2020 brought us novelties not only in the world of fashion, but also in the world of diseases. The coronavirus pandemic and quarantine measures have led to an economic crisis around the world. This means that now we must try to save on clothes. But this can be done without detriment to your own style and fashion trends. So, how to save on your wardrobe competently in 2020? We share tips and life hacks.

Tip # 1: Outlets

Where to buy cheap clothes? Substantial discounts are given by many brands at the end of the season, selling off what is left of the previous collection. Many brand stores even have special departments or separate stores, called stocks or outlets, where all the remnants of past collections are brought. Discounts here can reach 50%, or even 70-90% - it all depends on what sizes and how many units of a particular product are left, as well as to what collection it belongs to.

If, under quarantine conditions, it is not possible to visit a store of your favorite brand, use the Internet sites. Many people have a special section in the catalog, which is also called "Stock" or "Outlet", or simply "Sale", "Discounts" or "Promotional offers". Study carefully the conditions of ordering, payment and delivery, and get the things you like at great discounts right home.

Tip # 2: second-hand shopping

Second-hand stores have long ceased to be a place where people with lower than average incomes can buy goods. Believe me, even the stars wear them! Remember the heroine of the famous TV series "Sex and the City" Carrie Bradshaw? And her famous snow-white tutu skirt? It was this skirt that the stylist of the series bought in some small second-hand for just a couple of dollars!



Here you can really find exclusive items of famous brands, even luxury or haute couture collections. And most likely, these will be real originals. Plus, second-hand items aren't always worn, torn or stained. Some “second hand” stores have special sections or racks with clothes called “luxury class”, “elite class” or something like that.

There are items of good quality and in perfect condition, and some are even completely new and with tags. And if in the department of things in a more worn state they can be bought literally by weight, and the price is set per kilogram, then the “luxury” or “elite” categories can have a fixed price for each product. But it will still cost several times, or even dozens of times cheaper than buying a new product in a company store.

Tip # 3: online shopping

As we said above, many branded stores or multi-brand online markets have entire sections on their websites with significant discounts. But there are also so-called marketplaces where private sellers display their ads. Here you can find both new things that for some reason (color, size) did not suit the owners, and used things. Thus, private ads are almost the same second-hand, but only online.



Again, if under quarantine you can't or don't want to leave your home, take that time to update your wardrobe at the lowest cost. Contact the seller directly, specify all the parameters of the product, inquire about the condition and ask for additional photos. In this case, it is better to pay by cash on delivery when you inspect the goods at the post office or at the courier.

Tip # 4: disassemble your closet

However, before you buy new things, it is advisable to first put things in order in your wardrobe. Anything that you have not worn for over a year (or even six months) can be sent for recycling.Is it a shame to throw away practically new things? Give them to relatives, friends, acquaintances or for charity, because in the current crisis, many were left without work and almost without means of subsistence.



Parsing your wardrobe is also an opportunity to earn extra money. You can use the services of the same marketplaces and Internet boards with private advertisements, online commissions. Create your account and post photos and descriptions of the things you want to get rid of. Perhaps someone needs them more than you? Many commission shops provide an opportunity to exchange items between sellers. Thus, you can update your wardrobe at no cost at all!

Tip # 5: build a capsule wardrobe

Basic or, as it is also called, "Capsule" wardrobe - this is the holy of holies for all who try to wisely save on clothes without sacrificing style. This is a set of those things that you wear most often, and they all need to be combined with each other. Close your eyes and feel two things out of your closet. Do they fit together? Can you wear them together? If not, your basic wardrobe is wrong. Or not drawn up at all.

Decide where you spend the most time. If in the office, most of the items in the wardrobe should be designed in a business style. If you are a student or there is no strict dress code at your work, casual clothes are fine for you. For active athletes or young mothers, basic things should be comfortable and comfortable, allowing you to move a lot.



When making up a basic wardrobe, pick up a few pants or jeans, 2-3 blouses, 3-4 sweaters, a jacket and a coat, and for all this - several pairs of shoes and 2-3 bags of different sizes. This will be enough for the off-season. In summer, you can add lighter things to your wardrobe, and warm things in winter. Fashion accessories will help to dilute the basic images: hats, scarves, hair accessories, jewelry.

Tip # 6: rehabilitate old things

If you have sewing skills, you can do it yourself. And even to sew a new thing according to some patterns from "Burda" or from the Internet will not be difficult at all. Old sweaters can be loosened and tied again, and warm sleeves can be tied to a boring vest and turned into a fashionable cardigan or jacket. Perhaps quarantine is the time when it's time to learn something new or improve your skills?



If you don’t know how to sew at all, but you have ideas about “rehabilitating” old things or sewing new ones, find a dressmaker, preferably with recommendations. Believe me, now many workers in the garment industry are also out of work, and therefore the cost of their work at home will be more than acceptable.

You can make something new out of almost any old thing. You can turn your husband's old shirt into a fashionable tunic by cutting off the sleeves or making cutouts on the shoulders. You can make a top out of a T-shirt or draw a bright print on it with your own hands. On your favorite jacket, where there is a hole or a similar nuance, you can make embroidery, sew on an applique or patch, or even make inlaid with rhinestones. Look for anti-crisis ideas on the Internet - there are many of them!