https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 19:40:34 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1126489 Thu, 02 Jan 2014 02:46:07 +0000 Gigi 1126489@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Donna and Jules, I can really identify with what you said. Donna, I too have to remind myself that it's OK to do a lot of online shopping and then return to the B&amp;M store. It just works out better that way. It helps to know that others are in this boat too!</p> <p>Jules, I am with you on the duplicates thing. I started buying duplicates when I was building a wardrobe. I was always afraid that I wouldn't be able to find a second, completely different piece and so just bought a duplicate. Like you, now that I am a little more "seasoned,"&nbsp;I have discovered that duplicates are rarely necessary, except in the case of a camisole or something like that. I would prefer more variety.</p> <p>MRL, I love your concise list. Truly, if all the answers are yes, that would be a great buy! &nbsp;</p> <p>I give another big "thank you" to everyone who posted on this thread! I wish I had been able to respond to more of the posters, but this thread got really long really fast!&nbsp;I appreciate everyone's responses. I felt very encouraged to see that I was not alone in struggling with certain aspects of shopping! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1126417 Thu, 02 Jan 2014 01:47:13 +0000 MRL 1126417@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ask myself the following questions: 1. Do I really love it? 2. Do I really need it? 3. Does it fit well? 4. Does it go with what I already have? 5. Is it flattering?<br />6. Will I really wear it?</p> <p>If something passes all of the above, I buy it. If not, I pass. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1126412 Thu, 02 Jan 2014 01:41:48 +0000 Jules 1126412@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I've outgrown the habit of find one something good, buy two (in different colours) that I used to have. It served me well when I wasn't much of a shopper in terms of volume/frequency and was also less confident of my choices, because when I did find something I liked, it was efficient and also helped me experiment a bit - such that the colour I picked second, not the one that I was initially drawn to, often worked out better. As I write I'm realizing this was probably because the second item required more thought and effort. Now that I'm more precise and confident in my choices, I'm finding that the 2nd version usually turns out to be wayyyy 2nd best, because the first one I chose was really what I wanted and needed.<br /> Having realized this recently, I quite conciously put down the second (off white) sweater I was trying to talk myself into yesterday, and stuck with the navy replacement for a crappy Joe Fresh one that doesn't live up to the outfits I need it for.<br /> Which brings me to my big realization that I need to stop buying crap that doesn't quite cut it at Joe Fresh </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1126324 Thu, 02 Jan 2014 00:34:13 +0000 DonnaF 1126324@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just because I resisted the YLF lemming urge due to recognizing that I am shorter or have a different body type or actually didn't need the item, I still need to have room in my budget for items I would not have known about but for Angie or YLFers.</p> <p>After years and years of avoiding pullovers (jumpers), I bought a few this past year.&nbsp; They are not my most flattering look, so it is time to stop.</p> <p>I am happiest shopping for clothing online at Nordstrom, then making my returns to a B&amp;M, and it is okay to have this preference.&nbsp; I will leave no retail stone unturned for shoes or very specific items I need/want.</p> <p>Thrift store shopping doesn't really save me much if any money due to their high prices in my area and my percentage of mistakes; I have better luck identifying items I want and putting them on a Wish List and buying when they go on sale.</p> <p>My love and wear of certain types of items (like layering Ts, turtlenecks, sweaters, camis, etc.) seem to go in two year cycles -- or maybe the typical weather and temps fluctuate -- such that I tend to wear some items a lot but only every other year.&nbsp; That tells me I should not stock up on any one type of thing.</p> <p>I bought so much clothing in 2013, I don't really *need* too much in 2014 other than maybe shoes, belts, and bra replacements.&nbsp; Famous last words. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1125586 Tue, 31 Dec 2013 21:56:46 +0000 Alassë 1125586@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>-Too-bright autumn colors overwhelm me psychologically.<br />-Color is very important to me in tops (don't wear neutrals much).<br />-Paying for returns/try-ons is a really small percentage of my clothing budget. What wastes money is buying mid-level items that get purged. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124824 Mon, 30 Dec 2013 20:15:04 +0000 Isabel 1124824@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have learned &nbsp;not to compromise on shoe comfort. No way in hell...sorry for the language. &nbsp; : ) &nbsp;NEVER AGAIN. &nbsp;I am not mad, just determined.