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Summer 2007 Issue

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 It's All in the Details...


The best way to update your wardrobe is to pay close attention to the details.

The little things always add up! If you are sticking with the basics (think capsule wardrobe) and don't go in for too many trends, make sure you are carrying a great bag and have the "it" jewelry pieces of the season at the very least. That way, even last year's boring black suit has pizzazz! Less expensive versions and recycled couture pieces (like incredible CONSIGNMENT finds!!) are available for treasure hunters and savvy shoppers (like yourselves).

SEEK: an oversized carry all, big chunky rings with MOD appeal, metallic flats for your inner Disco Ballerina and a pair of rubber wedge boots - ankle to thigh-high. Also, make sure to invest in a simple, wide black belt - the number of innovative ways to wear it and look totally fashionable are mind blowing! Instant Update

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 Back to School... Shop Resale for A+ Savings  


The back to school shopping season is the 2nd largest consumer spending time of the year. Back-to-school spending is estimated to reach $18.4 billion, according to the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) 2007 Back-to-School Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey. According to the survey, families with school-aged children plan to spend an average of $563.49 on back-to-school merchandise... with $231.80 of it going to clothing and accessories which remains the largest spending category.

This is big business for merchants, but it does NOT have to break your bank account. From Kindergarten to College... students can be outfitted at resale, consignment and thrift stores for a fraction of the original price. Don’t let back to school shopping sabotage your budget. Resale shops are a great source for clothing. They stock good quality, current style apparel at great prices—especially appreciated since children outgrow their clothes so quickly.

Send your kids back to school in style by shopping smart... which means shopping resale! Here are a few tips on how to shop sensibly:

► Make a list before you go shopping. It will keep you on track and save you from impulse buying.
► Do an inventory of what you have so you can build on it by looking for coordinating pieces. This is also a good time to recycle the clothing your child has outgrown.
► Involve your children to see what they consider "essential." 
► Shop during the state sales tax holiday—if your state has one. In some state's, the tax holiday coincides with back to school shopping time.
► You do not have to buy everything at once. A few new outfits will get your children started and you can add during the year as you discover great new bargains at your favorite resale shop.
► Shop at resale, thrift and consignment stores for clothes and accessories. Remember... always look for the NARTS decal. It is Your Assurance of Professionalism.  

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