Hello again friends. This week for Self Care Sunday we are talking getting ourselves some new clothes. As much as I like to find cheap or inexpensive ways of self care, sometime you also need to spend a little on yourself. You deserve it.
That said, if money is tight you can also host a clothing swap (I will so blog about that soon). Clothing for free while cleaning out your closet. I actually spent the first 6 months of the year without buying any "new" clothes. As in meaning from a store. Only clothing swaps and second hand stores.
Now as that was fun, this past week I got some new clothes and it feels pretty great.
I did some online shopping at Belle + Bliss Boutique and got this awesome shirt.....
And this sassy skirt.....
As I said in the Self Care Sunday - Self Primping post, when you're in a rut, when you spend some time on making yourself feel good, something awesome happens. You start to feel good! It's really that simple. A few simple pieces of clothing that make you feel sexy, comfortable, saucy or just plain fresh and new help boost your confidence, starting that chain reaction of positive thought.
So this week I want you to buy yourself a new piece of clothing. Either actually new from a store (think investment pieces lasting longer than #30wears) or new to you from a thrift store or clothing swap. Not that you likely need tips in shopping but here are a few to avoid maybe some upsetting:
- Think about what's missing from your wardrobe that would make a difference. For example, I'm actually in particular need of some cute flats that aren't sporty or sandals. Closed toe, non fancy cute flats. Something that every time I leave the house in cute shorts and think "crap I don't have the right shoes for this", so it would help complete my wardrobe and feel better.
- Go alone or with girlfriends. DO NOT drag your kids or hubby along. This is time for you.
- Plan a few stores (or stores online).
- Eat a good light meal. No need to be hANGRY (hungry + angry) and get impatient while waiting for the dressing room, but not to full so you're bloated!
- When you look at yourself in the mirror each time, say one nice thing to yourself. Even if it's unrelated to the clothing. (This is a bonus tip just to be nice to yourself)
Happy shopping friends! And come back to share with me what you got. Either on here, my Facebook Page or Instagram!
Love,
Jen the Bitchin' Housewife