&nbsp;</p> <p>I &nbsp;learned that it is ok to buy something flimsy and fun to wear for just one season.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have to be very aware of the color of things. &nbsp;I found that I will often be so starry eyed over the beautiful color that I pay no attention to the actual item. It is the color I crave.&nbsp;</p> <p>Finally, I am so much more aware of usefulness and that I can admire something and leave it behind if it doesn't fit my life.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124811 Mon, 30 Dec 2013 19:52:41 +0000 elpgal 1124811@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was late to the CPW concept and found that my CPW is very very low on several items. I like the same sort of clothing and am not bored with a very minimal wardrobe so I can actually buy more expensive stuff that makes my heart sing instead of settling for clothes that are not quite there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124677 Mon, 30 Dec 2013 17:12:45 +0000 Anonymous 1124677@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I went back last night and read all of these great replies, so interesting and many common discoveries. Thanks again for a thought provoking question. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124531 Mon, 30 Dec 2013 11:22:58 +0000 froggiebecky 1124531@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After most of a year on YLF, I can say I've learned a lot!&nbsp;</p> <p>1. Even though I have to have a small wardrobe for lifestyle reasons, I don't like it. I'm not a minimalist.&nbsp;</p> <p>2. Echoing an earlier comment, it's a lot easier to shop for a 12/14 body than a 16/18 one.&nbsp;</p> <p>3. It's a lot easier (and a lot less expensive) to shop for my body shape in some parts of the world than in others.&nbsp;</p> <p>4. That I need to embrace more trends and modern elements. A classic look makes me feel frumpy and bland and dull. Given the limited wardrobe I have to keep, this necessitates more turnover in&nbsp;purchasing, but that's OK.&nbsp;</p> <p>5. Trends and modern elements actually look good on me, and bring freshness and a youthful vibe to my wardrobe.&nbsp;</p> <p>6. Having a plan (a list) is essential for me.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124434 Mon, 30 Dec 2013 04:11:15 +0000 karymk 1124434@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes! right! Dressing for a life I don't lead! Why do I want to be parisian chic when I live in a friggin horse town? and I can't be equestrienne because I don't ride! I don't want to be a beach babe either.&nbsp; Gahhhh....</p> <p>I will create a uniform for weekdays that is tee shirt and jeans based. Or chinos. And ballet flats. And good jewelry.&nbsp; If I have somewhere to "show up" I can do up one of my fab looks.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124311 Mon, 30 Dec 2013 01:27:19 +0000 Jewell 1124311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm enjoying reading and rereading everyone's responses.</p> <p>This year, I learned...<br />-I need to be more patient when searching for specific items. My biggest miss of 2013 (purchased in Sept, purged in December)&nbsp;was a product of impatience.<br />-Mistakes are a necessary part of learning. That doesn't make them any less frustrating, though.&nbsp;I teach a gifted math class, and many of my&nbsp;students are perfectionists who hate to make mistakes. I remind them regularly that mistakes are a necessary part of learning. Well, this year I realized that truth applies to me, too. It was a tough pill to swallow.<br />-SWAPing (shopping with a plan) helps me make better choices and stay within budget.<br />-Treat every purchase like an audition. Emily wrote in Una's thread that she considers online orders an audition for space in her closet. I love this idea! I can get an item home and try it out with my other items. If it impresses me, it'll earn a spot in my wardrobe with either a starring role or as a supporting act. If not, back it goes.<br />-Duplicate my workhorses! I'm still kicking myself for not duplicating my brown wedge pumps when I had the chance.<br />-Never buy a jacket or coat without trying it on for fit, preferably over multiple tops in different thicknesses. And I like jackets on me better than cardigans.<br />-It's a good idea to wear my purchases, especially shoes and jackets, around the house to make certain they are comfortable before cutting tags.<br />-I need to stop shopping for a life that is far dressier and more formal&nbsp;than the one I actually lead. Pumps and pencil skirts are not the uniform of a working mother of three who teaches&nbsp;elementary school.<br />-It's okay to indulge in the <i>occasional</i> impractical purchase. As Angie put it, "...<br />impracticality is simply not a good enough reason to exclude [something] from my wardrobe."<br />-YLF is a great resource for fashionable finds I wouldn't have otherwise known about. My Brahmin tote and BR cream jeans are great examples.