Here are the 7 magic shopping questions that zhoozh your style & save you money. They stop mistakes!

1. Do I want to wear it out of the store? (No? Leave it hanging)

2. Do I already have it? (me, I have a dozen black pants, I wear two) 

3. Do I have occasion to wear it? (Ballgowns are of limited use)

4. Do I want this for my alternate personality? (that attraction to the not-me)

5. Do I want it at twice the price? (An unworn bargain is pricey)

6. Do I fit in it now? (You will not lose ten pounds)

7. Do I think it's useful? (It's not useful, it's boring)

The Single Best Solution

Buy what's already owned

• You can afford far better, fancier, pieces

• You get a unique garment, or close

• You will evolve your personal style

• You discover how old clothes have souls

• You won't look like everyone else