Top:Gap old (similar style it comes in 5 colors!!) | Denim:Nordstrom Love these jeans, and they are $64!! Size down one size!!) | Shoes:Target (These are awesome Sam Edelman dupes!! Love!! | Handbag:Louis Vuitton (similar style) | Earrings:Kendra Scott | Necklace:Gift (similar style) | Bracelets:Kendra Scott, Alex and Ani | Watch:Michael Kors | Lips:Angel Food Cake
This month, I’ve been asking myself three questions before I go shopping. The three questions are can I wear it for mom duty, lunch with the girls/blogger gals, and can it be dressed up. These are literally the three things that I think when I’m shopping. Of course if you’re not a SAHM then adjust the mom duty criteria to something like can I wear it to work, or on the weekends. Depending on how dressy your office is the can I wear it to wear question might need to just be can I wear it on the weekends, or in my free time. So, there are of course exceptions to the rule because there are certain pieces you just have to have for a special occassion like an anniversary, wedding, holiday party, or a special occasion date night.
My advice when shopping with those three questions in mind is take lots of different options into the fitting room, and literally ask yourself those three questions. I’ll list them below as well. You will be amazed how much it will help you really buy pieces you’ll love, and actually wear. I always try to remember to ask myself those questions so I don’t have buyers remorse, or buy clothes that don’t fit my day to day lifestyle. My other tip is if you like something that’s expensive, but there’s a less expensive version that’s just not quite as great go for the more expensive version. Otherwise, you’ll be forever comparing, and wishing you had gotten the more expensive item in the first place. Just remember to wear it, and then you’ll get your return on investment (ROI).That’s the only finance term I know, and I use it whenever I’m debating on a splurge item.
3 Questions Every Girl Should Ask Before Shopping
Can I wear it for mom duty
Can I wear it to Lunch with the girls/blogger gals
Can it be dressed up
Thanks so much for reading, and if ya’ll have any questions about todays post please ask away. Happy to help. I hope ya’ll have a great weekend!!
Angie says
Those are the perfect 3 questions. I’m all over those shoes and pants! I think you nailed it. 🙂
AngelaAmores7 says
Angie, thank you so much!!! You are so sweet!! Get these jeans. They are my new favorites!!
Anna says
Yes! These questions are great! I always ask myself can it be worn for MOM duty! That is key and it’s a bonus if I can wear it to work too!
Virjinia Harp says
This is definitely true! Whenever I see something I want to splurge on, I have to remember to ask these questions because sometimes I”ll buy it and then I won’t wear it as much as I planned to!
Justine Y @ Little Dove says
Yes, I think these are so great! It’s so important to me to have clothing that I can dress up or dress down to get a lot of use out of!
Michelle says
Yes all of my clothes now have to be functional with children
Jenny says
Those are great questions…sigh…I really need to stop wearing my yoga pants!
Alfa Sengupta says
Love this! I’m definitely trying to shop more with intent nowadays!!
AngelaAmores7 says
Alfa, thank you so much for your love on this post. I’ve been really trying to live by these 3 shopping rules. It’s really helped me make better shopping decisions.
Shahla says
Those are great questions to ask. I’m the “have so many clothes, but nothing to wear” person. Totally asking myself these going forward. And those jeans are so cute and a steal!!
AngelaAmores7 says
Shahla, I use to be like that too. I still have my bad days where I’m like there is nothing in my closet at all. Thankfully the rules have really helped me, and have been really great for keeping me in budget. Haha!!
ashley peavey says
Such great tips! It is s important to buy things that you know you will wear!
AngelaAmores7 says
Ashley, thanks for the love on this post. I totally agree. It makes shopping so much easier.
Aseky Bonnaire says
I ask myself those three questions too!!
You look amazing! Live those heels on you. You
AngelaAmores7 says
Aesky, great minds think a like. Thanks girl for the love on the heels. They are a favorite of mine. I love that they’re a steal at under $30!!
Nicole says
These are such great questions to ask.I’m tired of shopping and buying items just to buy!!
Tabitha Shakespeare says
These are all such legit questions! I love the idea of making sure that an item fits in with your lifestyle before making a purchase!
AngelaAmores7 says
Thanks, Tabitha!! I’m really glad you like this post. These tips have really helped me to make better shopping decisions.
Britt says
I love this post- such helpful tips that we should all be asking ourselves when shopping! And I love this outfit too- you look amazing!!!
AngelaAmores7 says
Britt, thanks girl!! You are so sweet!! These tips have really helped me be a more aware shopper.