10 ways to save on clothing

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We all have to buy clothes at one point at a time – some on monthly basis.

Back home, I have a closet full of clothes but only half is worn on regular basis. The remaining clothes is “collecting dust”. We gave away plenty of clothes to charity and relatives but still there is plenty more. We still need to buy new ones – because of the wear & tear but also due to “enlargement” of our body size.

But there are ways to save on clothing and here are some ways that I practice (from Garment care):-

1. Read Care Labels.
Believe it or not, failure to follow the care instructions on clothing is the number one reason an item gets ruined in the wash.
2. Don't Wash Clean Clothes.
If you wear a garment for a few hours only and it still appears clean and smells fresh, there's no need to wash it again. Wear an item a couple of times before washing to preserve its life. For example, a dress you only wear to church on Sundays might last longer if you take it off and hang it in your closet when you get home.
3. Wear Aprons.
Ever wondered why your grandmother wore aprons every time she entered the kitchen? She understood the importance of taking care of clothing. While cooking, grease and food tend to get splashed on clothes easily. Wearing an apron might not be fashionable, but it's worth the trouble if you're planning to keep your clothes a while.
4. Sewing Buttons.
Learn a few sewing techniques so you can make small fabric repairs to your clothing as needed. For instance, learn to sew on buttons or repair small tears in seams. Many people simply throw away a garment when a button falls off. What a waste! A simple five-minutes of sewing could have saved the garment and the money spent to purchase it.
Why spend money on new clothes when you can keep your clothes in great shape and enjoy them for many years?

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That’s right! Why wash clean clothes? That often happens to my jeans – it will be 2 weeks before it is sent for washing but I do make sure that it is clean and fresh. If it is dirty and starts to smell – it is sent for washing immediately.

The key idea here is to make sure the clothes are clean and well taken care to make them last longer

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