You need a new jacket to wear to your buddy’s wedding, or maybe a suit to wear to your own.
Here are a few thoughts on how to shop, without dropping:
· Before you hit the store, know roughly what’s in your closet and what you need more of. Also look closely at what you already own and determine what to keep, toss or donate. And, as an added bonus, you’ll also be opening some closet space for all the new stuff you’ll be buying.
· Don’t rush thru the men’s department. Be patient and give yourself enough time to try on a bunch of clothes, not just one or two pieces.
· The best time to shop? Thursday evenings, when traditionally most stores stay open later. You’ll save time by getting your shopping done on a quieter, more convenient weekday night, and you won’t have to miss you’re kid’s Saturday morning soccer game.
· Bring along buddy, male or female who dresses well. Though experts disagree on the strategy, we say bring a friend along to offer a second opinion on your choices.
· Learn from a master and get a dose of dressing direction from men’s style blogger Andy Gilchrist, whose site www.askAndyAboutClothes.com is devoted to helping guys figure out what to wear and how to wear it.
