One of my little indulgences is shopping. OK it's not so little, but it's an indulgence. I have been much better recently, and I haven't really bought much in a while... It's almost as if it's been a bit of a shopocalypse!
I know that in the past, I have gone out shopping and bought things just because I wanted something new. Being handed a nice crisp bag with a new something inside is just so nice for a girl! But so many times, I had brought my new purchase home, realised how absolutely heinous it was, and then returned the item a few days later saying to myself, what was I thinking??
About a week ago, I came across an article in a magazine which had a handy little checklist for when you are thinking about whether you should buy something or leave it on the rack. I'll share it with the rest of you as a community service!
Start off with 100 points. Then add or subtract as you work through the list!
Does it go with more than 3 things in your wardrobe?
Yes (+10)
No (-20)
How many seasons can you wear it in?
One (-10)
Two (+5)
Three (+10)
All year round (+20)
How often will it get a run?
Once a week (+15)
Bi-monthly (+5)
Once (-15)
Does the care tag read 'dry clean only'?
Yes (-10)
No (+15)
Will it work for both day and night?
Yes (+15)
No(-20)
Does it feature any of the following?
Sequins (-10)
Bold Print (-5)
Logo (-15)
Below 50: Don't say we didn't warn you...
50-95: If it isn't dirt cheap, put it back
100-150: This one is a good buy
155-200: You'd be crazy not to buy two!
I know that in the past, I have gone out shopping and bought things just because I wanted something new. Being handed a nice crisp bag with a new something inside is just so nice for a girl! But so many times, I had brought my new purchase home, realised how absolutely heinous it was, and then returned the item a few days later saying to myself, what was I thinking??
About a week ago, I came across an article in a magazine which had a handy little checklist for when you are thinking about whether you should buy something or leave it on the rack. I'll share it with the rest of you as a community service!
Start off with 100 points. Then add or subtract as you work through the list!
Does it go with more than 3 things in your wardrobe?
Yes (+10)
No (-20)
How many seasons can you wear it in?
One (-10)
Two (+5)
Three (+10)
All year round (+20)
How often will it get a run?
Once a week (+15)
Bi-monthly (+5)
Once (-15)
Does the care tag read 'dry clean only'?
Yes (-10)
No (+15)
Will it work for both day and night?
Yes (+15)
No(-20)
Does it feature any of the following?
Sequins (-10)
Bold Print (-5)
Logo (-15)
Below 50: Don't say we didn't warn you...
50-95: If it isn't dirt cheap, put it back
100-150: This one is a good buy
155-200: You'd be crazy not to buy two!
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