how to: control your urge to buy the whole store

Do you get excited when it's time to spruce up your wardrobe for the season? Don't you love hitting the stores to snag the latest fashions? If so, you probably notice your bank account taking a huge hit time and again. And that's really what our blog is all about, right? So, how do you avoid buying the whole store when you go shopping? This is definitely tricky when you see that big sale sign or some must-have accessories - but it is possible. Follow these tips and your wallet will thank you!

1. Check Your Wardrobe
Before you hit the mall or your favorite store, go through your complete wardrobe to see what you already own. If you have trouble limiting your spending you may be one of those people with two (or three!) of everything. There's no need to make an inventory but get an idea of what you already own so you don't buy something that's practically the same when you go out shopping.

2. Look for Fashion Staples in Your Wardrobe
If you love to follow the latest trends, try looking through your wardrobe for staples that can be transformed. Sleek black dresses never go out of style but you can add a trendy shoe, belt or hat to give it a fresh look.

3. Don't Spend too Much Time Browsing
Try to limit the amount of time you spend browsing through your favorite store or mall. You'll only find must-haves that you can't pass up. Try stopping by the bookstore instead or get a cup of coffee.

4. Buy Convertible Clothes
Rather than buying everything you see, try focusing on a few pieces that convert to many styles. Some convertible dresses, for example, can be worn 14 different ways for a new look every night! American Apparel also makes an awesome circle scarf for men and women that transforms from a simple scarf to a tunic dress and more.

5. Focus on Accessories
If you simply must go shopping, try focusing on just a few accessories to remake what you already have at home. Whether it's a trendy new pair of fall boots or a pair of earrings, accessories have the ability to completely transform an otherwise basic outfit. And you know how we feel about accessorizing over here...

6. Recognize Emotional Spending
Do you go shopping when you're upset, sad or stressed out? Don't! Only go shopping during a so-called 'emotionally neutral' time when you won't be tempted to overspend to brighten your mood. We tend to often engage in retail therapy but the rush of euphoria can quickly be replaced by guilt when you get everything home.

7. Don't Go Overboard on Trends
While it's fine to follow fashion trends, don't go overboard and spend a lot of money on trendy clothes that you won't be wearing next year. Instead, choose a few pieces to enjoy for the season.

8. Shop with Cash
Finally, leave your credit cards at home and go shopping with a budget in mind. When you shop with only the cash in your pocket, you're less likely to give in to those spur-of-the-moment buys at the store. If you see something you really think you need, try the 24-hour rule as well. Leave that killer top or watch at the store, go home and think about it for a full day. Sometimes this cool-off period helps you drop that habit to buy everything you love and decide what you really want to spend the money to own.

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