<br />-If I don't love it, walk away. No more rationalizing a purchase because it's on sale, might be useful one day, etc. I&nbsp;have to extra careful to avoid the discount downfall. I've made plenty of past purchases because something was only $__ that turned out to be false economy, because the items became orphans. Price is secondary to how happy an item makes me.<br />-It's okay to pay full price? It's okay to pay full price. I'm still struggling with this one. It's not so much that I'm a penny pincher as I'm an addict. I'm addicted to the thrill of a deal. I'm a sucker for coupons and promo codes. Maybe I'll challenge myself to walk into a retail store and make a full-price purchase in 2014 </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124216 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 22:23:40 +0000 Meli 1124216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interjecting just to add- I'm loving reading the comments here! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124189 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 21:21:14 +0000 shedev 1124189@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I learned that less is more, more is clutter. I like wearing jewel tones and blues most.&nbsp;I like alternative clothing more than a lot of the trends. Some of the design details I like will be a little pricey.<br />I also learned that my real and fantasy lives have pretty much the same wardrobe and that I want my wardrobe to function like gear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124183 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 21:14:30 +0000 Lyn D. 1124183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I have learned that 'less is more' in my closet.<br />I am finding that having fewer well-planned items gives me greater wearability and satisfaction.<br />I am happy to repeat outfits that work well and feel good too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124097 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 18:38:47 +0000 Janet 1124097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In addition to some of the other things mentioned here, I tend to shop for a dressier life than I actually have, thinking I'll casualize dressier items more than I end up doing in reality. I'm looking at you, skirts and pumps! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124095 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 18:35:46 +0000 celia 1124095@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I shop too much, settle too quickly, live more in my imaginary wardrobe than my own.<br />I need a break. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013/page/2#post-1124091 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 18:19:37 +0000 Stuti 1124091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Biggest discovery for me:<br /> I am regular not petite lol. I am 5'3.5"so right at the border but leggy short torso.<br /> I like blazer more than cardigans<br /> I need shopping break.<br /> I am at happy medium with my closet and break should be ok (if happens lol) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123948 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 05:30:43 +0000 Anonymous 1123948@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great thread and I will have to read more when not so tired, but I have learned the joy of having items you want to wear again and again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123938 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 04:54:48 +0000 MuseumGal 1123938@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I learned that I will never be satisfied with my wardrobe, which is kind of a big lump to swallow.&nbsp; But I also learned that the wardrobe that I do have is actually in really good shape and that I don't actually need anything more to be current.&nbsp; Now let's see if I can learn to not <i>buy</i> anything more. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123915 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 04:08:02 +0000 dicey 1123915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I resonated with ambergreen's post with one modification: if it doesn't come in tall sizes be prepared to walk away. I don't know why it took me so long to realize that I am a small size in talls not a larger size in regular fits. Years of trying to size up for the length just ended in clothes that misfit in multiple ways! This was my biggest lesson this year and learning it greatly increased my happiness quotient with my clothes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123903 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 03:48:20 +0000 karymk 1123903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I learned I am overexposed. &nbsp;That means that I have reached a level of fashion saturation that clouds my satisfaction with my purchases. &nbsp;There's too much to look at. I'm overwhelmed. I have Fear of Missing Out. &nbsp;I am always looking for the better version of: The "Chanel" Jacket. The ultimate sneaker for my casuals. &nbsp;The newer jeans cut. The perfect aviator glasses.</p> <p>I have high turnover rate.&nbsp; It's not worth it for me to buy high end because theres a 75% chance I will get bored and then want to dump. &nbsp;I need to learn I can be fashionable if I stay within classic limits.