elle kynzer

Be a Trend Setter, and Not a Trend Follower!



Posted: Wednesday, March 24, 2010

by elle kynzer

In today's economic climate, it is hard for the average woman or man to remain well dressed, and in fashion. However there are some ways to keep up your wardrobe, and be seen as a trend setter, while saving big bucks. We have to be careful with our money, so here are a few tips on how to get a few more pieces out of the paycheck pie.

1. All fashion trends repeat themselves, eventually. Therefore used thrift stores like Consignment shops, Goodwill and Salvation army carry styles from every decade or fashion. Some are good and some are tacky, however, if you wait long enough it all comes back in style. These places are great for accessories, handbags and sometimes jewelry. If going on a cruise, and there is a formal dinner, then you just might find that gown out of the many donated to these organizations , so get a huge savings on an item you won't wear often. It takes time to go through all the uglies to find that gem, but the savings are usually worth it. Some places get better donations than others,so look in areas that are more prominent, that will get you better quality items.

2. Always buy your new clothes in the off -season, when "over buys" of certain styles are being marked at 50-70% down. Or for men, there are suit sales, where you can buy an expensive suit under $500.00 and get the second one for $99. That means you save about $400 on that expensive second suit, and that is a deal, if you wear one for work, or often. Also buying jackets that you can mix and match with slacks, where either is on sale at a huge mark down is a steal. You can always get that new mix piece at later sale, or use with something you already own.

3. Trends are set by those with courage to wear something they love, or found from a previous era, and can wear it with such confidence that others begin asking for it at stores.

That is how hats made a comeback. Your wardrobe should have both constants like practical clothes that never go out of style (little black dress), and do not have frills or strange fashion pieces attached that date it. With those pieces you mix those more stylish scarves, accessories, shoes and jackets for a unique look. That was done by some famous singers in Nashville 25 yrs ago, before they were a famous country duo, and it added to their charm, and it set a few trends.

4. If you sew, there is a chance to save a bundle by buying material (good sales out there), while taking that extra time to create an original. It is time consuming, and if you don't like finishing projects, the sewing is not for you. It's all in the details, and you can't wear it, if you don't finish it. So be sure to use your funds for something that you will get to wear, be it an original, new on sale, or used. Make your own style that compliments your body, and gives a look that noone else has, for you are not a cookie-cutter doll. I'm noit advocating extreme and kooky, just being yourself and not copying every new fashion out of magazines, or on television. Take back your budget and your life by finding out what makes you happy, be it casual or more formal, or both.

We, as americans, are too easily overwhelmed by famous people. I don't get it, because I was never one to be a 'groupie', when young. The happiest people are those who march to the beat of a different drummer, and don't try to copy others. It's like the best designers in homes don't match, because they blend colors, fabrics and furniture. Our wardrobe should be the same, just a blend of our lifestyle and loves, which make us special and exudes our personality. We do better when we feel good about ourselves, or when we look good, it doesn't have to be expensive. Enjoy a day searching thrift stores, store sales and yard sales, there is no telling what little treasures of the past or what "over buys" you may find. Happy Hunting!

Elle Kynzer was born in the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, and grew up in a rural area, as an only child. She is married with one son, and two grandsons.

She was a Personnel Assistant in her early twenties, and began hiring employees for the company. By her early thirties she had returned to NC, and became an Executive Officer in Real Estate. She also served as part-time USNR for more than ten years.

Elle went back to college at WCU, then went on to teach Criminal Justice for a local Community College, in the local High Schools/college credit.

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