Those of us with bills to pay, roofs to keep over our heads will face rising costs with the likely increase in VAT and the continued increasing food costs to mention a few. This is without the mention of inflation or unemployment. Gosh I'm a bundle of joy aren't I!But for those of you who want style savvy without breaking the budget, not making mistakes and not breaking the bank then... I'm afraid it calls for restraint, planning and budgeting.
Cut up the credit card or at least freeze it in the freezer to save for a proper emergency (sorry shoes and handbags don't count!). And sort out your finances properly, that means saving too.
If you need a head start then read India Knight's The Thrift Book to get your brains cells from shopping bags to money bags. Tomorrow I'll give you first base...
India Knight's THRIFT is one of my favourite books and is how I found your blog. I love her ideas. I wanted that Chanel Orange Fizz but am Making Do with Revlon's Make Mine Mango (Great name really). Time for us all to be a bit austere. For the moment. have you got a PM yet over there?
ReplyDeleteI think we are all in for difficult times and it will lead to some really interesting fashion, as we will start to become more inventive with our wardrobes xx
ReplyDelete.. or grab a book for free by entering the Grace Kelly prize draw giveaway at ShopCurious
ReplyDeleteWaaah, you're scaring me, mommy!
ReplyDeleteThere is an award on my blog for you, if you are in the mood it will certainly keep you busy :) xx
ReplyDeletei liked reading this! really interesting, and good, i am such a stresser out!
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Yes, it really seems the big party has ended. Less spending = more creativity.
ReplyDeleteKeep Calm and Carry On, kind of reminds me of Just Say No!!
ReplyDeleteIndia Knights "The Shops" is one of my favourite books ever. I was not impressed with the "Thrift Book" except that I found you! x
ReplyDeleteI bought 'The Thrift Book' only yesterday. The Works have it for £2.99. :)
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