&nbsp;</p> <p>If I could temper my thirst for variety, I would be satisfied with a smaller wardrobe. But when I feel I need red, I want it there for the grabbing. I may want to be biker chick one day and Nature babe the next. I'm all over the map.</p> <p>I like too many different styles. I love it all. That's a problem.&nbsp;</p> <p>This year I'm going to look back to my style roots, the things I have always loved and will always wear, and then find a way to take those things down a notch on the formality scale.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thank you for this thread!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123860 Sun, 29 Dec 2013 02:38:39 +0000 Suzanne (ambergreen) 1123860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I learned that I'm still really happy with my less-is-more attitude of recent years and that I still love shopping my closet. When the so-called "trends" come out (they're often manufactured, so not often really real trends to me), I mentally go over what I already have that fits them and build a season around that.</p> <p>I also learned that if something doesn't come in petite sizes to be prepared to walk away, and to completely resist the&nbsp;temptation of pleather shoes (with the exception of some sandals).</p> <p>But--I work at home, so my fashion needs are less urgent than they used to be. I've been able to cut way back on shopping to the point where when I like something, I don't feel so guilty about buying it 'cause I've bought so rarely lately. (Yet, I added 2 more pairs of boots/booties to my collection in the fall, an increase of 20%...eep...)</p> <p>However, style is not static, so I'm always interested in how I can improve it and up the enjoyment quotient.</p> <p>My fashion resolution for 2014 is to get a number of items tailored that have been waiting for a while! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123585 Sat, 28 Dec 2013 18:38:51 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1123585@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am just going to save myself some time, and simply say:</p> <p><u>Ditto to everyone's replies.</u> &nbsp; :D</p> <p>In all seriousness, here is what I learned in 2013:</p> <p><b>I own too many clothes and shoes. &nbsp;&nbsp;</b>My closets aren't packed, but it still stresses me out to see how much space it all takes up.</p> <p><u>1. &nbsp; I am an emotional shopper.</u> &nbsp; When I am feeling tired or discouraged...I shop. &nbsp; When I am feeling happy and pleased with life... I shop. &nbsp; Acquiring clothing and shoes represents comfort, solace, escape, reward, recognition, a paean to everything in my life. &nbsp; I am working towards finding non-shopping ways to get this same feeling - I find that physical activity is going a long way towards alleviating this.</p> <p><u>2. &nbsp; Online shopping is a habit.</u> &nbsp; I am working on breaking that habit. &nbsp; Deleting store bookmarks, and unsubscribing from emails is very helpful, as is reading minimalist websites - even though I will never be a minimalist.</p> <p><u>3. &nbsp;Getting specific has made me waaaaaay pickier when I shop</u>: &nbsp; items have to fit into my 'style', as represented by&nbsp;my&nbsp;Pinterest boards. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><u>4. &nbsp; Despite specificity, there are waaaay too many things out there that fit my specs and are gloriously beautiful.</u> &nbsp;It is very hard to say no, when the price is great and the item is fantastic: &nbsp;&nbsp;I saw these&nbsp;killer Tom Ford stilettos ($120 with the new member discount - which expired today -&nbsp;and free shipping) on Vaunte.&nbsp; I thought about those shoes ALL DAY yesterday, but I didn't pull the trigger. &nbsp; Man, was that HARD. &nbsp; But they would have duplicated two pairs of killer shoes I already have. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123524 Sat, 28 Dec 2013 16:29:55 +0000 carter 1123524@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've learned that I need a new working definition for "versatility". Way too often I have bought basic items with the thought that they "go" with everything, only to find that they really only combine to make "meh" outfits. In 2014, one of my goals is to focus on new items that combine to make great outfits...even if it's just 2-4. A new piece doesn"t have to go with everything, but it does have to give me at least a couple new great outfit options. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123458 Sat, 28 Dec 2013 14:29:44 +0000 amiable 1123458@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This was my first full year on YLF, and my style has grown a lot - so have my shopping skills, I think. <ul> <li>I learned that I'm pretty content in a lot fewer colors than I thought.</li> <li>I learned my favorite silhouettes (PANTS, longer tops for winter, shorter, straight skirts for summer).</li> <li>I learned that it pays off to be picky.</li> <li>I learned that I'm almost always happier buying used clothes. &nbsp;New clothes aren't perfect any higher percentage of the time, and are lots more likely to change with washing than used clothes are.