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| Photo by Yi Lei |
So a few days ago I had my graduation ceremony and realised how expensive such affairs can be. Dresses, shoes, hair & beauty... such events can quickly break your bank if you are on a tight budget. Fear not! There are plenty of ways to enjoy yourself without falling in debt. Being the thrifty shopper that I am, I managed to kit myself out for about £50 making my total graduation expenditure just over £100 (including memorabilia and academic dress hire). So what did I wear? Let's take a look:
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| BALLY shoes from TK MAXX for £35 (RRP £479) |
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| Promod dress for £15 (pre-sale price £40) |
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| Love the sequin print combo! |
How did I do it? Well, first and foremost I strongly believe that you can look good without spending a lot. With that in mind, here are three tips on how to be a savvy shopper:
- Paying full price for something? Think again. You could be entitled to a discount by showing a student ID or a loyalty card.
- Wait for the sales! Special offers, online promos, seasonal and flash sales happen regularly and often back to back. Hold your horses for a while and you may save some money.
- Outlet shops are your best friends. These stores stock up on branded items (high street AND luxury) from past seasons or window displays and sell them at huge discounts. The best part is they have clearance sales as well so you save even more! Think TK Maxx and SportsDirect.
Stay smart, save money and enjoy life (don't let the banks bite you!).
