Clothing

If you just have to have the new fashion before it goes on sale, work the system. At the beginning of a season it can be hard to find a discount better than 20-30% off. Buy from a store with a liberal return policy - try for 90-180 days. Hold onto your receipts and when your … [Read more...] about Dress in fashion all season, at end-of-season prices

The "cost per wear" is just what it sounds like: divide the cost of the clothes by how many times you will wear it. You might find that a more expensive item will actually be "cheaper", since you will get more use out of it. A $100 dress that you wear twice? That's $50 per wear. … [Read more...] about Figure out your “cost per wear”

The metal on zippers and jackets can tear apart other clothes in the wash, and can scratch the inside of your washing machine. Make sure to always zip up jeans, jackets and other zippers to avoid costly damage.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Zip clothes before washing them to reduce wear and tear

The best time to shop for winter clothes? April or May of course. End-of-season sales are a great place to start for bargain clothes shopping. This is when retailers try to get rid of current inventory to make room for new lines. Likewise, shopping for clothes in their off-season … [Read more...] about Buy for next year during end-of-season sales

If at all possible, skip the bleach when washing clothes. It will make fabrics disintegrate more quickly. Instead, try a cup of white vinegar in the wash, or baking soda and hot water to brighten whites.A LOZO expert posted this tip. … [Read more...] about Skip the bleach to make clothes last longer