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Your 6 Step Guide On How to look cute without breaking the bank

"I like my money right where I can see it…hanging in my closet." —Carrie Bradshaw

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Your 6 Step Guide On How to look cute without breaking the bank

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Have you ever clicked on an article advertising an online sale and the prices start at $60? Um no thank you. College isn't getting any cheaper and neither is shopping for clothes. Whether you live in t-shirts and leggings or if you meticulously plan out your outfits this article can guide you on how to best express yourself through the way you dress and do it without breaking the bank.

Through a lot of research and practice I have compiled a list of websites and methods I swear by to find clothes that are affordable, comfortable, and stylish.

1. Nordstrom Rack/Haute Look

www.nordstromrack.com

Nordstrom Rack, both in store and online offers a variety of cute and affordable clothes that are also great quality. Some of my best deals from the Rack include a Colombia jacket for $30 down from $200, and a Levi's thick winter coat for $50 that was down from $500! Haute Look is a division of Nordstrom and its website has different sale events every day! This includes shoes, clothes, bags, and home. My best deals were Steve Madden heels and Vince Camuto heels, each were $30! To keep up to date on the events create an account and subscribe your email here.

2. ASOS

http://us.asos.com/women/

ASOS is a British online fashion retailer that carries clothes unlike any you'll find at H&M and F21. They're always having crazy sales and if they're not having a sale, you can go to their Outlet section. ASOS came through during junior prom. I got my dress for $30 down from $100! Did I mention there's a 10% off student discount and shipping is free when you spend $49.99? They're also very inclusive for all body types, selling clothing in tall, petite, curvy, fuller bust, and even maternity!

3. The trinity: Marshall's, Ross, and TJ Maxx

https://www.marshallsonline.com/

At these stores you can find the same shoes, bags, and clothes that you can at the mall, but one thing: they're much cheaper! These stores make it so much easier to look cute and not break the bank.

4. Sign up for ALL rewards programs

https://www.ulta.com/

There are so many out there and you can seriously save big by utilizing them properly. Some of my favorites are: Sephora Beauty Insider, Ulta Ultamate Rewards, Walgreens Balance rewards, and JC Penney rewards, just to name a few.

5. Pin it!

https://www.pinterest.com/

Pinterest can help you find and develop your individual style, making it easier for you to go shopping and narrow down what you like. Plus it's fun!

6. Quality over quantity, always

https://www.keepcalm-o-matic.co.uk/p/quality-over-quantity/

If it looks and feels cheap I am telling you: do not buy it. Spending a little more money on clothes that are good quality is an investment because it will last longer and you will also look good and feel better about yourself.

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