How to Shop for Career Clothes on a Budget

For affordable career clothing check out second hand stores.

You don't need a lot of money to find affordable career clothes that are also stylish. For those on a tight budget, it is possible to find career clothes at reasonable prices. Gently used clothing is generally just as great as new clothing. By looking into second hand shops in your area, touring garage sales, or even bidding on auctions listed on Ebay, you can find the perfect outfit to fit within your budget. Follow some of the tips below to shop for clothing that won't put a hole in your wallet.

Things You'll Need

• List of career clothes you need
• Budget

Instructions

Where to Find Affordable Career Clothes

1. Shop at thrift shops or second hand stores. You can often find clothing that is in great condition at affordable prices. You can also donate any used clothing that is in great condition or receive cash in exchange for the clothes that you give the store as well.

2. Browse all of the garage sales in your area. Especially hit the towns that have city-wide garage sales to find career clothes on the cheap. There are always bargains to be found, and plenty to check out with enough variety available.

3. Bid on Ebay. Find gently used and even new clothing that you can buy on a budget. There is often name brand prices such as Macys, Ann Taylor, and more that you can buy for half the price you would spend at a retail store. Shop around Christmas time when the sales are hitting big, and especially after Christmas.

4. Sign up for a free account at the freecycle network website (see resources). Type in your area in the search box to see if there is a group nearby you. Most of the items are offered for free and all that you have to do is contact the owner and usually just pick them up. Sometimes there are people who offer clothes, or you can place a post to let others know you are looking for clothing for work. Somebody may be able to help you find some or have clothing available that they are willing to give you.

5. Shop for off season clothing during off season times for a better chance of scoring affordable career clothing. For example, shop the summer sales just as fall is approaching, and purchase your winter clothes when they are going off the racks during the summer. This is a great way to find quality clothing at clearance prices.

Tips & Warnings

• Be careful of deals that sound too good to be true when shopping for career clothes online.

Resources

• Find affordable career clothes at the FreeCycle Network
• Fashion on a Budget