparel suitable only for working in the yard, can now go for upwards of $300. Fortunately, there are ways to stay in style without spending the rent. Read on for some tips.
Instructions
1. KNOW THYSELF: First, be realistic about your body type and what looks good on you. Avoid being a fashion victim by identifying the brands that fit your body and searching for only those. Some designer jeans are tailored to fit the fashion model type--tall, thin and no butt. If you are short and curvaceous, don't be tempted to buy a pair of these kind of jeans just because of the label. You will end up being sorry that you spent the money on something that does not flatter you. There are jeans out there to show off every kind of body, so find your target brand.
2. KNOW THY BUDGET: Once you have targeted the brand that makes your ideal fit, determine how much you are willing to spend and how often. If you have money to burn and care mostly about having the newest item available, go check out the company's website. They will often have the latest designs for sale before they hit the stores. More cost conscious gals may want to check out ebay. Jeans hot off the runway can sometimes be found there as well. If you want to be sure that your jeans will be in style for longer than one season, opt for the most simple, classic designs. For example, the rhinestone pocketed jeans that were all the rage for awhile are now completely passe. If you have budgeted to spend on one quality item that you want to last, stay away from these trendy types of details. Besides ebay, there are plenty of places that one can find designer jeans at reasonable prices. Find out if your target brand has outlet stores. There are great deals to be had at outlet stores, just be sure to check the item carefully for any damage or irregularities. Keep an eye on regular retail stores as well for end of season markdowns. Don't be afraid to ask the manager for a discount. Retailers are taking major hits in this troubled economy so even managers of large chain stores may be open to bargaining. Finally, check out high end thrift stores. Plato's Closet, for example, accepts only high quality, name brand items that are still in style and sells them at very affordable prices.
3. KNOW THY LAUNDRY MAXIMS: Mom always said "never wash your jeans until they can stand up by themselves." During childhood we may have found this idea repulsive, but mom is right. The longevity of any clothing item is directly related to the frequency of laundering. Don't wash your jeans unless they have a stain or a smell! This is especially important with dark wash jeans. When it is absolutely necessary to wash dark jeans, turn them inside out before dumping them into the machine and use a detergent formulated for darker fabrics.
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