One of the many things I like about Nina Garcia, author of "The Style Strategy," is her understanding of what goes through a woman's mind when she thinks about clothing. In her current book, she compares our more frugal buying habits with being on a diet. She is concerned that, like dieters, we will begin to feel deprived and depressed, and these feelings can lead us to making unwise, expensive, and unnecessary purchases.
Her advice is similar to the advice I give to my Santa Barbara Wardrobe Wisdom clients: Shop wisely and mindfully. Look at what you have, what you like, and what you truly need to fill in any wardrobe gaps. If a bit of cash is really burning a hole in your pocket, you should probably stay away from your favorite boutique (boy do I know this feeling), and instead buy something small. Garcia suggests a new lipstick or a fun accessory. In this way, you get your shopping high without compromising your budget. Smart.
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