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Before You Update Your Wardrobe

From , former About.com Guide

If you're still holding on to those t-shirts from college and the jeans that you've adored for several years, the time may have come to update your wardrobe. The task may seem daunting, particularly if you're not fashion inclined or your schedule is filled with the work, the kids and family activities, so here is some information to get you through the process.

Shopping How-Tos

If it feels like updating your wardrobe is an impossible chore, there's some steps you can take to minimize the task and ease up on your budget. You can also figure out your size before you head to the store and be sure to check out the latest fashion trends.

Accessories

Once you’ve picked out some fabulous new outfits, don’t forget to accessorize them properly. You may have some perfect items at home, but it doesn’t hurt to check out the latest accessory trends.

Shoes

Are you shopping for comfortable, Mom shoes, work shoes, dress shoes or something entirely different? The choices are astounding – and fun to explore. Here is a guide for finding fabulous shoes, and some essentials for your wardrobe.

Mistakes to Avoid

Don’t go through all the trouble of picking out new items for your wardrobe, only to discover you’ve made a fashion blunder. Check out common mistakes beforehand so you can avoid them at the store.

Clothing Fixes

You’ve cleaned out your closet, and there’s a few items that would be okay to keep, if you could just fix that one small thing. Sew a button or fix a tear with some simple skills.

Cleaning

Now that you’ve spent some money and time shopping for new clothes, be wary on how to clean them. Nobody wants to lighten that black shirt prematurely, turn that white shirt pink or “wash” a disposable diaper with the new clothes.

Organization

Be sure you can find your new, fabulous clothes in your closet. Learn about the different organization options and which system might work best for you.

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