Are you a smart shopper? How to: Find your buying personality and shop like a genius
The Art of Shopping Smart
A great closet starts with smart shopping. And smart shopping begins with your a keen sense of your buying personality. Do you tend to buy the same color? Or do you stick with a particular brand? Do you shop by trend? Or do you look for classic pieces that will stand the test of time? When you know which colors, silhouette, and brands look best on you, you can develop a unique fashion personality that will give you more confidence and make putting together outfits in the morning super easy . Check out our tips on finding your buying personality and never suffer from buyers remorse again.The Minimalist
Key Personality Traits
- You go for a classic, conventional look
- you choose brands with a sleek, sophisticated aesthetic.
- You prefer a neutral color palette
Key Takeaways
- Splurge on tailored and timeless pieces that will mix perfectly with your existing items, like a structured suit or a pair of cropped trousers
- Update basic pieces such as blazers and blouses with fresh accents like lace and leather
- Purchase items on a rotating basis to keep your budget and closet organized without becoming overwhelming
- Stylebop.com
- Riverisland.com
- Express.com
The Trendsetter
Key Personality Traits
- Your style is adventurous, youthful, and fun
- You shop often and like to experiment with your look so that you don't get bored
- Clothing is your form of expression and you fearlessly command attention in any piece you wear
- Wait for the popular styles and trendy items to go on sale. You may not be the first with that red faux fur, but you can still look equally fashionable in an affordable version.
- Rework pieces that you already have in your closet in different ways to update trends you wear often to minimize your over-zealous spending impulses
- To avoid buying the same items over and over again, consider recording your wardrobe inventory before your shopping trip and update items by categories, starting with things you lack most instead of what you like in the store.
Best places to shop:
- Fashionova.com
- Shopswankonline.com
- Missguided.com
The Rich B*tch
Key Personality Traits
- You love luxury labels and expensive fabrics
- You go for quality over quantity.
- You invest in pieces that you will have for a long time and can wear over and over again.
Key Takeaways
- Mix high and low pieces to add variety to your style and budget. A plain fitted dress from Zara will still look luxe and save you more money to buy that expensive show stopping piece.
- Sign-up for favorite stores email list or newsletters , like Macy's and Nordstrom Rack, to receive alerts on sales, in-store and online coupons and find out what hot items may be discounted before you even head the store.
- If you find yourself going back to the same fabric or fit, consider buying multiples so that you will always have your faves on hand.
Best places to shop:
- Zara.com
- Farfetch.com
- Netaporter.com
The Casual Cutie
Key Personality Traits
- You prefer casual and comfy clothing over anything
- You like cool t-shirts, jeans and coordinating sets and add them to your wardrobe the most
- Your sneaker , bags ,and jewelry make the biggest impact overall in your look
Key Takeaways:
- Spend most of your time and money on organizing your accessories so that you can find them more easily in your closet. Displaying items on shelves helps to keep them nice and pristine and prevent unnecessary clutter. Who cares if you have a 100 pair of exclusive jordans if they're all in a tower of boxes in your corner?
- Skimp on designer or luxury items such as sunglasses or rings if you missplace things often. You may find there's a similar yet cheaper version of those Gucci sunglasses you love that won't leave you heartbroken if you lose them.
- Take a chance with accessories. Go for eye -catching pieces that will stand out from the rest of your look like a designer belt or "it "bag.
Best places to shop:
- CharmingCharlie.com
- Henribendel.com
- Loveculture.com
The Wild Child
Key Personality Traits
- You have a knack for blending together unexpected and bold pieces
- You have countless style variations andn no one can fit you in one style box
- There is nothing simple or basic about your outfit
Key Takeaways
- Keep your creative eye open and try recreating accessories for a one of a kind masterpiece
- Less is more , so avoid piling on too many items. Layering can make removing items if necessary more easy, ----if your looks start to move towards gaundy.
- Create a look that mixes your wild style attitude and playful flair by working in quirky details and patterns. An unexpected texture or print may be just the thing you need to level up your look.
Best places to shop:
- Nastygal.com
- Urbanoutfitters.com
- Pixiemarket.com
The Cultural Queen
Key Personality Traits
- You are inspired by ethnic prints and fabrics.
- Your style is regal and ever-evolving since you like to keep your look fresh.
- Functionality is just as important as "Wearability".
Key Takeaways
- When looking for new and interesting fabrics and prints, try thrift stores or vintage boutiques for a variety of styles and the best price selection.
- Look for silhouettes that make the most of your shape. Your staple jeans or a sassy dress that look perfect on your curves may come in different color or pattern options.
- Have fun and don't take yourself too seriously. Adding a floral tiara or printed headwrap to your outfit is an easy way to incorporate your personality.
Best places to shop:
- Grass-fields.com
- Zuvaa.com
- Diyanu.com