</li> <li>When I have outfits I love, I also like repeating them. &nbsp;(Which relates to being picking paying off)</li> </ul> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123441 Sat, 28 Dec 2013 13:46:58 +0000 Susie 1123441@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've learned that I don't have to try everything I see someone here wearing! But I've also learned that this site is a great resource for things that I love and might not have found on my own. </p> <p>I learned that I no longer want to buy something just because it's a good price and maybe I can use it. Now I want to buy pieces that I LOVE and feel special.</p> <p>I learned that it is more satisfying to have a limited number of pieces in a category that really meet my needs rather than multiples that offer too many choices. I'm looking at you, layering knits!</p> <p>I learned that I like jackets better than cardigans. </p> <p>I learned that I like statement pieces. </p> <p>I learned that I don't need to buy something in multiple colors.</p> <p>I learned that I can actually like coats! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123412 Sat, 28 Dec 2013 10:08:55 +0000 Windchime 1123412@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If I make the effort to figure out what I truly need, and buy those items, my satisfaction quotient will be high.</p> <p>Shopping is more satisfying when I'm dressed for it--i.e. NOT in sweats on my way home from exercising.</p> <p>I learned from YLF that it's helpful to actually shop a lot more than I used to, not always with the intent to buy, but to see what's out there, try a plethora of styles and sizes, and figure out what does and doesn't work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123388 Sat, 28 Dec 2013 08:03:10 +0000 lyn* 1123388@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>1. Just because it looks good on you doesn't mean you should buy it.</p> <p>2. Just because you bought it doesn't mean it will look good on you (magically) when you get home.</p> <p>3. Just because it's on sale doesn't mean that it will look good on you (magically) when you get home.</p> <p>4. Sometimes clearing out an online shopping cart is the best feeling.</p> <p>5. Sometimes you have to invest in order to get good stuff - but it's not a guarantee if you do invest you will get good stuff.</p> <p>6. Angie's Leave No Retail Stone Unturned.</p> <p>7. Just because it looks ugly on someone else doesn't mean it won't look good on you. And the converse.</p> <p>8. Buying multiples makes me want to wear out one, and I feel safe knowing that I have a spare in case anything happens to that favourite! I have duplicated my owl top; my navy and charcoal cardigans, my navy dress, and two Le Chateau dresses this year! I have also duplicated my Born Adele flats.</p> <p>9. If in doubt, go work out and then come back to see things in a new light.</p> <p>10. NO SHOPPING POST-CALL. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123385 Sat, 28 Dec 2013 07:58:43 +0000 MsLuna 1123385@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>1. After trying on so many shoes in varying brands (a lot of comfort brands), I've narrowed down the criteria for the best shoes for me: heels (not including the platform) must be 1-2 inches high (with the exception of my Rockport Janae's), must have arch support (especially for flats), and I must not feel the ground when I walk (yes, my feet have a "princess and the pea" complex).</p> <p>2. I like skinnies and slim fit pants. A lot. And I will keep buying them forever.</p> <p>3. I am awful with budgets.</p> <p>4. I shop impulsively and feel the need to do so almost every payday.</p> <p>5. Much of the money I spend are on clothes that I think are cool, but will not wear later on. I need to learn to buy clothes that compliment my personal style and body type. I tend to "bend the rules" a bit due to boredom.</p> <p>6. I buy clothes on sale... because I take them to the tailor anyway.</p> <p>7. I buy all my accessories on sale. At least 30% off. </p> <p>8. I'm willing to spend money on shoes and purses, but not on clothing and accessories. I almost always have to alter the clothes and as for accessories, I tend to like to have "unlimited" amounts of them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-did-you-learn-about-your-shopping-habits-in-2013#post-1123377 Sat, 28 Dec 2013 07:41:28 +0000 CocoLion 1123377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My fall and winter start late -- at the earliest, in November. &nbsp;October is still pretty warm. &nbsp;So I find I can wait until the sales to get things for this season. &nbsp;Things start getting reduced Nov. 1st. &nbsp;Then by Dec. 1st or just before that on Black Friday, I may be able to get the things I'm craving at a price I can afford.</p> <p>But as for Spring, my Spring can start as early as January. &nbsp;The days get a bit longer, the grass can turn green if there's enough rain. &nbsp;And my summer can come early. &nbsp;If I wait for sales, I am not wearing the pieces much until the next season. &nbsp;For 2014, I hope to get things for the Spring/Summer season earlier, so I can get wear from them. &nbsp;My plan will be to get fewer things, but what I really want. </p>