How to shop properly

Nastya Pulman MFL-13(2)

when someone else is giving their opinion too. Bring along

a friend or family member who your trust; not only for their opinion, but to keep yourself safe. Besides, it's more fun shopping with a friend than alone.

to set a budget and stick to it. It's better

in the long run. If you have trouble doing this, leave your credit card at home and only bring cash. Bring an amount of cash that you're comfortable spending - if your spending limit is $50, bring $50 to spend! This ensures that you won't blow your money in one day.

will prevent you from overspending or wasting time. Before you

hit the stores, go on-line and look at the websites of your favorite stores. Find items that you like there, then write them down and find them in the store.

you're buying fit you properly. You should feel comfortable and

yourself in your clothes. Try on many sizes before making a decision. Check yourself out in the mirror. If the store has a three way mirror, it's always best to stand in it before purchasing. The jeans you're trying on could look great from the front, but saggy in the back.

try on, like socks, always touch them before buying. Stick

your hand in it, and see if it's itchy, or just right. Maybe there's a stain? Ask for another one that looks in better condition. Or perhaps it looks flimsy, or as if it will fall apart within months? It's better not to consider it. If you are allergic to some materials, read the label to see what it is made of beforehand.

the shirt, but can't find your size? It's their job

to help you, so don't be shy about asking the salespeople.

buy something if you really love it and are willing

to wear it. It's helpful to try to think of at least two things that you can wear it with too, just so that you know you'll have something to wear it with. If you aren't sure about that top, don't buy it. It's better to leave it rather than buy and regret it.