Admit it, ladies – we’ve all done it at one time or another – it’s the guilty secret hiding in the back of your closet. Perhaps it’s the trendy handbag you thought you loved but never used, or that blouse that still has the price tags on. Face it, girls – we’ve suffered buyer’s remorse in the past and wondered just what we were thinking when we made that purchase.
Fortunately, there are ways to avoid buyer’s remorse when shopping for fashion.
- Be Firm and Realistic
In order to avoid buyer’s remorse, we need to concentrate on what we’re actually buying. Forget unflattering clothes that don’t fit; I don’t care if they’re trendy or not. If there’s a pushy saleswoman telling you it looks fabulous when you know it doesn’t, stand your ground! Don’t waste money on an outfit you know will never see the light of day. Be honest with what works on you and what doesn’t, and stick to it.
2. Sales aren’t ALWAYS Worth It
While it’s one thing to nab up that adorable handbag you’ve been eying when it goes on sale, it’s another thing entirely to snap up a blouse or skirt you think you might wear. Remember ladies; just because it’s on sale doesn’t mean we should have it. Unless you see yourself wearing it frequently (or wearing it at all!), then forget about it. It’s still a waste of money if you never use it – even if it WAS on sale.
3. Question Yourself
Impulse buys are the reason you suffer from buyer’s remorse at the end of the day; trust me honey, I’ve been there. Before you buy anything, ask yourself whether you’re ever going to wear it. Think about what you already own that will work well with your potential purpose and whether it flatters your body type. If it does, you know it’s a keeper; if you can’t think of a single time you’d wear it, don’t buy it simply on impulse – what a waste of money and closet space!
By sticking to your guns and following your gut instinct, you can successfully avoid buyer’s remorse from this point forth. Next time you head out to the mall or department store, remember these tips to keep you from buying something you’re going to regret.